The Struggle Is Reel Charters 

4.9/5 (34 reviews)
 5 Bay Avenue, Saco, ME 04072, United States

The Struggle Is Reel Charters 

4.9/5 (34)
 Angler's Choice
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5 Bay Avenue
Saco, ME, United States

If you're in the market for a day to remember, look no further than The Struggle Is Reel Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Chris, giving you access to years of professional experience.

Cod, Haddock, Blue Shark, Yellowfin Tuna, Striped Bass, Bluefin Tuna, Thresher Shark, Lobster, Mako Shark, Porbeagle Shark, and more inhabit these waters if conditions are right.

You'll target your catch by light tackle fishing, drifting, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

Looking to get the whole family outdoors? Kids are absolutely welcome! Children must wear life vests, so find out if the appropriate size is available on board. Also remember to bring snacks so that nobody gets grumpy on an empty stomach!

Your adventure begins aboard a 2502 Parker offshore sport fishing vessel with room for 4 passengers. It has everything you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience.
Capt. Chris will supply rods and reels for you, along with lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. It's customary to tip the Mate 10–20% to show your appreciation.

Before coming aboard, it may be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species may be off-limits or require a special tag, so make sure you know what to expect.

It's recommended to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now, time to hit the water with The Struggle Is Reel Charters!

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Rating

4.9
34 reviews
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32
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4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (38)

An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat during sunset.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat during sunset.
A scenic view of a lighthouse and an old building on a rocky shore, captured from the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass during a sunset fishing trip on the water.
We had a blast
Experience of a Lifetime!
+32

What anglers say

97%
Recommended
81%
Caught fish

All reviews (34)

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Laura Rome
Laura Rome
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Experience of a Lifetime!
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on August 31, 20252 adults
We had an amazing day on the water! Dylan got us to the right areas to catch some good fish. We caught 5 for the day and all but one were too big to keep! He made it a fun day and worked hard to ensure we had some good catches. Would definitely recommend using this company as they try to make your experience memorable! Thanks Dylan for a great memory!!
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Patrick Muller
Patrick Muller
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
5.0
Verified
Make it a look easy
Family Fun Bait Fishing/ Lobster on July 11, 20252 adults
We all know that it's fishing and not catching but Captain Chris put us on mackerel incredibly fast just to be able to catch bait and then we turn around and caught stripers right away. This captain can produce fish on a 2-hour trip which is awesome. This is my chosen Captain for anytime I come back to Southern Maine
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day on the water.
Response from Captain
July 12, 2025
Thanks brother . Really appreciate the review .
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Neil Carey
Neil Carey
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
What a way to celebrate the 4th!
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on July 4, 20253 adults
Chris is an amazing Captain. We caught bait fish, three striped bass, one was 40” long and a lobster! We will definitely be booking again. He has was friendly, energetic and put us in the fish. Also- he had a great playlist. Chris’s fantastic personality made our trip one to remember.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a scenic lake, showcasing a beautiful day outdoors.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a fishing trip, with a scenic waterfront backdrop.
A young man walking along a coastal road, holding a lobster, wearing a Maine-themed hoodie and patriotic shorts.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat, surrounded by a scenic waterway.
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David Ayers
David Ayers
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
4 personal off shore
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on September 1, 20254 adults
short 4 hour trip. Captain never gave up. Fish took awhile to find. captain was knowledgeable and very friendly. Great first time experience fishing striper off shore. Did catch and release 2-45 inch weighing approximately 35 pounds each. would definitely recommend this trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass during a sunset fishing trip on the water.
Response from Captain
September 2, 2025
You guys crushed it . Hope we do it again someday .
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Abby Lucia
Abby Lucia
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Huge lobster
Family Fun Bait Fishing/ Lobster on July 4, 20252 adults
My daughter and I had a great time with Captain Chris. He accommodated us and added a different time. We were visiting from Upstate NY. He also gave us a leisurely boat ride waiting for the waves to settle down. It was worth the wait! 9 lobsters 🦞
An angler casting a line from the side of a boat on a sunny day, enjoying a fishing trip on calm waters.
Two anglers proudly displaying a large lobster on a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in coastal waters.
Reported catch:
Lobster
Response from Captain
July 8, 2025
One of my favorite trips of the year !!
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Family Fun Bait Fishing/ Lobster
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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Jun 1 - Oct 1
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Starting time
2 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 2:00 PM, 6:00 PM)
US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour morning – Striper Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
May 12 - Oct 1
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4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 10:00 AM)
US $575
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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May 12 - Oct 1
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4 hour trip starts at 2:00 PM
US $575
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Night Bite 4 Stripers
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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4 hour trip starts at 6:30 PM
US $575
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Ground Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
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Starting time
5 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Jun 20 - Oct 1
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Starting time
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
US $1,250
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Tuna Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
Seasonal trip
Jun 20 - Oct 1
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8 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 2:00 PM)
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.9
34 reviews
5
32
4
0
3
1
2
0
1
0
4.9
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (38)

An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat during sunset.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat during sunset.
A scenic view of a lighthouse and an old building on a rocky shore, captured from the water.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass during a sunset fishing trip on the water.
We had a blast
Experience of a Lifetime!
+32

What anglers say

97%
Recommended
81%
Caught fish

All reviews (34)

Filter
Showing 15 of 34 reviews
Laura Rome
Laura Rome
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Experience of a Lifetime!
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on August 31, 20252 adults
We had an amazing day on the water! Dylan got us to the right areas to catch some good fish. We caught 5 for the day and all but one were too big to keep! He made it a fun day and worked hard to ensure we had some good catches. Would definitely recommend using this company as they try to make your experience memorable! Thanks Dylan for a great memory!!
Review media 0
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Patrick Muller
Patrick Muller
Repeat angler
us
Tennessee, US
Member since 2023
5 trips
5.0
Verified
Make it a look easy
Family Fun Bait Fishing/ Lobster on July 11, 20252 adults
We all know that it's fishing and not catching but Captain Chris put us on mackerel incredibly fast just to be able to catch bait and then we turn around and caught stripers right away. This captain can produce fish on a 2-hour trip which is awesome. This is my chosen Captain for anytime I come back to Southern Maine
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a boat, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while aboard a fishing boat, enjoying a day on the water.
Response from Captain
July 12, 2025
Thanks brother . Really appreciate the review .
0
Neil Carey
Neil Carey
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
What a way to celebrate the 4th!
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on July 4, 20253 adults
Chris is an amazing Captain. We caught bait fish, three striped bass, one was 40” long and a lobster! We will definitely be booking again. He has was friendly, energetic and put us in the fish. Also- he had a great playlist. Chris’s fantastic personality made our trip one to remember.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass while fishing on a scenic lake, showcasing a beautiful day outdoors.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while on a fishing trip, with a scenic waterfront backdrop.
A young man walking along a coastal road, holding a lobster, wearing a Maine-themed hoodie and patriotic shorts.
Angler proudly displaying a large Striped Bass while fishing on a boat, surrounded by a scenic waterway.
0
David Ayers
David Ayers
us
Illinois, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
4 personal off shore
4 Hour afternoon – Striper Fish on September 1, 20254 adults
short 4 hour trip. Captain never gave up. Fish took awhile to find. captain was knowledgeable and very friendly. Great first time experience fishing striper off shore. Did catch and release 2-45 inch weighing approximately 35 pounds each. would definitely recommend this trip.
An angler proudly displaying a large striped bass during a sunset fishing trip on the water.
Response from Captain
September 2, 2025
You guys crushed it . Hope we do it again someday .
0
Abby Lucia
Abby Lucia
us
New York, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Huge lobster
Family Fun Bait Fishing/ Lobster on July 4, 20252 adults
My daughter and I had a great time with Captain Chris. He accommodated us and added a different time. We were visiting from Upstate NY. He also gave us a leisurely boat ride waiting for the waves to settle down. It was worth the wait! 9 lobsters 🦞
An angler casting a line from the side of a boat on a sunny day, enjoying a fishing trip on calm waters.
Two anglers proudly displaying a large lobster on a boat, enjoying a day of fishing in coastal waters.
Reported catch:
Lobster
Response from Captain
July 8, 2025
One of my favorite trips of the year !!
0

FAQs about The Struggle Is Reel Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2005
Boat manufacturer
Parker
Boat type
Pilothouse

Engine model
Mercruiser
Powered by
2 x 350HP
Max cruising speed
23 knots
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