Crafting Sportfishing Excellence Since 1980
Since 1980, Rupp Marine has been the trusted name in the sportfishing industry, offering premium-quality sportfishing hardware and innovative outrigger systems. Founded by Mickey Rupp in Stuart, Florida, our company has grown from a small workshop into a world-renowned leader in the design and production of Sportfishing Hardware. With a passion for boating and engineering, Mickey’s groundbreaking designs revolutionized sportfishing. Today, under the next generation of leadership, Rupp Marine continues to uphold its legacy of American craftsmanship, innovation, and reliability.
A Legacy of Sportfishing Innovation
Rupp Marine began with a visionary approach to outrigger systems, focusing on lightweight, durable, and easy-to-use products. From the invention of the first T-Top mounted outrigger system, Rupp TopGuns™, to BiggRiggs™ and PowerRiggers™, our innovations have set the standard in the industry.
Made in America: Quality You Can Trust
At Rupp Marine, we pride ourselves on American manufacturing, with all products designed and assembled in-house. Every outrigger system we create is built to withstand harsh marine environments and deliver unmatched performance for both sportfishing enthusiasts and professional crews worldwide.
Milestones of Innovation:
- 1980s: Introduction of the patented Tournament Series of easy to use and service corrosion-resistant aluminum outriggers.
- 1990s: Launch of TopGuns™, the first T-Top mounted outrigger system.
- 2000s: Introduction of BiggRiggs™ and PowerRiggers™, our first hydraulic system. Introduction of alternate materials such as carbon fiber for outriggers.
- 2020s: Introduction of a new line of T-top mounted outrigger bases, including Vectors™ an all electric hands free mount. Launch of the Gen2 hydraulic outrigger system and industry-first fiber outrigger cables.
Leading the Future of Sportfishing
Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, Rupp Marine continues to push boundaries with new innovations for larger vessels, ensuring our sportfishing hardware remains cutting-edge and reliable.
With a legacy of innovation and a bright future ahead, Rupp Marine continues to uphold its reputation as a “The most trusted name in Sportfishing”, delivering the highest standards of performance, reliability, and craftsmanship to customers around the world.
More than 44 years later our mission statement remains unchanged.