A hearty congratulations is in order to a few of our subscribers for their success at the 29th Annual Pirates Cove Big Game Tournament in Manteo, North Carolina. A total of 59 boats entered the tournament this year. Of the 59 entrants, 8 vessels are continuously monitored by gplink.

Captain Jesse Granitzki and the “Bi-Op-Sea” team came in first place overall, for the second year in a row, earning a $224,227 prize. The “Bi-Op-Sea” is a 59’ Spencer Yacht with twin Cat® C-18 Acert engines. Angler Bill Blount on the “Double B”, captained by Daniel Spencer, boated the largest Blue Marlin – a 521.1 pound catch for a prize of $116,208.  The “Double B” is a 64’ Spencer Yacht with twin Cat C-32 engines.

Tournament season has come to a close, but we look forward to seeing everyone next year. If you are interested in learning more about gplink and how it can help monitor your vessel please give us a call at 252-504-5113.

Double B – 521 lbs Blue Marlin

Bi-Op-Sea 1st Overall Release Boat