Captain Spyro Alexakis

My Story

Captain Spyro Alexakis is the President and Owner of Ancient Mariner and a lifelong professional fisherman based on Long Island, New York. With years of hands-on experience on the water and working with precision machinery, Spyro understands exactly what serious anglers demand from their gear — strength, reliability, and performance when it matters most.

Ancient Mariner designs and builds high-quality fishing rods and reels made to handle demanding fishing conditions, from bottom fishing to trolling and everything in between. Every product is created for durability, performance, and consistency, tested by dedicated anglers to ensure dependable results — all offered at a fair and honest price.

Spyro’s mission goes beyond building great equipment — it’s about supporting the anglers who use it. He provides personalized guidance to help customers choose the right rods and reels for their style of fishing, helping turn every trip into a memorable experience.

Committed to unmatched customer service, Spyro stands behind every product. Repairs and service are handled promptly, with gear shipped back within 24 hours whenever possible — because dependable equipment and dependable support go hand in hand.