Modern Toys for High-Tech Fishing
Few activities evoke the allure of old-school island vacations as much as a relaxing afternoon spent in a rowboat with the rod and reel, and for a lucky few, proudly frying up the day’s catch for a homespun dinner. But with new high-tech tools on the market geared towards making amateur fishing more effective than ever, even neophytes stand a chance at a making a prize-winning catch.
To start with the one essential piece of equipment for the sport fisherman, fishing rods come in a variety of styles and sizes, from all-natural bamboo to modern fibreglass or graphite shafts. One of the models currently gaining acclaim is the tough graphite rod manufactured by Setyr, a company based out of Oregon. While strong and flexible graphite is considered the most cutting-edge material for rods, many anglers found that these rods lacked backbone and were just a little too limber. Setyr solved this problem with a graphite-resin compound custom tailored to the needs of sport fishers, and their extensive lines of fresh and saltwater rods have taken the market by storm.
There are regions of the world where weather isn’t just a topic for polite conversation, but a life or death matter. Hurricanes, tropical storms or blizzards can be serious concerns for island owners in remote areas, as they are both likely to be more affected, and possibly hours away from any emergency support systems. Designed for small-plane airstrips, private weather stations are the most accurate way of keeping track of your local weather when it matters most.
Perfect for recreational fun or even short-distance island transportation, this ingenious foldable canoe makes moving and storage a snap. Developed by an outdoors enthusiast who was frustrated with the awkward size of conventional watercraft, the Instaboat folds completely flat and can easily be tucked away when not in use. Composed of durable and lightweight aluminium and neoprene, the unsinkable boat can be unfolded and ready for use in just two minutes, and has an optional-use detachable 2hp motor. Ideal for portage, at only 30kg the boat can easily be carried by a single individual and has a capacity of about three average-sized adults. The Instaboat is a perfect sport fishing vessel, and as an added measure of safety, cannot be sunk even when filled with water.
Not all islands come with sandy beaches for swimming or safe areas to dive. Swim Rafts are an affordable addition to any island living experience. Your floating swim raft can easily be placed in the deepest area for maximum diving safety and can easily be anchored for maximum portability. Place the raft in easy view of your island home to keep an eye on the kids or anchor it in a calmer area for better fishing.
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