In this issue

JIMMY’S DREAM
The planning and design of a new Merritt catamaran, lost shaker of salt included.
By Capt. Karl Anderson

THE SCIENCE OF FADS
An in-depth look at what makes these fish attractors so effective.
By Bruce Pohlot, Ph.D

DERBY DAYS IN PALM BEACH

The angling spectacle known as the Silver Sailfish Derby continues to challenge some of the finest captains and crews at the height of sailfish season in early January off Palm Beach, Florida, just as it has done for the past eight decades.

4 mins

MOROCCO HOSTS ADOPT-A-BILLFISH

ERIC ORBESEN

3 mins

THE NEXT RECORDS

Which hotspots have the potential to produce giant marlin and swordfish?

4 mins

TOURNAMENT CHECKLIST

The sport of fishing is truly unique. It brings joy in so many different ways, from the solitude of being on the water to enjoying time with family and friends.

4 mins

JIMMY'S DREAM

The planning and design of a new Merritt lost shaker of salt included catamaran,

9 mins

ARMED AND DANGEROUS

In a day when piracy on the high seas still exists, traveling with firearms on board remains not only a personal choice but a safety issue as well

10 mins

THE SCIENCE OF FADS

An in-depth look at what makes these fish attractors so effective

10 mins

RETURN OF DOUBLE HEADER

The rebirth of a classic sport-fisher amid one of the most prolific destinations for big blue marlin

8 mins

INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT: BRAD GOODRICH & CHARLES PERRY

New school meets old school when it comes to proper angling training

4 mins

BIG BLUES AND BIG MONEY IN BERMUDA TRIPLE CROWN

Who will take home the coveted title of champion team this summer?

4 mins

MERRITT 88

A unique skybridge design from a world-famous boatbuilder

5 mins

POINTS OF NEGOTIATION IN FOREIGN CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS

Be sure to understand the details when building a vessel in another country

3 mins

BAYLISS 76

The second project for a current Bayliss owner is in the initial phases of construction at Bayliss Boatworks in Wanchese, North Carolina.

1 min

TOURNAMENT SEASON IS HERE

Time to gear up for your favorite events

2 mins

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Marlin Magazine Description:

Looking for the ultimate fish, the one that always seems to get away? Then catch a winner with Marlin, the only international billfishing magazine gives you all the information you need to become a better angler: updates on the world's hottest billfishing destinations, insider tips on live baiting, trolling and fish-fighting techniques, feature glimpses of people influencing the sport, and reviews of the newest sport fishing boats, equipment and electronics. Reel in your best catch yet with Marlin!