First Annual Pelagic Pura Vida Blue Marlin Classic
March 24 27, 2022 - Quepos, Costa Rica”Hosted by world class Marina Pez Vela, in Quepos Costa Rica, International anglers from Australia, Costa Rica, Italy, Mexico, Nicaragua, Panama and South Africa joined those from across the United States including Arizona, California, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, Michigan, Ohio, and Texas, to
Valhalla Boatworks, April 13, 2022”The eighth annual Viking Key West Challenge (VKWC) was a smashing success, with 50 boats and more than 500 people attending the three-day event. The Viking Key West Challenge is an amazing event that just keeps getting bigger and better, with more boats and more people participating
Two things constantly changing our industry are technology and innovation. Fishing will always be fishing, but with all of the advancements there are many more crews traveling farther, faster and more comfortably and easily than ever before. It amazing to hear stories from the late 1600s to early 1700s where merchant
By Carol M. Bareuther, RDThe first time I met Captain Jimmy Loveland was in the late 1980s. His brother Stewart, asked me to write a press release announcing the upcoming USVI Open/Atlantic Blue Marlin Tournament (ABMT), better known as the ˜Boy Scout tournament for its chief beneficiary at the time. What I
Explore the fascinating world of Vintage Fishing Lures in our latest article. Dive into the stories of collectors like David Finkelstein and discover the history behind iconic lures from Joe Yee and Bart Miller. Learn about the art and passion of collecting these historic treasures that connect us to sportfishing's
The IGFA will bestow the prestigious Tommy Gifford Award upon six recipients in recognition of their extraordinary contributions to the advancement of sport fishing through innovation, outstanding catches or noteworthy examples of leadership in their trade. When: Thursday, March 24, 2022 6:00-7:00 PM EST: Cocktail Reception 7:00 PM EST: Dinner and Award Presentations Where: Hilton West Palm Beach,
By Captain John CrupiIt doesnt make a difference whether you need one or ten boat crew, the difficulties surrounding finding and keeping them are the same. Where do you start the search, how do you know which one to choose, what makes them stick around for the long term? There are
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. January 11, 2022”Costa Sunglasses, manufacturer of the first color-enhancing all-polarized glass sunglass lens, appointed industry veteran John Acosta as its Vice President of Marketing. With more than 20 years of experience in the outdoor and fishing industries, Acosta will oversee Costa global marketing efforts creating a consistent
Kite fishing has been met by a number of innovations over the last 10 years. Electric kite reels have gotten faster, more reliable, and easier to use. To compliment these kite reels and increase efficiency, light, high-speed conventional reels with smooth drags and high gear ratios came into the market.
