Tag Archives: Record Catch

Fisherman Sets Record on 9/11 Anniversary

October 1, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

Jeff Kolodzinski, known as the β€œMarathon Man,” set another 24-hour fishing record on September 11 in Spring Lake, Illinois. The final tally was 2,977 fish, breaking his previous record of 2,143 fish. This impressive feat was achieved through dedication and …

Record-Breaking Hammerhead Catch Sets Texas Fishing Ablaze

September 25, 2025 | πŸͺ Baitshop Life | Baitshop Brandy

A Corpus Christi fishing guide has made headlines with an extraordinary catch – a 10-foot-8-inch hammerhead shark. Tristan Bardin, also known as Sharka Brah, guided his clients to this remarkable feat near Bob Hall Pier on September 23. The shark …

Monstrous Cobia Sets New World Record

September 17, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

A stunning 175-pound cobia caught off the coast of Perth, Australia has shattered the previous IGFA all-tackle world record by a whopping 40 pounds. The incredible catch was made by 18-year-old angler Koby Duncan while fishing with his friends on …

The Incredible Journey of a Record-Breaking Blue Catfish

September 8, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

In a remarkable turn of events, a blue catfish has made history by breaking West Virginia’s state records not once, not twice, but three times. This extraordinary fish has been caught multiple times by different anglers, each time setting a …

Maryland Anglers Chase State Fishing Records in 2025

August 31, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Kevin

The pursuit of state fishing records is heating up in Maryland, with six new records already set in 2025. Anglers are leveraging Department of Natural Resources tools, adhering to regulations, and targeting prime locations to catch the biggest fish. Recent …

Kayak Angler Lands State Record Bowfin in Minnesota

August 27, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Brandy

Ben Erb, a lifelong fisherman and fisheries biologist from Minnesota, has set a new state record for catch-and-release bowfin fishing. Erb caught a 31-inch bowfin in the Mississippi River while kayaking on a whim with his afternoon free. Initially, he …

Teen Angler’s Potential Record-Breaking-63-Pound Catch Sparks Excitement

August 21, 2025 | πŸͺ Baitshop Life | Baitshop Garrett

A 13-year-old angler from California may have just reeled in a world record-breaking catch. Julian Her caught a massive 63-pound white sea bass in Tomales Bay while fishing with his family. The impressive catch has sparked excitement among fishing enthusiasts, …

New Maryland State Record: False Albacore Caught Off Ocean City

July 30, 2025 | πŸͺ Fishing News | Baitshop Rob

A 22-year-old angler from Frederick County has set a new Maryland state record for false albacore, catching a 26.0-pound monster fish on July 20, 2025. Jack Dorman’s impressive catch surpassed the previous record of 23.5 pounds, which was set just …

Landing the Giants: World Record Trout Catches

July 29, 2025 | πŸͺ Baitshop Life | Baitshop Garrett

Trout fishing is a popular sport that offers anglers the chance to catch a variety of species, each with its unique characteristics and challenges. Here, we’ll take a look at three remarkable world record trout catches that showcase the strength …

Young Angler Sets Record with Record-Breaking White Sucker Catch

July 24, 2025 | πŸͺ Baitshop Life | Baitshop Sarah

11-Year-Old Sets Arkansas State Record for White Sucker An 11-year-old angler’s patience paid off when he caught a record-breaking white sucker while trout fishing with his father at Bull Shoals Dam. Daniel Bridgmon’s catch weighed 1 pound 15 ounces and …