State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group

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120 Wahoo in a single day Ft. Joe von Thron - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP91 Jan 26, 2023

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Joe von Thron he has his own YouTube channel with around 50k subscribers where he posts on his fishing trips, his favorite type of fishery being bottom fishing. Tune in to learn from Joe von Thron.
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Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

Giant Bluefin Tuna of small Center Console - State of Sportfishing Podcast EP90 Jan 17, 2023

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Michael Zammito and Christos Karplus two young fisherman out of Cape Cod going out for Bluefin Tuna on their small center Console boats, fighting a blue fin and being 20 feet away from a different boat. Micheal & Christos talk about the fishery the sustainability and how they started.
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If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
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Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP89 Running the “Max Bet” FT. Capt. Austin Robins Jan 12, 2023

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Austin Robins, captain of a 66 Spencer “Max Bet” which travels between Maryland and Costa Rica. Austin Robins goes head to head with some of the best teams, and we hear some crazy stories about Austin leading his team to 3rd place in Costa Rica, Los Sueños. Pretty cool how Austin started working as a fisherman it was never his childhood dream, Austin kind of just stumbled across it because of the flooring job he used to floor and got the job to floor many yachts which led to someone asking him if he wanted to ride along some day and from there on he was hooked.
If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.site
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP88 recently struck by lightning, commercial fishing, marine zone FT. Jens van der Lubbe Dec 29, 2022

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Jens van der Lubbe located in Curacao, Jens has a fleet with a 39 Seavee he uses more commercial-style fishing fads for tuna with live bait and Jigs. Jens recently added a 44 Merritt "La Hechicera" to his fleet, which he uses more as a pleasure Sportfishing boat try's to fish Marlin on it as much as possible. Jens also owns the largest Marina in the ABC islands which does everything from service to welding to painting, to re-power.
If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.site
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP87 The Process with Giant Marlin FT. Daniel Klein Dec 27, 2022

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Daniel Klein, he runs the boat “Deploy” a custom 58 assegai. He is based on the east coast of Australia, you can check him out at the pursuit of giants game fishing, where you can find a bunch of his awesome marlin adventures. Daniel Klein explains the process and what goes into fighting a giant fish, how to leader the fish, and how to fight the fish so you don't lose it.
If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.site
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP86 20 Blues, 1 White, and 1 Sail out of Saint Lucia FT. Micheal de Freitas Dec 21, 2022

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Micheal de Freitas, captain of the Magic Lady. Located in the Caribbean. We've recently seen Micheal catch over 20 billfish out of Saint Lucia, and we wanted to bring him on to talk about his, crew where he usually fishes, and what he was doing to catch double-digits of marlins.
If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.site
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=...
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP85 The 63rd annual Big Rock champions FT.Capt. Jay Watson Dec 20, 2022

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Captain Jay Watson. Jay Watson is Captain and runs charters thru summer and winter. Jay shares his story of how he started fishing to how much time he dedicates to fishing massive marlin. Also winning the 63rd annual big rock tournament with the youngest to do it in a major event Luke, Cole and Conner are the only 3 teenage brothers to kill a fish in major event history.
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP84 Tuscan in Mexico FT.Eduardo Maldonado Dec 13, 2022

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In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Eduardo Maldonado. Eduardo Maldonado is a self-taught 4th generation fisherman, from Tuscan in Mexico. Starting fishing on a 23-foot Robalo learning and trying everything. He talks about how it was hard to start in Tuscan because there are barely any Blue Marlin bites compared to other places, but the sword-fishing is fantastic.
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP83 Inboards VS Outboards Dec 06, 2022

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In today’s podcast, Nick & Anthony talk about Anthony’s recent trip to Guatemala and then get into some debate questions about which boats catch more fish, inboard VS outboard, bottom paint, sounds, and vibrations. They share their opinions and then tell stories of others who would lose all confidence if they heard any micro sound or vibration.

If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

EP82 Tighten Up Charters FT. Matthew DeAmbrose & Matt Perachio Nov 25, 2022

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We’re joined by Matthew DeAmbrose & Matt Perachio in today’s podcast. Matthew DeAmbrose & Matt Perachio talk about how they got into fishing and started fishing together and now run a top water blue fin fishing charter “Tighten Up Charters”.
If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, on
Check out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing
Billfish Group specializes in enhancing human outdoor performance through technical products. We create products, in all forms, which enhance the outdoor experience both on and off the water. We felt there was a need for true performance wear, as the elements get harsher, it’s up to us to become better. Billfish was created by fishermen, for fishermen with the goal of building a community of outdoors enthusiasts around the globe. We do this through engaging with our community on social media platforms and IRL events.

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