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We have just returned from a 2 day/one night game fishing trip with SpotX charter. From the moment we arrived at the wharf for the 7am pick up, we knew that we had made the right choice. We were met by Katarina, who I had communicated with throughout the booking, Hamish the skipper and Tish, the deckhand of Screaming Reels. The boat was clean, tidy and spacious - far exceeding our expectations. There was fishing gear for every scenario - all immaculate. It soon became clear that we were on board with a very experienced, knowledgeable and committed skipper. His "deckhand" Tish was far more than that - Tish looked after us so well, fed us, cooked for us and made sure we were comfortable, all whilst making sure that the reels were set up and lures positioned as Hamish wanted. We had a long first day trawling and despite 11 hours of searching, the fish did not appear. Everyone remained positive and we knew that there are never ever guarantees with fishing. The second day was raining with a decent swell but there was never any doubt that Hamish was out to do his best to get us some fish. We hooked a John Dory and a decent Kingfish but still had our hearts set on something bigger. Hamish and Tish never lost their optimism despite being soaked to the skin and with their clients feeling a bit green. When the Yellowfin was hooked and landed Hamish and Tish made the whole process look easy. We were lucky to get what we came for. Throughout our whole trip, Trish and Hamish were friendly, informative and worked together like a well oiled machine. We wouldn't hesitate in recommending the SpotX team if you are researching who to charter with out of the Bay of Islands. We would love to do it all over again.…
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Date of experience: January 2021
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Had an enjoyable day out with Hamish and Tisha, great hosts who tried very hard to catch us a fish but the fish weren’t cooperating on the day. Learned a bit about targeting kingfish and there was a consolation prize that was gratefully received and savoured. Hope to give it another try and catch some fish another day.…
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Response from KatarinaJ409, Owner at SpotX Fishing Charters
Responded 24 Oct 2020
Thank you for coming out with us! You did an awesome job out there! Can not wait to having you on board again! Best/Katarina SpotX
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What a memorable experience on the Spot X!!! I caught 2 kingfish and 2 snapper, all because Hamish and Tish were guiding me👍❣️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Such an exciting experience for this 70-year old “senior” just learning to fish! I bought my first fishing pole at Screaming Reels, a month ago, and I am “hooked”! Sorry! Bad pun🥴! Stefan and Katarina are the BEST! Shop their store and book their charters! You’ll be in good hands!!!!…
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Response from KatarinaJ409, Owner at SpotX Fishing Charters
Responded 17 Oct 2020
Thank you so so much! We love it and we love seeing you enjoy it so much!!! We can not have enough! Thanks again! Best/Katarina SpotX
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Awesome skipper (Wayne) and communication (Katarina).. we couldn't have hoped for a better day! Caught 11 fish between the two of us and got 3 big enough to stick on the BBQ! 10/10, we'll be back :)
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Date of experience: October 2020
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Response from KatarinaJ409, Owner at SpotX Fishing Charters
Responded 7 Oct 2020
Andy, thank you, you are a star! Ad you did a great job out on the water with us! Looking forward having you on board soon again!!! Best/Katarina SpotX
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This was a highlight of our recent Rusell trip, going on a 4 hour charter and catching snapper. The Skipper Terence was helpful and professional and knew the best places to catch fish. Patiently baiting our lines, taking off any undersized fish and swiftly returning them to the sea, then once we returned to Russell he cleaned the fish and we left with enough fish for the next 3 dinners. It was great fun.…
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Date of experience: June 2020
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Response from KatarinaJ409, Owner at SpotX Fishing Charters
Responded 17 Jul 2020
Thank you! Absolutely lovely to hear you enjoyed being out with us and the fish for dinner!!! Hope to seeing you back in Russell soon again! Kind regards/Katarina SpotX
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