Captain
Michael Mcnew

Member since January 2025 South Padre Island, United States
Background
At Tubeys Outfitters, fishing isn't just a business—it's a lifelong passion. We started out as a family-run operation, crafting custom rods and lures designed for serious anglers who want top performance. Our journey began with a love for the water, a dedication to conservation, and a drive to create high-quality, sustainable fishing gear. Over time, we expanded from making fishing equipment to offering guided trips, helping others experience the thrill of the catch firsthand. Our Favorite Type of Trip While every trip is special, we love light tackle inshore fishing, where we can put our custom rods and lures to the test against redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in shallow waters. The challenge of stalking fish in the flats, paired with the explosive strikes, makes for an exciting experience every time! For those who love offshore action, trolling for kingfish and snapper is another favorite—especially when customers land their first big fish! Our Best-Ever Catch We've had some incredible moments on the water, but one of our most memorable catches was a monster bull redfish, caught using one of our own Tubeys custom rods. Watching an angler fight a trophy fish on a rod we built from scratch is an unbeatable feeling! Whether you're looking for an inshore adventure, an offshore challenge, or a relaxing family fishing trip, we're here to make it happen. ? Book your trip with Tubeys Outfitters today and let's make fishing memories together!
Techniques
Preferred Fishing Techniques for Tubeys Charter Trips 1. Light Tackle – Ideal for inshore fishing and targeting species like redfish, trout, and snook. 2. Spinning – A versatile and beginner-friendly technique great for a variety of fish. 3. Fly Fishing – Popular among experienced anglers targeting redfish, tarpon, or trout in shallow waters. 4. Drift Fishing – Effective for covering large areas, especially in bays and flats. 5. Bottom Fishing – Perfect for deeper waters targeting snapper, grouper, and drum. 6. Trolling – Great for offshore fishing and attracting pelagic species like kingfish and mackerel. 7. Jigging – A fun and active technique for catching fish like snapper and amberjack. 8. Casting & Popping – Engaging for anglers targeting aggressive surface feeders. 9. Wade Fishing – Ideal for shallow flats and clear waters, often targeting speckled trout and redfish. 10. Live Bait Fishing – A favorite for beginners and seasoned anglers alike for catching a wide range of fish. 11. Artificial Lure Fishing – A must-have for sports fishermen, especially when promoting Tubeys custom lures.

Hey, I'm Captain Michael Mcnew

South Padre Island, United States
Background
At Tubeys Outfitters, fishing isn't just a business—it's a lifelong passion. We started out as a family-run operation, crafting custom rods and lures designed for serious anglers who want top performance. Our journey began with a love for the water, a dedication to conservation, and a drive to create high-quality, sustainable fishing gear. Over time, we expanded from making fishing equipment to offering guided trips, helping others experience the thrill of the catch firsthand. Our Favorite Type of Trip While every trip is special, we love light tackle inshore fishing, where we can put our custom rods and lures to the test against redfish, speckled trout, and flounder in shallow waters. The challenge of stalking fish in the flats, paired with the explosive strikes, makes for an exciting experience every time! For those who love offshore action, trolling for kingfish and snapper is another favorite—especially when customers land their first big fish! Our Best-Ever Catch We've had some incredible moments on the water, but one of our most memorable catches was a monster bull redfish, caught using one of our own Tubeys custom rods. Watching an angler fight a trophy fish on a rod we built from scratch is an unbeatable feeling! Whether you're looking for an inshore adventure, an offshore challenge, or a relaxing family fishing trip, we're here to make it happen. ? Book your trip with Tubeys Outfitters today and let's make fishing memories together!
Techniques
Preferred Fishing Techniques for Tubeys Charter Trips 1. Light Tackle – Ideal for inshore fishing and targeting species like redfish, trout, and snook. 2. Spinning – A versatile and beginner-friendly technique great for a variety of fish. 3. Fly Fishing – Popular among experienced anglers targeting redfish, tarpon, or trout in shallow waters. 4. Drift Fishing – Effective for covering large areas, especially in bays and flats. 5. Bottom Fishing – Perfect for deeper waters targeting snapper, grouper, and drum. 6. Trolling – Great for offshore fishing and attracting pelagic species like kingfish and mackerel. 7. Jigging – A fun and active technique for catching fish like snapper and amberjack. 8. Casting & Popping – Engaging for anglers targeting aggressive surface feeders. 9. Wade Fishing – Ideal for shallow flats and clear waters, often targeting speckled trout and redfish. 10. Live Bait Fishing – A favorite for beginners and seasoned anglers alike for catching a wide range of fish. 11. Artificial Lure Fishing – A must-have for sports fishermen, especially when promoting Tubeys custom lures.
Our Team
Brent M.
Captain
Crystal G.
Business partner

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(8 reviews)
South Padre Island
 Last booking: 1 day ago
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Trips from US $150

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 8 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Jerry F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Michael

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Private on July 31, 2026
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GUILLERMO G.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Shared on July 14, 2026
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Esteban L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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July fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Shared on July 14, 2026
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Frank F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Slow bite but no shortage of TRY.

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Shared on June 26, 2026
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Allison H.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Amazing experience

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Shared on January 13, 2026
knew all the locals spots, had great tips, caught lots of trout and very knowledgeable would 100% recommend
Allison H. recommends Tubeys Outfitters
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