True Grit Sportfishing 

5.0/5 (124 reviews)
 
State licensed
 East Atlantic Boulevard 3109, Pompano Beach, FL 33062, United States

True Grit Sportfishing 

Up to 3 miles
Pompano Beach, FL, United States
34 ft
6
5.0/5 (124 reviews)

True Grit Sportfishing is dedicated to catching big fish and having a great time with their guests! Cast off on an adventure with this charter, and you'll explore the best fishing spots, and learn the best techniques to reel in your dream catch. True Grit is a proud family-friendly charter, and they can't wait to take you on an adventure of a lifetime.

This professional crew is made up of avid fishermen who all possess great knowledge of different techniques, as well as how to get you on fish. They warmly welcome guests of all ages and skill levels to join them, so bring along the whole family with you!

You'll cast off onboard a 34' SeaVee center console, which was built in 2015 and has a capacity for 6 guests. She's powered by triple 300 HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots, making her fast and stable on the water.

This vessel is decked out with top-quality electronics including radar, VHF radio, GPS, and fishfinder to locate your target catch. She also has all the necessary safety equipment, such as life jackets, EPIRB, and a CPR-trained crew, so you know you'll be in safe hands. You'll also find an anchoring system and an ice box on board to keep your catch fresh.

Whether you're looking to catch yourself some tasty table fare, including delicious Black Grouper, Mahi Mahi, and Blackfin Tuna, or want to battle exciting game fish such as Sailfish, Swordfish, Snook, Tarpon, Wahoo, and Amberjack, your captain and crew will put you on the species of your choice. You can also catch Barracuda, Vermillion Snapper, King Mackerel, and other Floridian favorites!

Your crew will provide rods, reels, tackle, fly fishing equipment, lures, and live bait, and a fishing license for your whole group. Snacks, drinks, and a cleaning and filleting service are also on offer, and lunch is available for an adjusted price. Come aboard True Grit Sportfishing for an unforgettable angling adventure!

True Grit Sportfishing is dedicated to catching big fish and having a great time with their guests! Cast off on an adventure with this charter, and you'll explore the best fishing spots, and learn the best techniques to reel in your dream catch. True Grit is a proud family-friendly charter, and they can't wait to take you on an adventure of a lifetime.

This professional crew is made up of avid fishermen who all possess great knowledge of different techniques, as well as how to get you on fish. They warmly welcome guests of all ages and skill levels to join them, so bring along the whole family with you!

You'll cast off onboard a 34' SeaVee center console, which was built in 2015 and has a capacity for 6 guests. She's powered by triple 300 HP Yamaha engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 50 knots, making her fast and stable on the water.

This vessel is decked out with top-quality electronics including radar, VHF radio, GPS, and fishfinder to locate your target catch. She also has all the necessary safety equipment, such as life jackets, EPIRB, and a CPR-trained crew, so you know you'll be in safe hands. You'll also find an anchoring system and an ice box on board to keep your catch fresh.

Whether you're looking to catch yourself some tasty table fare, including delicious Black Grouper, Mahi Mahi, and Blackfin Tuna, or want to battle exciting game fish such as Sailfish, Swordfish, Snook, Tarpon, Wahoo, and Amberjack, your captain and crew will put you on the species of your choice. You can also catch Barracuda, Vermillion Snapper, King Mackerel, and other Floridian favorites!

Your crew will provide rods, reels, tackle, fly fishing equipment, lures, and live bait, and a fishing license for your whole group. Snacks, drinks, and a cleaning and filleting service are also on offer, and lunch is available for an adjusted price. Come aboard True Grit Sportfishing for an unforgettable angling adventure!

Ryland Dickey
Captain
Ryland Dickey
17 years of experience
ID & credentials verified

Trip availability and prices

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3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Extended Full Day Trip – Swordfish
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
10 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
(Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat)
US $1,800
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
124 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
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What anglers say

99%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
94%
Caught fish

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Carrie Patrick
Carrie Patrick
Repeat angler
us
Alexandria, MN, US
Member since 2024
2 trips
5.0
Verified
The Cold Front Was HOT!!!!!
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on February 24, 20264 adults

Captain Ryland and First mate Ben made this trip truly awesome! Real professionals! They worked the rigs hard from start to finish and delivered a very memorable experience for us. The boat is safe, spacious and in tip top condition. I forgot FAST! They had a live well full of live goggle eyes which I think was key to getting us into the sailfish. We ended up catching 3 sailfish and losing 3 more! If ever in this area of Florida again Captain Ryland would be my first call. I would recommend them to all. True Grit is the S*%t!!!!! Take care guys. Thanks again from MN!

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Ryland Dickey
Response from Captain

Thanks So Much!

Stacy Sipes
Stacy Sipes
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Amazing trip with fantastic crew
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on May 22, 20254 adults

Captain Ryland and Ben were absolutely a dream to work with. Our group had novice to experienced and we all had an amazing time. They navigated us to hot spots where we were able to catch sail fish and king fish. Their knowledge and expertise were clear as they ran sail lines and flat lines like a well oiled machine. Watching them work together on a beautiful Florida day was worth it even before we caught anything. We can’t wait to come again and spend another day out on on the water with True Grit!

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Vermilion Snapper
Ryland Dickey
Response from Captain

Thank you Stacy for the kind review!!

Richard Perry
Richard Perry
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2022
3 trips
5.0
Verified
3/4 day trip
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on June 28, 20236 adults

We began our trip a little early to try and get in on the mutton snapper bite. We anchored up near a wreck and began fishing. The wreck was ruled by barracuda, as we brought up 3 of them, in addition to a couple bonita, one of which was half eaten by the barracuda. After a couple of hours, Capt Ryland decided to switch up our spot and tactics as we headed further north and did some bottom and kite fishing. We managed to pull up some more Bonita and a nice kingfish, before finally getting hooked into a huge mutton snapper. Overall it was an amazing day and Capt Ryland did everything possible to make sure we had the best overall experience. Would highly recommend this captain and charter if you are in the area.

Reported catch:
Vermilion Snapper
Ryland Dickey
Response from Captain

Thanks for the kind review Rich! It was a pleasure having you guys!

David Brown
David Brown
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Choppy water but great experience
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on March 17, 20232 adults

We chartered a full day out of Pampano for me and my son. The water was rough and so was my son's complexion. I should have gotten dramamine for him the night before as the Captain recommended but I forgot. I didn't get sick so the first strike was mine to take. 80" Sailfish hooked on the line. I fought the fish and the rocking boat for 30 min - fun fight. waters were so rough we didn't get a good picture - too bad. All in all this was a great experience. I would recommend!

Reported catch:
Sailfish
Wahoo
Ryland Dickey
Response from Captain

Thanks very much David!

Tyler Prihoda
Tyler Prihoda
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2023
5.0
Verified
Full day trip with Cpt. Ryland
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on March 8, 20234 adults

Captain Ryalnd and his first mate Ben were aamazing. They made a great team, very professional, and informative. This was my family's first time sea fishing and True Grit proved to be the best choice. We caught great fish and had an even better time. They offered drinks (water/soda) while on the water. A restroom is available if needed. I will recommend them to all my friends and family. Can't wait to book another trip with them.

Reported catch:
Great Barracuda
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Ryland Dickey
Response from Captain

Thanks so much Tyler!!

FAQs about True Grit Sportfishing

True Grit Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $1,200 per group - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,600 per group - Full Day Trip – Offshore (9 hours)
  • US $1,800 per group - Extended Full Day Trip – Swordfish (10 hours)
When you book a trip with True Grit Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with True Grit Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Snacks
  • Drinks
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
  • Fly fishing equipment
True Grit Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Offshore fishing
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
True Grit Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly fishing
  • Drift fishing
  • Kite fishing
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with True Grit Sportfishing include:
  • Amberjack
  • Barracuda (Great)
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Black)
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Snapper (Vermilion)
  • Snook
  • Swordfish
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Ryland Dickey
Ryland Dickey
Ryland Dickey

Pompano Beach, Florida, United States

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
124 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since November 2016

True Grit Sportfishing is Fort Lauderdale's premier fishing charter. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned angler, we are dedicated to providing you with a safe, fun, and exciting fishing experience you will never forget. True Grit is powered by our SeaVee 34z, a crew with 35+ years of experience, and the highest quality of tackle and gear available on the market. Our job is to serve your family by giving you a charter trip that can't be found elsewhere. We remove all the anxiety that your family may have about deep sea fishing. You never have to worry about hearing offensive language, nor do we mind if little anglers ask a million questions. Our job is to educate, demonstrate, and help you learn how to catch saltwater fish!

3 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
124 Customer reviews
Typical response within 3 hours
Member since November 2016

True Grit Sportfishing is Fort Lauderdale's premier fishing charter. It doesn't matter if you are a beginner or a seasoned angler, we are dedicated to providing you with a safe, fun, and exciting fishing experience you will never forget. True Grit is powered by our SeaVee 34z, a crew with 35+ years of experience, and the highest quality of tackle and gear available on the market. Our job is to serve your family by giving you a charter trip that can't be found elsewhere. We remove all the anxiety that your family may have about deep sea fishing. You never have to worry about hearing offensive language, nor do we mind if little anglers ask a million questions. Our job is to educate, demonstrate, and help you learn how to catch saltwater fish!

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Vermilion Snapper
Vermilion Snapper
Snook
Snook
Swordfish
Swordfish
Tarpon
Tarpon
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Great Barracuda
Great Barracuda
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Black Grouper
Black Grouper
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
34 ft
Year built
2016
Boat manufacturer
SeaVee
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
3 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
50 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

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

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Snacks
Drinks
First mate
Fishing license
Fly fishing equipment

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 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Bank transfer

What’s biting in Pompano Beach right now

AmberjackAmberjack
Barracuda (Great)Barracuda (Great)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Black)Grouper (Black)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
SnookSnook
SwordfishSwordfish
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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