Plastic Fish Measure
Plastic Fish Measure
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*See here for full T&CPlastic Fish Measure - NZ Regulation Series
New Zealand anglers fear MPI fines more than bad weather; this rigid measuring tool is the most cost-effective insurance against accidental non-compliance. Built from high-impact, UV-stabilized plastic, it withstands the harsh marine environment without warping or fading, ensuring legal limits remain clearly visible season after season.
Features:- NZ Species Markings: Pre-marked with current Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) legal length limits for Snapper, Kingfish, Blue Cod, and Tarakihi for instant decision-making.
- Vertical Nose Stop: Features a raised L-shaped 'zero' wall to butt the fish's nose against, eliminating the handling errors common with soft tape measures.
- Wash-Down Friendly: Smooth, non-porous plastic surface prevents fish slime buildup and odor retention-simply rinse with freshwater after the trip.
Sales Tips:
Benefit: Rigid boards are significantly faster and more accurate than roll-up tapes. Explain to customers that a solid board eliminates the 'curve error' caused by a fish thrashing on a flexible mat, ensuring they never accidentally keep an undersized catch.
How to Use: Advise anglers to wet the board before placing the fish down; this protects the fish's slime coat (essential for catch-and-release survival) and allows the fish to slide easily against the nose stop.
Retailer Value Proposition:
- Authority: Essential safety gear for compliance with strict NZ recreational fishing regulations (bag and size limits).
- Velocity: A high-turnover 'bin filler' item. Every boat requires at least two (one for the bait board, one for the chilly bin/measure station).
- Stock Advantage:White Label maintain deep, NZ-based inventory levels ensuring overnight replenishment with few backorder gaps.
Technical Range and Variations:
| Model/Type | Specs/Application |
|---|---|
| Snapper/Cray Board (Small) | 380mm Length. Dedicated markings for Snapper (Area 1 and 2), Paua, and Crayfish. Compact for kayaks/jetskis. |
| Boat Master Board (Large) | 1.0m - 1.2m Length. Full range markings including Kingfish (75cm), Hapuku, and Bluenose. Heavy-duty rigid sizing. |
| Adhesive Decal | UV Vinyl. Designed to stick permanently to chilly bins or gunwales for a zero-profile measuring station. |
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