Bow 2 Stern - Queensland's Free Boating Publication - Issue 8

Bow 2 Stern Online Magazine February Issue 2010

Cruisecat
Cruisecat Marine's latest model with the huge rear deck has certainly turned some heads. The first thing you notice on the latest model Cruisecat is the abundance of space on the rear deck, ideal for both entertaining and fishing in comfort. The Cruisecat’s proud new owner particularly liked the design of the hull and wanted a boat capable of overnight stays on the outer reef. He also wanted plenty of space, to be geared up for some serious fish...
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Dangerous Marine Critters
By Rosemary Jilderts Our Great Barrier Reef waters are home to many beautiful creatures that present no danger when we venture into their habitat; however, there are a number that can cause injury ranging from mild skin irritations to, in rare cases, death. To enjoy your time with us in Queensland in safety it is wise to be able to recognise them so that you can avoid them and in the unfortunate event of a sting or bite you will know how to administer first aid. With knowledge com...
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New Ireland silvertips - Papua New Guinea
By Tony Karacsonyi Kavieng, in Papua New Guinea’s New Ireland Province, is fast emerging as one of the best places in PNG to go scuba diving, sportfishing and sailing. Kavieng has a fascinating WWII history, as the allies engaged in a massive air offensive, against the Japanese, from February 11 to February 15, 1944. The allies attempted a new low-flying, bombing strategy with B25 Mitchell bombers, but lost many planes to Japanese anti-aircraft fire and exploding fue...
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Bowen - gem of the Coral Coast
By Rosemary Jilderts Baz Luhrmann’s film Australia may have put Bowen on the map for many overseas moviegoers but in the minds of some Aussies as well as some international visitors who have stumbled across this little gem, the town has been well and truly on the map for a long time. Bowen has had a reputation for a number of things. Fishing. The Bowen Special Mango. Fishing. Tasty tomatoes and, of course, not to be forgotten ... Fishing. But th...
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The Trailer... in Trailerboats - Part Six - Tank-slappers, circumventing the Big Sway!
By Barry Tyler The issue of the dangers of towing large boats on our roads is always brought home when someone is involved in an accident whilst towing a large cruiser. The old saying ‘the bigger they are the harder they fall’ becomes so very poignant for when it comes to a big rig there are so many other influences within and outside of the actual rig – that contribute to the potential for disaster. Road conditions, wind, rain, weight, balance, experience...
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Threading a needle crossing a bar
By Barry Tyler A recent article in Multihull World magazine was a timely reminder, not only for myself, but for all ‘bar-crossers’ – if in doubt, do not proceed. Most bar crossing advice in this day and age pontificates almost ad nauseam on the right and wrong ways of crossing a bar, what to look for, what to do and where to go but the poignant reality is none of this advice no matter how well intended and explained – can ever truly ...
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Building, refitting or upgrading a boat - Audio Visual and Entertainment Systems
By Martin Burling It is amazing how our lifestyles are changing these days. Fifteen to 20 years ago, we went out on our boats, detached ourselves from land with no more than a radio or a few music cassette tapes on board. Now a days, the vast majority of boats over seven metres (or 23ft) have stereo and television systems fitted. Many boaties now like to enjoy an entertainment system on board as well at home. With a plethora of products and so much market...
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As Metal as Anything
By Gordon Macdonald These days, more anglers are finding themselves travelling further offshore for their piscatorial relief. As historically productive grounds receive increased angling pressure due to the closure of productive areas resulting from the implementation of Green Zones, anglers are venturing further out in search of quality fish. This deeper water has demanded that anglers rethink their fishing methods. Probing the depths has opened up new fishing techniques ...
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Bougainville Reef
By David Jones of the Queensland Maritime Museum Late in 1766 Louis-Antoine de Bougainville set out from Nantes in the frigate La Boudeuse to seek new lands in the Pacific for the glory of his native France. After 18 months he had visited Tahiti, Samoa and the New Hebrides where he continued west for the great south land, hinted at by earlier voyagers and speculated about in scientific circles in Europe. On June 6, 1768 Bougainville suddenly found himself confronted...
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