Bluefin boats review

Bluefin Boats uses basic moderate deadrise aluminium hulls, to produce a boat at a price well below other supposed state-of-the-art fishing machines.

The Blue Fin 4. Its sleek curved windscreen and comfortable seating for up to five people makes it an excellent craft for either the family angler or a group out to seriously test their tackle. I found the Blue Fin to be comfortable, stable, and above all very easy to drive. Launching the craft from its Oceanic single axle trailer into the water was a straightforward event, and with three aboard we headed out on a fine, clear autumn afternoon. Blue Fin have obviously given priority to functionality in the layout of their Weekender Series of craft. The 4.

Bluefin boats review

Just wondering if anyone here either owns one or has any experience with a Bluefin Barracuda of any size by chance? I am looking at possibly buying one as they are great value compared to a Renegade or Outlaw and have a lot of inclusions with the package also. They seem like they are more common in Queensland but if that's where I have to go to get one at a good price then so be it. I cannot find a great deal in any searches I have done on Google or anything except for a few reviews saying the ride isn't that great due to their hull design but they were models so not sure if they've made improvements since then. I'm really just looking for the best value as I have a budget and they have a boat that is the layout I'm after and it comes with a lot more inclusions. Yes, a great hull, have you been down to Dinghy World to ask them, as they are the gaents for WA. Yeah most comments have been they're a good build but the ride could be a bit dodgy Earlier in the year before all the COVID kicked off I was looking at the Stacero Outlaw boats, but obviously dropped off once the pandemic took over because of all the uncertainty around the world. Well today I was contacted by the Stacer dealers asking if I was still looking because they are having sale. Not sure how to feel about the whole Evinrudeb right now though and how wthings will be effected with their decision last week.

Both are powered by a 6ohp yam 4strk tiller Very stable at rest, preforms unbelievablybeautifully fitted out!

Scorpion Cabin. Mt Maunganui 07 Morrinsville 07 Boat Reviews. This is a useful boat, handy for inshore sportfishing especially softbaiting , casting for trout and diving in particular, with heaps of potential for a top fishing layout. Following on from the success of their popular Bluefin HT, the Sportcraft Marine team have recently released their new Bluefin Offshore.

Two years ago we tested the Bluefin L; now we test the newer version and what is also another option added to that model range, the Lock-up Weekender. Back then, the conditions were perfect for boating, with a flat calm Auckland harbour; now, with almost the exact same weather, we look at the new model version. Freddy Foote reports. Bluefin is a brand of Sportcraft Boats Ltd. The Bluefin brand has enjoyed much success in the last decade, slowly building a strong presence in the market, gaining market share where other brands have fallen or moved into other markets.

Bluefin boats review

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I did not give them the destruction test, but the pockets felt distinctly less potent than aluminium. Well today I was contacted by the Stacer dealers asking if I was still looking because they are having sale. The're not the best boat out there but the finish and welding is definatly of a high standard. With a hardtop at your disposal , the cold chill creeping into the air needn't send your boating pleasure into hibernation for the winter. The 4. The anchor well and bow bollard were easily reached thanks to two specific features. The boarding ladder and rail will have wide family appeal. Thanks for the reply Mon, Thanks for the reply mate. What are your thoughts on these boats. Storage is always at a premium in a centre console. Somedays you will get drenched every where you go. Our boat, the Bluefin 5. Sit, though, and you are lowered until your vision is pretty well through mid windscreen. There is a fair amount of room aft of the forward seating for fishing pursuits, with the option of leaving the rear lounge in place or folding it down out of the way. Barracouta love things bright and shiny, as we found out when we put Sportcraft's new Bluefin Wheelhouse to the test off Tauranga.

It is no surprise to anyone that boats currently selling in any numbers are at the smaller — and of course cheaper — end of the scale.

Motor fitted Honda four stroke. And those fill-ins between the engine well and the side deck could be a tad wider to make leg support better. They are very blunt in the nose, You need to make sure you keep the weight well back in the boat to get the as much of the boat out of the water as possible. Digital Editions. The finish on the boat is outstanding and it was a real joy to take the boat out for its first run. It has an easily managed feel about it that would make a beginner comfortable. If you intend to do a lot of bay and offshore work, you need to spend the extra dollars on plate alloy or glass, or get a cabin. Any more info would be much Wed, Any more info would be much appreciated. At Bluefin Boats we love hearing about your journey, if you have a great story or picture please share it with us. Create new account Request new password. Re: Bluefin Boats No offence intended but is there a make that does not have faults as with floor rotting out. This test was conducted on the Brisbane River, because at the time there was a howling knot northerly chopping up Moreton Bay.