It’s almost time for the spring tournaments! Join us for the Upper Limit (April 1–30) and the Panhandle Salt Pompano Showdown (April 10–12)—two of the Gulf Coast’s best surf fishing events.

Tournament Overview

Registration for the Showdown opens February 15, 2026.

Fishing Dates: April 10–12, 2026

Weigh-In Venue: Panhandle Salt, 13595 Perdido Key Dr., Pensacola, FL 32507

Weigh-In Time: Sunday, April 12 at 3 PM

Supporting: Pusching Forward (Matt Pusch)

Divisions & Prizes

Adult Division

1st Place – Cash + Prize Bucket

2nd Place – Cash + Prize Bucket

3rd Place – Cash + Prize Bucket

4th Place – Prize Bucket

5th Place – Prize Bucket

Kids Division (15 & under)

1st Place – Cash + Prize Bucket

2nd Place – Prize Bucket

3rd Place – Prize Bucket

Registration Fees

Adults $45

Kids (15 & under) $15

Rules Summary

One-Fish Weigh-In format

Anglers must record a continuous video showing their fish, angler's face, angler number, and surroundings.

No boats, kayaks, or bayside fishing. 

Tournament range: Fort Morgan, AL → St. George Island, FL

Fish must remain fresh (not frozen or bled).

Kids Division does not require video submissions or angler number.

Angler Numbers:

Posted April 9 at 9:30 PM on Facebook and PanhandleSalt.com.