Editor's Note: Deep Thoughts
April 2008
The April Offshore Fishing issue will get you hooked on 20 exciting new offshore fishing boats. Check out which rods, reels and lures made the grade during one productive Key West fishing trip. Discover how women are getting in on the fishing action and coming up with some big catches. See showcases on Azure’s 298 bowrider, South Bay’s 927 CPTR pontoon, Tige’s RZ4 family towboat and Yamaha’s hardcore 212X wakeboarding boat. Plus, discover how to find the fishing hotspots — especially when they keep moving, build a better berth on your cruiser, 10 easy eco-friendly tips, four easy steps to replacing sacrificial anodes, getting your young anglers to join in on your offshore fishing action, and much more!
Features
Gear And Clothing In Las Vegas
As your attorney might advise you — a 10-day stint in Las Vegas to check out the latest and greatest in boating and fishing equipment can be fraught with peril, but if you do it right, the results can be rewarding.
As your attorney might advise you — a 10-day stint in Las Vegas to check out the latest and greatest in boating and fishing equipment can be fraught with peril, but if you do it right, the results can be rewarding.
She's Got Game
Who ever said women couldn't fish? Discover how they're getting in on the action and coming out with some pretty big catches by attending 'Ladies, Let's Go Fishing' events.
Who ever said women couldn't fish? Discover how they're getting in on the action and coming out with some pretty big catches by attending 'Ladies, Let's Go Fishing' events.
Hang Time
The new 212X is anything but your typical runabout — Yamaha's first hardcore wakeboarding boat will have you catching "mad" air like a pro.
The new 212X is anything but your typical runabout — Yamaha's first hardcore wakeboarding boat will have you catching "mad" air like a pro.
The Deep End
Those looking to frolic in the pelagic playground of the wild blue yonder should hook up with one of these 2008 offshore fishing rigs.
Those looking to frolic in the pelagic playground of the wild blue yonder should hook up with one of these 2008 offshore fishing rigs.
Wild West Shootout
It's a high noon showdown in Key West, and 106 fish can't be wrong. Check out which lures they like best, and learn what rods and reels make the grade.
It's a high noon showdown in Key West, and 106 fish can't be wrong. Check out which lures they like best, and learn what rods and reels make the grade.
Departments
Classic Boat: Back In Action
When Leah Glowacki’s dad brought the family’s 1960 Volksboat back to life, she got to relive one of her fondest childhood memories.
When Leah Glowacki’s dad brought the family’s 1960 Volksboat back to life, she got to relive one of her fondest childhood memories.
Hands-On: Let It Shine
With these 20 steps, your boat will look like new again and be ready to hit the water for spring.
With these 20 steps, your boat will look like new again and be ready to hit the water for spring.
Smart Boater: Going Green
With these 10 easy and eco-friendly tips, you can help keep the environment healthy for future generations.
With these 10 easy and eco-friendly tips, you can help keep the environment healthy for future generations.
Family Time: Summer Schoolie
If you've got adventurous young kids who want to join the offshore fishing action, then mahi-mahi will provide some real thrills for small-fry anglers.
If you've got adventurous young kids who want to join the offshore fishing action, then mahi-mahi will provide some real thrills for small-fry anglers.
Boat Tales: Swiss Navy Boat
If you need a boat that can do everything - hang the cost - the Swiss have the answer to your prayers.
If you need a boat that can do everything - hang the cost - the Swiss have the answer to your prayers.
Boat Craft Q&A: Pulling Wires
Want to replace your old stereo with a brand-new one? There's an easy way to sort through all those colored wires.
Want to replace your old stereo with a brand-new one? There's an easy way to sort through all those colored wires.
Do It Yourself: Replacing Sacrificial Anodes
If you're like many people who keep their boats in the water, you may be neglecting to periodically replace your sacrificial anodes.
If you're like many people who keep their boats in the water, you may be neglecting to periodically replace your sacrificial anodes.
Back To Basics: Fishing The Tides
Fish move with the tides constantly in search of food, but to predict where they might be, you need to know what tide phase is best for each spot.
Fish move with the tides constantly in search of food, but to predict where they might be, you need to know what tide phase is best for each spot.
Tow Vehicle Test: Supersize It
Toyota's Tundra CrewMax SR5 4x4 offers passengers more than enough room to get the good times rolling.
Toyota's Tundra CrewMax SR5 4x4 offers passengers more than enough room to get the good times rolling.
Cruising: Building A Better Berth
If you want an at-home mood on board, try these easy-to-do improvements to transform a boring berth into a sailing sanctuary.
If you want an at-home mood on board, try these easy-to-do improvements to transform a boring berth into a sailing sanctuary.
Impressions
Large And In Charge
Azure's behemoth 298 Bowrider may look intimidating, but once you get behind the wheel, it's smooth sailing.
Azure's behemoth 298 Bowrider may look intimidating, but once you get behind the wheel, it's smooth sailing.
Eye Of The Tigé
The new RZ4 is an excellent family towboat that offers a solid design with some gee-whiz features you won't find on any other V-drive.
The new RZ4 is an excellent family towboat that offers a solid design with some gee-whiz features you won't find on any other V-drive.
More Than A Memory
There are plenty of amazing features on South Bay's custom 927 CPTR pontoon, but it's the story behind the boat that makes it special.
There are plenty of amazing features on South Bay's custom 927 CPTR pontoon, but it's the story behind the boat that makes it special.
