b'Small boats require less water Feature to float in and so beach launching becomes a more viable option for anglers.A big heavy two-tonne hard top on the sand might need a tractor for safer launching and a few people to manage, trust me I have been there and done that.Launching the Oceanpro centre console with just one mate on the sand is simple, a light boat is easy for a quick launch!Another important point to consider is the ability to park or store a smaller boat at home and you dont need to pay for those additional boat storage costs.I can easily fit a 5m sized boat down the side of the house behind a gate and off the street that is secure.Overall, going down in size to a smaller, modern designed console boat provides a lot of pluses for Kiwi A well kitted out smaller vessel suchanglers and we are fortunate there is as the Godzone Oceanpro 460 cannow a lot of options available on the foot it with the bigger boats. local market.A key benefit from fishing in a small boat is your fuel cost savings, by using a smaller outboard such as this 60hp Suzuki four-stroke.18FISHING IN GODZONE MAGAZINE'