Every Wednesday, we sit down with elite owners, captains, and crew to break down what makes them dangerous — the gear, the mindset, and the moments that separate the stage from the sidelines.
This week, we’re locked in with Mark Miller, owner and captain of Living Water, a Mercury-powered 39’ SeaVee that just made history — again.
Living Water isn’t new to the top. With wins in 2014, 2020, and now 2025, they’ve secured their place as one of the only 3-time Showdown Crown Champions in series history.
But this year? They didn’t just win — they dominated.
- Saltwater Showdown Leg 1: Runners-Up + $86K Pick 3 Jackpot
- Leg 2: Saltwater Slam Champions
- Leg 3: Saltwater Showdown Champions
- 2025 Showdown Crown Champs, again
Built for speed. Fished with discipline. And when it came down to the final bite, their bait system delivered.
“Our 70g Wicked Wells helped keep our speedos in good shape for this afternoon wahoo that sealed the deal on our Showdown win and 3rd overall Showdown crown.”
— Owner & Captain Mark Miller
Their setup:
- 2 x 28” round Wicked Wells, mounted just aft of the center console
- Tournament layout optimized for quick access + all-day bait health
- Clean, compact, and purpose-built for a high-output, high-pressure center console program
This isn’t a deck ornament — it’s a system built to protect your bait from sunrise to weigh-in, even when the pace is relentless.
Living Water’s results speak for themselves. In a season with no room for failure, their wells ran clean, their baits stayed frisky, and the crew stayed focused.
Because championship programs aren’t all 60-foot yachts. Center consoles like Living Water are proving that with the right crew, the right gear, and the right livewell system — you can lead the fleet from any helm.