Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish 

4.9/5 (137 reviews)
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State licensed
 2901 Northeast 14th Street, Pompano Beach, FL 33062, United States

Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish 

 
State licensed
4.9/5 (137)
 Angler's Choice
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2901 Northeast 14th Street
Pompano Beach, FL, United States
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Don't Panic Sportfishing of Pompano Beach, FL is your go to offshore sportfishing charter company.  If you're ready to try fishing in the active waters of South Florida, off of Pompano Beach, we've got you covered aboard Don't Panic..  With Captain Ron at the helm and 1st Mate Damian, you'll benefit from years of knowledge and experience.  Children are welcome, so go ahead and bring the whole family along!  . And you can't go wrong with bringing snacks so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!

Your trip begins aboard a 47' Offshore sport fisher that is fully equipped with all top of the line tackle and tournament quality gear and everything you need for a productive day on the water. You'll find tournament rated rods, reels, and tackle, along with lures, waiting for you.  Alcohol is welcome to drink in moderation, but it must be in cans, there is no glass bottles allowed on the boat.

Local species include Wahoo, Great Barracuda, Mahi Mahi, King Mackerel, Blackfin and Skipjack Tuna, Bonita, Sailfish, Bull, Hammerhead and Tiger Sharks, Cobia, Amberjack, the occasional Marlin, Swordfish, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year.  We are agents for Grays Taxidermy and can offer you discounts to have your trophy catch mounted and memories of a lifetime.
A First Mate will be on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and offering them a 15–20% tip is customary.

The charter boat covers your fishing license for the day, so all you have to do is look forward to your trip! Be mindful that some species may have special rules or limited seasons. If you don't know what to expect, ask Captain Ron.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 137 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (263)

Perfect morning!
Perfect morning!
Perfect morning!
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Angler rating

129
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 137 reviews
Showing: 5 of 137 reviews
Roy S.
Roy S.
5.0/5

Mar 21, 2025

Half Day Sport Fishing (PM)

Lifetime Experience

VERIFIED

My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack. They asked us our names and where we came from. After that, we seemed liked old friends. Captain Lucas and Ynack made sure we had a great time. We caught one Mahi and 2 wahoo. When we caught the fish, Lucas and Ynack were just excited about catching the fish as we were. They high fived my friend’s 14 year old grandson and congratulated him. I never saw that boy smile so much. We were a few minutes late due to traffic. I wasn’t expected to go past our designated time but Captain Lucas told us it was his last trip of the day and he would extend our trip for 15 minutes. Since we stayed that extra time we caught both wahoo at that time. This was a lifetime experience for the 3 of us. We are already discussing when can we book another trip with Don’t Panic.

My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack....  

Captain replied
 Roy S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
 Roy S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 25, 2025
Roy thank you so much for the great review. Captain Lucas definitely is one of the best out here and I am lucky to have him. Looking forward to the next time you are back out with us. Capt. Ron
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Nick M.
Nick M.
5.0/5

Feb 22, 2025

5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM)

GREAT EXPERIENCE

VERIFIED

Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits the line and he reacts quickly to ensure you land what you hooked. Whether that be maneuvering the boat to keep from entangling other fishing lines, powering up or down to not lose what's hooked or take the fun out of the catch/fight by wearing out the fisherman reeling it in. Best of all, Capt Ron is a gentleman and all around good man. He's extremely knowledgeable about the industry and he's a great conversationalist. We caught several very nice Dolphin/Mahi and Blackfin Tuna. Capt Ron and the "Don't Panic" craft will be my first go-to the next time I charter out. Nick Miller

Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits...  

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 Nick M. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
 Nick M. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 25, 2025
Nick, thank you for the great review and it was so much fun having you guys with us and looking forward to the next time we’re back out there.

Doug Y.
Doug Y.
5.0/5

Oct 18, 2025

Half Day Sport Fishing (7AM start)

Perfect morning!

VERIFIED
NEW

Captain Lucas & his mate John were fantastic! My son and I went out and they made the trip so memorable. Of course, we caught some of the most beautiful Mahi that I have ever seen. It was so fun! If youre looking to take a great fishing trip, I highly recommend!

Captain Lucas & his mate John were fantastic! My son and I went out and they made the trip so memorable. Of course, we caught...  

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Captain replied
 Doug Y. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
 Doug Y. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 18, 2025
Doug again thank you so much for fishing with us today and it was a pleasure meeting you this morning before you guys went out. Looking forward to the next time you’re out with us.
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Danil S.
Danil S.
5.0/5

Mar 29, 2025

5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM)

Getting Salty

VERIFIED

I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I. They were funny and always were on the look out. We went out on a rough sea day, but that didn’t matter because we had a lot of action, we were safe all thanks to the crew, and we even caught a sailfish! These guys have a lot of experience and will try their best in every scenario given so that you can have fun and create memories. All of their equipment is in top condition and is perfect to fish with.Thank you so much for the great time on the water.

I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I....  

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Captain replied
 Danil S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
 Danil S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 30, 2025
Danil thank you so much for the great review and a pleasure having you all onboard fishing with us and look forward to having you back. Capt. Ron

Linda B.
Linda B.
5.0/5

May 30, 2025

8 Hour Sport Fishing (full day)

Fantastic

VERIFIED

Captain Ron’s fishing was awesome the crew was on it baiting and trolling. Helping real in if we needed it they were very knowledgeable. They talked to other boats to see who was catching and what kind of fish. We had an awesome day of catching fish. Would do it over again. At the end of day they filleted our fish and bagged and iced it. Thank you Lucas and Damien for and awesome trip!!

Captain Ron’s fishing was awesome the crew was on it baiting and trolling. Helping real in if we needed it they were very knowledgeable....  

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 Linda B. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
 Linda B. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 2, 2025
Linda, thank you so much for the great review and it was a pleasure meeting you guys. Great day fishing and looking forward to the next time you’re back.

Trip availability and prices

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2hr Intracoastal Fishing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
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US $400 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Sport Fishing Noon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3 Hour Sport Fishing Late Afternoon
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
3 Hour Trip, starts at 4:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
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US $800 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Sport Fishing (7AM start)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Sport Fishing (8AM start)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Sport Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
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US $850 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark Fishing 4Hr - AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark Fishing 4hr- PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $900 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Sport Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
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US $1,050 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Sport Fishing (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 Hour Sport Fishing (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,250 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark Fishing 6Hr - AM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
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US $1,300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Shark Fishing 6Hr - PM
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
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US $1,300 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
8 Hour Sport Fishing (full day)
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US $1,600 
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 137 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (263)

Perfect morning!
Perfect morning!
Perfect morning!
+260

Angler rating

129
5
2
0
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

98%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

99%

Recommend this charter

98%

Caught fish

94%

Showing 1 - 5 of 137 reviews
Showing: 5 of 137 reviews
Roy S.
Roy S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Lifetime Experience

VERIFIED

Half Day Sport Fishing (PM) on March 21, 2025

My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack. They asked us our names and where we came from. After that, we seemed liked old friends. Captain Lucas and Ynack made sure we had a great time. We caught one Mahi and 2 wahoo. When we caught the fish, Lucas and Ynack were just excited about catching the fish as we were. They high fived my friend’s 14 year old grandson and congratulated him. I never saw that boy smile so much. We were a few minutes late due to traffic. I wasn’t expected to go past our designated time but Captain Lucas told us it was his last trip of the day and he would extend our trip for 15 minutes. Since we stayed that extra time we caught both wahoo at that time. This was a lifetime experience for the 3 of us. We are already discussing when can we book another trip with Don’t Panic.

My friend, her14 year old grandson and I had a fabulous time! When we first arrived we met Captain Lucas and his first mate Ynack. They asked us our names and where we came from. After that, we seemed liked old friends. Captain Lucas and Ynack made sure we had a great time. We caught one Mahi and 2 wahoo. When we caught the fish, Lucas and Ynack were just excited about catching the fish as we were. They high fived my friend’s 14 year old grandson and congratulated him. I never saw that boy smile...  

 Roy S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 25, 2025
Roy thank you so much for the great review. Captain Lucas definitely is one of the best out here and I am lucky to have him. Looking forward to the next time you are back out with us. Capt. Ron
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Nick M.
Nick M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

GREAT EXPERIENCE

VERIFIED

5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) on February 22, 2025

Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits the line and he reacts quickly to ensure you land what you hooked. Whether that be maneuvering the boat to keep from entangling other fishing lines, powering up or down to not lose what's hooked or take the fun out of the catch/fight by wearing out the fisherman reeling it in. Best of all, Capt Ron is a gentleman and all around good man. He's extremely knowledgeable about the industry and he's a great conversationalist. We caught several very nice Dolphin/Mahi and Blackfin Tuna. Capt Ron and the "Don't Panic" craft will be my first go-to the next time I charter out. Nick Miller

Took a 5 hour charter with Capt Ron and had a great time. Capt Ron knows how to find fish. He's an eagle-eye when something hits the line and he reacts quickly to ensure you land what you hooked. Whether that be maneuvering the boat to keep from entangling other fishing lines, powering up or down to not lose what's hooked or take the fun out of the catch/fight by wearing out the fisherman reeling it in. Best of all, Capt Ron is a gentleman and all around good man. He's extremely knowledgeable...  

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 Nick M. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on February 25, 2025
Nick, thank you for the great review and it was so much fun having you guys with us and looking forward to the next time we’re back out there.

Doug Y.
Doug Y.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Perfect morning!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Sport Fishing (7AM start) on October 18, 2025

Captain Lucas & his mate John were fantastic! My son and I went out and they made the trip so memorable. Of course, we caught some of the most beautiful Mahi that I have ever seen. It was so fun! If youre looking to take a great fishing trip, I highly recommend!

Captain Lucas & his mate John were fantastic! My son and I went out and they made the trip so memorable. Of course, we caught some of the most beautiful Mahi that I have ever seen. It was so fun! If youre looking to take a great fishing trip, I highly recommend!  

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 Doug Y. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on October 18, 2025
Doug again thank you so much for fishing with us today and it was a pleasure meeting you this morning before you guys went out. Looking forward to the next time you’re out with us.
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Danil S.
Danil S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Getting Salty

VERIFIED

5 Hour Sport Fishing (PM) on March 29, 2025

I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I. They were funny and always were on the look out. We went out on a rough sea day, but that didn’t matter because we had a lot of action, we were safe all thanks to the crew, and we even caught a sailfish! These guys have a lot of experience and will try their best in every scenario given so that you can have fun and create memories. All of their equipment is in top condition and is perfect to fish with.Thank you so much for the great time on the water.

I want to first give a big thank you to the crew: Captain Ron and Lucas for taking us on a fishing trip with my buddies and I. They were funny and always were on the look out. We went out on a rough sea day, but that didn’t matter because we had a lot of action, we were safe all thanks to the crew, and we even caught a sailfish! These guys have a lot of experience and will try their best in every scenario given so that you can have fun and create memories. All of their equipment is in top condition...  

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 Danil S. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on March 30, 2025
Danil thank you so much for the great review and a pleasure having you all onboard fishing with us and look forward to having you back. Capt. Ron

Linda B.
Linda B.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic

VERIFIED

8 Hour Sport Fishing (full day) on May 30, 2025

Captain Ron’s fishing was awesome the crew was on it baiting and trolling. Helping real in if we needed it they were very knowledgeable. They talked to other boats to see who was catching and what kind of fish. We had an awesome day of catching fish. Would do it over again. At the end of day they filleted our fish and bagged and iced it. Thank you Lucas and Damien for and awesome trip!!

Captain Ron’s fishing was awesome the crew was on it baiting and trolling. Helping real in if we needed it they were very knowledgeable. They talked to other boats to see who was catching and what kind of fish. We had an awesome day of catching fish. Would do it over again. At the end of day they filleted our fish and bagged and iced it. Thank you Lucas and Damien for and awesome trip!!  

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 Linda B. recommends Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish
undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 2, 2025
Linda, thank you so much for the great review and it was a pleasure meeting you guys. Great day fishing and looking forward to the next time you’re back.

FAQs about Don't Panic Sport Fishing - 42' Sportfish

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What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
42 ft
Year built
1986
Boat manufacturer
Post
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Detroit
Powered by
2 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
20 knots
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