cairns fishing tours: top shot
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Top Shot is a 43 foot O’Brien fly bridge cruiser, powered by twin 450hp C series Cummins diesel engines.
With a top speed of 30 knots and cruise speed of 22 knots, she is well known for excellent sea handling capabilities and with a dry and stable ride, she sets a benchmark for craft in her class. She is a fine fishing platform, with a wide, spacious and uncluttered Cockpit area allowing ample swing room for anglers, game chair and deckhand’s access to tag pole and wire.
The Top Shot is very responsive to throttle and rudder adjustments, she is superior in her ability to maneuver on fish big and small.
Electronic fit out is extensive and includes 2 radios, radar, and 2 navigation systems for pin point accuracy on fishing grounds. Twin sounders with dual frequency, sea temperature sensors, and a sophisticated underwater camera system is fitted for ultimate fish finding potential.
The air conditioned cabin and saloon plan, affords anglers indoor comforts. A complete view from the saloon invites instant response to any action in the cockpit.
Accommodation forward is four V berths. Lower V forms a double birth. Cabin also includes an additional double and single berth. The saloon has table and surround lounge seating on the port side with another lounge on the starboard side. Separate toilet and shower are housed in the cabin.
Three freezers and two fridges provide excellent refrigeration capabilities. Full galley, hot and cold water, microwave, television, video, hi–fi radio and CD player are all present for client comfort and satisfaction. Top Shot makes her own fresh water.
Top shot was built primarily for the Cairns Black Marlin charter industry. She is one of the finest examples of a 43 O’Brien Fly bridge Cruiser in the country. Born and bred for game fishing charters, the Top Shot is a true offshore sport and game fisher. Built by Peter O’Brien – Shipwright, Fisherman and Captain.
The O’Brien Craft have earned the reputation of being one the finest blue water craft in their class in the country.
Captain Ross Finlayson
Captain Ross Finlayson is a recognised leader in the parade of top marlin and sport fishing captains within Australia, with more than 18 years game fishing experience along the East Coast of Australia and international experience crewing on many top game boats world wide.
His world class game boats are fully equipped with the latest in electronics and navigational equipment and are complimented with the best in custom made tackle. His crewmen are amongst Australia’s finest.
He is knowledgeable in a wide range of techniques and environments and is skilled with tackle ranging from ultralight to unlimited including fly, spinning and conventional and is at home in rivers, estuaries, reefs and offshore.
With his passion for all fishing and consistent results produced for anglers from all over the world, he has established one of the most experienced and professional all round game fishing operations within Australia.
Ross resides year round in Cairns and if you are looking to fish with one of Australia’s best, contact the tour specialists and we will customise a charter to suit your fishing requirements and timeframe.
- 1998 :
- Caught 4 Black Marlin on fly in 1 day
- 1998 :
- Winner – International Fly Fishing Black Marlin Classic
- 1999 :
- Champion Angler – Lizard Island Tournament
- 2000 :
- Winner – Innisfail Light Tackle Tournament
- 2001 :
- Largest Black Marlin in the World Caught on Lure – weighed 1257lbs
- 2002 :
- Only 1000lb Marlin Weighed for the Season – 1177lbs
- 2003 :
- Caught 98 Black Marlin in Total for the Season
- 2003 :
- 17 Black Marlin caught over 700lbs+ – Largest est 1100lbs
- 2004 :
- Caught 105 Black Marlin for the Season – Most Caught Within the Cairns Game Fishing Fleet
- 2005 :
- Caught 92 Black Marlin for the Season – 2nd Most Caught Within the Cairns Game Fishing Fleet
- 2006 :
- Caught 103 Black Marlin for the Season – Most Caught Within the Cairns GameFishing Fleet
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