THE smallest in the Yellowfin range, the Quintrex 5800 is capable of serious offshore fishing while offering practicality and a lower price point. The Yellowfin models are built strong for ultimate protection from the elements, with the 5800 featuring 5mm plate bottom sheets, 5mm transom material and 4mm side sheets. Don’t be fooled by the smaller model, as construction-wise the …

YAMAHA Motor Australia is excited to announce the release of the highly anticipated four-stroke 25hp outboard engine, the all-new lightweight F25 EFI. This fantastic addition to Yamaha’s four-stroke line-up continues Yamaha’s proud tradition of producing exceptional small motors designed for durability, reliability and above all else, enjoyable time on the water. The new F25 is about 25 percent lighter and …

BEACHGOERS are encouraged to be SharkSmart, with a multi-faceted campaign under way together with the NSW Government’s $16 million Shark Management Strategy to reduce the risk of shark attacks this summer. NSW Department of Primary Industries deputy director General Fisheries Dr Geoff Allan said the SharkSmart campaign provides useful tips to minimise the risk of being in waters where sharks …

THE Moncross tackle box range includes compact, application-specific trays constructed from materials that do not react with Z-Man 10X Tough plastics, along with Walker Boxes, Deeper Boxes, Allround Boxes and a range of double-sided boxes, offering anglers greater flexibility in tackle management. The range of Megabox Multi Minnow Boxes from Moncross are double-sided and allow you to secure your hard-bodied …

ANGLER requests have led to the addition of three flavours in the Pro-Cure Super Gel scent range. Pro-Cure Super Gel combines the best of laboratory science including powerful amino acids, bite stimulants and UV enhancement with real ground bait in a super-sticky formula that stays on lures and baits longer. Aniseed (0515) is made with a combination of five baitfish …

INTRODUCING the Samaki Zing Gen II. The extensive range of the Zing Gen II offers something for everyone, from light spinning for whiting and bream to heavy plastic fishing for snapper, casting for cod and working vibes amongst structure for beefy barra. Cutting-edge design and advanced technology are at the heart of the next generation of Samaki Zing. Premium, high-quality …

AGUADRONE offers the first and only wireless sonar pod that turns your smartphone or tablet into a wireless fishfinder. AguaDrone is a 100 percent waterproof drone capable of landing in and taking off from fresh and salt water.  Unique brushless motors allow for use in wet and dry conditions, making it the all-weather, all-environment drone. AguaDrone’s patent pending Quick Change …

THE Bureau of Meteorology has compiled some fantastic tips and new tools to help you find the best time and place for safe fishing this summer. Finding the perfect fishing spot is a fine art, but whatever secret location you choose to fish, the most important aspect of your search should be to ensure you won’t get caught out by …

This remarkable achievement means improved performance and better balance when fitted on hulls in this category. The F90 is based on the F115B’s four-cylinder power unit. The F90’s reduction in weight and improved compactness is achieved by adopting a SOHC design actuating four valves per cylinder. This unique valvetrain design was first seen in Yamaha’s award-winning F70A, one of the …

WHILE surveillance vessels are out in force over the Christmas period targeting illegal fishing on the Great Barrier Reef, community members are being urged to help to protect the World Heritage Area by being the eyes and ears on the water. Great Barrier Reef Marine Park Authority field management director Chris Cochrane said the Reef belonged to everyone and reporting suspected …