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Release Boatworks 46 Gameboat – Tiburon

Vacuum-Infused. Hand-Faired. Built for the Brotherhood.
Before sunrise off Atlantic City, the 46 Gameboat Tiburon came alive. Low cruise. 30 knots. Bow level. The Gameboat isn’t a concept anymore—it’s here. Built by hand for the men who still believe a boat should be earned, not bought. Release Boatworks 46 Gameboat – Tiburon

The Gameboat Idea & Brotherhood

A Gameboat should be durable and fast, easy to clean at the end of the day, and refined enough to fish anywhere in the world. That idea stuck with us—the belief that simplicity, strength, and fishability matter more than flash. Tiburon is our answer: a 46-footer that cuts weight without cutting corners, keeping every hose, hatch, and handrail where a captain would want it after a 100-mile run home in a snotty sea.

But a Gameboat isn’t just fiberglass—it’s a handshake among captains, owners, and builders who respect the work. We call it the Gameboat Brotherhood. You see it when an old Merritt captain steps aboard and grins because the cockpit feels right. You hear it when a young mate spots the mezzanine setup before he notices the Release logo. Tiburon carries that lineage: the ghosts of boats that taught us hard lessons, the friends we lost, and the fish we finally whipped.

Release Boatworks 46 Gameboat cockpit

Cockpit & Layout

The 140-sq-ft cockpit is bare of gimmicks: a transom livewell, mezzanine seating with refrigerated boxes beneath, tackle drawers within arm’s reach, and a wide one-piece transom door ready for a tournament winner.
The helm’s sightlines are near perfect—no guessing where the bow rides—and seating keeps the crew comfortable. Below, a simple galley, staggered V-berth, over/under bunks to port, and a head—enough for overnights without stealing space from the cockpit. There’s even a full rod locker to starboard.

Systems & Build

Composite Consulting Group audited and re-engineered the stringer system to be infused as part of the hull—a single, monolithic structure. Every chase, pump, and breaker panel is positioned for a tired captain at 2 a.m., not for a brochure photo. Maintenance access is uncompromised: stand-up engine room, removable panels, labeled wiring.

blue plastic ona boat hull getting vacuum bagged for resin infusion

Performance Offshore

In a quartering sea off the Wilmington Canyon, Tiburon knifed through 4- to 6-footers without a hint of slap. The hull’s running attitude stays flat even at different loads, and she holds her course in a drift like a much heavier boat. Fuel burn stays manageable at 34-knot high cruise—and she’ll still run 30 knots when it’s angry.

release 46 gameboat side view

Strengths & Trade-offs

Strengths: honest layout, efficient hull, captain-centric systems, handcrafted finish. And when the day’s done, Tiburon isn’t just a ride home—she’s the boat you’ll linger on at the dock, swapping stories, pouring a drink, and savoring the day.Trade-Offs: she’s a pure Gameboat, built for battle offshore. Comfortable below, yes—but if you’re shopping for marble countertops, this isn’t your ride.

Verdict

Tiburon proves the Gameboat ethos isn’t nostalgia—it’s evolution. She’s fast, efficient, easy to clean, and deadly serious about chasing fish. More than a boat, she’s an invitation: to join a Brotherhood that values scars, stories, and honest craftsmanship over flash. A Gameboat doesn’t just hunt offshore—it carries your name, your legacy, and every ghost that ever rode a wake before you. If you’re ready to see what the Gameboat Brotherhood feels like firsthand, step aboard one of ours at our Egg Harbor City shop or at the next tournament dock.

release 46 gameboat helm

Experience the Gameboat Brotherhood

Ready to feel what a true Gameboat rides like? Come see our full lineup at our Egg Harbor City shop. Whether you’re a seasoned captain looking for your next ride or curious about what makes the Gameboat different, we’ll put you at the helm.

No sales pitch. No pressure. Just an honest conversation between people who respect the water.

Schedule your test ride today:
📞 [833-347-4729]
📧 [[email protected]]
🌐 releaseboatworks.com/contact

Or catch us at the next tournament dock—we’ll be the ones with the cooler open and stories to share.

release 46 gameboat

Captain image

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