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The Quepos Protocol: Securing the $27,000 Daily Add-On at the Bisbee’s Costa Rica Debut
The Inaugural Offshore Strike
The countdown to the 1st Annual Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore has officially hit the two-month mark, and the atmosphere in the sportfishing circuit is electric. Set for April 14–18, 2026, this event represents a definitive expansion for the Bisbee’s brand into the rich waters of Quepos. More than 100 teams have already secured their positions, signaling that this isn’t just another tournament—it is a historical shift for the world’s most prestigious billfish series.
Recalculating the Release Payouts
Responding to direct feedback from the fleet, tournament organizers have introduced a radical update to the winning tiers. New for 2026 are the Marlin-Only Daily Release Jackpots. This three-day structure offers three separate shots at daily prize money without altering the existing format. By adding $1,000, $3,000, and $5,000 tiers, teams playing the full optional spread are now fishing for an additional $27,000 in marlin-specific payouts alone. It is a high-value move designed to reward precision and consistency in the release game.
The Marina Pez Vela Bottleneck
Logistics are becoming the primary hurdle for late-entry teams. Marina Pez Vela serves as the tactical hub for the tournament, and slip availability is nearing its limit. Once the marina is at capacity, remaining teams will be forced to run from Los Sueños—a move that places them away from the centralized social and competitive energy of Quepos. With local accommodations and flight availability tightening, the teams moving now are the ones securing the best field position for the April intercept.
The Last Transport Window
For crews currently in Florida or the Caribbean, the clock is ticking on maritime transport. Cross Chartering has confirmed the final sailing from Port Everglades scheduled for March 1–15. This is the last transport window that guarantees a boat arrives in time for the tournament start. For those who have been hesitating on the logistics, this is the final call to get the hull into Costa Rican waters before the first line hits the water.
A Professional Winning Culture
The Bisbee’s crew has focused on making this inaugural event as accessible as it is lucrative. With specialists like Blake Bisbee and Dave Garcia handling the logistical and registration heavy lifting, the barrier to entry for international teams has been lowered. The objective is clear: create a world-class environment where the quality of the fishing is matched only by the scale of the checks being cut on the final night.
The Centralized High-Stakes Standard
As April approaches, the 1st Annual Bisbee’s Costa Rica Offshore is setting a new standard for the region. By merging the legendary high-stakes culture of the Bisbee’s brand with the legendary marlin density of the Pacific, the event is poised to be an absolute predator in the tournament calendar. This isn’t just about a single win; it is about establishing a footprint in a new territory where every release is a calculated step toward a massive payday.
