03-14-2002, 05:23 AM
G'day one and all. Well the jet lag has gone and I have my BOOYAA shorts on as I sit here and type the good news. I love em to death!<br><br>Had a real ball at the Ho Show and my thanks to Mike R and many others who made it even better with their friendship and warm hospitality.. We are definately heading back in 2003 with a Demon Tackle Booth at the Long Beach Show that is for sure... <br><br>Big news dudes and here it is.<br><br>Based on discussions with a number of interested SoCal anglers while I was at Long Beach, I have organised a special fishing trip so that US anglers come down under and tangle with some real yellowtail from up to 120 lb. Yep, that's what I said, up to 120 lb. <br><br>Read on!<br> <br>When? late Oct/early Nov 2002 - exact dates are subject to moon phases and I will advise you on that shortly.<br>Who with: Well known SoCal Capt Rick Pollick<br>Boat: "Pursuit" 53 ft Sporfisher game boat. http://www.demonjigs.com/images/Pursuit.jpg<br>Port Location: Whakatane - New Zealand.<br>How long? 5 fulll fishing days <br>Fish Species: YT, Hapuka, Sea Trout, Yellowfin Tuna, Marlin and others.<br>Max boat numbers? 6 anglers only. Live aboard for the duration of the fishing trip. <br>Cost per angler: $150 USD per day per angler and that includes all food and soft drinks. Does not include overnight stay in Auckland to toss off the jet lag if needed. <br><br>Transfer from Auckland to the boat port will be costed by me shortly and would suggest driving down (in a mini van) as one option. <br>Tackle: HD Stand up minimum 80lb line with a two speed 6/0 reel. 4 outfits available plus gimble and harness sets. Bring your own gear needed x 2.<br>Tour Leader: The MJB - Oz<br>Average airfare cost to Auckland NZ via LAX? $700-800 USD return. Check with your travel agent for specials, including a group booking. <br>Flight time? to NZ via LAX - 12 hours non stop. <br><br>Get you hand up "fast" for this trip because we are going to bust some real serious yellowtail. Two groups are already booked, locked and loaded. <br><br>Weather permitting, we will also run out to the legendary "Ranfurley Banks" to fish on some other big NZ fish bruisers like giant sea bass.. <br><br>Also start going to the gym and pump some major weights. Why? Because you will need all the help you can get when these 4X YT hit your stand up gear. They will have you begging for mercy let me tell ya!<br><br>Serious anglers with a more than serious interest in this trip should get back to me ASAP with Q's via this post as this trip will fill fast. <br><br>A 20% deposit will also be required to secure your spot on the boat once dates are accepted and finalised.. <br><br>Don't forget to "pass the word" on to others if your not able to go. <br><br>Burnin Thumbs!<br><br>Steve B <br>Mod-Lures/Baits & Oz Boards<br><A HREF="http://www.demonjigs.com" target="_new">http://www.demonjigs.com</A>