Captain Rick Murphy

Captain Rick Murphy is one of the most trusted voices in saltwater fishing, built on decades of time guiding, competing, and problem-solving on the water. His knowledge isn’t theoretical and it isn’t rushed. It’s earned through long days, changing conditions, and the kind of experience that only comes from making a living putting anglers on fish.

What sets Rick apart is his ability to communicate that experience clearly. He understands how anglers think, how fish behave, and how small details can make or break a day on the water. Whether he’s explaining a technique, breaking down a presentation, or working through why something failed, Rick delivers insight that’s practical, honest, and immediately useful.

That same clarity is what makes Rick such a valuable collaborator in product development. He has a rare ability to translate real-world fishing demands into meaningful feedback that engineers and designers can actually use. Rick’s involvement in the development of the Trokar Bait Saver was rooted in that process. His on-the-water insight helped ensure the Bait Saver didn’t just look good on paper, but performed to the standard anglers expect from the Trokar name.

Rick’s role with Trokar isn’t about endorsements. It’s about accountability. He fishes gear the same way he approaches guiding and content, with intention and high expectations. When a hook goes into a fish, it needs to stay there. Rick understands what’s at stake when opportunities are limited and mistakes are costly, and he expects the tools he uses to meet that moment.

That shared commitment to performance, clarity, and doing things the right way is what makes the partnership work. Rick Murphy brings the experience. Trokar brings the execution. The result is gear anglers can trust when it matters most.