Surtees Boats, a leading name in the marine industry, is thrilled to announce an exciting change in its operations. With our lease ending in Tauranga, at the Hewletts Road site, we have decided to relocate our sales yard back to our headquarters in Whakatane. This move aligns with our goal of finding a more suitable location that can cater to a comprehensive Surtees Service Centre & Hub.

Surtees Boats will continue to deliver exceptional customer care and service. Our commitment to our valued clients remains unwavering, and we will ensure that our high standards of quality and service are maintained throughout this transition.

Looking to the future, we are also eagerly planning to establish a comprehensive Surtees Service Centre & Hub in the Tauranga region. This hub will cater to all our customers' needs, including servicing, retrofitting, and more. We are actively seeking the perfect location to create this state-of-the-art facility, which will further enhance our service capabilities and accessibility for our valued clients.

This relocation is part of our ongoing efforts to evolve and thrive in a competitive industry landscape. We are confident that this move will ultimately benefit our customers and position us for continued success.

For more information about Surtees Boats and our products, please visit https://www.surteesboats.com/.

Tips on jigging from the Bayfisher 5.8 GF

Here it is! The long-fall slow-pitch technique video from New Zealand's pioneer and foremost expert and NZ Bay Fisher staffer Paul Chen. Watch as he show’s me how it’s done. We (Paul) have been writing about this for the last few years, importing our own jigs from Japan.

A few good tips on how to care for your Surtees.

Michaels cleaning tips for his gear and on his 6.1 game fisher. I use inox on all my rod guides and reels after a day out. I never hose my reels. I just wipe them over with a wet chamois. I use plexus on all my seat trim.

Catch a Surtees at the 2014 Tauranga Boat Expo

The 2014 Tauranga boat expo starts tomorrow. The factory will be at the show with a great range on display and ready to answer any technical questions. Kids entry is free so bring the family. We hope to see you there.

Brisbane Boat Show 2014

In 2014 the Brisbane Boat Show will celebrate 54 years of showcasing the latest that Queensland’s trailer boat marine industry has to offer.

Auckland On Water Boat Show 2014

2014 marks the 16th annual running of the Auckland On Water Boat Show (formerly the Auckland International Boat Show). Held in Auckland’s magnificent Viaduct Harbour over four days, this is New Zealand’s largest on-water boat show.

The Club Marine Mandurah Boat Show 2014

Mandurah Offshore Fishing & Sailing Club, Mandurah Ocean Marina

Surtees 6.1 Game Fisher Review - Australia's Greatest Boats 2014

Check out the mighty Surtees 6.1 Game Fisher (Bar Crusher in New Zealand). This is the boat that made Surtees famous!

Surtees 4.85 Workmate Review - Trailer Boat

“The little boat that punched well above its weight – that's how the judges felt about this tough little Kiwi workhorse. It didn't have the sophistication or grunt of the big boys but it left a hell of an impression on all who drove it.”

Surtees 5.8 Game Fisher Review - Club Marine

“Like all other Surtees models, the 5.8 comes with the company’s famous ballasted keel system that, on this model, can hold an impressive 340lt of water. Open up the adjustable ballast gate when at rest and it makes the boat ultra stable and, once underway, it drains out.

Surtees 8.5 Game Fisher Review - Boating New Zealand

“Six through-gunwale rodholders are set up for trolling and there are sinker holders in the coamings to keep heavy sinkers from swinging around while re-baiting when bottom fishing. They also serve as cup holders. A nice detail is the small nozzle on the bait station – perfect for rinsing bait-covered...

Surtees 8.5 Game Fisher Review - Trade-A-Boat

“Unleashing the 300 horses bolted to the stern and pushing the big Surtees way past the realms of recreational use was no issue for the solid hull.”

Surtees 8.5 Game Fisher Review - Trailerboat Fisherman

“The Game Fisher 8.5 contains Surtees’ signature features like the non-pounding, super deep V hull and unique stabilising ballast technology.

Surtees 4.85 Workmate Review - Trade-A-Boat

Trade-A-Boat senior boat tester, John "Bear" Willis heads to one of his favourite secret fishing spots in Tamboon Inlet, in eastern Victoria. The rig of choice is the Surtees 4.85 Workmate, a former entrant in the Australia's Greatest Boats mega shootout that came close to taking out the top spot.

Surtees 4.85 Workmate Review - Club Marine

“For a boat that measures just under 5m, the 4.85 delivers the feel of a bigger craft.The forward cuddy provides enough room to keep tackle boxes and other gear under cover and rails down on the floor will stop items sliding back into the cockpit when underway.

Surtees 5.5 Workmate Hardtop Review - Trailerboat Fisherman

“The hardtop trend is so strong in offshore fishing at the moment that boat buyers are seriously looking at hardtops, even in boats below the six-metre size range where they’re usually found.”