steep point lures
Submitted by bitten on Mon, 2012-09-17 23:24
i know this topic has been done before...
i have a heap of mackbaits allready
anyone know who stocks the nillsmaster invincibles
i want to get x-raps not sure on the size though the sxr 14 is about 40 grams which seems a bit light i dont want to spend too much on lures i wont get the distance required with.
i plan on taking plenty of metals with me i love the halco gold twistys one of my favoutrite lures for mackies
any other lures you guys can suggest
is it worth fishing with softies i know a mate of mine did well on the big white grubs
most of the lures i have are around the 80 gram mark can probably still cast 60 far enough but i have not been up there so not sure i know you lose a bit of distance when casting from a high platform.
cheers
dan
Rig
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steep
Hey Dan give campbells protackle or oceanside a call I have bought nilsmasters from both shops previously, they are very good lures for steep.
also try fluro bombers. Rapalas also good but a bit more expensive especially if the sharks are hungery. Halco max are good too and cast a mile
what rods are you taking for this?
soft plastics will work but the long toms and small macks etc will rip them to shreds so take heaps.
take some 85g raiders also
give me a call if you want to discuss anything, if you get stuck I have a bulk load on nilsmasters/rapalas/bombers etc I can lend/sell ya
bitten
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i just bought a daiwa demon
i just bought a daiwa demon blood 9'6 and a 4500 saltist to spin for macks
and im a bit stuck for a bottom bouncing rod/reel at the moment im probably gonna use my penn 950 for bottom though so somthing to match that any suggestions?
i liked the look of those bombers which model truggling to find the heavier ones on the net
Tony
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I have the same combo for
I have the same combo for spinning Quobba and I think the 962H is best suited to 60-65 gram metals, they will cast out of sight and not too taxing physicaly if you are spinning for hours. It will also do 85g and down to 40g without a problem. I only use metals if there is bait/fish feeding on the surface, if not I use 1.5 oz jig heads with a #7 long shank hook, 6" Mcarthy paddle tails or Gulps.
The Saltist 4500H is near perfect for rock spinning, strong, fast ratio, good drag and not expensive so a few scratches won't worry you too much. The only problem with mine is that the line roller bushes wear out, I have to pack it with silicone grease to keep it smooth. I think there is a bearing uprade kit for them but I not sure where to get them.
crezz
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yer go the twistys and the
yer go the twistys and the raiders for distance the cliffes are quite far from the water.
also take some soft plackies and i light spin stick and go for a walk along the beach. its chockers with flathead and small golden trevs and the pinkys are on the bite at night time too if ya wanna hit the beach but check size limmits, there diferent inside the island compared to the open water. theres also a heap of whiting in the shallows if your keen on flicking some small poppers for something diferent.
Hicko
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Make sure you pick up some
Make sure you pick up some Rapala sx14's they were dynamite for macks when I went up there last time. The bombers and halco max's worked quite well too but the x raps where the pick of the lures for mackeral anyway.
Rig
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test
you probably need to test how far you can chuck those hardbodys with that rod, bearing in mind you will be 5-10m off the water and the wind behind you. Basically if your not getting out far enough you wont catch anywhere near as many fish its a long way to go to realise your rod wont really do what you want. which rod are you throwing poppers with around gero?
for bottom bashing a penn850 will do. I use a saltiga 600GT on full lock
Leemo
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the demon blood casts sxr14s
the demon blood casts sxr14s very nicely. not as far as metals, for obvious reasons, but it makes things easier on you! not tooooo taxing either.
bludgin' since 94'
Hicko
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I used that exact same combo
I used that exact same combo up there and had no problem getting the sx14's and bombers a fair way out. Hooked plenty of macks too, pity about the sharks.....
bitten
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what weight line did you use
what weight line did you use i was thinking 25 - 30lb
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don't need anything else
if you got mack baits your set :). only thing better then mack baits up there is a straight hook
mattyoga
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Were there any particular
Were there any particular stand out colours that worked well in the SXR14's?
I'll be kayak fishing steep in April next year so starting to stock up :)
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colours
We've done well with the red head and blue sardine matty.
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Halco max?
Halco max?
Doing a bit of research myself and these seem to fit the bill...130mm and 80g.
They're a bibless sinking lure which cost around the $13-$16 mark.
Has anyone got any feedback on these? They look like a good alternative to the more expensive Duel Adagios/Maria heavy hard bodies..
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Yep
A good lure for up there, he mentioned he had Mackbaits so we didnt mention that one but as you mentioned its a well priced alternative.
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sharks love em! haha
sharks love em! haha
bludgin' since 94'
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Steep Point
anyone know who stocks the nillsmaster invincibles
We stock them in 12cm & 15cm
i plan on taking plenty of metals with me i love the halco gold twistys one of my favoutrite lures for mackies
Yes the Halco Twistys up to 70gm and the Raiders/Knights 85gm are good for distance especially with onshore winds.
any other lures you guys can suggest
The Sea Iron Pelacus is ideal up there and the 84gm (112gm if the rod can cast it)
The Clone stickbaits are very durable and weighted so you get a descent cast. Ideally the 2 & 3 oz sizes and they are well priced.
is it worth fishing with softies i know a mate of mine did well on the big white grubs
They have there place up there and the new Z-Man grubs are ideal as they dont get chewed but sharp teeth like others as the material is the same as Snapback/stretchy stuff.
most of the lures i have are around the 80 gram mark can probably still cast 60 far enough but i have not been up there so not sure i know you lose a bit of distance when casting from a high platform.
You do loose distance but having the right outfit and lure will help maximise your distance.
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bitten
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your a champ cheers for the
your a champ cheers for the info
might have to come in to the shop as im in perth for training in about 3 weeks time
dan
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what about wax wings?
I have only tried the 68mm size but the action is really good- the larger one would be worth a crack considering its 118mm and they have good weight to them too 45 grams, I know salmon like to eat em and would think macks would eat the wax...
Leemo
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they are more difficult to
they are more difficult to work them, when you are up at a higher level than water level. They still work, but not as well in my opinion and experience.
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jono.s
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Wax wings are shit if your
Wax wings are shit if your spinning from a high ledge , you have to be at or near water level otherwise they dont swim properly they just pop out of the water . Imo you cant beat 85 gram knights also mackbaits and sx14s, have also had success jigging demersal jigs and pelaticus sea irons along the bottom.
poida
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Great advice here, rig is on
Great advice here, rig is on the money.
WHITE LEADHEADS!!! If the water is green let them sink to the bottom then race them up then let sink again, will often hit on the drop, also rip em in at full speed.