Press Release
Every Wednesday, we sit down and highlight 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.
Some boats just have a way of writing their story across the water, and this summer the Lights Out crew is doing exactly that up in the Mid-Atlantic.
Captain Tyler Dufresne, Mate Kyle Paparelli, and Owner Rob Carmichael have already proven themselves in South Florida’s sailfish gauntlet. But this season, they’ve taken their campaign north—where the runs are longer, the waters cooler, and the competition every bit as fierce.
A Summer to Remember
From Ocean City to the canyons, Lights Out has been stacking up results in some of the toughest fisheries the East Coast has to offer. Big fields, heavy pressure, and long days offshore haven’t slowed this team down.
Their consistency on the leaderboard is what stands out. Whether it’s billfish releases, tournament payouts, or dockside bragging rights, they’ve proven they can travel north and still perform at the highest level.
The Crew Behind the Success
- Captain Dufresne — steering the program with sharp instincts and bold calls on where to set up and when to move.
- Mate Kyle Paparelli — keeping the spreads tight, the cockpit sharp, and the energy high through grueling hours.
- Owner Rob Carmichael — whose vision and commitment to excellence keep Lights Out at the forefront season after season.
Together, they’ve built a culture that thrives under pressure, turning long runs and tough conditions into opportunity.
Loyal to Wicked
We're proud to say Lights Out is also a loyal Wicked Wells client. On their Viking, they run dual 28” Sailfisher Series livewells, and their Costa Custom is outfitted with our Gamechanger Series pump boxes. It’s a setup that fits the way they fish—hard, precise, and built for results—without slowing them down on the water.
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Setting the Bar High
The Mid-Atlantic summer circuit isn’t for the faint of heart. But for Lights Out, it’s another chance to raise the bar—and raise the flags. Every release, every payout, every weigh-in tells the story of a team that doesn’t just show up, but shows out.
Their northern run proves what many already knew: Lights Out isn’t just a contender in South Florida—they’re a force wherever the fight takes them.
Wicked Wednesday Salute
This week, we tip our caps to the Lights Out crew for a summer campaign that’s already making waves. From one coast of competition to another, their drive, precision, and results are exactly what Wicked Wednesday is about: celebrating those who don’t just fish—they perform.
Here’s to the runs ahead, the flags yet to be flown, and the story still being written.
