Great Freaking Captain!

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What anglers say

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  Andrew Bailey

  Repeat angler

  

  Washington D.C., US

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  Member since 2026

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  2 trips

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  Great Freaking Trip

  Mid day 5hr near shore (noon) on September 9, 2026 • 2 adults

  I want to start by saying I left a five star review for Captain Matt last time I fished with him in early June. This trip was no different. He puts you on the fish. Captain Matt listens to what you want and does his best to get it for you. I listen to his recommendations and I take them. This trip we got mahi, kings, Spanish, false albacore, sharks… I can’t remember what else. He cares, he listens and he delivers. Thanks Captain Matt!

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  Response from Captain

  September 16, 2026

  Andrew, as always, thank you! you're a top tier client who has proven to make my job easier. you certainly do heed my advice and it's worked out for both of us. Thanks again for a great trip, review and for your continued loyalty! till next time, Capt Matt

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  Shawn Lawlor

  Repeat angler

  

  New York, US

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  Member since 2024

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  2 trips

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  5.0

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  Spanish Mackerel & One Bluefish

  3 Hour Half Day Trip on August 23, 2026 • 5 adults

  Good catch with a decent amount of Spanish Mackerel and one Bluefish, but I think it is time for Capt. Matt to retire or at least take a vacation . All he did was complain the entire trip. He is a very experienced and knowledgeable fisherman but he doesn’t really want you to touch the gear, which doesn’t make for a very hands on experience. Again, he is good fisherman.

  

  Response from Captain

  August 27, 2026

  Shawn, great review and it's true, I'm blessed as a fisherman and perhaps could take a vacation. where would I go? perhaps fishing? 😂 nah, I do that every day. Thanks for coming out and I appreciate the review and recommendations. regarding the tackle, and the future crowd that can read this. I recommend minimizing picking up the rod when trolling planers as it's very likely they will reset and shake off the fish. I've seen it countless times and when it's a little slow I'd rather stack up the fish in the box. I'd also find it hard to believe that a person would recommend a guy who "complained the entire time"? I vividly remember your teenage boys that seemed entirely disinterested from the jump, but hey that's kids and I've got two teens. anyway, thanks again. Capt Matt

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  Wesley Libert

  Repeat angler

  

  Pennsylvania, US

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  Member since 2017

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  3 trips

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  Fun day on the water

  Mid day 5hr near shore (noon) on September 8, 2026 • 3 adults

  We didnt have the greatest day of fishing but Capt. Matt got us on a few Bluefish and Spanish Mack. All 3 of us had a great time and really enjoyed our time on Fish Advisor. The weather was absolutely beautiful and would have had a great time even if we didnt catch anything. Would definitely do this trip again.

  

  Response from Captain

  September 9, 2026

  Wesley, thanks for a great review! I'm happy you all had a great time and I look forward to that next trip! Till then, Capt Matt

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  Timothy Maul

  

  Pennsylvania, US

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  Member since 2025

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  5.0

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  Captain Matt saves the day

  Mid day 5hr near shore (noon) on July 23, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 child

  After a week of poor weather and surf fishing, we braved the elements with Captain Matt. He had extra rain gear, which was a HUUUUGEEE help. We had a successful day, with 8 Blues reeled in...three more escaped to be caught another day! This made my 10yo son's day. He can't wait to go out on a boat trip again. Captain Matt provided good tunes to keep our soggy spirits up between bites, and was so friendly throughout the trip. Thank you Captain Matt!

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  Response from Captain

  July 23, 2026

  Timothy, thank you for a great review and for being adventurous! huge rain and lightning didn't stop you guys one bit! kudos for sticking it out. have a blessed fish dinner and a safe return back home and till next time, Capt Matt

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  Andrew Bailey

  Repeat angler

  

  Washington D.C., US

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  Member since 2026

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  2 trips

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  5.0

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  Great Freaking Captain!

  Mid day 5hr near shore (noon) on June 4, 2026 • 2 adults

  Captain Matt is a great captain. He’s accessible and stayed in touch throughout the booking up to the trip. He’ll help you out anyway he can. He pays attention to what you want and tries his best to get it for you. I knew it was going to be rough, but was in a time crunch. He gave me an out, but I went anyway. He handled the boat exceptionally well and got us some fish. In short, he knows what the hell he’s doing and I trust him. Great captain.

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  Response from Captain

  June 6, 2026

  Andrew, I'm speechless! thank you for such a compliment! I appreciate what you've said and your patience with the conditions. OBX weather can be tricky at times however made it easy for me. thanks again, Capt Matt