Fishing & Boating Products

Tuff Tackle have the best rods and reels I have seen and the good bit is they are assembled in Melbourne from parts manufactured here, in Japan and China. Maintaining good quality control of the product is a key factor says Tuff Tackle owner Simon Ball, we are sick of hearing from fishermen that tell us they paid a small fortune for other major branded products only to have them strip a gear in the reel due to poor manufacturing and virtually no quality control. We are key believers that if you make a product it has to be of the highest quality and that your reputation is based on product quality, service and price. We stand right behind all our products and look forward to a long relationship with the River to Reef TV show. This is a good place for all to see how good our range is and how our products stand up. www.tufftackle.com.au

High Quality Tackle At Cheaper Than Shop Prices

Having rods and reels is one thing but not much use unless you have line and terminal tackle to match. Rig Master Tackle is passionate about fishing and again was sick and tired of poor quality high priced tackle and decided to do something about it. They searched the world for high quality low priced products for all fishermen. Keeping costs down and quality up for the end user was a major factor says Dean from Rig Master, as a keen angler myself I know just how much you can spend in a tackle store to feed your passion, one of the ways we keep costs low is we don’t have a store front, all our products are here in our on-line store, we have thousands of members who benefit by purchasing from us direct, its free to become a member, just join on-line and we offer heavy discounts, you will be surprised how much you save. We have members who tell us they will never buy from a retail shop again. www.RigMasterTackle.com

The Perfect Fishing Shirt

At last a 24/7 loose fitting 50% UV reduction fishing shirt in a range of coulours. Keen ‘fishos’, boaters and campers Robbie and Susan Wells were sick of the clothing options available that offered adequate sun protection. The traditional wet shirt of rashies were too clingy, restrictive, unflattering and so hot when dry. The alternative was the large pocketed cotton fishing type shirt which proved very uncomfortable when wet.  Eight months, 30 fabrics and countless sunburns later, they have come up with a new generation high performance fabric. It offers 50+ UV protection (UVP) in all colours, can be worn wet or dry and is certified by the Australian body governing UV testing. These are the first wet and dry leisure shirts available anywhere. The Fishculture 50+ UVP shirt has a fish measurer on the sleeve to check your catch & there is a range of coulours. The other is Sun2Sea 50+ outdoor leisure shirt. www.sun2sea.com.au

Dont Loose That Fish Next To The Boat

Makers of super high quality gaffs, nets, tag poles and other fishing products, with the factory located in Melbourne andset up with quality machinery and well trained passionate staff. Mick and Jim (the owners) say it’s important to have a range of tough Aussie made products of the Highest Standard. This is one of the areas that Mick felt was lacking when he started and one that he intends to keep as the number 1 priority. Hookem Fishing focuses not only on having well made products at competitive prices but also a High Standard of Customer Service. For any advice you may need please contact your nearest stockist or any ideas you may have will be welcomed by Mick or Jim and they are more than happy to have a chat with you. Mick has been involved in the developing of all the products from the very beginning so just give him a call on 0427 184 794 or send him an email at mick@hookem.com.au www.hookem.com.au

Suzuki’s Fuel-Efficient, High Performance, New Generation DF40A/DF50A – on their way to Australia

Suzuki has announced the launch of two new fuel-efficient and high performance four stroke outboard motors – the new generation DF40A and DF50A.

The new models were unveiled at the Miami International Boat Show and boast a host of technical features that combine to give them increased fuel efficiency and performance, while weighing less and fitting more compactly on the transom – all of which are qualities that today’s boaters are demanding.

Starting is a breeze, with Suzuki’s Easy Start System. Turn the key once and the engine automatically turns over, coming to life at your command. Once underway, Suzuki’s advanced Lean Burn Control technology takes full advantage of sensors monitoring engine performance and ambient environmental conditions. Using this input, the Lean Burn Control accurately predicts engine needs to provide the fuel injection system with just the right mixture of air and fuel, delivering optimal fuel efficiency.

Initial tests have shown that these two new generation outboards use 23% less fuel than the current 40 and 50 models, mainly in the cruising range, which is where the engine is used for the majority of the time.

Both of these new outboards are based on the Suzuki’s proven in-line three-cylinder dual overhead cam (DOHC) 12-valve engine with a highly efficient air intake system, which comes into effect in the high RPM range. With 941 cm³ of displacement, multi-point sequential electronic fuel injection, these engines respond quickly and confidently to every move of the throttle, particularly when accelerating from cruising speeds. All of this technology combines to provide quiet and efficient operation as well as exhilarating performance. For example, the Suzuki engineers are pleased to report that the new DF50 is 6% faster in their top speed and 26% quicker in acceleration than the current Suzuki models.

When designing these new engines, Suzuki’s engineers also paid close attention to durability. Internal oil flow is more efficient, keeping moving parts better lubricated while using less energy. These new engines also feature Suzuki’s maintenance-free oil-bathed timing chain, which will give boaters years of dependable service. This is the first time this feature has ever been offered in the 40 and 50 horsepower class.

The compact size and light weight of the new DF40 and DF50 make them an ideal power match for a wide variety of boats, including; FRP pleasure boats, fishing boats, small RIBs and aluminium boats. In particular these new outboards will be ideal for entry level boating.

According to Greg Haines, of Haines Suzuki Marine, “Suzuki are always moving forward and continuing to develop our product range to meet the needs of our customers. With these two new models Suzuki is bringing serious advantages in fuel-efficiency and performance to a key sector of the Australian and New Zealand boating market.”

The new engines should reach Australian and New Zealand shores around August 2010.

STOP CORROSION! STOP SIEZING! STOP GALLING!

HAVE YOU TRIED Tef-Gel? THEN WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR!

This series on River to Reef we highlight a fantastic product that every one from fishermen, Scuba Divers and Boaties should use.
It’s a safe product to use for you and importantly the environment!

It’s also very versatile so whilst its white, you can also paint over it!

Tef-Gel is designed to prevent corrosion and rust seizing between dis-similar metals. Tef-Gel is effectively a lubricant which will make servicing your precious equipment a breeze.

Importantly to us fishing folk it wont break down in salt water or detergents. Tef-Gel also has no expiry date so it wont go hard, be in-effective or wasted like so many other products.

After showcasing this product in our show, the more we learnt the more we were amazed by Tef-Gel’s multitude of uses.

Tef-Gel™ is derived from a specially formulated Teflon paste and is used in high corrosive environments to ensure serviceability & presentation of assembled hardware.

Tef-Gel™ is designed to perform in areas of Rust Prevention, Corrosion Elimination & as an Anti Seize Lubricant.

Tef-Gel™ was developed using aerospace industry experience, it will eliminate –

- BLISTERING, CORROSION, RUST, GALLING and SEIZING of hardware in corrosive environments.

It can be used in all weather conditions! The amazing composition is derived from a specially formulated PTFE paste.

Whether it swivels, slips or slides, Tef-Gel™ will protect it.

It is used by the most demanding professionals, including major equipment manufacturers, mining companies, rigging companies & shipbuilders to name a few. It is now available to all of you at home.

To find out more check out their website – www.tefgel.com.au or call 07 4946 5430