CAPTAIN BLACK BEARD
Narrabeen, New South Wales
Born and bred in Narrabeen on Sydney’s Northern Beaches, fishing’s always been in my blood. My old man was a commercial handline fisherman, so it was never really a hobby… just life. I’ve spent my life across all angles of the fishing world - tackle stores, seafood processing and distribution, overseas charters, and custom rod building. I’ve also been a proud ambassador for TMH since 2012. About 18 months ago, I pulled the pick and set sail with the family to the Mornington Peninsula in Victoria, which we now call home. I work for a not-for-profit organisation, teaching people from all walks of life how to fish - kids, families, and all-abilities groups. When I’m not doing that, or looking after four kids, a dog, 22 goldfish, and three chickens, I’m chasing tail - land-based or off my own vessel. A lifelong obsession with mulloway, aka the Silver Ghost.
LIFE MOTTO
"No regrets"
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
- Grew up learning the trade from my father, a commercial fisherman on Sydney’s Northern Beaches
- Built a career across tackle, seafood, charters, and fishing education
- Produced and directed cult surf films Doop Brain and Doop Brain Again in the mid-’90s
- Recreation Manager at a private Caribbean resort, running fishing and water-based experiences for international guests
- Became a Mad Huey in 2012, featured across YouTube and social media from 2012–2024
- Created social content blending fishing, art, and music
- Developed CBB Custom Sticks and established a reputation in custom rod building
- Featured across fishing media, brand collaborations, and industry work
- Lived remotely on the Hawkesbury River on a boat-access-only property, catching mulloway off the jetty most nights
THE MAD HUEYS Q&A
1. Most Memorable Surf:
2014 Pip Master Showdown in the Cephalopod… BRRRRR!!
2. Most Memorable Fish Caught:
45.5kg Seriola lalandi (Yellowtail Kingfish)…Sling Weighed…BRRRRRR!
3. Most Memorable Party:
2013 Flatty Classic - 1 hour fishing, 3 days partying…BRRRRRRR!!