CATCH BY DAY. LUXURY BY NIGHT.
Offshore game fishing, done properly
Shore Thing 58 is a custom 58ft Assegai sportfisher. She was built in Australia in 2020 and fully refitted in 2025. She’s built to reach remote water without giving up comfort or fishability.
She follows the marlin. From September to December she fishes the Ribbon Reefs off Cairns for giant black marlin. From mid-December she’s on the Gold Coast, chasing blue, black and striped marlin offshore.
She’s skippered by Captain Daniel Klein of Pursuit of Giants Game Fishing, one of the most experienced marlin captains on the reef.
First-timers, families and experienced anglers all fish with us. Whatever your level, you’re in expert hands from cast to catch.
Daniel Klein - Captain
Rhys Younan-wise
Riley Page
Riley Smith
See the Boat in Action
Take a look around Shore Thing 58, the refitted Assegai formerly known as Deploy.
Two seasons. One boat. Built for both.
Where and When We Fish
Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef (September to December)
The 150-mile stretch of reef between Cairns and Lizard Island holds the biggest black marlin on the planet. Every season they gather along the Ribbon Reefs, and we’re there for it.
- Giant black marlin: five-day-plus liveaboard trips on the Ribbon Reefs, fishing out of Cairns, Cooktown and Lizard Island.
- Mothershipping: stay out longer, with Shore Thing 115 as your mothership. Fish all day, then come back to space, comfort and chef-prepared meals.
Gold Coast (from mid-December)
When the reef season ends, Shore Thing 58 heads home to the Gold Coast. These waters hold blue, black and striped marlin, so a marlin grand slam (all three species in one day) is a real possibility.
- Light tackle black marlin: juvenile black marlin arrive on the inshore grounds over summer. They’re fast, acrobatic and great fun on light gear, for any experience level.
- Blue, black and striped marlin: offshore heavy tackle fishing for bigger blacks, stripes and blues.
- Pelagic and reef fishing: yellowfin tuna, mahi mahi and wahoo, plus snapper, pearl perch, tuskfish, amberjack and Samson fish on the deep reefs.
- Broadwater cruises: calm, sheltered water for up to 12 guests. Ideal for families and a relaxed day out.
A captain who knows these waters
Daniel started fishing as a kid with his grandfather, then moved into game fishing with his dad Ken through the Sydney Game Fishing Club.
He spent 10 years on deck under respected captains Kim Andersen, Chris “Sharky” Miles and Corey Hard. In that time he was part of a 1,324lb and a 1,177lb black marlin, both landmark fish in Australian game fishing.
As captain, he’s had an 8-blue-marlin day off Port Stephens and several 7-black-marlin days on the Great Barrier Reef. He also has tournament wins up and down the east coast.
Daniel has fished 18 consecutive seasons on the reef and has been President of the Cairns Professional Game Fishing Association since 2025. He holds a Master V and MED1, and he’s a qualified marine mechanic. If something breaks at sea, he fixes it.
His connection to Shore Thing 58 goes back further than most. He helped shape her build when she was still Deploy. He doesn’t just run her. He knows her.
shore thing 58 Specifications
Built for big game
A custom Assegai sportfisher built in Australia for serious offshore fishing. She has twin Caterpillar engines, tournament-grade Shimano tackle and the range to reach the outer Great Barrier Reef.
Key Specifications
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Custom 58-Foot Assegai Sportfisher
Handcrafted in Australia for elite offshore performance and comfort -
Twin Caterpillar C18 Engines – 1,150hp Each
Serious power for chasing big game at speed -
Top-Tier Shimano Fishing Gear (6kg–60kg)
Tournament-level tackle ready for anything -
3 Cabins, 2 Bathrooms + Mezzanine Cockpit
Luxury accommodation with space to relax and entertain
WHY SHORE THING 58
- 58ft custom Assegai, with genuine Australian sportfishing pedigree
- Fully refitted in 2025 for better performance and comfort
- Top-tier Shimano tackle, from 6kg light gear to 60kg heavy tackle
- Set up for liveaboard trips and heavy tackle marlin fishing
- Fast, stable and built for the pursuit of giants
GAME FISHING expEriences aboard shore thing
What our guests say
We had the pleasure of experiencing a fishing adventure that had been on our bucket list for years. On a previous fishing charter outside of Australia (trying to land a black Marlin) the skipper of that charter recommended Dan Klein and his purpose build 58 Assegai, so we went with that recommendation. The 5 day live on trip was absolutely amazing, exceeded expectations, we landed 7 Marlin ranging from 400-800 pounds. The boat, the crew and the onboard catering was next level when it comes to game boat charters. It was that amazing we plan to go every year, and have booked for this year… can’t wait to land another Marlin!
One of a kind great barrier reef experience If you are fortunate enough to get on board, you won’t regret it. A custom trip to suit our mix of needs plus all the creature comforts while on board the best boat on the reef, this is the only way you will want to fish the reef If you're considering a fishing charter in the Great Barrier Reef area, look no further. This experience delivers on every level, exceptional fishing, breathtaking scenery, educational value, and memories that will last a lifetime. Worth every penny and more! I'm already planning our return trip for next year, it was that good!
I had my first trip to the GBR with some friends on Shore Thing 58 last year. What can I say, a trip of a lifetime. The boat is amazing, super comfortable and an absolute fishing machine. The food was amazing, not sure how you guys did it but it was like I was eating at a restaurant overnight. The only thing better than the boat was the crew, honestly you could not pick a group of guys I would rather go fishing than Kleiny and his crew. Not only super friendly, and accomodating but absolute guns out on the water, watching them work was something else. It’s got me hooked, I will be back every year without a question. Cannot recommend highly enough!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Captain Daniel Klein and crew, Shimano tackle, top-end electronics, chef-prepared meals and cabins aboard Shore Thing 58.
September to December, between Cairns and Lizard Island, when giant black marlin gather on the Ribbon Reefs.
Yes. From mid-December, Shore Thing 58 fishes the Gold Coast. We run light tackle trips for juvenile black marlin, offshore trips for blue, black and striped marlin, pelagic and reef fishing, and Broadwater cruises.
Catching a blue, a black and a striped marlin in one day. Off the Gold Coast, it’s a real possibility.
Captain Klein has 18 seasons’ experience on the reef, is President of the Cairns Professional Game Fishing Association, and holds Master V & MED 1 licenses plus marine mechanic qualifications.
The custom 58ft Assegai Shore Thing 58. She has Shimano tackle (6–60kg), Furuno sonar and ARG gyro stabilisation, so she’s built for giants without giving up comfort.
Daniel is an 18-season veteran of the Cairns marlin fishery and President of the CPGFA. He spent 10 years on deck under leading captains, has been part of black marlin over 1,300lb, and has won tournaments along the east coast. He holds Master V and MED1 tickets and is a qualified marine mechanic.
Yes. Gold Coast light tackle trips and Broadwater cruises are ideal for first-timers and families. We run every trip to suit the group on board.
A larger vessel, the mothership, stays out on the reef with the fishing boat. You fish all day on Shore Thing 58, then come back to Shore Thing 115 for space, comfort and chef-prepared meals. There’s no long run back to port, so you get more time on the fishing grounds.
Cairns peak season books out early. We’re now taking enquiries for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. View packages or email charters@shorething.au.
