FizFisho wrote: Yeah thats my concern hence why Im looking at it now well ahead of buying. So the 4.5m Osprey could be worth looking at given the suggested price of the Extreme. I also have thought about a Jetski, which are also a lot of fun in summer. Ive got quality spearing gear so I should stay warm even in winter, although id prefer not to where the top half and where conventional layered clothing. There doesnt seem to be much they cant do and are easy on towing. But you lose the luxury of standing. Much to discuss with the Mrs as to what her preference would be. $15k gets you quite a bit of used Jetski. It doesnt get you much of a boat (comparatively). |
Muzzfishing wrote: FizFisho after reading your post, looks like you need a Surtees workmate. |
FizFisho wrote: there arent a lot of used workmates around. |
funandfunction wrote: FizyFish, go and do a boatmaster course now before you get a boat. |
funandfunction wrote: FizyFish, go and do a boatmaster course now before you get a boat. |
Muzzfishing wrote: Going wide my last trip out West did 125km went to the 100 m mark then to reef 23 and eventually back to Raglan. Used 63lt for the day. When the Snappa fishing good Nov -Jan I regularly go to 55 meters about 20km out , Ive clocked up 50hr since August last year. My Surtees is 4mm Plate bottom and 3 mill sides. Have never felt unsafe in it even when I had water coming up the windscreen crossing the Waihi bar. Its more about being prepared and having the confidence and experience of what you can and cant do. And a back up Plan if conditions change. Weather in the harbour or out wide always have a plan B |
smudge wrote: Fiz, I doubt you will get.... |
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