
Celebrating a Legend: Capt. Norm Isaacs
Sportfishing icon and television pioneer, dies at 82

Sportfishing icon and television pioneer, dies at 82

A 675-pound blue marlin on the final afternoon lifts Magic Touch to the top of an 82-boat field

Capt. John Bayliss and his son, John, talk craftsmanship, competition and what keeps them both coming back to the shop and the water
Inside the cockpit, tower and interior of Elaine Jones and Capt. Chucky Moore’s custom 80-footer.

Kona’s summer season continues with trophy fish, razor-thin finishes and more than $1 million in payouts

A tournament-record fleet of 75 boats competed for more than $2.1 million in this showcase of the Gulf

Stand-up swordfishing for 500-pound broadbills alongside Matt Watson in the deep canyons off New Zealand’s North Island

An icon of Gulf Coast fisheries science and conservation, a luminary in marine sculpture

This world-class even in Quepos, Costa Rica, is the largest and most prestigious sportfishing tournament series in the world.

Eight distinct tournaments held between March and September, with the majority taking place in June and July.

For decades, the blue-purple waters off the island nation of Bermuda have attracted anglers from around the world to pursue giant Atlantic blue marlin as well as a host of other species.
Standout new products from the world’s largest fishing tackle and trade show
Big blue marlin and a crowded leaderboard bring an unforgettable month of fishing in Bermuda to a dramatic close
The group has assembled a best-in-class collection of independent tournament directors, each selected because they are recognized as among the most respected leaders within their respective fisheries
Final-day flurry delivers a tournament-record $714,850 payday for Bobojo
Learn how top captains rig dredges for the ideal combination of depth, motion, profile and scent to raise more marlin, sailfish and other billfish
These products help anglers beat the heat during long days on the water
American sport fishing pioneered innovations in boat, tackle, tournaments and conservation that transformed big-game fishing worldwide
The inaugural Taittinger & Tails brings fierce fishing, camaraderie and a champagne finish to Bermuda
A 47-team fleet opened the Bermuda Triple Crown with three weighed blue marlin, a razor-thin release race and an added July 4 World Cup showdown

Five Star strikes first, then Bwana answers with a 732-pound statement as the HMTS race heats up

Bad Company, Marlin Magic and Bwana light up Hawaii’s summer season as the big fish arrive in force

With matching 653-pound blue marlin, the 2026 Blue Marlin World Cup delivered its tightest finish ever

Fifty-four boats competed in Hatteras, North Carolina, with Simple Mann claiming overall release honors after a five-day event that produced 59 billfish releases.

The Panama City Beach event paid out $1,851,900 and set a tournament mark with 193 billfish released

Capt. Marty Bates leads angler Mike Peet to a 1,013-pound blue marlin

From world-record marlin and pioneering tournaments to conservation victories and game-changing techniques, Texans helped shape modern offshore fishing.

Where sunrise runs, full fish boxes and hard-earned memories make every day worth it

Icon of Billfish Conservation Leaves an Incredible Legacy

A single 458.2-pound blue marlin delivered a record $290,400 payday for the Georgetown-based team.

The Galapagos produces an electric striped marlin bite, blue marlin surprises and world-class adventure

Record-Breaking Blue Headlines Another Landmark Year in Morehead City
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