Editorial flag: Confirm marina slip and live 2026 rates; legacy “66” slug is a duplicate of this 58′ program.
Profile facts last reviewed: 2026-04
About this boat
Tournament-proven 58′ Blackwell out of Ocean City. Family-operated Burt crew, canyon days and overnight options.
Pumpin’ Hard is a family-operated Ocean City offshore charter built around a 58-foot Blackwell Custom Carolina. Operator materials and Fish In OC coverage identify Capt. Mike Burt (with Dan Burt and mate David Burt on the crew page) and a twin Caterpillar power package that the operator markets around a mid-20s-knot cruise.
The boat’s public reputation is tournament-heavy—White Marlin Open and Huk Big Fish Classic coverage frequently name the hull—but private charter guests still need a phone confirmation for slip, day length, and whether the ticket is a daytime canyon run or an overnight.
Published operator rates have listed a 12-hour offshore day near $3,800 for up to six anglers with bait, ice, and tackle included, plus customary mate tip. Overnight and custom clocks are quote-by-phone. Always reconfirm fuel surcharge language before you wire a deposit.
Staging is commonly associated with Sunset Marina; some tournament coverage also mentions Ocean City Fishing Center dock events. Put the marina name on the booking email so your lodging plan matches the morning meet.
Quick compare (same directory)
Use this as a starting grid—rates, captains, and trip SKUs still need a live call. Links open our full profiles so you can read species cards and review context.
| Boat | Archetype | Range | Length | Guests | Pricing note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pumpin' Hard | Private canyon / pelagic | Canyon & pelagic | 58′ | Up to 6 anglers | Published operator snapshot: ~$3,800 for a 12-hour offshore day (plus customary 15–20% mate tip; fuel surcharges may app… |
| Bill$ 4 Bills Sport Fishing Charters | Private canyon / pelagic | Canyon & pelagic | 40′ | Six-pack style marketing in aggregator blurbs—confirm live | Older Fin & Field snapshots listed mixed offshore/inshore SKUs (confirm-live; likely stale). Do not use placeholder phon… |
| Billfisher Sport Fishing Charters | Private canyon / pelagic | Canyon & pelagic | 64′ | Confirm private-charter capacity with captain | Pricing varies by season and trip — confirm with operator. |
| Blood, Sweat & Tears Fishing Charters | Private canyon / pelagic | Canyon & pelagic | — | — | Pricing varies by season and trip — confirm with operator. |
Marina & meet-up
Sunset Marina, Ocean City (confirm departure slip when you book)
Sunset Marina sits on the West Ocean City Sunset Avenue corridor beside sister docks and tournament weigh-in traffic. Canyon mornings and July tuna weeks fill lots early—treat ice, fuel, and gate names like a flight, not beach time.
Confirm whether your captain stages at Sunset Marina proper or a neighboring West OC face; roster pages and tournament calendars sometimes list both campuses interchangeably.
FishingBooker listing
We did not verify a dedicated FishingBooker storefront for Pumpin' Hard as of 2026-04. Many Ocean City six-packs and head boats still book phone-first or through a marina desk—FishingBooker remains useful to benchmark trip SKUs and seasonal pricing, then confirm this hull on the call.
Trip lengths, rates & before you book
Trip lengths
- 12-hour offshore day
- Overnight / multi-day (by arrangement)
Trip types
- Marlin & tuna trolling
- Mahi / wahoo
- Overnight canyon
Rates (confirm before deposit)
Published operator snapshot: ~$3,800 for a 12-hour offshore day (plus customary 15–20% mate tip; fuel surcharges may apply). Confirm live rates before deposit.
Before you book
- Confirm Sunset vs West OC Fishing Center meet for your date.
- Budget mate tip (15–20%) and any fuel surcharge above the published threshold.
- Deduplicate against the legacy “Pumpin Hard 66” directory row—same operator program.
Trip styles
- 12-hour offshore day — published operator snapshot ~$3,800 (confirm live)
- Overnight / two-day canyon — by phone quote
- Capacity — up to 6 anglers
- Inclusions typically marketed — bait, ice, tackle (food/drinks guest-supplied)
Targeted species
Seasonal canyon targets include yellowfin and other tunas, white and blue marlin, mahi, wahoo, and occasional swordfish programs when the overnight clock is booked.
Ask whether your day is release-focused billfish, meat-fish tuna, or a mixed spread—Mate setup and leader choices change with the answer.
Species card (quick scan)
Fishing Charter Reviews
Pumpinhardsportfishingcharters.com + fishinoc.com tournament reporting + OC Marlin Club charter index (58′ Blackwell, Mike Burt)—some directories show a second 443 number; captain-published line is 410-726-8804 for this hull program.
If you see conflicting 443 vs 410 rows, trust the captain line on pumpinhardsportfishingcharters.com for the active season.
Yelp reviews
Search / category link — not a locked business profile
Sparse dedicated pages—match Burt + 58′ Blackwell context.
Summary is original editorial based on recurring public-review patterns where noted—not quoted reviewer sentences. Star data appears only when we verified review totals for this profile listing. Last checked: 2026-04.
FishingBooker reviews
Destination / search link — confirm charter name & state filters
Benchmark elite canyon SKUs; Pumpin Hard often books direct.
FishingBooker aggregates move with completed trips; we summarize themes in our own words. Last checked: 2026-04.
TripAdvisor reviews
Search / roundup link — not a locked attraction profile
Tournament visitor threads—confirm hull for private charter vs press coverage.
TripAdvisor traveler reviews are summarized editorially—never copied verbatim. Counts and averages are updated periodically on the platform. Last checked: 2026-04.
Secret Fisherman review
Secret Fisherman — Pumpin Hard
Fish-in-OC clips and Huk-era headlines sell the crew’s release discipline—pair that reputation with a fresh phone confirmation.
FAQ
- Is Pumpin’ Hard a six-pack charter?
- Yes—operator materials market private offshore trips for up to six anglers. Confirm your passenger count when you book.
- Where do we meet?
- Public listings most often point to Sunset Marina; always confirm the slip and morning arrival time with Capt. Burt for your date.
- Does OCEANCITY.MD book this boat?
- No—call the captain or book through the marina desk. We publish planning context only.
Keep exploring
This listing stages in West Ocean City, west of the Route 50 bridge—not inside Town of Ocean City limits. Pair dawn marina meets with the marinas guide and West Ocean City shopping if you are batching errands.
