Every August, Ocean City, Maryland, known as the “White Marlin Capital of the World”, comes alive for one of the most exciting weeks in sportfishing: the White Marlin Open! What started back in 1974 with just 57 boats and a $20,000 prize purse has exploded into the world’s largest billfishing tournament. Now drawing hundreds of…
An Impeccable Spencer Sportfishing Yacht We’re proud to announce the sale of Sportin’ Life, a stunning 2009 Spencer 59’ Sportfish, marking yet another successful in-house transaction for the MacGregor Yachts team. Congratulations to Jamie MacGregor and all involved in closing the deal on this exceptional vessel! Performance That Impresses Sportin’ Life is a standout example…
MacGregor Yachts Proud to Return as White Marlin Sponsor for the 2025 Dare County Boat Builders Tournament MacGregor Yachts is thrilled to continue our support of one of the most meaningful and exciting events in North Carolina’s sportfishing community. We are proud to be part of the Dare County Boat Builders Tournament. The Tournament is…
MacGregor Yachts is proud to present “Bird Dog,” a 1989 Jim Smith custom-built Sportfish. Bird Dog representing one of the most iconic names in the custom boat world. For decades, Jim Smith Boats has been synonymous with high-performance fishing yachts, combining head-turning design, advanced construction techniques, and superior sea-keeping ability. Built for the serious offshore…
We’re proud to announce the successful sale of “Lookout,” the 30th Anniversary Edition 44’ Garlington XPS—a one-of-a-kind custom express that represents the pinnacle of craftsmanship, design, and performance. Congratulations to Robert Biber and the MacGregor Yachts team on closing the deal, and best wishes to the new owners as they take the helm of this…
We’re excited to share that MacGregor Yachts will once again be part of the iconic Pirate’s Cove Billfish Tournament, held this year from August 9–15, 2025, at the Pirate’s Cove Marina in Manteo, North Carolina. This world-class event is one of the most prestigious on the East Coast and draws anglers, captains, and crews from…
A Successful Night on the Water: MacGregor Yachts Mini Boat Show Recap In February, MacGregor Yachts and the MacGregor Outboard Division hosted a fantastic mini boat show at the River House in Palm Beach Gardens. This first mini show is one of many more to come! Set against the beautiful waterfront backdrop of the intercoastal,…
We’re thrilled to announce that MacGregor Yachts will be back at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS) again this year! As one of the most anticipated events in the marine industry, FLIBS brings together the best in the world of yachting — and we’re proud to be part of the action once again. About…
Yacht Maintenance. It can be daunting, but detail oriented upkeep is extremely necessary and can make or break your relationship with your boat. Thoughtful and regular sportfish maintenance can not only prevent mishaps and potentially dangerous situations at sea, but will give you peace of mind during your fishing and cruising adventures. To help keep…
Build History with Jim Smith The 85′ Jim Smith Ovation is one of the most exquisite large custom sportfisherman vessels ever built. Originally built as the Samari, the vessel is a piece of art built by world renowned custom builder Jim Smith Tournament Boats. The original owner was also a huge figure in the marine…