Fishing Discussion
Railblaza
Submitted by Shane O on Thu, 2013-08-15 17:09Seen this rod holders in BCF, look the goods. Was thinking of putting one of the jetski, has anyone got them or used them?
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Quobba Advice
Submitted by artygunner on Thu, 2013-08-15 13:27Hi Everyone,
I will most likely be heading up to Quobba next week. Never been there before and have no idea where to fish, what to take etc. Can anyone that has been there before let me know of any decent locations for fish and what type of fish I am likely to catch this time of year?
Thanks,
Ryan
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Recreational " Trigger Trap " Ocky Pots
Submitted by Oceanside Tackle on Thu, 2013-08-15 13:15Recreational " Trigger Trap " Ocky Pots - In Stock (Limited numbers)
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Have you always wanted to catch tasty Australian octopus like the professionals?
Well now you can,after many years of research and development its finally been made. Cost-effective and eco-friendly octopus trap that is 70% more effective than the traditional shelter pots currently used by commercial octopus fishermen.
These pots are designed for both commercial and recreational use. Yes recreational, the Fisheries Department of Western Australia now allows recreational fisherman to fish for octopus. You as a recreational fisherman are now entitled to own and operate up to 3 pots per person (2 Traps on frame = 1 pot) or up to 6 individual traps. So now you can catch and cook your own octopus or get yourself some quality fresh bait.
* The full setup is in kit form that you make up but its quite easy. The kit includes frame,trigger pots (2), LED lights & crabs(2),screws,bolts,washers,anode and rope bridle etc
* You just need a rope and float that we sell here and away you go
* With every setup we will supply a Construction Instruction and Exemption paperwork which also outlines the full legal requirments/details etc
$ Full setup of 1 pot (2 Traps on frame = 1 pot)
More info from the Fisheries Department
Link;
http://www.fish.wa.gov.au/About-Us/News/Pages/Octopus-trigger-trap-trial-begins.aspx



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breakaway imp clips
Submitted by crezz on Thu, 2013-08-15 10:48any one know where I can get the breakaway imp bait clips from in perth??? I don't want to have to order them from the UK.
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smashed tinnie in Gove NT
Submitted by rigpig on Thu, 2013-08-15 10:36I'm not sure how the damage occurred to this tinnie but it sure did take a hard hit. Took this picture last week when I was in Gove for a few days. ouch....
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Land Based Fishing Metro area. Fremantle Direction would be sweet
Submitted by Owndm8 on Thu, 2013-08-15 09:48Gday Everyone,
New to fishwrecked and have just recently been getting back into fishing after a 20+ year layoff from the sport. So i am very green in regards to fishing. I only ever really went fishing with my Dad before he passed away. When I say Fremantle direction it is because i work in Fremantle, but any info on where i can get some decent fish around metro area and what type of fish i can expect would be greatly appreciated. As i say very green, but keen to learn.
Can pm me if you like.
Cheers Guys
Gav
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Navionics app for iPad
Submitted by Chasin' Tail on Thu, 2013-08-15 07:15Hi guys,
I am currently using the Navionics HD app on my iPad as a back up chartplotter to my Northstar, the screen faces North up, to the top of the screen, is there any way I can change this so that my course heading is facing the top of the screen?
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Schooling Snapper sounder shot
Submitted by Stevo81 on Thu, 2013-08-15 05:34 Stumbled across this photo from a couple years go where we cleaned up on pinkys for a few weeks. Some weeks they were there sometimes nothing sometimes we sound around the close vicinity and find em. Bottom was flat as. A mate seemed to think the bottom was cockle shells etc that bought them in. Behind Rotto area
Thoughts?
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King Fisher WA
Submitted by Fisheagle on Wed, 2013-08-14 21:21I watched a TV show called King Fishers tonight where three anglers from three countries fish for different species with different methods each having a turn to host the others. My definition of a “King Fisher” is somebody who can adapt their fishing method to catch fish in most conditions. These “fishers” did not fit my definition which got me thinking.
Here’s the go. I believe that I may be a “King Fisher” and hereby throw out the challenge to any aspirant King Fishers out there. The challenge is as follows: Four anglers each chipping in $200 to show commitment. Six disciplines – six sessions of 3 hours each:
Day 1 off the boat on FFB – morning session plastics only, followed by the afternoon session of bait only.
Day 2 from the shores of the Swan – morning session plastics and/or hard-bodies (no bait), followed by the afternoon session with the fly.
Day 3 from Preston Beach – morning session with bait, followed by the afternoon session with lures.
The biggest fish wins each session – 5 points for the winner, 3 points for second and 1 point for third if the person catches a fish. Four co-ordinates for each discipline into a hat which is drawn by a neutral person. Winner takes all, but the catch is he/she has to donate the winnings to a (recognised) charity of their choice. The title of Western Australia’s “King Fisher” will be the accolade. Who knows we may have a tackle dealer sponsoring the effort and the winner may take home some tackle .
I will make my CruiseCraft 625 available for the boat session. Maybe Adam would like to host this under FishWrecked’s banner?
Any bites.....?
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Makes my eyes water just thinking about it
Submitted by catchalittle on Wed, 2013-08-14 20:55http://news.ninemsn.com.au/world/2013/08/12/07/13/testicle-chomping-fish-found-in-sweden
Not the Crown jewels
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spinfisher v 8500
Submitted by woodmans point jetty on Wed, 2013-08-14 19:47hi, i got a penn spinfisher v 8500 with a 7 foot 12 to 20kg rod and spooled with 500m of 50lb braid and 60m of 60lb top shot.
Could i catch 200lb tuna, 3m sharks and big stingrays.
Also how far does a 200lb tuna run on 15kg drag.
thanks.
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seamartin reels
Submitted by crezz on Wed, 2013-08-14 19:12does anyone use or have used the old seamartin reels. when I was about 15yo I got a brand new seamartinII from a local tackle shop down south, filled it with 20lb mono and took it for a spin. I found that the line use to get twisted after using it for a while. I haven't used it since. i'm thinking of dusting off the cobwebs and giving it another go. What are your opinions of the old seamartin?
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SP & Snapper
Submitted by fisherking on Wed, 2013-08-14 18:06Hopefully, weather permitting, I'm gonna hit the Sound Sunday chasing Snapper.
Is there a favourite SP colour, scent, brand, size & weight you guys recommend?
Any hints & tips greatly received.
I've still to land a legal sized one.
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Chivers 5.9 cc
Submitted by SchnappEr Mick on Wed, 2013-08-14 16:00Hey all,
Just wondering if anyone has owned or been out on a chivers 5.9 centre console. Im interested in a 1997 model, any info on ride quality, stability at rest, how much of a wet boat they are and any issues that i should look for when inspecting would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks regards
Mick.
Salvage? updated photos and video!
Submitted by bitten on Wed, 2013-08-14 12:51So hypotheticly your cruising around and see what you think is a dead whale in the distance.
upon closer inspection it turns out to be this.
with a bit of tlc the motor starts first pull some new fuel and clean the barnacles out of the carby it runs like a dream
no id apart from the
HIN number and a serial number on the engine
do i own this boat now ???
shes looking good now will up load a pic of it all cleaned up and running this arvo
so here it is all cleaned up
3.4 m Savage Gull and 15 hp mercury
it runs really smoothly starts with half a pull, its missing the engine cover (aprox $150?) and needs a new fuel fitting where the hose from the fuel tank attaches to the motor (cheap). hull is in mostly good condition has a small ding up front nothing major
has an anchor, 2 oars more like paddles than oars 25 ltr fuel tank, foam seat covers
here is a video of the motor running
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10151805482254049&set=vb.747074048&type=2&theater
obviously needs a trailer could be a car topper though i guess keeping in mind what it has been through what do you think its worth
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The things you see when you dont have a fishing rod
Submitted by Swompa on Wed, 2013-08-14 12:47As seen from the Nan Hai VI last wednesday.
Approx 10nm north of North West cape, in 300m or water.
Just cruised past having a look. I swear, if it could, it would have flipped us the bird.

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S bend
Submitted by hookedacookey on Wed, 2013-08-14 05:45Heading up to s bend caravan park for a couple of nights just wondering what's being caught at the moment?
The forecast is for it to be windy with the swell up can anyone suggest any good safe spots to have a fish and a few beers? We know nothing about the place.
Cheers
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Id Please
Submitted by wangler on Tue, 2013-08-13 19:16I didn't neck this one, but not sure if I should let it go either....confused a little
http://www.gumtree.com.au/s-ad/dalkeith/fishing/fish-or-squid-hook/1025404869
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any beach to fish before steep point ??? :)
Submitted by poser on Tue, 2013-08-13 15:48hey lads heading to denham tomoz and was just wondering if there is any beaches before you hit steep point that i can try my luk at :)
cheers sam
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Coral Bay / Exmouth in March
Submitted by roganjosh on Tue, 2013-08-13 15:46Hi Everyone,
Just wondering what everyones thoughts are of traveling to Coral Bay / Exmouth in March
Is it too hot
Is it too windy
I know this is still cyclone season and would be taking the risk of booking at this time.
I will already be up there in May / June and i might have been able to sneek up early as well.
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WHITING HELP
Submitted by sam16 on Tue, 2013-08-13 15:06Guys i need some help.
I have been trying to catch some decent size landbased whiting for the last month or so with very little luck.
Have tried east freo area, E shed, coogee marina and hillarys with only a few very small fish.
Rig i have been using is paternoster rig with ox heart.
What am i doing wrong? are there areas they hang out? What are the best times and tides/moon phase?
Cheers
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Snapper Ground - Cockburn Sound
Submitted by Tradewind on Tue, 2013-08-13 02:07Hey all,
Hoping to take my boat out on my maiden voyage on Sunday morning early.
Chose Cockburn sound because it's relatively sheltered for my first skippering and with using the boat properly for the first time
I've read about D9 and the gravel patch being the go-to places, and also Harding Rock and Sulphur Bay.
For this time of the year can someone recommend a spot (Can PM if you dont want it public)
If you can think of an area that might also have breaksea cod etc in the confines of the sound without venturing out past Garden Island i'd be grateful
Thanks for any advice, would love the first trip out to be productive =)
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New addition to the family
Submitted by catchalittle on Mon, 2013-08-12 18:32Is it a boy ? is it a girl ? no its a Branzino the newest addition to my tackle family spooled up with 20lb accupdepth and on a samurai 402 7" 20-30 lb two piece ready to tackle some snapper
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from diawa australia
Submitted by 1268-EX on Mon, 2013-08-12 16:09Anti-Angler 'Lock Out' Plans Exposed!!! This is not Scaremongering, Its Just Plain Scary!!!!!!
Share this Far and Wide - every recreational fisher in Australia needs to see it!!!!
Keep Australia Fishing has assembled a map of potential Aussie Angler 'LOCK OUT' Areas - based on the Government's Marine Park Plans and proposals by Environmental Groups. The Government has now set a precedent that al...l future Marine National Parks will LOCK YOU OUT!!!
We need Candidates and Political Parties that genuinely support and understand Aussie recreational fishers and will support OUR CALL for an Independent, Scientific Review of the Marine Park Process.
Check the map out and help us STOP the 'LOCK OUTs' NOW before the 'Lock Out' Flood Gates Open!!
Keep Australia Fishing!!!
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lure boxs
Submitted by Callum24 on Mon, 2013-08-12 15:46what has everyone found the best for keepin lures organize and not a tangled mess when you go to grab your favourite lure during a hot bite from bream lures to skirts to deep divers i bought a couple of planno boxes with the read clip but found the plastic hinge gets stuck and bent out of shape and are more trouble than anything just looking for some new ideas or good tackle boxes that work and last a bit longer than the silly ones i bought
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Custom made boat covers?
Submitted by collie5 on Mon, 2013-08-12 15:22Hey guys,
Can anyone tell me a good place to get a custom made boat cover around perth?
Looking to spend around 1.5K as i'm told thats what it will probably cost.
Thanks in advance
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charter advice
Submitted by aweall on Mon, 2013-08-12 13:14gday all
i have a friend who wants too get in the good books of his fiance so would like to organise a charter day trip for her fathers birthday prolly be 8 people going.
any suggestions as to who would get them onto some fish and a good day out?
i dont do charters so cant really reccomend anyone .
i did suggest whiteys in jurien as i have read a lot of good stuff about him on these forums but the logistics of getting all of them there early is hard for them,so s suppose it has to be metro or near metro
cheers
tony
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Halco twister 20g
Submitted by Tchampney on Mon, 2013-08-12 08:22As the weather being quite terrible for the boat lately, I've been heading down to my local beach (secret harbour) for around an hour each afternoon. I've just been going down with 1 rod casting a halco 20g twister into the white wash and retrieving it. I've had no luck! Do these work off the beach? Am I doing something wrong?
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Recreational fishing map
Submitted by spook on Mon, 2013-08-12 07:16I had a look at the website on Scottywipers post and found this map. I think its a touch less confusing than the other map. We have all been through this discussion before so I dont see the need to do it again. This is just an informatiom post. I dont like the Labour Party and think this is a bit extreme. On the otherhand, less commercial fishing is a win.
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