New HUMMINBIRD side scan sonar and 3D down imaging has been installed.!!!
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. New sonar and down imaging was supplied by Trotac Marine through Johnson Outdoors. 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
- 3D Color Down Imaging
- 12” GPS Plotter – on bridge
- Side scan sonar
- 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
- On board cleaning station.
Comfort:
- Fully equipped heads with shower (hot and cold water) and push button electronic flush toilet
- Well equipped galley, including combination Wallas 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
- Computer/printer with internet service
- 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.
*Trips will be cancelled at any time if the owner feels the weather is unsafe and alternate arrangements will be made.