Captain Bobby is a well-known charter captain with Big Daddy Sport Fishing , where long runs, rough conditions, and fuel efficiency put every vessel to the test. He partnered with Chase from The Boatler four months ago to apply Armus Hull Pro to his 47’ Freeman — coating the entire running surface and, for the first time on a Freeman, the full tunnel. The goal was to see just how much performance and efficiency could be unlocked with a complete Hull Pro treatment.
The results speak for themselves. Bobby immediately noticed a dramatic improvement in acceleration and handling — describing the hole shot as feeling “like a sport mode” on the boat. Fuel burn dropped from 85–90 gallons per hour down to 65–70, saving nearly 20 gallons every hour. For a vessel with a 1,050-gallon tank, that’s a real-world range increase of roughly 150–200 miles, giving him more freedom offshore without needing additional fuel bladders.
Beyond performance, Bobby’s maintenance routine completely changed. What once required hours of scrubbing and acid cleaning under the hull and in the tunnel is now a simple rinse. He can hit the hull with a hose and Spot Zero system, and even after sitting in dirty water all day, the scum line and salt just slide off. The coating not only makes upkeep effortless but also protects the gelcoat from acid wear and long-term damage. As Bobby explains, the result is not just a cleaner boat — it’s a healthier hull and longer-lasting finish.
