NORTHERN Australian waters are famous for ‘tricky to wrangle’ barramundi, and with the likely obstacles of fatigue and tropical heat, you’ll be wishing for the best baitcaster reels in the business. Introducing the Shimano Caenan baitcast reel – Shimano’s newest smart entry to mid-level baitcaster designed for those tricky barra. The Caenan features four S A-RB bearings and brake performance …

THE Monduran Anglers and Stocking Association will be holding the Win Television Monduran Family Fishing Classic at Lake Monduran on October 15 and 16. This is one of the biggest freshwater fishing competitions in Queensland and is the major fundraiser for the stocking of Lake Monduran. Since 1997, MASA has released over two million barramundi and Australian bass fingerlings into …

LOOKING to grab a ripper double deal on a Honda outboard? Honda is pleased to announce customers can now double their savings with up to a massive $2000 off selected Honda outboards during September 2016! Honda Marine national sales manager Chris New said, “With summer fast approaching, we want all boaters to enjoy the unmatched reliability of a Honda outboard …

TECHNIICE has just released its new off-road 42-litre fridge/freezers. Featuring automatic changeover from 12V to 240V upon detecting mains voltage, these units also come with a trusted Danfoss compressor and feature stainless steel hardware including hinges, handles and latches. These fridges have hugely insulated walls and lids that provide perfect thermal integrity to reduce compressor cycling, which in turn results …

Mercury’s larger Command Thrust gearcase, which creates a bigger footprint in the water and provides more leverage to control the boat, is standard on the new 40hp and 60hp SeaPro models. The Command Thrust’s larger torpedo, combined with a bigger-diameter prop, can lift a heavy boat onto the plane more easily and hold it there at lower speeds without impacting …

EXPLORE Australia Expo, the premier outdoor and adventure event is about to give visitors an experience like no other, with an action-packed three days at Doomben Racecourse this weekend from September 2-4. The expo brings together the best of Australia’s outdoor industries in an event featuring a host of activities, educational platforms and challenges, delivering a truly interactive experience – all …

A SuperPro Ezy-Lift is designed not to replace a traditional suspension lift kit, but to give cautious new vehicle owners a less-intrusive option for increased ground clearance. The fitment of bigger wheels and tyres to these vehicles is often the first option considered by vehicle owners, but what better way to deliver more clearance than through the installation of an …

IN Queensland, Mary River cod and Murray cod closed season runs from September 1, 2016 to November 30, 2016. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol officer Coby Walker said the annual closure during spawning season is an important measure to allow the species to reproduce so there are viable stocks of these fish for future generations to enjoy. “For Mary River …

The annual closed season for Australian bass in Queensland tidal waters ends this week. Queensland Boating and Fisheries Patrol manager Ian Fricke said Australian bass had been off limits in tidal waterways from 1 June to 31 August to protect the species during its breeding cycle. “Fishers can return to their favourite tidal waterways to catch Australian bass from Thursday, 1 …