State of Sportfishing - Billfish Group

Carl Allen was born in Rochester, NY, and received a degree in business. After college, Mr. Allen began working for Heritage Bag Company in a production capacity. Throughout his career he worked in nearly every department within the company, eventually becoming President/CEO. In 2005, Mr. Allen acquired Heritage Bag Company. He sold the company in 2017. The Allens purchased the Walker Cay island in 2018 and started the rebirth of the legendary fishing resort Walker Cay known by fishermen worldwide as the premier deep sea fishing location. The island was wiped out by hurricanes in 2004.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishingBillfish 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.

In todays episode we sit down and talk to Mark DeCabia current captain of the 'Rebel'. Mark started off as a commercial fisherman he loves catching him some Tuna.If you have any requests or awesome guest for the podcast let us know via: podcast@billfish.siteIf you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishingBillfish 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.

In todays episode we sit down with Newt Cagle the Captain of the 'Big Oh'. Newt is originally from South Carolina, Started fishing with his dad on a 53 foot Jarret Bay. He knew he wanted to travel and fish, so today we speak to him about his successful trips & the insane amount of hours he's put in.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=stateofsportfishingBillfish 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.

Deane Lambros started off fishing with his step dad. Before he went offshore fishing in the canyon runner. He started running his first boat at age 22. If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing

In todays episode were joined by Jose de Veer we get to hear some stories of fishing in Venezuela and fishing in the DR. We also hear about how he won the Big Rock Tournament.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing

In todays episode we talk with Raul Gonzales & Shay Danzig about they're products from EZ Bait Rigging. How they balance they're time working as Captain & Mate for the Bar South & Marlin Darlin with their time building EZ Bait Rigging.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing

In todays episode we talk about how the Tournament season has been going for Nick & Anthony. We also talk about switching Boats and finding new Mates.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing

Evan Salvay is the captain of the Stella June, a 45’ Seahunter and now also a 42’ Freeman. Evan and his team have a PHD in California’s fishery as well as veterans of the amazing striped marlin bite that Cabo MX offers.If you like the podcast, please support us by checking out some of our latest products, especially the Performance Pants, onCheck out our gear at https://billfishgear.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=poddescription&utm_campaign=stateofsportfishing&utm_id=stateofsportfishing

In Todays Podcast we sit down and talk to Bryan Ramos a Team member of the Boat Dona Lucy. It's a Brand new F&S Build that's in the DR Cap Cana. We talk about the White Marlin Fishery in the DR and the best times to go after them.

Jon Duffie with his legendary moment catching 57 White Marlin in Day that was actually a mis calculation it was actually 58 White Marlin in a day, Growing up on the Docs in Ocean City Maryland.