Thanks gents. I've seen larger boats outperform smaller ones with the exact same motor. There is obviously a lot in hull design. The modern hull designs seem much beamier with larger reverse chines compared to even 10 years ago. If I could keep my household (wife, kids, bills etc) ticking along with...

Hi all. I'm researching my next outboard purchase now. It will be new 4-stroke - a 50Hp (most likely) or 60Hp (possibly) with forward controls for my Quintrex 390 Hornet Trophy. I like slower action fly rods but faster responding boats :yeahhh: Top speed is not of particular interest, but my little ...

Hi Ian, From your Bio you’d be a good man to know when my outboards fail! However I replaced two of them this year, so hopefully I have five years trouble-free running. (Fingers crossed!). I do have a question though. I read somewhere recently that I should let them idle for a minute before explodi...

Hi All. New member here from Brisbane, Australia. I've dabbled with fly fishing a few times over the past 30 years but now my kids are adult age, I have more time for my own interests. Presently practicing casting and making my boat fly fishing ready. Really looking forward to this journey. Cheers.