Boating

On the outside, Ocean Craft’s engineers have designed an all-new planing monohull that is a trimaran at rest, an outrigger when turning and yet looks like and remains an inflatable boat that actually retains its pneumatic properties. This has been combined with Ocean Craft’s Delayed Lift Hull, which enables the boat to tackle wind and waves head-on and allows top-level …

Bush ‘n Beach has brought Nautilus Marine Insurance on board to expand the fine print and provide readers with clear, easy-to-understand and helpful tips on protecting their boating assets. Insurance cover for your boat The scenario You’ve had to bail out of that planned fishing trip with your mates. Trouble is, you’re the one who owns the boat. The question …

Darling Harbour will be transformed into a dazzling spectacle for boating enthusiasts, both on the water and in the exhibition halls, with the Sydney International Boat Show set to celebrate its 50th year. The Boat Show has a great history, and its reputation as one of Australia’s premier events keeps bringing the public back year after year. The 50th celebrations …

WHITTLEY Marine has just released the new Clearwater 1950, a purpose-built sports fishing boat that doesn’t skimp on family comforts. It’s light enough to be towed by a large family sedan or smaller SUV and built to tackle rough conditions without breaking the family budget. The Clearwater 1950 features an innovative walk-through rear transom door, moulded fishing/boarding platforms and generous …

SO you love to fish and you have a family… what boat should you buy? The first thing that overwhelms even the most experienced boat owner, let alone someone just getting their feet, is the question of what boat is going to give the best bang for buck. Especially when you’re looking for a crossover boat that does everything. You …

FOR industry stalwarts Jim and Warwick Rann, turning Midway Marine into a Mercury-only dealership was a pretty easy decision. “Mercury has everything from 2.5hp to 400hp, the team we deal with is absolutely fantastic, and their business helps our business,” said Warwick, who is Manager/Director at Midway. A family business which prides itself on outstanding customer service, Midway Marine is …

DUE to customer demand, Quintrex has expanded its popular Renegade range to now include 530 and 570 models. The beauty of the Renegade range is the boats are equipped with everything you could possibly need for a fishing trip without breaking the bank. The new models are the largest in the range, offering plenty of room to bring along your …

MERCURY would like to sincerely congratulate the dozens of Australians who are about to take part in the 20th World Water Ski Racing Championships. After an extensive four-month, seven-race qualifying process the boats, skiers, drivers and observers are now preparing in Seattle, US, where the championships will be held from July 26 to August 6. Mercury Racing regional sales manager Peter …

“To my surprise, given the amount of weight, the Verado performed outstandingly! Even with the burden of over a tonne of extra weight we got up on plane, travelling comfortably at 24 knots. The ActiveTrim feature helped tremendously with this. In a little over two hours we completed the 50-nautical mile journey to the campsite where we would spend the …

At the bow, I’ve extended the casting deck by about 70cm so two people can easily fish there. My side console setup is a little different to the normal ones as I have moved the seats forward. Traditionally, the seats in the side console are right at the back, but I’ve made a rear casting platform and put the seat …