Look at our Instagram or Facebook, and you know that 46′ Release Boatworks “Showtime” has been a highly anticipated boat in South Florida. As of today, “Showtime” has been splashed and is on her way to Miami where she can do what she was built to do- kite fish! Showtime fishing team has repeatedly demonstrated their sportfishing prowess and commitment …
2021 JJ Fish Week Results & Recap
March 2nd-6th 2021 during Jimmy Johnson’s JJ FISH WEEK, fishing teams across South Florida – Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade & the Keys – hit the waters on their QUEST FOR THE RING & THE GUARANTEED MILLION! 82 teams joined for the ultimate sportfishing experience, which included a 2-day Billfish Championship, featuring a Catch & Release Division hosting 76 teams, and …
2021 Sailfish Challenge
The 2021 Sailfish Challenge begins this week with the kick-off party and captain’s party at Oceanic at Pompano Beach Pier on Wednesday, February 17th. Competition days will be February 19th & 20th, and awards will be on February 21st at Blue Moon Fish Company in Lauderdale by the Sea. The Quest for the Crest is a 3-leg sailfish series with …
Dust’em Off Sailfish Warmup Kicks Off Sailfish Tournament Season
After being postponed in November due to extreme weather, the Dust’Em Off Sailfish Warmup kicks off sailfish season in South Florida this week. A much anticipated tournament known for its focus more on the experience of fishing with your crew, family, and friends, Dust’Em Off started off as “bar talk” between friends of Captain Ben Sharpe while venting about frustrations …
Release Boatworks Founder, Jim Turner, Breaks Daily Sailfish on Fly World Record
Here’s a story for you! Release Boatworks founder, Jim Turner, had his first shirts made for the name of his original 37’ Merritt, which turned out to be the inspiration for our current builds. The shirts originally had 15 release flags on each sleeve, with the goal being to be the first boat IN THE WORLD to catch 30 sailfish …
Billfish Royal Slam on Fly
There are only 158 people in history who’ve accomplished a Billfish Royal Slam on conventional tackle. Only 4 people exist who have done it on fly. There is only ONE person who has done it more than once. His name is Roy Cronacher, IGFA trustee, and he’s achieved this feat 3 times. Very dedicated, persistent, pretty work Roy! Thank you to …