Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston 

4.7
(18 reviews)
 529 Shirley Street, Winthrop, MA 02152, United States

Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston 

Winthrop, MA, United States
26 ft
6
4.7
(18 reviews)

If you're ready to have fun fishing in Winthrop, look no further than Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Gino is prepared to put you on fish.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Black Seabass, Scup (Porgy), Bluefin Tuna, Haddock, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be casting lines from a 26' Mako center console with space for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston!

If you're ready to have fun fishing in Winthrop, look no further than Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Gino is prepared to put you on fish.

Fishing around here will often see you targeting Striped Bass, Bluefish, Flounder, Black Seabass, Scup (Porgy), Bluefin Tuna, Haddock, and more if you cast your line at the right time of year. You'll target your catch by spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

You'll be casting lines from a 26' Mako center console with space for 6 passengers. It has all the essentials. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but it's good to ask about this so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

A First Mate will be there to make sure everything is running smoothly. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

You can't go wrong when you bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), and bottled water. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Give yourself something to look forward to and book a trip with Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston!

Gino Mele
Captain
Gino Mele
6 years of experience
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Half Day Trip – Striped Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 12:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 1
Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)
US $750
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Night fishing with live eels
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 hour trip starts at 7:00 PM
Tuna (Bluefin)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
+2
US $800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Striped Bass
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip multiple starting times (6:00 AM, 1:00 PM)
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Oct 1
Bass (Striped)
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 14 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.7
18 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.7
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (33)

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Brandon Campbell
Brandon Campbell
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Drunk on Striped Bass
Night fishing with live eels on August 14, 20262 adults2 children

We caught so many striped bass that we became clinically intoxicated on fish. At some point, the rods stopped being fishing equipment and became emergency-response devices. Fish were coming over the rail faster than we could emotionally process them. Doubles. Triples. Absolute striped-bass bedlam. The captain didn’t merely find the fish - he appeared to have scheduled a mandatory staff meeting with the entire Atlantic striped bass population directly beneath the boat. Every time the action slowed for approximately nine seconds, he moved us thirty feet and resumed the aquatic violence. By the end, our arms had failed, our grip strength was gone, and we were staring glassy-eyed across the water like survivors of an extremely successful maritime incident. We arrived as recreational fishermen and returned as shell-shocked commercial deckhands. Outstanding captain. Incredible trip. Completely unreasonable quantity of fish. Five stars - and I may need physical therapy.

Gino Mele
Response from Captain

Brandon, thank you for the review. We certainly shared a trip for the books. That was the best review i have ever recieved. Hope to see you all again!

Travis Alex
Travis Alex
Member since 2024
5.0
New
Hooked up w/ Hooked-Up!
Half Day Trip – Striped Bass on August 11, 2026

Gino and crew are the some of the Boston best when it comes the harbor. He's the captain you didn't expect, but the crew you're glad to have around when the Bass are chewing. No frills, no empty promises, nothing complicated. Just a crew that genuinely loves to fish and leaves a lasting impression. I've spent more than half a dozen combination days and nights out and the Hooked-up crew has it dialed in. The train is always moving; A head on a swivel quickly adapting to the fishing seasons needs on a moments notice. A hard working crew that doesn't forget to have fun. If you are just visiting the Boston area and looking to get your first Striped Bass, or, just want a low key charter with a bunch of buds, Gino and the Hooked-Up crew is a Top Notch choice.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Gino Mele
Response from Captain

Travis, thanks for the review. We always enjoy having you out on our fishing trips.

Paul Shao
Paul Shao
Member since 2026
5.0
amazing night fishing experience
Night fishing with live eels on July 17, 2026

This was my third trip with Capt Gino and Hooked Up Sportsfishing in Boston Harbor and he doesn't disappoint! Gino knows these waters and where all the fish are hiding. He's constantly looking for fish and everyone was able to catch multiple fish and some keepers as well. Gino is great at communicating so booking was super easy. His mate Toro took care of all the passengers and got the gear set up and ready to go. Needless to say, customer service was great! Night fishing with live eels is a unique experience that not many charters offer and I highly recommend it!

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Gino Mele
Response from Captain

Thank you for the review Paul. It was a pleasure fishing with you. I look forward to our trips together in the future.

Kalon Ho
Kalon Ho
Repeat angler
us
Massachusetts, US
Member since 2026
2 trips
4.7
Verified
New
Perseverance!
Half Day Trip – Striped Bass - 12:00 PM on August 10, 20262 adults

Based on a slow day yesterday, Capt Gino suggested we get an earlier start than scheduled. The mornjng started off very slow, without much action even for bait fish! But Gino kept at it, moving us around the harbor. He even extended the trip a little bit. We ultimately released a 32 inch striper and kept two 31 inch stripers, plus 2 more that got away. Good day fishing in the end. Great captain and mate.

Reported catch:
Striped Bass
Gino Mele
Response from Captain

Kalon, thank you for the review. It was a tough start but im happy we got it done.

Brian Soltis
Brian Soltis
us
Minnesota, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great trip
Half Day Trip – Striped Bass - 12:00 PM on August 30, 20264 adults1 child

captain and crew were great, very entertaining!! very nice , clean equipment. fishing was a little slow , so they showed us how lobster 🦞 trapping works !!!!! Amazing, and we even caught a few . HIGHLY RECOMMEND

Gino Mele
Response from Captain

Brian thank you for the review. We also had fun. I hope we get to fish with you all again.

FAQs about Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston

Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip – Striped Bass (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Half Day Trip – Striped Bass - 12:00 PM (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - Night fishing with live eels (5 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - Full Day Trip – Striped Bass (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - Full Day Trip – Striped Bass - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS Hummingbird solix 15
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Fishing for live bait is typically available and always optional )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting is included in the price of the trip)
  • First mate (Our first mate comes on every trip. The customary tip about is between 10-20%)
  • Fishing license (Yes, all fishing licenses are included in the trip.)
Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing (We typically stay close enough to see land on our trips for striped bass. )
Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Hooked Up Sport Fishing Boston include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Flounder
  • Haddock
  • Scup (Porgy)
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Tuna (Bluefin)

Your captain

Gino Mele
Gino Mele

Winthrop, Massachusetts, United States

ID & license verified
18 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2026

Saltwater fishing in and around Boston Harbor is my passion. Join me for a fun fishing adventure!

Our Team
Toro A.

Toro A.

First mate

Gino Mele
Gino Mele
Fully verified
18
reviews
2026
member since
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response
Saltwater fishing in and around Boston Harbor is my passion. Join me for a fun fishing adventure!
The crew
Toro A.
Toro A.
First mate

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Haddock
Haddock
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Bluefin Tuna
Bluefin Tuna
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Flounder
Flounder
Haddock
Haddock
Scup (Porgy)
Scup (Porgy)

Real catches by this captain

  • Beautiful day to fish
    Mattie K.
    Mattie K.
  • great trip
    James H.
    James H.
  • Drunk on Striped Bass
    Brandon C.
    Brandon C.
  • Perseverance!
    Kalon H.
    Kalon H.
  • Captain Gino knows….
    Sergio R.
    Sergio R.
  • Incredible experience
    Anmarie B.
    Anmarie B.
  • Good trip
    Michael M.
    Michael M.
  • Captain Gino knows how to catch fish
    Tim M.
    Tim M.

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
1987
Restored in
2020
Boat manufacturer
Mako
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 200HP
Max cruising speed
45 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We typically stay close enough to see land on our trips for striped bass.

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Hummingbird solix 15
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Fishing for live bait is typically available and always optional
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting is included in the price of the trip
First mate
Our first mate comes on every trip. The customary tip about is between 10-20%
Fishing license
Yes, all fishing licenses are included in the trip.

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 included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Winthrop to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Winthrop right now

Bass (Striped)Bass (Striped)
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
FlounderFlounder
HaddockHaddock
Scup (Porgy)Scup (Porgy)
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
Tuna (Bluefin)Tuna (Bluefin)

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