The key approach was to start the Yamaha quietly and return to position without alarming the fish, allowing us to work the shallows by casting. Once the sun emerged, Geoff prepared the drone for flight while I drove to capture high- quality images of the Game Fisher. The 770 XL is a serious offshore boat for those big adventures and has an under-floor fuel tank that holds 400L, with water ballast of 530L. With all the impressive tech and amazing extras fitted on this prize boat, the fortunate winner will fall in love with it and dream of all the possibilities the boat will provide. Just make sure you drop in to the Auckland Showgrounds from the 14th – 17th May, you must be there to enter and win it. Good luck! 56 FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE Tested 770 XL GAME FISHER • Overall length 7700mm • Hull thickness 6mm • Side thickness 4mm • Beam 2500mm • Deadrise 20deg • Approx tow weight 2510kg • Recommended HP 200-350 • Under floor fuel tank 400L • Water ballast 530L Specs Surtees 770 XL Game Fisher The Yamaha 350 4.3L V6 includes the impressive Helm Master EX System with Joystick, Digital Electronic Controls and push button start. It is a lucky boat, as the writer scored a 70cm snapper on just his second cast at the Rurima Islands. VIDEO: View boat in action
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