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Posted by Neville Haglund <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Neville+Haglund' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 2/5/2013, 6:59 pm

I'm about to move to Papamoa Beach in the Bay of Plenty and intend purchasing a Quad Bike as a fishing machine.Does anyone have any pics of one set up for this,ie rocket launches,rod spike holders,bait board,chilly bin,live bait tank, etc etc.I've heard about some but haven't actually seen one in the flesh so to speak.
Thanks.

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Posted by steveinwellington <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=steveinwellington' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 3/5/2013, 12:16 pm, in reply to "Quad Bikes"

I use a quad in the wairarapa all the time. i have 2 rod holders and 2 beach spike holders for my 2 metre beach spiles. The rest is big decks at front and back. Normally chilli bin on the back and tackle box on front. bucket hangs over the rod holders. I use side of front deck for bait board. keep it simple as you can rather over complicate things. I do use a little ligthweight trailer from time to time if i need to cart extra gear or taking a passenger. I will upload a pic of my setup. Cheers Steve

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Posted by Mike B <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Mike+B' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 3/5/2013, 8:25 pm, in reply to "Quad Bikes"

Neville when you get to Papamoa give me a call 5748090 i should be able to help out, cheers Mike.

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Posted by Neville Haglund <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Neville+Haglund' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 4/5/2013, 10:16 am, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"

Thanks Steve,
Some pics would be fantastic.Haven't decided between a Honda TRX 420 or a Suzuki KingQuad 300 or 400.Any thoughts??

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Will do ,much appreciated ,.As I told Steve haven't decided on which one to buy yet.Honda TRX420 or Suzuki KingQuad 300 or 400.Being only 75 kg's I feel more comfortable on the Suzuki 300, Any thoughts ?

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Posted by Mike B <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Mike+B' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 4/5/2013, 1:00 pm, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"

Really it's personal choice within our surfcasting club there is quite a range so perhaps don't do anything until we catch up, i have a Kawasaki 300 that has never let me down but others have Hondas and Suzuki's etc, the other thing to consider for Papamoa Beach is you will need to register the bike and get a council permit, not a major but just another hassle, we can point you in the right direction there as well.

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Thanks mate,
Yes I am aware of the permit and registration requirements.We are exactly one K from the ramp at Karewa parade.What's the name of the surfcasting club and does it have a web site by any chance ??

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Neville, here is a pic with my dad on the bike. This is my kawasaki KLF 300 which I have now upgraded to a Suzuki 300 with 4x4. I have put bigger front and rear decks on the suzuki but otherwise the setup is the same. I also normally have a bigger chilli bin on the back (To fit the big fish !). I just put one stretchy over the chill bin and one over the front tacklebox. The rod and spikle holders are all on a frame which attaches to the bike with 2 bolts so easy to take off. I use downpipe for the holders, The rod ones have a bolt through the bottom to stop the rod slipping right through. It is a pretty basic setup but does the job for me. Cheers Steve

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Posted by Mike B <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Mike+B' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 5/5/2013, 9:33 am, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"

Hi Neville Western Bay Surfcasting club, just google us we are also on facebook, any assistance you need give us a call.

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Thanks very much Steve,I'm starting to get my head around it now I've seen the pic.

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Will do ,thanks again

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Posted by Phill <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Phill' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 5/5/2013, 6:01 pm, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"
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A lit of Mule type off road vehicles are being used down this way . I think the side by side seating is appealing .

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I'll have a good look around once I'm down there.thanks

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Posted by roybop <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=roybop' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 6/5/2013, 11:45 am, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"

I use my Honda TRX350 Fourtrax on Papamoa Beach and Pikowai etc. Legendary Honda reliability and build. Got it rigged very similar to that picture in the above posting and works just fine for me.
As Mike B said you will get lots of help and advice from our WBSC members. Cheers

A woman who has never seen her husband fishing,
doesn't know what a patient man she married !

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Thanks mate,
Do they still make that particular model.Brochure I have has a TRX250 and then goes up to the TRX 420 which I felt was a little big.
I can see it now,I Rock On up the beach with my two Snapper outfits,a Kahawai surface / bait catching out fit,a Kingie live bait outfit, and a Kingie top water stick bait outfit and get Laughed Off the beach.Fortunately I'm retired so hopefully no one will see me lol.

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Posted by Phill <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=Phill' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 6/5/2013, 9:27 pm, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"
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I had serious look at at Polaris they had a Feilddays special for $9000.00 . That old second hand stuff scares the crap out of me.
I have to say quads can open up a much larger fishing area.

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Posted by roybop <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/surfcasting/info/user=roybop' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 7/5/2013, 7:27 am, in reply to "Re: Quad Bikes"

No idea if the TRX350 is still made. I purchased mine which is a 2001 model off of TradeMe several years ago. Sounds like you will need to fit plenty of rod carrier tubes on the back though !
Camouflaged with yellow paint and maybe nobody will spot you on Papamoa beach

A woman who has never seen her husband fishing,
doesn't know what a patient man she married !

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