
Gunpowder and Viking 68 Demo Shatter Blue-Marlin Records in the Dominican Republic
Inside the unprecedented Cap Cana bite that produced 27 and 30 blue-marlin releases in a day—rewriting the record books and redefining what’s possible offshore

Inside the unprecedented Cap Cana bite that produced 27 and 30 blue-marlin releases in a day—rewriting the record books and redefining what’s possible offshore

Although we have caught many impressive fish over the years, nothing prepared us for what happened on November 7, 2025—a day that marked a turning

Decades of local knowledge, groundbreaking FAD strategy and rising release numbers reveal a world-class marlin fishery now drawing top sport-fishing teams

Unmatched sailfish numbers, expert crews, and world-class offshore conditions make Guatemala a must-fish destination for serious anglers

Discover why these volcanic islands, home to world-record blue marlin, rich ocean currents and dramatic offshore terrain, stand as the North Atlantic’s premier big-game destination

Rising billfish numbers, revitalized tournaments and world-class bluewater action have restored the Bahamas to its place at the center of the sport-fishing world

Experience a Pacific coastline that delivers unmatched variety, year-round consistency and six legendary regions that define big-game fishing in the Americas

With five billfish species—including sailfish, blue, black and striped marlin, plus broadbill swordfish—Kenya offers unmatched slam potential in one of the world’s most diverse and adventurous fisheries.

Home to elite crews, iconic tournaments, and world-class bluewater action, The Outer Banks is a top offshore fishing destination

From year-round blue marlin action on the FADs to spring white marlin and reliable grand slam potential, the Dominican Republic delivers unmatched numbers for anglers chasing volume and variety

Panama’s Pacific coast—from Piñas Bay to Hannibal Bank—offers unmatched marlin action, vibrant inshore fisheries, and year-round species variety

A year-round blue marlin fishery, nearshore deep water and a rich heritage of record-breaking giants make Kona the premier destination for granders in the Pacific

Inside the unprecedented Cap Cana bite that produced 27 and 30 blue-marlin releases in a day—rewriting the record books and redefining what’s possible offshore

Although we have caught many impressive fish over the years, nothing prepared us for what happened on November 7, 2025—a day that marked a turning

Decades of local knowledge, groundbreaking FAD strategy and rising release numbers reveal a world-class marlin fishery now drawing top sport-fishing teams

Unmatched sailfish numbers, expert crews, and world-class offshore conditions make Guatemala a must-fish destination for serious anglers

Discover why these volcanic islands, home to world-record blue marlin, rich ocean currents and dramatic offshore terrain, stand as the North Atlantic’s premier big-game destination

Rising billfish numbers, revitalized tournaments and world-class bluewater action have restored the Bahamas to its place at the center of the sport-fishing world

Experience a Pacific coastline that delivers unmatched variety, year-round consistency and six legendary regions that define big-game fishing in the Americas

With five billfish species—including sailfish, blue, black and striped marlin, plus broadbill swordfish—Kenya offers unmatched slam potential in one of the world’s most diverse and adventurous fisheries.

Home to elite crews, iconic tournaments, and world-class bluewater action, The Outer Banks is a top offshore fishing destination

From year-round blue marlin action on the FADs to spring white marlin and reliable grand slam potential, the Dominican Republic delivers unmatched numbers for anglers chasing volume and variety

Panama’s Pacific coast—from Piñas Bay to Hannibal Bank—offers unmatched marlin action, vibrant inshore fisheries, and year-round species variety

A year-round blue marlin fishery, nearshore deep water and a rich heritage of record-breaking giants make Kona the premier destination for granders in the Pacific
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