Photo Credit: Pat Ford Here’s the story behind one of many of Pat Ford’s IGFA fly-fishing records for white marlin, as told by Release Boatworks founder Jim Turner. Yesterday my friends Herb Rosell, Chris Sheeder and I were able to spend the day peacock bass fishing on the “world famous” E-Lake in Miami. We were hosted by our friend Pat …
The Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament Board of Directors is hopeful that coronavirus conditions improve in time for the 62nd annual event. The tournament will take place as scheduled June 8th-13th, but has determined an alternative tournament week as July 5th-12th, 2020. Their concern remains the health and safety of their staff, volunteers and participants and as a result, they …
Release Boatworks is currently building Showtime Fishing Team’s next boat, a 46’ Walkaround. Well known for their South Florida sailfishing prowess and their commitment to success, Showtime began their plans for a custom sportfish through the representation of Rey Navarro of RNC Yacht Group in 2019. Among other accomplishments, Showtime Fishing Team earned 1st place in the Dust ‘Em Off …
Drum Roll Please! Release Boatworks has introduced a new model, the 42’ Dayboat Flybridge! Another collaboration with renowned naval architect Erwin Gerards, the Release Boatworks 42’ Custom Sportfish was designed in true RBW fashion around a large cockpit equipped for serious sportfishing, but will offer lofty sleeping accommodations for three in a queen plus over/under bunk below deck. While the …
The 2020 Palm Beach International Boat Show which was scheduled to run from March 26th through March 29th has been postponed until a future undisclosed date. This announcement has come from the President of Informa’s US Boat Shows, Andrew Doole, after rising concerns about large events further spreading the Coronavirus pandemic. “The governor of Florida made an announcement (on March 11th) that …
This St. Patty’s Day weekend, Sailfish Marina on Singer Island will be hosting the 2nd annual Pelagic Shamrock Shootout. A new fishing tournament to the area, the Shamrock Shootout has already become known as an fun time due to Pelagic’s wild ability to bring the party at all of its popular Rockstar Tournaments worldwide. Sportfishing teams near the end of …
Buying or building a new boat starts with knowing what’s out there and finding the right fit for you. If you’re looking for your next boat, or you just appreciate learning more about boating and fishing, going to a boat show is an exciting way to do so. Here’s an ultimate guide to boat shows in 2020! January 2019 Atlanta …
Whether you’re looking into buying a new boat, looking to learn about new boat releases, talk directly with local dealers, or you just enjoy the company of boating and fishing enthusiasts like yourself, then going to boat shows can be great fun for the whole family. 2019 is around the corner – so check out this ultimate guide of upcoming …
Many of us spend our days thinking about the next time we can take our sportfishing boat to the open sea…or even when we can buy our next one. From experiencing the freedom of cruising under the blue sky with nothing to disturb us to the excitement and satisfaction that comes from a good fishing session – a sportfishing boat …
No matter if you’re in the middle of a BBQ, pool party, or out enjoying life on the water – we ALL can agree that music makes life better and more enjoyable. To help you take your next boating or fishing experience up a notch, we spent some time recently mulling over our personal music libraries, in search of the …
