About the author of the project
Hello, my name is Roman Astapov. For 25 years I have been professionally engaged in canoeing, and I have been fishing since I was 4 years old — boats, water and everything that lives in it have always been a part of my life.
The idea of creating a fishing service was born in 2012–2013, when friends from Lithuania came to visit me and asked to show them my favorite fishing spots. After three days on the water with excellent catches, they were thrilled with the experience, and I realized that I could turn my passion into a professional activity.
For a long time, the idea seemed too bold — my equipment was not yet up to a professional level, and fishing tours could not become my main income. I didn’t want to work quickly and cheaply — quality of service and emotions of my clients were always the priority.
In 2019, after purchasing a spacious motorboat, I finally started turning this project into reality.
Today I’m on the water almost every day, 200+ days in year – constantly reading conditions, adapting strategies and helping clients get real results — from their first fish to trophy catches.
Most of my guests are international anglers, but many return regularly — fishing with me again and again throughout the season.
What makes my guiding different
I don’t just take you fishing — I help you understand how and why fish behave, and how to catch them consistently.
- Modern sonar & live technology (LiveScope)
- Deep understanding of fish behavior in changing conditions
- Adaptive fishing approach — not a fixed plan
- Focus on real results, not just time on the water
Techniques you can learn
Depending on conditions and your goals, we can use:
- Jig fishing (zander & pike)
- Twitching (hard baits)
- Big bait fishing
- Drop-shot & finesse techniques
- Classic spinning methods
Many clients come not only to catch fish, but to:
- Learn modern fishing techniques
- Understand electronics & sonar
- Improve positioning and strategy
- Build the right tackle setup
I help you adapt everything to your own fishing style and conditions.
Fish with a tournament angler — not just a guide!
Achievements in 2025
Team Gold at Garmin Predator Cup 2025. Our crew proudly took the main prize, proving our high level of preparation, focus and teamwork.
3rd place in crew standings at Garmin Predator Cup 2025. Against the strongest competitors, our team demonstrated skill, consistency and passion.
Latvian Champions 2025 in spinning fishing from boats. After three demanding stages on different waters and dozens of training days, we kept the lead in both team and individual rankings.
These achievements are not just trophies — they are proof of dedication, persistence and passion for fishing. 2025 was a record-breaking and defining year for us, setting a new standard for RestBoat.
What this means for you
- A team that creates unique experiences, based on tested expertise, not guesswork.
- You get a service from a true champion — someone who not only knows how to find and catch fish, but also consistently proves it in competition.
- A guide for whom fishing is not just a hobby, but a way of life that requires mastery, commitment and constant growth.