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Surf Expo January, 2020

Coastal Angler Magazine's Coverage of Bluewater at Surf Expo: The Source For Fishing & Marine Apparel & Accessories Catering to inshore and offshore apparel and accessory companies and inspired by like-minded watersports brands, Bluewater connects to the waterman lifestyle and is a perfect complement to Surf Expo’s existing categories.

Fly fishing Sarasota for Red Fish

It takes a lot of things to come into alignment to get a red fish on the fly, let alone off the beach, and to get good footage of it. One day that all lined up for Jacob Shields. Check out this footage off the beach, on a fly rod, redfish capture.

Species of the Month: Smallmouth Bass

Smallmouth bass (Micropterus dolomieu) are a member of the ray-finned family of fish that includes largemouth bass, panfish and crappie. Originally native to the Mississippi River basin and the Great Lakes, smallmouth bass are now found throughout eastern North America, ranging from southern Canada to Alabama and Georgia.

He’s safe! The fish that is…

Man fails to save fishing rod from sinking into ice.

Planning For The Worst Case

We boat and fish because it’s fun. But, fun doesn’t usually include an escape plan to the closest hospital in an emergency.

Seasonal Closure Of Snook Harvest

If you catch a snook, let it go. Recreational harvest of Florida’s favorite inshore species is closed in state and federal waters. These seasonal closures are designed to protect snook during vulnerable times, such as cold weather. Anglers may still catch and release snook during the season closure.

Bull Redfish in Ponce Inlet

We had the pleasure of hooking the Chevy Duramax up to a brand new Sea Pro 24 and hitting the recent redfish bite. The truck was beautiful, the boat was a dream to fish out of, and the company wasn't half bad either. Stay tuned for more to come.

Fish School – Redfish

By Captain Michael Bergeron. Redfish were overfished to the point of near extinction. Learn more about one of America's favorite game fish.

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The Reel Deal wins the University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum’s 2025 Celebrity Fishing Tournament

The University of Miami Sports Hall of Fame & Museum proudly returned to Islamorada, Florida June 19th through the 21st for a Fan Fest and Celebrity Fishing Tournament.

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Enter To Win A Suzuki Portable Outboard Motor!

Winner announced 7/17/25 live from ICAST!

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The Heavyweight Experience of Alaska Saltwater Fishing

Alaska saltwater fishing is not for the weak of arm or back. Halibut get big in Alaska; fish reaching weights of 400 pounds, and lengths of 9 feet long.

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Surviving Freediver Blackout

Tips on ways freedivers can mitigate the risk in this sport:

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That GOAT’s Six Million Dollar Boat!

Lets take a look at Tom Brady's Six Million Dollar Yacht

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