Record Weight Mahi Bahamas

Meet Ian Klein

Owner/Operator

For as long as he could remember, Ian was always surrounded by water. Originally from Pensacola Beach, his earliest memories are of surfing on the Florida Gulf Coast and fishing in Little Sabine Bay. At the age of 12, he began to work for fun as a deckhand on fishing charters, quickly realized his passion, and never looked back. Nearly 25 years later, Ian holds a wealth of knowledge having worked alongside some of the most high-level and sought-after captains and crews in the sport fishing circuit. In the past 7 years, he has competed annually in:

  • Operation Sailfish - Singer Island, FL

  • Buccaneer Cup - West Palm Beach, FL

  • Sailfish Challenge - Miami, FL

  • Dust’em Off Sailfish Warmup - Fort Lauderdale, FL

  • Islamorada Sailfish Tournament - Islamorada, FL

  • MidAtlantic Cup Blue Marlin Tournament - Cape May, NJ

  • Final Sail - Miami, FL

  • The Shootout (Production vs. Custom) - Abacos, Bahamas

  • Custom Shootout - Abacos, Bahamas

  • Armed Forces Shootout - Abacos, Bahamas

Founded in 2024, KMC takes the best parts of Ian’s experience and provides clients with a shortcut to his extensive knowledge of comprehensive boat maintenance and fishing. Ian is a Starke Yacht Care Certified Installer and can handle projects of all sizes from intricate details and restorations to meticulous caulking and ceramic coating. He is dedicated to transforming vessels into works of art. As an independent mate for offshore adventures and tournaments, he guides novice enthusiasts and seasoned pros alike towards unforgettable fishing experiences. Trust Ian to provide expert sport fishing advice, tailored to your needs, all while making you and your boat look good doing it.

Ian graduated from Palm Beach State College in 2011 and has a BA in Business Management and Entrepreneurship. He and his wife, Kaylie, reside in the beautiful fishing community of Lighthouse Point, FL where they take their boat, “Line Weight” out as often as they can. They especially enjoy trips to the Bahamas and the Florida Keys. Wave hello if you see them passing through Hillsboro Inlet!