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If you are after a day of fun and excitement, give Half-Fast Sportfishing a try. Their spacious fishing vessel provides a comfortable ride while their knowledgeable crew works hard to put everyone on fish.

The ‘Half-Fast’ is a 46’ Flybridge with air-conditioned cabin and all the comforts of home. She has been taking anglers of all skill levels and expertise to the hottest fishing grounds since 1989. The Half-Fast comes powered by twin Detroit Diesel engines and is fully outfitted with modern electronics.

The Half-Fast features a fighting chair to help you battle a big one. She also has a restroom, a sleeping area, a kitchen, an icebox, and plenty of space and shade for up to 6 anglers. All aboard!

Check the bite close to shore and get your hands on Bluefish, Drum, Spanish and King Mackerel, Mahi Mahi, Amberjack, Cobia, and many other species depending on the season and what’s biting.

If you are up to a challenge, enjoy a full day extravaganza offshore. Explore the Gulf Stream and search for Billfish, Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Tuna. The opportunities abound!

All trips include the use of quality rods, reels, tackle, lures, bait, and the assistance of the deckhand. Fishing licenses for everyone aboard are also covered by the crew. You just need to bring your desire to catch fish, pack your lunch and drinks, and show up!



FAQs about Half-Fast Sportfishing

Half-Fast Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hr – Inshore/Nearshore (Late AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Afternoon (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,200 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Half-Fast Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Half-Fast Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Works for tips! 20% customary)
  • Fishing License

Half-Fast Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing

Half-Fast Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Kite Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Half-Fast Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Marlin (White)
  • Redfish
  • Sailfish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Meet the Captain

Devlin Hankinson
Wanchese, North Carolina, United States
162 Customer reviews
Member since May 2018
Captain Devlin Hankinson is a passionate angler. He's been fishing these waters enough to learn about all the best hidden spots. His favorite thing about running charters is the joy he gets to see on his client's faces after they make a nice catch.

About this listing

Targeted species

Amberjack Amberjack
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Post (Sportfishing) originally built in 1989. Powered by 2 550HP Detroit Diesel engines.

Length
46 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Kite Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
First Mate
Works for tips! 20% customary
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
4 and up, children under13 must have life vest on
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
PayPal

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 162 reviews
Equipment
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (113)
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
86%
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Dana A.
United States
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip With Captain Devlin and Sara

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Inshore/Nearshore (Late AM) on September 14, 2021
We went out at 1030 with my Step Dad, Fiancé, and 2 other best friends. Had amazing weather, reeled in 35+ pounds of Spanish...
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John W.
West Chester, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day trip on the Half Fast

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Inshore/Nearshore (Late AM) on August 24, 2021
We really enjoyed our 4 hour late AM half day in-shore fishing trip with the Captain and mate of the Half Fast. We were able...
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Jason L.
Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing Experience with Captain Devlin & 1st Mate Steven!

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Inshore/Nearshore (Late AM) on June 3, 2021
I’ve done many of these types of trips in the past, and this one by far was the best experience of all!  This trip was the...
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Spencer R.
Gilbertsville, PA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Devlin

VERIFIED   4 Hr Trip – Inshore/Nearshore (AM) on July 12, 2021
My buddy and I were on vacation in Waves for a week and decided to take the kids on a half day trip with Half-Fast.  The boat...
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Curtis K.
Kitty Hawk, NC
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Trip Starting at 10:30 - July 2020

VERIFIED   4 Hr – Inshore/Nearshore (Late AM) on July 22, 2020
These guys were amazing.  Two of the friendliest people you would ever want to meet.  Within 90 seconds of the boat stopping,...
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