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Michael Mcnew
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Michael Mcnew

South Padre Island, United States
10+ reviews
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!
Brent M.
Brent M.
Captain
Crystal G.
Crystal G.
Business partner

Charters

Rating

4.9
10 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
4.9
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

All reviews (10)

Showing 1 – 5 of 10 reviews
  • Nathan Scheimreif
    Nathan Scheimreif
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fun And Friendly Fishing Guide

    Half Day Trip – Shared • 2 adults

    I got nothing but good things to say. Got us on some drum & redfish. Had a nice peaceful trip. Played good music and had good gear for us to use. Will definitely book another fishing guide with Michael.

    Reported catch:
    Redfish
    Black Drum
    Ladyfish
    Response from Captain

    Thank you so much! I really enjoyed having y’all out on the water and I’m glad we were able to get on some drum and redfish. It was a great, laid-back trip, and I appreciate the kind words about the music, gear, and overall experience. I’d be happy to have y’all back anytime and hopefully we can put even more fish in the boat next time. Tight lines! 🎣

  • Jose Carrillo
    Jose Carrillo
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Half Day Trip – Shared • 2 adults
    Reported catch:
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Ladyfish
    Sheepshead
    Response from Captain

    Jose, thank you for the five-star review! What an awesome time on the water with you. The wind picked up and made things challenging, but we still managed to bring in a few! That monster redfish gave us a fight before spitting the hook—next time, we’re getting him to the boat! We appreciate you choosing Tubeys Outfitters and look forward to fishing with you again!

  • Jerry Flores
    Jerry Flores
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Michael

    Half Day Trip – Private • 4 adults
    Reported catch:
    Speckled Trout
    Redfish
    Response from Captain

    Totally awesome group of guys! I don’t think I’ve laughed that much on a trip in a long time. We caught fish, released them all, then headed offshore and even got a few plunges in. 😂 Great fishing, great laughs, and even better company. Can’t wait to have y’all back out with Tubeys again! 🎣🤙

  • Guillermo Gutierrez
    Guillermo Gutierrez
    mx
    Nuevo Leon, Mexico
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip – Shared • 2 adults
    Response from Captain

    you guys are awesome. Thank you so much and look forward to the next trip.

  • Esteban Lavin
    Esteban Lavin
    mx
    Nuevo Leon, Mexico
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    July fishing trip

    Half Day Trip – Shared • 2 adults
    Response from Captain

    Had a great time and look forward to going out again!!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    Teen angler proudly holding a redfish aboard a shallow-water fishing boat at sunset.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Jose C.
    Jose C.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    Adult angler holding a large redfish on the bow of a shallow-water fishing boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +1
    Redfish
    Nathan S.
    Nathan S.
    I got nothing but good things to say. Got us on some drum & redfish. Had a nice peaceful trip. Played good music and had good gear for us to use. Will definitely book another fishing guide with Michael.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on the bow of a boat in a serene fishing environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Great oversized reds south of port mansfield. On artificial and cut bait. Both are currently working.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    A group of six women proudly displaying their catch of fish on a board at Jim's Pier in South Padre Island, TX, showcasing a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Fishing right now is flat-out on fire across the Lower Laguna Madre from South Padre to Arroyo City. We’re seeing consistent action on both redfish and trout, with a strong mix of slot fish and oversize reds showing up daily. This isn’t a grind—this is pull-up-and-get-right kind of fishing. ? What’s Going Down Redfish bite is excellent, especially on the shallow grass flats and potholes Trout are stacked up and healthy, with solid keeper and oversized fish mixed in Spring conditions have fish actively feeding and pushing bait, making it a prime window ⏰ Best Time to Fish Early bite is decent, but the mid-morning window is where it’s getting stupid good Once the sun gets up and warms things slightly, fish are sliding shallow and feeding hard ? What’s Working Soft plastics (especially paddle tails) are getting it done consistently Natural presentations around grass lines and potholes If you’re not throwing something like a purple slammer style bait… you’re missing fish If you’re on the fish, it’s not a question of if—it’s how many. Limits are happening, and those oversized reds are showing up enough to keep things interesting.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a Speckled Trout while fishing from a boat in a calm waterway.
    Matthew K.
    Matthew K.
    Captain Brent was friendly and courteous, and very helpful. He was very courteous and helping my wife who had very little experience fishing
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    A young angler casting a line from a boat in calm waters, showcasing the excitement of fishing in a serene environment.
    Fish 1
    Sheepshead
    Julia R.
    Julia R.
    Knows “the spots”, is knowledgeable and was extremely good with my son. Will book when we’re out here.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    Several fish laid out on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful catch after a fishing trip in a coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Headed north of SPI and found reds quickly and then a couple trout.
  • Tubeys Outfitters
    Tubeys OutfittersSouth Padre Island, TX
    An angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while fishing in a coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Tim H.
    Tim H.
    Son and I had a great time. Caught lots of trout and few redfish on a really windy day.

Our Fishing Locations

What's biting with Tubeys Outfitters in South Padre Island

The water is starting to cool down but the fishing stays hot. Find a bay fishing guide to take you after Redfish and Snook. If you're heading far out, you may come across Tuna, Wahoo, and even Sailfish.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish while standing on the bow of a boat in a serene fishing environment.

OVERSIZED REDS

Jun 3, 2026 • South Padre Island
Great oversized reds south of port mansfield. On artificial and cut bait. Both are currently working.
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A group of six women proudly displaying their catch of fish on a board at Jim's Pier in South Padre Island, TX, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

? South Padre Island / Arroyo City Fishi

May 1, 2026 • South Padre Island
Fishing right now is flat-out on fire across the Lower Laguna Madre from South Padre to Arroyo City. We’re seeing consistent action on both redfish and trout, with a strong mix of slot fish and oversize reds showing up daily. This isn’t a grind—this is pull-up-and-get-right kind of fishing. ? What’s Going Down Redfish bite is excellent, especially on the shallow grass flats and potholes Trout are stacked up and healthy, with solid keeper and oversized fish mixed in Spring conditions have fish actively feeding and pushing bait, making it a prime window ⏰ Best Time to Fish Early bite is decent, but the mid-morning window is where it’s getting stupid good Once the sun gets up and warms things slightly, fish are sliding shallow and feeding hard ? What’s Working Soft plastics (especially paddle tails) are getting it done consistently Natural presentations around grass lines and potholes If you’re not throwing something like a purple slammer style bait… you’re missing fish If you’re on the fish, it’s not a question of if—it’s how many. Limits are happening, and those oversized reds are showing up enough to keep things interesting.
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Several fish laid out on a cleaning table, showcasing a successful catch after a fishing trip in a coastal environment.

Great Fishing Saturday. 4 reds and 2 tr

Jun 8, 2025 • South Padre Island
Headed north of SPI and found reds quickly and then a couple trout.
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