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	THE QUEST For several years, BlueWater's editor has been pursuing the world records for wahoo and Pacific sailfish on 4kg tackle. He recently teamed up with Bill Boyce and headed to Matava Resort in Fiji for the latest attempt. Their adventure illustrates the excitement and strategies that develop in a challenge that puts everything on the line.
	YEAR OF THE BLUEFIN In late June this year, an unprecedented wave of enormous southern bluefin tuna hit the coast of NSW and South Australia. Off Merimbula, in southern NSW, the tuna arrived in force, and several boats were lucky enough to find them. The catches that resulted are rewriting the Australian and world record books.
	OVER ON THE DARK SIDE Longliners are regarded by many as the arch enemy that strips the ocean of its large pelagics. But what really goes on? Alistair McGlashan joins one to find out.
	PRODUCT REVIEW BillfishJuice tablets Ever had a marlin peruse your lure, then head off unconvinced? This new product may deliver you a much better result.
	KONA GOLD The Hawaiian International Billfish Tournament is one of the world's foremost gamefishing events. Tim Simpson looks at its 50-year history.
	COLD-WATER PREDATORS: PORBEAGLE AND SALMON SHARKS The porbeagle is a close relative of the mako and may be much more common than you first thought. Take a closer look.
	THE HISTORY OF SKIRTED LURES Part 4 – The Mold Craft revolution Soft trolling lures are now a popular option with many manufacturers. Jim Rizzuto explains where it all began.
	CREATURES OF THE DEEP Daggertooth To the small pelagic fish of the open ocean, this predator is a nightmare come true. Lucky we don't live in the depths!
	SMOKE AND MIRRORS TopGun Lures – Nightmare Ball Bearing A revolution in skirted trolling lures, this innovative design uses a sealed ball bearing to enable the lure to tune itself.
	LIKE TO FEEL YOUNG AGAIN? Boston Whaler 280 Outrage and 285 Conquest Two new adventure-machines from a brand that delivers proven ocean performance in hulls that come with the added security of a built-in unsinkable life raft. David Lockwood took them offshore and discovered thrills that returned him to his youth.
	TOWER POWER Ever been up in a tower? Capt Bill Billson reveals what you're missing and offers great guidance on what to look for when installing your own.
	CUT THROUGH THE CHOP Formosa 580 Tomahawk Centre Cab This 6m plate alloy centre cabin is beamy, stable and dry. It's built for strength and offers custom options.
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