Bait Health Wins: Why the Lights Out Team Trusts Wicked Wells

Every Wednesday, we sit down with elite captains 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 spotlighting Captain Tyler Dufresne, Mate Kyle Paparelli, and Owner Rob Carmichael — the team behind the high-performance boat 62 Viking, Lights Out, recently featured on ESPN as part of the Sport Fishing Championship.

In South Florida, keeping bait healthy and lively is the name of the game — and these guys have figured out exactly how to stay ahead of the competition. With Wicked Wells onboard, their bait is healthier, more lively, and ready for the action, no matter how long the fight.

“In South Florida, keeping pristine baits is the name of the game, and Wicked Wells ensures we have some of the best bait on the water.” — Captain Tyler Dufresne

That’s the difference. In a region where competition never lets up, having a bait system you can trust isn’t just an advantage — it’s a necessity.

And when you have to rely on fresh, lively bait all day, every day, it’s all about making sure your system can take the heat.

“From someone who has to feed the baits and make sure they’re at their best, Wicked Wells is a no-brainer. We left our baits in the wells around the clock during the whole Lauderdale tournament, and they were in pristine condition.” — Mate Kyle Paparelli

The Lights Out crew trusts Wicked Wells not just for reliability, but for ease of use. Whether it’s the pressurized system with external adjustments or the self-draining lid, they’re getting more performance per trip, day after day.

“It’s the best well I’ve ever used. The pressurized system with the external adjustment and the lid drain system! It’s simply better than any built-in well or external well that I’ve had in 25 years of using one — skiffs to sportfish.” — Owner Rob Carmichael

And when you’ve been in the game for 25 years, you know exactly what it takes to stay on top. For Rob, Wicked Wells has proven to be the ultimate system to keep his crew running smoothly and his bait at peak performance.