Fishing Discussion

General Fishing Chat

350 Dart 2012 for sale

gday fellow fishos and those just looking im selling my 350 dart 2012 model powered by a Yamaha 15hp its about 97 model but doesn't miss a beat
full custom floor installed plenty of deck space also side ally console for sounder to fit in snug with switchboard for nav lights also fitted comes with trailor which has a 3rd rolling wheel for the beach launches if you don't fancy getting your 4wd wet all in rego and reason for selling 4 on 1 off fifo roster.
$2000 firm.
please personal message for further details ill then call you to have a peak at the weapon
must be sold by Monday at the latest
cheers Chocco


Expired licence

 Gday all just wondering if anyone has been fined for having an expired recreational boat fishing licence i got pinged the other day my own fault it had expired in november 13 i thought i had renewed it but obviously not just wondering what amount the fines are i had caught 9 blue mannas and they confiscated them


Sambo off rocks in Denmark by accident when going for Salmon

 Hey guys we were in Denmark for a couple of days for Salmon when this 12kg Sambo took the live herring inside a bay(Not straight out off the point as you can see in the photo, that's where it headed straight for after taking line).

Anyone else bringing up anything nice unnintentionally while going for Salmon recently? Also brought up a decent Bonito.


Can't get full Throttle

Gday Fellas 

Got another problem that I'm sure one of you will know the answer to!!

Was out on the water yesterday had no dramas til I was about 20kms out and the engine 

started to struggle!! I immediately thought it was bad fuel and inspected the water trap filter that

runs between fuel tank and engine and the bottom of it was full of shit!! I drained it connected back up and tried priming it but the primer wouldn't pump til it was hard!! Got it started and putted back in at 7 knots but yeah to me it's like there's a block in fuel line between primer and tank!!

Does this sound right??

Cheers Didz


Assassin Tackle Australia

G'day FW members Next time you're on Face Book check out the Assassin Tackle Australia page and hit "like" if you would be so kind. https://www.facebook.com/assassintackle. If you have photos of any catches using the Assassin,Iron Candy or GT Ice Cream gear please send them through and we will put them up on the page. Have a great day and good luck out there! Regards Matt Assassin Tackle Australia


favorite soft plastic

 hey guys

just getting into soft plastic fishing for demersals and pelagics and i am just wondering what the experts use

 


berkly whiplash

 hi guys, were can i buy a 300yard spool of 45lb berkly whiplash braid or if any tackle shop has bulk spools.

thank you


Heads UP - Fake Paypal email

Heads up guys

it keeps coming round, different face, same scam.

I just recieved a fake email from Paypal saying I need to re-activate my account due to unsual activity. Be careful and check direct with Paypal.

This is a scam. check the following

1\ it says Dear member (and not your name)

2\ when you click on the button to access your account, it takes up to a website that is a duplicate of Paypal's. check the folllowing

   2.1/  try the different menu options, you'll find they don't work, the only on that will work is the login data.

   2.2/ check the linked address, it'll be different to paypals

   2.3/ play safe and go to the paypal site directly through your browser and not through the offered link

3\ the language is suspect, not the normal writing style.

4\ delete the email or move it to your junkmail folder.

these sites will dump your username and password on a different site and the scammers will own a stella +++++

Its difficult to catch them as they operate internationally and seem to rotate through countries, looks like it our turn.

 

cheers


got first 4wd where do i go south west wa

got a 98 prado want to do some fishing tonight where's a quiet spot not to difficult to get to was looking at a map of inji anyone got some recommendations been fishing this coast for years but never had 4wd before


Adjusting GPS formats

Guys,

I need to change a heap of spots from the GPS format on the bottom to the top format, has anyone got any ideas ?

S91°00.2200'
E335°17.2500'

19.01.1310S
149.25.9750E

GPS spots have been changed so they are not actually hot spots.

Cheers


B

 

Have a laugh.

 Thought I would share so you can all have a laugh.

first time in Carnarvon, told to go to the Blowholes for a fish. So off I go, as keen as mustard. 

First cast, 2 good bites.

second cast, fish on but it takes me into the reef.

new rig

third cast I am on again. Good sized fish. Fighting away and the reel shits itself. 

Worst part, only bought 1 rod with me and off the Exmouth tomorrow.

bugga, oh well next time...


Harvey dam advise please

 Hi guys 

im looking at going out to Harvey dam chasing trout this weekend and was wondering if anybody could give me any advise to where is best to fish and at what times I am familiar with the boat ramp a few ks after the turn off of south west highway but have been no further I have lots of spinners and fly gear with dry flys thanx for any advise 


Opinions please on replacement gear

Hi All,
Chasing opinions on replacing an OH bottom bashing combo I had knocked off recently.
Generally fish around 40m-80m. Can use anything from 12oz-24oz of weight depending on current, swell etc. Won't be used for trolling or jigging.
Thinking PE4-6. Don't want a tank but something that will still get fish on the boat.
Budget will be round about $800-$1000 including line.
At this stage looking at the Talica 10 or 12, Marquesa 16, Trinadad 16A.
Rods completely open, not usually a Daiwa user but trying to be open minded.
Gezzz the more I look the more unsure I get, welcome your suggestions.
Cheers.


La reunion shark cull

 Insight on SBS tonight has a piece about a shark cull after a series of attacks.Could be interesting.


Looking to help out some fellow fishermen

Sup Peeps

 

I am in Bali at the moment and have met a couple of wicked local blokes who love their fishing but cannot afford good gear.

 

My in-laws are heading over here in June and I am going to send these boys some gear. If you have any old gear that you no longer use that you can donate I can collect and pass on to these guys.

 

If visit the Dynast hotel in Kuta and talk fishing with the boys down the beach then you would probably know Yogi and Johno (the Dynast photographer).

 

These boys are mad keen jiggers and are happy to share their local knowledge and put you onto a traditional fisherman who will take you out for a small fee.

 

Conrad


Bias Boating welcome

Hi everyone.

Thought it was about time we do a bit of an introduction. we have always kept a close eye on fishwrecked, being the best fishing site in western Australia. Theres always a great wealth of knowledge and information available to all the members on here, and we look forward to contributing to the site as much as possible. if you have any queries feel free to PM us or even call us at the shop on 9383 3234. just to get us started I have included a few photos from the last few months or so, most fish caught local except the barra etc which were from a trip up north.

kind regards
Chris, Paul and Zane
Bias Claremont


Song sung during fishing

Just had a thought. We have a few "theme" song that for fun we sing when we catch certain species. The 2 main ones that come to mind up north was - Golden Trevally - "Hey Hey you you, Get off a my cloud" Rolling Stones but particular the Mick Jagger lips. Red emporor UB40 "Red red wine". Usually the chant start when you ID the fish in the water. Squid the theme music to Star wars as they look like aliens!!!!

Anyone else have fun ritual songs or habits or are we the only idiots


Geraldton Coranation Beach

i am heading up to Geraldton Coronation for surfing but would like to get some fishing in so is there anything being caught or you have heard stories there or have been there

Cheers Tom


Best month to go to Horricks

Hi all, can the good F/W members advise me on what are the best months to go to Horricks to do some bottom bashing. Also can you launch from the beach I have a 6m quinine ocean sport with a 115 yammie. I've never been there before but I have heard some quite remarkable stories about what the fishing is like up there, any tips or advice about the place would also be most appreciated.
Thanks


Looking for boat pen in Mandurah

 G'day fellas just seeing if anyone has any suggestions.

im towing my boat down to Mandurah this coming weekend and have just found out that our chalet accomadation does not offer parking for my boat and trailer. Does anyone know where I can rent a boat pen but also have some where to store my trailer while boat is moored on pen..

Any info would be really appreciated.

Cheers,

Stewart


Autumn River Fishing

High everyone. With the school holidays coming up I was wondering if there would be any good fish for daytime to dusk fishing. While it is cooling down the flathead should be moving out, so I won't be fishing for those. Bream should stay all year round is any suitable spots for them? Also is it worth a shot going for tailor on the Halco Twisty's? If so is there any productive spots for them in the cooler months.
Also for all tailor fishing, what pound leader and what type would you use for river tailor and the north mole. It has been my goal for a while to catch my first tailor and have been trying for a while.

Lachie


how to cook shark

just curious on knowing what is the best way to cook bronzie fillets?

havent yet tried them before, i assume its like most sharks?

can anyone share there favourite way on cooking them?

much apperciated, caughtup.


Little Island Off Hillary's Marina

 Sorry out of towner  and  have read a fair bit  about people fishing for bread and butter fish and squid around there.  Are you actually allowed to fish around there  or is it a sanctuary? Been meaning to take the young fella there but not sure if allowed. Cheers


Bunbury Salmon

Hi All,

 

Anybody getting any salmon around Bunbury ? i fly home tomorrow so i was just looking for a bit of a heads up to where theyre at ( Dont want to join the chaos down Dunsborough way if i can)

 

Cheers


Kalbarri river gear

Just after suggestions for gear appropriate for the Murchison in Kalbarri and for light beach use with little/no swell. Something suitable for a calm perth beach also.

Not for chasing anything too big, just the bread and butter stuff. And has to be female friendly - yes chasing something small enough for the missus and also something I can also use when back in Perth off a calm beach or jetty/rocks for whiting/herring/small tailor etc etc...

Mainly bait use but don't mind flicking the occasional lure or plastic...

Prefer fibreglass :) Budget preferably under $250.

 

** I was thinking maybe a Silstar crystal power tip in either 7' or 8'. Can get the 7' (4 - 7kg's) with an Okuma Avenger 40 reel for around $140.**

Thanks guys.


Fishing Charters - Auckland

 Heading to NZ this morning for a fortnight.

 Have a free weekend, does anyone have any recommendations/experience with charter operators out of Auckland?

 Cheers

 Hebbs


Tournament 2250 Walkaround Help

I need some help with trying to track one down and someone who ownes a 2250 walkaround tournament in Perth, there's no more dealers in Perth so i cant look at one. I'd like to buy one but there all over East. I've looked over the mustang 2250 its seems like a nice boat. They changed to tournament now haines group make them. I believe there's one in the boat storage in Freo next to little creatures. Has anyone been fishing in one and are they any good. I'm suprised there not a bit more popular as the walkaround section seems awsome for a fibre glass boat. Any reviews would be appreciated and if i could look at one would even better.


jurien bay

im going up to jurien bay for the first time at easter with the boat is there a marine chart for jurien cheers daniel


the kalbarri curse

 I think I have a curse here at kalbarri. The bloke next to us has a jet ski and has smashed 6 big Spanish Mackrel in 2 days and we are yet to land one or even a decent fish. WTF is going on!!!


Geo Bay Squid

 With all this talk of salmon haven't heard anyone talking about fishing the bay for something edible. Has anyone caught or heard of any squid in the bay. Where has the jetty rat gone. His reports were always worth a read. Cheers in advance for any info