Knot Racing Charters 

5.0
(9 reviews)
 Dunlawton Avenue 93, Port Orange, FL 32127, United States

Knot Racing Charters 

Port Orange, FL, United States
27 ft
6
5.0
(9 reviews)

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Knot Racing Charters is located in New Smyrna Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Michael will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Redfish, Cobia, Snapper, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, and Sheepshead, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and big game fishing.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 27' Pathfinder boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with water and a cooler with ice for other drinks and snacks you may want to bring.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Knot Racing Charters.

Knot Racing Charters is located in New Smyrna Beach and offers to show you a memorable time in these waters.

Capt. Michael will do his best to make sure you have a fun day full of fishing. This involves 4 to 8-hour trips, mainly fishing for Redfish, Cobia, Snapper, Flounder, Jack Crevalle, and Sheepshead, depending on the season and conditions on the day. On these trips, you can expect to use techniques such as light tackle, heavy tackle, bottom fishing, and big game fishing.

Your fishing adventure starts on a 27' Pathfinder boat that can safely take up to 6 anglers. This boat comes with a wireless trolling motor.

All rods, reels, and terminal tackle are included in the price so you can focus on what really matters, fishing. Your trip will include all the necessary fishing licenses for the day. The crew will clean and fillet your catch for you to take home at the end of the trip. The boat will be supplied with water and a cooler with ice for other drinks and snacks you may want to bring.
Book your trip now and hit the water with Knot Racing Charters.

Michael Chapman
Captain
Michael Chapman

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4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Jack Crevalle
Snook
Tarpon
Snapper (Mangrove)
+5
US $400
Entire boat: 2 people
5 Hour Trip Offshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Jack (Almaco)
Triggerfish (Gray)
+3
US $600
Entire boat: 2 people
8 Hour Trip Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
+8
US $1,150
Entire boat: 2 people
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5.0
9 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

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Ryan Harvey
Ryan Harvey
us
Georgia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Great Trip!
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (PM) on July 3, 20262 adults

Great experience! The Guide was a great guy! We caught several fish. We will definitely book again when we visit.

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Redfish
Michael Chapman
Response from Captain

Thanks for the review! I look forward to fishing with yall again next time!!

Katelyn Osborne
Katelyn Osborne
Repeat angler
us
New Hampshire, US
Member since 2023
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Fishing with Michael
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM) on February 13, 20246 adults

Us NH natives had a great time out on the water today, caught many different species! Highly recommend!

Michael Chapman
Response from Captain

Thank you! It was nice meeting all of you. See you next year!!

Connor Kovatch
Connor Kovatch
Repeat angler
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
5.0
Verified
June fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM) on June 8, 20244 adults1 child

Reported catch:
Mangrove Snapper
Flounder
Michael Chapman
Response from Captain

I enjoyed fishing with you and your family. Thanks for the review!!

Raymond Smith
Raymond Smith
Repeat angler
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2022
2 trips
5.0
Verified
April fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM) on April 7, 20234 adults

James Mathews
James Mathews
us
Kentucky, US
Member since 2022
5.0
Verified
Half Day Trip with Captain Mike
4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM) on August 1, 20222 adults2 children

Fantastic time. Kids didn’t have sea legs so captain Mike took us to a calmer spot on the river which was great. Kids had a blast and memories forever.

FAQs about Knot Racing Charters

Knot Racing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore/Inlet (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip Offshore (AM) (5 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group, additional US $50 per person after 2 guests - 8 Hour Trip Offshore (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Knot Racing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
Trips booked with Knot Racing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Yes live bait is our bait of choice and is always included in the trip.)
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (We always clean and fillet the fish we keep unless you want to take it home whole.)
  • Drinks (Bottle water included)
  • First mate (For Offshore Trips only)
  • Fishing license (Fishing license are included. Everyone on the boat is covered and able to fish legally.)
Knot Racing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • River fishing (All the waters we fish in here are salt water.)
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We will typically fish in between 10-25 miles offshore)
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Knot Racing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Knot Racing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Black)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • Pompano
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Hammerhead)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Lane)
  • Snapper (Mangrove)
  • Snapper (Red)

Your captain

Michael Chapman
Michael Chapman

Port Orange, Florida, United States

9 Customer reviews
Typical response within 5 hours
Member since April 2022

Come aboard with Captain Michael and spend a lovely time fishing various grounds out of New Smyrna Beach, FL

Michael Chapman
Michael Chapman
9
reviews
2022
member since
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Come aboard with Captain Michael and spend a lovely time fishing various grounds out of New Smyrna Beach, FL

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano
Redfish
Redfish
Hammerhead Shark
Hammerhead Shark
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Lane Snapper
Lane Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Mangrove Snapper
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
Pompano
Pompano

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Trip!
    Ryan H.
    Ryan H.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
27 ft
Year built
2023
Boat manufacturer
Pathfinder
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 425HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

River Fishing
All the waters we fish in here are salt water.
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We will typically fish in between 10-25 miles offshore
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Yes live bait is our bait of choice and is always included in the trip.
Catch cleaning & filleting
We always clean and fillet the fish we keep unless you want to take it home whole.
Drinks
Bottle water included
First mate
For Offshore Trips only
Fishing license
Fishing license are included. Everyone on the boat is covered and able to fish legally.

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup agreed upon reservation

Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Port Orange right now

CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
Jack CrevalleJack Crevalle
PompanoPompano
RedfishRedfish
Snapper (Mangrove)Snapper (Mangrove)
Snapper (Red)Snapper (Red)

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