Episode 204: Inside the Toronto Boat Show - New Princecraft Platinum, Best Time to Buy a Boat, and a $3.2M Tuna

Thank you to today's sponsors!- The Invasive Species Centre: Protecting Canada’s land and water from invasive species- SAIL: The Ultimate Destination for your Outdoor Adventures- J&B Cycle and Marine: Your Home for all things powersports, boats, and equipment- Freedom Cruise Canada: Rent the boat, own the memories- Anglers Leaderboard: Real-time AI angling platform where everyone is welcome, and every catch counts!The Toronto Boat Show is here, and this week on Outdoor Journal Radio, we break down why this is the best time of year to buy a boat, what to look for on the show floor, and what new tech is shaping modern fishing boats.We’re joined by Jean-Philippe Martin-Dubois, General Manager of Princecraft Boats, to talk about the unveiling of the new Platinum 190, how boat pricing really works at shows, ordering vs spring buying, financing options, and why aluminum construction still matters for Canadian anglers. JP also explains what buyers should actually be paying attention to beyond looks, including durability, electronics space, and long-term ownership.We also dive into a wild fishing headline as Japan’s first tuna of 2026 sells for a staggering $3.2 million, why the first tuna of the year matters so much, and how tradition drives price more than quality.Plus, a listener's question sparks a debate on music while ice fishing, whether sound and vibration affect fish, and when silence might actually help you catch more.Topics covered: • Toronto Boat Show insider tips • Princecraft Platinum 190 first look • When and why to buy a boat at a show • Boat financing and rebates explained • Electronics, durability, and aluminum hull design • The $3.2 million first tuna of the year • Music vs silence while fishing • Invasive species awareness