Matthew Jones

Reviews

Test: Innovision 616 Hardtop

Simon Minoprio was basically born on a boat, having been introduced to boating since he was all of three weeks old. He's been addicted ever since. He's also a professional sailor with an impressive resume (including winning the Sydney to Hobart Yacht Race IRCB Division), is a self-professed perfectionist and works as a marine electrician on super yachts.
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 Videos

VIDEO: How to tie a bowline knot

Every seadog worth his salt should have a repertoire of knots at his disposal. Being able to tie a bowline knot will not only make your boating more enjoyable, it will also make it safer too. We roped in Neil Murray, General Manager of boating education for New Zealand’s Coastguard to show us how to tie a bowline knot.
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 Reviews

Test: Senator RH770

When a commercial skipper went looking for a custom sports fishing machine for her charter business she chose a Senator RH770. Why? We sent Matthew Jones to Whitianga to find out.
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 Reviews

Test: Northcape 34

Hand-crafted with the utmost care and attention, the NorthCape 34 custom sports fisher is synonymous with serious game fishing, enjoyable diving, relaxed entertaining and living the family lifestyle dream. We’re confident she’ll capture your heart, soothe your senses and blow your mind.
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Test: Caribbean 24 Flybridge Sports Fisher

Looking for launch-like characteristics without the marina fees? Caribbean Boats may have just the answer in its 24 FBSF — one of the smallest flybridge models on the market. It fits on a trailer, has a great sports fishing pedigree and will keep the family more than happy for years to come.
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 Features

Destinations: Napier and Gisborne

When it comes to fishing and diving new destinations, the secret to success is local knowledge — unless you’re born lucky. Their secrets are normally closely guarded, but we gave Matthew Jones some beer money to persuade the friendly Napier and Gisborne locals…
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Test: Profile 940HW

Designed to be the ultimate fishing boat, Skyline is fully kitted out and leaves waves trembling in her wake. She looks impressive, but wait until you step on board...
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 Reviews

VIDEO: White Pointer 750 Targa Top

What do you get when you cross a beauty and a rampaging beast? Well, her name’s Haviti and she’s a brand new custom-built Targa Top model from White Pointer Boats. Matthew Jones took her for a blast before she was shipped off to bite the fertile fishing grounds of New Caledonia.
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