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Centre of Attention - Haines HUnter 525 Prowler

The Haines Hunter 525 Prowler offers all the benefits of an open boat design with the ride quality of a much bigger vessel. JIM HARNWELL reports.

Big Ambitions - Haines Signiture 502RF

SCOTT THOMAS checks out a small boat with a lot to offer for fishos seeking versatility – the new Haines Signature 502 RF.

Twin rigged ‘fin - Yellowfin Twin Pod

Queensland plate boat company Yellowfin adds a new twin rig addition to its line-up of tough offshore fishing boats. KRIS SWERES reports.

EXCLUSIVE TEST - Haines Hunter 760R Limited & twin 225hp Yamaha four-strokes

This big new offshore sportfisher from an iconic Aussie boat builder is set to become a classic. JIM HARNWELL reports.

Three Times A Charm - MY BOAT DEAD FISHY III

With his new 440 Quintrex Hornet Dead Fishy III DAVID GREEN set out to develop the most innovative and practical tinny on the water. Read on to see if Greeny met the challenge.

Bar Crusher 610 HT Goes Hard

The benefits of a hard-top cabin are swiftly made clear to JIM HARNWELL when he tests out the newest Bar Crusher on a cold and wet day on Melbourne’s Port Phillip Bay.

Small Wonder - Horizon 5.25 Scorpion

Horizon Boats has ticked all the right boxes for fishos wanting an affordable yet versatile fishing cuddy. KRIS SWERES reports.

Evinrude E-TEC re-power

Re-powering is an affordable option for those wanting to update their boat on a budget. SCOTT THOMAS downsizes outboards and fits a E-TEC 30hp to his Quintrex Hornet with surprising results in performance and fuel economy.

Explore and Discover - Quintrex 440 Explorer

Quintrex recently unveiled a series of new models and hull designs. KRIS SWERES checks out a new version of the company's popular estuary tinny - the 440 Explorer.

Have Boat, Will Fish - Haines Traveller TF200

Aussie fishos have long had a love affair with fibreglass cuddy cabs. A new entry into this popular market sector looks set to only strengthen the relationship. Mick Fletoridis reports.

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