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here is one for you Tonto By Tonto2 View Last Post
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New Zealand's crazy fishing rules...By 064pointbreak View Last Post
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leigh rock spots By Bungel_ View Last Post
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Does size matter? 5 inches or...By krow View Last Post
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Auckland Yakkers By BananaBoat View Last Post
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Anyone after a new jig set? By Harmul View Last Post
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Rod building gear for sale By Buggar-me View Last Post
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Casting gloves By Mc Tool View Last Post
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Is There Any Hope For Aitutaki?...By WillP View Last Post
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Squid fishing spots By rowboat bob View Last Post
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West coast South island diving...By Judyman View Last Post
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Palliser bAY SHIPWRECK By HistoricJ View Last Post
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