Abstract: An adjustable tension kite holding and release apparatus, which has an apparatus head, and an apparatus body having an adjustable thumbscrew coupled to the apparatus body, and first and second ring grippers having first and second bumps providing a ring gripping mechanism at a distal end of the apparatus body. The ring gripping mechanism holding a releasable ring, running a fishing line through the releasable ring, tightening the adjustable thumbscrew such that the ring gripping mechanism applies tension to the releasable ring, and increasing or decreasing the tension based on an estimated force desired to release the releasable ring.

Abstract: An offshore fishing apparatus aligns properly, is light weight, and is consistently adjustable by the user to their desired tension for smooth release of their fishing line when a fish strikes or when any force overcomes the applied tension placed on the fishing line release arm. The device further includes a proximal beveled entry and exit including a pivot ball with an aperture, through which a kite or connection line is run through. The pivot ball allows the device to pivot in the direction the fishing line moves. The device is advantageously light weight, in part due to lightweight materials used to construct the device without reducing the device's performance.