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Hobie Mirage Outback
Corey Gallagher | First Published: May 2017 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Hobie have a long tradition of quality and innovation. Their products have dominated kayak angling markets worldwide since the introduction of the first purpose designed, pedal propelled fishing kayak, the Mirage Outback in 2001.
Torqeedo Ultralight revolutionises kayaking
Peter Jung | First Published: December 2016 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Earlier in the year, Fishing Monthly Magazines attended the launch of three of Torqeedo’s electric outboard motors by their Australian distributer, Power Equipment. German manufactured Torqeedo is recognised as a leader in the field of electric motor technology. In particular for their attention to detail when comes to minimizing battery use, while maximizing output. At the time we were impressed by what we saw and looked forward to getting our hands on them to put them through their paces.
Deeper Pro+ Fish Finder review
Robbie Alexander | First Published: August 2016 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Not since Jesus played full back for Jerusalem has the fishing industry seen such an exciting new piece of gadgetry as the Deeper Fish Finder, or the Deeper smart sonar.
Tested: Lowrance Structure Scan 3D
Nabeel Issa | First Published: July 2016 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
It seems that almost yearly there are new advances in sonar technology. For long periods, small changes were the norm with nothing out of the ordinary coming out, that is to say, nothing mind-blowing. Now we are lucky enough to get to see exciting new products almost yearly!
Power-Pole Micro Anchor - The Game Changer
Tag | First Published: July 2014 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The Power-Pole Micro Anchor has landed in Australia and it’s a great way to set your boat or kayak up in one location allowing you to fish without the worry of your rig moving while you’re concentrating on the fishing.
ECOGEARAQUA BREAM PRAWNS
Steve Morgan | First Published: June 2014 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Fishing Monthly is proud of the fact that these “Testing Booth” articles are only completed after the author had had a thorough test of the product. I can definitely say that I’ve put my time in using Ecogearaqua and feel confident that I can give you some tips on how to get the best from it when you put some on.
TechniIce portable car fridge/freezer
Travis Davies | First Published: October 2013 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
These days fishing, camping or just a family picnic can be a lot easier, with the new portable fridge/freezer range.
Hot Box offers the lot
Greg Livingstone | First Published: September 2013 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
A new product that stood out at the Tinnie and Tackle show earlier this year was the Hot Box. The Hot Box is a portable outdoor stove, much like an old Billy stove of yester year but with some pretty fancy modifications allowing it to be portable and travel friendly.
Pelagic fishing with polarised Binoculars
Greg Livingstone | First Published: May 2013 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Byfield Optics, an Australian owned company, has released the world’s first polarised binoculars.
Tairyo Nano Speed Plus II and Nano King
Stephen Booth | First Published: April 2013 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
I just love it when new technology comes along that makes a real and measurable difference. This, for me, occurred with the introduction of the Tairyo Nano series of rods, a series of rods that uses nano-technology to provide rods that are light, strong, responsive and, as I found out in the field, have unexpected tapers.
Taiyro Travel
Peter Jung | First Published: December 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Having spent many of the last 20 years selling fishing tackle and sporting equipment, when I set myself the task of testing a travel range of fishing rods, I had to question myself why?
Finding the unfair advantage
Dan Kaggelis | First Published: July 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Lure fishing is all about providing the best deception possible. Whether it is through movement, design, or pattern, finding that extra something from a lure can often be the difference between catching fish and just fishing.
Finding the Unfair Advantage
Dan Kaggelis | First Published: April 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Lure fishing is all about providing the best deception possible. Whether it is through movement, design, or pattern, finding that extra something from a lure can often be the difference between catching fish and just fishing.
Evie’s Sun Smart Inflatable Rashie
Stephen Booth | First Published: March 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The need for a PFD (Personal Floatation Device) that is comfortable, fits well, and more importantly is safe and effective is paramount for water enthusiasts. Evie (Emergency Vest Inflatable Equipment) are the world’s first rated sun smart inflatable swim shirt developed for safety, comfort and sun protection.
Evie’s Sun Smart Inflatable Rashie
Stephen Booth | First Published: March 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The need for a PFD (Personal Floatation Device) that is comfortable, fits well, and more importantly is safe and effective is paramount for water enthusiasts. Evie (Emergency Vest Inflatable Equipment) are the world’s first rated sun smart inflatable swim shirt developed for safety, comfort and sun protection.
Evie’s Sun Smart Inflatable Rashie
Stephen Booth | First Published: March 2012 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The need for a PFD (Personal Floatation Device) that is comfortable, fits well, and more importantly is safe and effective is paramount for water enthusiasts. Evie (Emergency Vest Inflatable Equipment) are the world’s first rated sun smart inflatable swim shirt developed for safety, comfort and sun protection.
Techni-cally something for everyone
Travis Davies | First Published: August 2011 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
With winter nearly over and camping season just around the corner it was time to update the gear. And this time I was looking for compact equipment with camp side comfort.
Stealth Charger Tops Up Batteries On The Run
Steve Morgan | First Published: May 2010 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
When Wayne from Tuncurry Auto Electrics Batteries Chargers and Solar pitched me the spiel on his new accessory for tournament anglers, I wasn’t 100% sold. Actually, let me re-phrase that: I was 100% sold on the concept but I’m a bit of a cynic when it comes to things that seem too good to be true as they usually are.
Samurai Reaction Rods by Frogley’s Offshore
Travis Davies | First Published: April 2010 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Since the Samurai Reaction Rods hit the market last year, I’ve had the pleasure of having a few of these rods in my boat to use offshore for snapper, jewfish and anything else that came along.
CTEK: The smartest chargers in the world
Travis Davies | First Published: April 2009 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
After months of research you finally decide on which boat to buy, you then deck it out ready for the tournaments, you put the electric motor and batteries in, but then think, “What charger should I use?”
Pop and jig with Samurai NV9
Tony Zann | First Published: February 2009 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
When it comes to selecting a quality 10kg to 15kg graphite rod for popping and jigging, you can spend an awful lot of money – or you can go for a Samurai NV9 and spend the rest on a heap of lures, braid and other goodies.
Auspit campfire spits – cooking made easy
Martin Auldist | First Published: August 2008 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
I love great food in the outdoors. Sadly, actually cooking that food has never been my strong suit. My fishing and hunting mates will quickly tell you that. That’s why I was so happy to get my hands on one of Auspit’s campfire spits.
Saltiga Surf reels – bling for the beach!
Martin Auldist | First Published: June 2008 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
In the early years of my fishing career I did a lot of surf fishing along the east coast of Victoria and the south coast of New South Wales. The gear I used was pretty much what you might expect of a uni student.
HiDefSpex
Adam Royter | First Published: March 2008 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Talk to me about polarised sunglasses and you’re likely to get a good gob full of technical who-har about lenses.
Snapper Snatchers: fishing made easy!
Martin Auldist | First Published: December 2007 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
In the last few months, Snapper Snatchers from Black Magic have been grabbing their fair share of attention from Victorian anglers. I thought it was about time VFM took the opportunity to explain what all the fuss is about.
Smith Bay Liner – A launcher for micro-minnows
Tag | First Published: June 2007 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The Japanese influence has really started to make its presence felt on the hard-body lure market in Australia. Many of the lures that we use to chase bream with were actually designed in Japan to catch trout using ultra-light tackle.
Platypus line
Tag | First Published: June 2007 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
I’ve recently had the pleasure of trying out some products from the Platypus fishing line company. If you check out April’s VFM, you’ll find an excellent overview of the Platypus company by Dominic Fry. As you can see, they’ve been around for a long time now. I was supplied with the Platypus products Game Leader, Super Braid, Lo-Stretch and Pre-Test to give the once over.
Alvey 650 BERR Rapid Retrieve
Tag | First Published: April 2007 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
With their reputation for durability and long-distance casting of light baits, Alvey reels have always been held in high regard among serious rock and beach anglers.
G.LOOMIS SJR843 GL3
Jamie Robley | First Published: March 2007 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
The American made G.Loomis rods are known as some of the finest graphite rods in the world. Over the past 20 years many Aussies have found these rods to be perfect for a variety of lure casting situations.
Electric Glasses shock fishers
Tag | First Published: December 2006 » Regular Features / Testing Booth /
Over the years I have tried and tested many sunglasses so when the opportunity arose to test some Electric Visual Eyewear glasses I jumped at the chance.
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