Marlin

For more than 35 years, Marlin has empowered big-game offshore fishing enthusiasts through an engaging mix of adventure, nostalgia and camaraderie.

TOURNAMENT TIME • “You’re pretty good, but I believe I can out-fish you.” “Oh yeah? I don’t think so. You want to put a couple of bucks on it?”

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FISHING GEAR FOR THE LADIES • Far from the “shrink it and pink it” mentality that was once applied to ladies’ angling apparel, today’s choices are just as technologically advanced as those offered for men. High-performance fabrics combine with styles that are as attractive as they are durable, with most offering high-UPF sun-protection ratings that dry quickly and function at the highest levels.

TIGHT FINISH IN HISTORIC DERBY • Celebrating 85 years with a sold-out fleet

THE QUIXOTIC CRUSADE • One man’s dream turns into reality at Ray Smith’s home away from home in Panama

STRIPED MARLIN S.O.S. • Unraveling the mysteries with satellite tagging

Q: IS OMNIDIRECTIONAL SONAR UPSETTING THE PLAYING FIELD?

WHAT ABOUT LA NIÑA? • Exploring how this climate phenomenon affects sport fishing in the Pacific

STAND AND DELIVER • Proper stand-up angling techniques will give you an advantage over your next big fish

The Catch

MAKE-OR-BREAK MATES • Having a top-notch team on deck is critical for the overall success of any sport-fishing operation

A TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE • A look at the history as well as the continued success of the Offshore World Championship

THE KEYS TO VICTORY • As with any major tournament, there are a few critical factors to keep in mind when fishing the OWC. Here are some points to consider:

GETTING THERE AND STAYING THERE

An Oasis in the Graveyard of the Atlantic • Inspired by the early pioneers of sport fishing, the Hatteras Marlin Club was created to highlight the year-round pelagic fishery off North Carolina

GHOSTS OF TOURNAMENTS PAST • Four of the greatest marlin tournaments of all time, remembered by those who fished them

MAKING THE CONNECTION

THE ULTIMATE BAG OF TRICKS • Having the right tools makes repairs seem magically easy

RITCHIE HOWELL 61 ENCLOSED-HELM EXPRESS • A unique dayboat build is next up

WINTER CUSTOM YACHTS 63 • She’s sleek, fast and modern—and all Carolina

TRIBUTE 37, TRIBUTE • A Palm Beach classic that serves a variety of purposes

COAST GUARD ENDORSEMENTS • Owners must be sure that their documentation identifies the proper operational endorsements

EXCUSES, EXCUSES • We’ve all had them at some point in our fishing careers