About the Tournament

The Gulfstream Gauntlet is designed to feel different from the traditional tournament scene. Built by two young, local companies, the goal is simple: create an event that reflects how people actually fish today.

We are focused on straightforward rules, strong payouts, good competition, and a tournament atmosphere that people want to come back to year after year.

The event is expected to draw approximately 50 boats, more than 200 anglers, and hundreds of additional spectators, family members, and local supporters throughout tournament weekend.

We are paying out 100% of entry fees, giving anglers the opportunity to compete for meaningful prizes while helping grow the local fishing community.

Prize Structure

The Gulfstream Gauntlet pays out 100% of entry fees. Final payout amounts will depend on total boat participation.

Potential payout categories may include:

  • Heaviest Wahoo

  • Heaviest Tuna

  • Heaviest Dolphin / Mahi

  • Aggregate Weight Categories

  • Junior Angler Awards

  • Lady Angler Awards

  • Team Awards

Three separate calcuttas will also be available for teams looking to increase their winnings.

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  • Serious competition with strong payouts

  • A local tournament built by fishermen, not corporations

  • Captains meeting, weigh-ins, awards, and after-party events

  • Opportunity to fish against some of the best crews in the region

  • Great sponsor support and premium captain’s buckets

  • Strong media, photography, and social coverage throughout the weekend

Why Fish the Gulfstream Gauntlet?

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Tournament Details

Schedule

Thursday

  • Early registration opens

  • Sponsor setup

  • Captain’s bucket pickup

Friday

  • Captain’s Meeting

  • Final registration

  • Rules review

  • Sponsor booths and social event

Saturday

  • Tournament fishing day

  • Boats leave at safe light

  • Weigh-in begins in the afternoon

  • Food, drinks, and sponsor activities during weigh-in

Saturday Evening

  • Awards ceremony

  • Calcutta payouts

  • Sponsor recognition

  • Tournament party

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Tournament rules will specify the maximum crew size allowed.

  • Yes. Both private and charter boats are welcome.

  • Yes. Junior angler awards are expected to be included.

  • Yes. At least one representative from each team should attend.

  • Yes. Food, beverages, sponsor booths, and awards activities will all be part of the weigh-in and party atmosphere.