Captain Sam Fekete
Fishing is my passion, and I want to share that passion with you. The experience of a great day at sea is something that lasts forever. I started Twenty4Seven Guide Service at 20 years old to share my passion with you. I love fishing and I love people, so getting into guiding was a natural choice for me. I enjoy fishing with everyone, young and old; everyone has a little salt in their blood!! I have been fishing for as long as I can remember, and never taking a single day for granted.
I am fortunate to have fished with, and have been mentored by, some truly great fisherman who taught me along the way. I am always eager to learn new ways and tactics to catch more and bigger fish and I am passionate about continuing to learn more about the fish I love. I hope after a day out on the water with me, that you too get an opportunity to experience some amazing fishing, and create memories that last a lifetime.
I base my operation out of Old Saybrook, CT and the Connecticut River. My boat is mobile, and my first order of business is finding the best bite for you. I prefer to spend less time running and more time fishing, and I will always try to find the most flexible balance between your convenience and the best fishing experience I can offer you. I am available for group or corporate charters of up to 3-4 anglers depending on the trip. I fish the waters of LI and RI sound between the months of April-November. Let me know your goals and expectations, I will take care of the rest!
I have been chasing Striped Bass my entire life, and have mastered the use of live bait to catch giant Striped Bass. The Striper is a fish I love, and I support the mission of catch and release to perpetuate the viability of the fishery. I work with a tagging program to enhance data that support fish stocks. I fish for Stripers wherever and whenever the fishing is good, with my main goal of finding my clients the best opportunity for success.
I also love the convenience and enjoyment of ground fishing for Black Sea Bass, Fluke, and Porgies.
After the Striper season slows, I focus my time on covering water in search of the best bite. Over the years I have learned the spots and tides, and the importance of being in the right place at the right time.
In the fall, I get to shift gears and spend time chasing two of my favorite species, Bonito and False Albacore. If you have never had the good fortune of chasing “Hard tails” this is something you do not want to miss. I focus on using the lightest spinning tackle to maximize your experience chasing these amazing fish. The bites and fights are epic and something you will not soon forget.
The Boat
We’ve upgraded for 2025! I’ll be running the same boat everyone knows and loves, just bigger and with more space, horsepower, and better handling.
“Clockwork” – a 28′ Hydra-Sports Vector, powered by twin Evinrude E-TEC 300 motors, is a high-performance fishing vessel ideal for targeting striped bass in Connecticut’s Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River.
Its deep-V hull ensures a smooth, stable ride in choppy waters, while the E-TEC motors deliver reliable, efficient power with excellent fuel economy, making it perfect for covering long distances or navigating river channels.
Designed with anglers in mind, the boat features spacious casting decks, integrated livewells, abundant rod storage, insulated fish boxes, and compatibility with outriggers and downriggers for trolling or casting versatility. Comfort is prioritized with padded seating and a T-top for shade, ensuring long days on the water are enjoyable.
Advanced electronics at the helm from Humminbird make navigation and fish-finding easy, allowing anglers to locate striped bass near reefs, rips, or submerged river structure. The Vector’s size, speed, and maneuverability make it ideal for both the expansive waters of Long Island Sound and the narrower, structured areas of the Connecticut River, offering a perfect balance of performance, comfort, and fishing-focused features.
