It’s almost time for the fall tournaments. Join us for two of the Gulf Coast’s best surf fishing events: The Upper Limit, running October 30 through November 29, and the Panhandle Salt Pompano Showdown, happening November 20, 21, and 22. The Upper Limit gives anglers a full month to compete, while the Showdown brings everyone together for a weekend of surf fishing, weigh-ins, and Gulf Coast tournament action. The Upper Limit will run straight through the Fall Pompano Showdown, giving anglers the chance to compete in both events at the same time. Two tournaments. One month. Anglers are encouraged to fish both events. One fish could help you climb two leaderboards.
For Local Anglers: If you are local, you can fish both tournaments and weigh the same fish for both leaderboards. One fish could help you in two different events.
For Out-of-Town Anglers: If you are traveling in for the Showdown, this is your chance to jump into The Upper Limit too. Even though The Upper Limit runs for a full month, a few solid days on the sand can still put you in the mix. You never know what kind of weight you can put on the board during a good fall bite.
Fall 2026 Upper Limit: October 30–November 29
Fall 2026 Pompano Showdown: November 20, 21, and 22
Spring 2026 Upper Limit: April 1–30





April 11th, 2024
41” and some change, Mr. Frisky Fins took The Unfolding
Jack Moran coming in at a close second.
Larry Grossman taking third.
The Unfolding is a Drum Beach Fishing Tournament. Black or Red drum. Longest fish wins. Catch and release. Video evidence of your fish. Tournament approved bump board required.
Winner will receive a SwellPro Fisherman Max. $2,500 fishing drone with 4K video capabilities, and lifts up to 8 pounds of bait.
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