This past weekend, Showtime Fishing Team proved their sailfishing prowess once again by earning first place in Operation Sailfish, leg one of the 2021 Quest for the Crest Sailfish Series in South Florida. Even though a cold snap rolled in forecasting a usual hot sailfish bite this time of year, total releases for the 41-boat two-day tournament only profited 140 …
Production Update: 42′ Dayboat Flybridge
The much anticipated 42’ Release Dayboat Flybridge hull is fresh out of the mold along with its deckhouse, and the engine room fairing process has begun! The design for this model has been engineered for years and highly anticipated, but hasn’t been finalized until recently. Another collaboration with renowned naval architect Erwin Gerards, the Release Boatworks 42’ Custom Sportfish was …
Custom Sportfish Builder Release Boatworks Stronger Than Ever Post-Pandemic
When the pandemic first broke, there was mass hesitation by boat owners and those in the middle of a build. A number of “what ifs” arose and prospective buyers wondered if spending big on a recreational item was the right choice, some wondered what the market was going to do, some wondered how it would effect their own business and …
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 …
South Florida Sailfish Tournaments 2020/2021
Here’s a list of the upcoming South Florida Sailfish Tournaments, including some notable tournaments close by in the Bahamas. November 2020 Dust’em Off Sailfish WarmupDate: (rescheduled) Dec. 3-5, 2020Location: Palm Beach/Jupiter/Miami, Florida December 2020 Islamorada Sailfish TournamentDate: Dec. 4-6, 2020Location: Islamorada, Florida Hope Town United Sailfish TournamentDate: Dec. 10-12, 2020Location: Islamorada, Florida January 2021 Silver Sailfish DerbyDate: Jan. 6-9, 2021Location: West Palm Beach, FloridaMarlin Madness Qualifying Event Fish …
Now Hiring Boat Builders at Release Boatworks
Got boat building skills? Release Boatworks in conjunction with GameFisherman Yachts is hiring at our Egg Harbor City, New Jersey facility! • Patchers• Laminators• Woodworkers• Mechanical• Electricians Full Amerihealth silver benefits package (100% Paid) includes:• Health• Vision• Prescription• Dental 401k, Bonuses, PTO and other great benefits included – and a great work environment! PLUS – Bring us your current paystub …
IGFA Record Set for Pacific Bluefin Tuna
A new record has officially been set for Pacific bluefin tuna on 30 lb line by Robert Webster of Southern California. Webster’s first record, the IGFA Men’s 15-kg (30 lb) Line Class World Record Pacific bluefin tuna weighed in at 215 pounds. On July 26, 2020, he set out off Southern California on his 40’ sportfishing yacht, Magellan, in search of …
IGFA’s Light Tackle Open & International Auction
Save the Dates! Join the International Game Fish Association for a week of fishing and fun in South Florida. The IGFA Light Tackle Open is a two-day tournament that will take place out of Sailfish Marina Resort in Palm Beach Shores, Florida, from Tuesday, February 9th, 2021 to Thursday, February 11th, 2021. In the past, The IGFA has hosted their …
Why a Walkaround is Better Than a Center Console
In years past, fishing teams may have sacrificed creature comforts to opt for a center console over a traditional sportfish due to the 360 degrees of fishability and speed, but with advancements in design and materials, walkaround sportfish have become the most in-demand fishing platform on the market. These days, Release Boatworks is here to make sure you don’t have …
Release Boatworks 390 Walkaround Coming Soon
You asked, and we delivered. Feast your eyes on the mock-up for the all new Release Boatworks 390 Walkaround. We have three of these 39’ builds officially in the works at the moment, all three of which will feature outboard engines on an armstrong bracket, and all three of which will be custom to each buyer. This model will have …