New equipment being installed over the winter. Sonar side imaging and more. Check for updates.
Our vessel, The Rig, is a fully refitted 42-foot Bertram offshore sport fisher, equipped with state-of-the art navigation and fish-finding technology. Powered by twin diesel engines, it has a cruising speed of 16–19 km/h (10–12 mph) and a top speed of 48 km/h (30 mph). The interior has been fully updated to offer comfortable, stylish accommodations and entertainment features.
Navigation and Fish Finding:
- Radar
- Fish finder – on bridge
- 12” GPS Plotter – on bridge
- GPS Plotter/fish finder in cockpit
- Live fish wells – to keep your catch fresh (see gallery)
- Electric downriggers
Safety:
- 2 DSC VHF Radios
- Emergency handheld GPS and VHF radio
- Floatation devices for youth and adults
- Upgraded state-of-the-art fire extinguishing system
- All required safety equipment which meets and exceeds coastguard standards
- Experienced skippers and deck hands who know the waters around Sooke and Juan De Fuca Strait.
Other Equipment:
- 8 kilowatt generator
- Independent ice maker
- Outdoor BBQ fueled by 1 pound propane bottles
Comfort:
- Fully equipped heads with shower (hot and cold water) and push button electronic flush toilet
- Well equipped galley, including combination stove top/heater, fridge/freezer, microwave/convection oven, coffee maker, toaster, electric fry pan, a variety of pots and pans and all dishes and utensils
- Relaxing main cabin with couch which makes into a double bed, easy chairs and a multimedia entertainment centre:
- Blu-ray and DVD player,
- 40" LCD TV,
- Stereo with adapter for iPhones and mps players.
So bring your favorite movie or game player.
The Rig will be back in the water around the first of May. 2012 reservations are now being taken. Book early to avoid disappointment
*Trips will be cancelled at any time if the skipper feels the weather is unsafe and full refunds will be made.