About Us
Our Boat
Trips and Rates
What We Do
The “Short Rigger” is a gorgeous, eye-catching 57’ Bobby Sullivan Custom Carolina Sportfisherman with a serious history of catching fish. Powered by twin 715 HP Caterpillar C-12 Diesel engines, she offers a speedy and very comfortable ride. Parties of up to 6 guests will enjoy her spacious galley and cockpit.
Galley amenities include satellite TV, surround sound, DVD player, Bluetooth stereo, air-conditioning, 2 sofas, a bathroom with a toilet and shower, a bed, a refrigerator, a microwave, and coffeemaker.
The large cockpit features a Release fighting chair as well as 2 additional rod gimbals for fighting multiple fish at the same time, a huge fish box, a built-in cooler, ice-maker, and a spacious rear-facing mezzanine sofa for folks to enjoy the scenery while watching each other catch fish. The boat is fully rigged with navigational electronics including GPS, radar, VHF radios, and fish finder.
What We Do
Trips and Rates
What We Do
Come take part in the exhilarating experience that is Virginia Beach fishing with Short Rigger Sportfishing. This is top fishing in Rudee Inlet and specializes in inshore, nearshore, and offshore fishing trips.
Captain Pete has been fishing the waters of Virginia Beach and the Chesapeake Bay his entire life and loves putting anglers on fish, whether it’s your first time or your hundredth.
There are a large variety of packages to choose from. On the inshore trips, you’ll be able to enjoy views of the VA Beach oceanfront while catching species such as Cobia, Red Drum, Mackerel, and Bluefish. Offshore you’ll be targeting bigger game fish, such as White and Blue Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, and Mahi Mahi. In the summer, VA Beach is known worldwide for being a top fishery for White Marlin.
Included in the price are the rods, reels, live bait, and permits for the day. Don’t forget to bring along your own food and drink and lots of non-spray sunscreen.
Families and professional fishermen alike will love fishing with Short Rigger Sportfishing.
Trips and Rates
Trips and Rates
Trips and Rates
We offer a wide variety of trips tailored to ensure you have an enjoyable day on the water. Trip types and rates are below. Remember, our mates work for tips (15-20% of total trip rate is customary).
Offshore - $3,200
Inshore (4 Hour) - $700
Inshore (5 Hour) - $850
A deposit of 50% is required at the time of booking to secure your trip. We accept cash, check, and credit cards