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A proven big-game platform with exceptional speed, range, and stability. Ideal for teams competing seriously at Bisbee’s.
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Cabo San Lucas › Tournaments 
CABO SAN LUCAS · OCTOBER 2026
The world’s most prestigious big-game fishing tournament returns to Cabo San Lucas. Multimillion-dollar payouts. Elite crews. Legendary grounds.
The Tournament
Held annually during peak marlin season in Cabo San Lucas, the Bisbee’s Black & Blue draws elite teams from around the world. Massive black and blue marlin roam just miles offshore. Every qualifying fish is weighed dockside. Every decision counts. This is where legends are made.
Rules & Format
$5,000 USD per team — mandatory. 50% of base entry fees go directly into the prize money pool. Every team competes from the same starting line.
Optional add-on. 85% returned to awards. 100% goes to the daily winner. If no qualifying fish is caught, the pot carries forward to the next day — building massive pressure.
100% cash return to participants. The most aggressive payout structure in the entire tournament. An optional add-on for teams willing to bet everything on the largest fish.
90% to top teams. 10% to top captains. The five largest qualifying fish by weight determine the overall winner. Precision and strategy over luck.
Frequently Asked Questions
The mandatory base entry fee is $5,000 USD per team. 50% of base entry fees go directly to the prize money pool.
Daily jackpots are optional. 85% is returned to awards and 100% goes to the daily winner. If no qualifying fish is caught, the pot carries forward, creating increasing stakes each day.
The Chupacabra Challenge is an optional add-on offering 100% cash return to participants. It is considered the most aggressive payout structure in the entire tournament, rewarding the biggest catch.
The five largest qualifying fish by weight determine the overall winner. 90% of payouts go to top teams and 10% to top captains, rewarding both teamwork and seamanship.
All-inclusive charters cover: licensed captain, professional deckhands, all fuel and operational costs, Starlink satellite Wi-Fi, custom on-board menu, premium non-alcoholic beverages, and all tournament-grade tackle and gear.
Zero Surprises
Licensed captain, professional deckhands, all operational costs fully covered. Your focus: the fish.
Stay connected offshore for weather updates, coordination, and real-time communication throughout tournament days.
Fresh meals tailored to your team, with premium non-alcoholic drinks all day. Fueled right for peak performance.
Professional rods, reels, lures, and tournament-ready gear onboard. Every piece of equipment curated for big-game marlin.
Tournament-Ready Fleet
A proven big-game platform with exceptional speed, range, and stability. Ideal for teams competing seriously at Bisbee’s.
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Built for offshore competition — reliability, comfort, and fishability. Balance performance and strategy on high-stakes tournament days.
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A nimble sportfisher for precision and efficiency. Perfect for smaller teams focused on tactical fishing and aggressive maneuvering.
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A heavy-hitting tournament boat with room for larger teams. Excellent sea-keeping, commanding cockpit, experienced crew ready to compete.
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The Full Experience
October 2026 — Cabo San Lucas
Whether you’re chasing trophies, prestige, or life-changing payouts — the Bisbee’s Black & Blue is the ultimate proving ground.