Fishing Discussion

General Fishing Chat

Assassin vs Poseidon surf rods

 Proud new owner of an Assassin Evo 14'6" and its damn awesome,  got it at an extremely good price and casting distance has reached a new level. Just looking for some opinions as to which rods any of you fellow rock / surfcasters would rate and rely on for long casting and sliding. Cheers !


Jigging combo

 Chasing a jig outfit for demersals along the lines of a shimano stradic 4000 and suitable rod (grappler maybe) to fish 30 pound braid (whatever pe rating that is).

Text me on 0439095145


reel service

I Did something that I rarely do and paid somebody to do mechanical work for me...

I got LR custom built rods to service my diawa overhead reel.

Laith came and collected it from me, took it away and then brought it back to me with a full service including 2 new bearings. He changed one to a ceramic bearing to avoid future corrosion issues.

All this was less than $100 and I'm well happy. I posted this of my own accord.

If you need a service look up LR custom built rods

 


Boat trailer build

 Gday all,

 

Just after some advice/information on building a aluminium trailer, has anyone built one or have plans to do so? Or if a forum on here already exists, any advice would be much appreciated.


good ole Exmouth

 Hey team, new to the fishwrecked family. This has no doubt been asked to death in here but just chasing some guidance. Heading to Exmouth next week for the first time taking a boat (5m Trailcraft) for 11days up there. If i get out wide i'm pretty stoked just to be trolling a couple of lures out the back as i've never landed a Mackie. One question though, if it blows up sou westers can you still fish inside the reef comfortably on the west side or is it better to head into the gulf if that happens? (long range forcast isn't looking epic the first few days)

Thanks Champs and will hopefully post a pic or two of something more than a sunset! ha. 

Cheers.


Collie river

Hey guys

l plan on doing a couple night fishing trips on the collie river never really fished it can you catch Mulloway in there this time of year l was thinking l fishing at the junction is that a good spot for this time of year? Any advice

thanks

 


Food pics

 

 Not fishing related,  it haven’t been on the tools for a while and got the nance this trip. Been good to get back in a cook for once, normally stuck in the accommodation and sorting out helicopters 


Looking for a spot in Coral Bay

Hi

My mate Alan will be in Coral Bay from tonight (Monday 8th October) and he is hoping that someone might have a spot available either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. He has his own gear and is willing to pay his way plus for fuel, bait costs etc. He is staying at Bayview and his telephone number is 0419 890-509 if anyone has a place available

Cheers - Eric


EPIRB activation experiences

I'm interested in hearing people's experiences who have activated their EPIRB in an emergency.

What was your situation, location, rescue time, and changes (if any) you have made to your emergency procedure/safety equipment setup.

For the record I would support compulsory wearing of lifejackets whilst vessel is underway for all boaties and passengers offshore.

Many thanks,


Denham charter

 Gday all,

Heading up to Denham in sharkbay next Easter school holiday and like to know who does charters out there for the day.

Cheers 


Misprint? Demersal Ban

The attached pic from the Sunday Times this morning. Surely a misprint.

Demersal Ban 15Th October to 15th December. Right? Cockburn Sound 1 October to 1 Jan... please correct me if I am wrong.


Bouyweather

 For those that have paid for the premium Bouyweather is it worth it?

Is the info any better than the free sites?

 

Mike


squid warnbro sound

 hi guys looking for some squid spots any info appreciated thanks

 


Beach tailor..

got down the sarv for quick fish chasing some bait

mrs manage to knab a couple which was cool

it had been a while for her on the sand with

her leg playing up .. stripped up a couple with

no joy with the seaweed making it impossible

too set gear .. got some baits for next time

so happy days !! Cheers pirate.. 


squid in mandurah

 Just wondering the best place to catch a feed of squid in the mandurah area, i have a boat so can get out!


Friday Funnys

Enjoy


Boat Overdue

Just heard on the radio that a boat has not returned from a fishing trip.

The radio report said a 5.5 metre vessel left Cockburn on Wednesday night with 4 on board and was due back yesterday/last night but has not returned.

Search underway this morning.

Hopefully all will work out well, and we'll see them being interviewed on the news tonight.

 

https://www.watoday.com.au/national/western-australia/police-search-waters-off-rottnest-and-fremantle-for-missing-fishermen-20181005-p507vu.html


Pemberton water levels

 Hi all I'm planning my semi-regular Pemberton trip with my teenage son soon. We normally go late September but our last trip 2 years ago the water levels were way too high for most spots we fish. Anyone know what they're like at the moment? I may leave it for another few weeks and see then.

Appreciate advice as it's hard to find the time for a trip at the moment so I want to try and get it right. Spending quality time with my boy is reward enough but a few fish doesn't hurt! We mainly target trout for catch and release but a few reddies to eat are always welcome.

Cheers


Anbody been getting tailor on the reefs out of Two rocks or Mindarie?

Was thinking of going out early morning or late afternoon baitcasting mulies or spinning lures for tailor at the back of the reefs off either two rocks or mindarie just wondering if anybody has done the same lately with any luck? It will be the first time ive ever done it so any tips appreciated and I know already to watch out for them swells cheers Dave


Crays

 Put a pot in on the public holiday Monday last week just to see how things are going and have got afew crays each time i check it but i have a occy that seems to be visiting too. Should i move or just keep going in same place still getting crays so am pretty happy going to get afew more pots in the water as its pretty quiet out there in terms of other people potting so have plenty of room to go. 


Few dhuis

 Baits placcies  and a pb on jig.


Pink spawn porn

We were lucky enough to see this over the weekend.

 


8.5m Abcat at Auction twin 225 yammys

 hi guys ,

i just got the auction catalog for Smith Broughtons in Midland and there is an 8.5m Abcat with huge electronics package and twin 225 4 stroke yammys up for auction this week .

 

thought it may interest someone on here ? has big radar for discreet pinging too - this is apparently my favourite thing lately!

 

cheers 


Pinks on the sounder

 Few nice shots from the last 2  months. 

The top pic was from inside cockburn, the rest are from outside the sound. Some days I've seen multiple schools on different spots so I reckon  numbers are good. 

 


Job Hunting - Give me something to laugh about... Before I cry!

When life gives you lemons... make lemonade! Then you just gotta find someone whos life gives them vodka... and throw a party!

On Friday I got made redundant by my Sydney based company. Downsizing and being replaced by a computer program. YAY! The job hunt this last few days has been painful. Im looking at job applications online and wishing I was a bloke. So many more options. Sux to be me! The only job I got excited about was a Skipper position with Top Gun and im not even qualified to do it. Lol. Now that would be living the dream.

Anyway im looking for a laugh so if you have any funny fishing stories (or a job for me) id love to hear them. Happy First Day of being unemployed to me! haha
Happy Monday everyone!

Hels


Lawrence Elite Series Deleted?

 I have noticed BCF has Elite as a "clearance" line, which means it has been discontinued.

 

Other chains are having big discounts on them as well, should I buy one cheap or wait for whats coming out next?



Had pies for lunch yesterday

Best pies I have ever had in a long time.


Ugly but tasty fish

Fishing video report from Friday, looking for workups

 


Chartplotters

 Im up grading my chartplotter to a 12 inch screen any ideas on brands with the best maps plotter alone cheers