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 Hi all

Does anyone use a 44 gal drum on the boat for extended trips?

Im planning for the monties trip in a few months and trying to sort out how to carry all the extra fuel i was going to get another fuel tank built under the floor but i very much doubt i would use it again so not keen on outlaying the cash for it. And 25 jerries will be ugly on the boat.

So im thinking of taking 1x 44 gal drum as i recon we will use 200l getting over there so empty it as soon as we are there and then the rest in jerries.

Whats your thoughts??

Cheers

Rod

 Where I like to fish their have been some tight schools of  good sized Tailor. Some Pro fisherman came along a while ago and threw a net around a whole school of fish

and dragged them in I was devestated thinking that it was  a big school of Tailor !!!! But thank god!!!! LOL ing They were Buff bream which they released unharmed.

                                                  Would they have just let Tailor go too

                                                   Are they allowed to take and sell Tailor commercially.

                                                   Should they be able to do so.

                                                   Is it even financially worth doing so.

My thinking is that commercially they are of such low value that they are worthless to sell. Yet recreationally they are one of our highly valuable species.

If anyone knows the answers I would love to know.....

What are your opinions on them taking Tailor.

with the forecast looking good and being on break, Just wondering if the small blacks are thick at the inshore grounds in Exmouth at the moment? don't have big enough gear for the blues unfortunately.. so I would settle for the smaller stuff. also do you think with that cyclone that it would make the water dirty??

Cheers

I'm in the middle of making a rod for a mate. Thought I would GoPro the making of the pattern.

Now edited with the second clip.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=n86jFiKyXPs

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=O8wdsv3rN68

 Anyone else thinking of Pinkys tonight?

light nor westerly( if the forecast is accurate) ahead of a big blow tomorrow.

Might be perfect for a berley trail and floating mulie behind the 3 mile on dusk.

might just be wet and miserable too but it's tempting.

 about ten years ago i brought a map of mandurah waters that was hand drawn....It showed where all the different species could be caught..The one i had was in colour...I have since lost it and cant remember where i brought it from...Anybody know of this map and where to buy it from...??

Cheers..

 Really looking forward to a few days of fishing down at Walpole.

School holidays will be finished,so hopefully the Caravan park will be less congested.

Hopefully there are still some fish around in the Channels and Flats.

Anyone with up to date Fishing Reports?

Let you know how I went when I get back.

Cheers.

Hi

I've got an old fibreglass 5.5m with an old Mercury 90hp (1986 I think) on it - motor is fine but steering is seized, cables are no good and helm is busted - So I want to replace with a DIY hydraulic kit . Seen a few on ebay but I'm a bit at a loss as to what to get - don't want to spend too much.

Any ideas anyone?

Cheers

Tim

Hello all,

Hopefully in a manner of weeks I'll be moving the family to Carnarvon.  I'll be bringing up a boat and I'm keen to get into some serious fishing.  In saying that, I've read around the forums from this site and I have a fair understanding of what the conditions and fishing will be like offshore.  What I can't find information on is the fishing inshore like spots that are good to go with the kids on a day that's not great to head offshore.

Can anyone tell me if any bread and butter type fish are caught in the river before hitting the ocean or around the canals?  Also the crabs, are they cauht around the canals etc.

Cheers

Steve

 Hey guys , just trying to find anyone's experiences or opinions on motors- Iv got a 5 mtr quinny coast runner with a 90 Johno 2 stroke and looking at trading in on a 4 stroke or etec. My budget is around the 12000$ and  so far after getting prices the 70 Suzuki and the 75 etec seem to look like best value for money??

the yammy 70 hours Iv been told is under powered and does have a few more hidden cost that bumps the price up, any advice on motors for my boat would be greatly appreciated

 Compleat Angler Seafari

1st May 2016 – 14th May 2016

As we have had 3 boats pull out there are a few spots available for this amazing trip.

This is an awesome fishing adventure that is simply not to be missed, 12 boats only. Imagine 5 days of organised fishing with experienced hosts sharing the local fishing knowledge and tactics with you along with a few, well-guarded, GPS co-ordinates to get you on your way!

Situated 22kms offshore from the town of Onslow, located 1,400km north of Perth, you have the option to travel in convoy to the Mackerel Islands, one of the world’s best fishing destinations.

Marlin, Sailfish, Yellowfin, Spaniards, Wahoo, GTs and a host of other top water speedsters are likely to be encountered along with premium quality table fish like Coral Trout, Ruby Snapper and Red Emperor.

The trip will be guided by the staff from Compleat Angler and Camping World – Nedlands, who will be more than willing to help you out with local knowledge and tactics for chasing your dream fish.

The trip commences on the 1st of May 2016 and goes until the 14th of May 2016. You are more than welcome to stay for the first week, second week, both or any other combination of days in between.

The lodges that we will be staying in are situated on the beach right in front of where the boats are moored, and are all self-contained. The pricing is approximately $1100 per person for 7 nights stay.

For more information please feel free to give us a call on (08) 9389 1337 and ask for Brian.

Does anyone know who sells the outboard flush bags?

So, I don't do much rod/reel fishing and the rod/reels that I have are better of in a museum. So i chucked it all out and bought 3 Penn SSV 9500 but what stumped me was what rod to buy! I'm looking around $200 each. And the shop I got reels from had 30 rods that had no flex under 100 bucks and 2 rods that were 500 bucks. Nothing in between

I'm not keen on broom handles as it needs to have a bit of flex also ill only be using them in 40-80m water depth and chasing dhueys/pinks probly run 30-50 lb braid any tips or what rods are the go or if anyone makes custom rods in bunno let me know. Oh and I don't want it to be to long just a nice short boat rod! 

Any ideas? 

Enjoy

 Pics for Mick C of the zest range of fillet knives bloody awesome gear . 

Gday all, haven't been on in a while. A few months back I was up near Broome and trying suss out how to fish the mangroves, so i posted a question on here and got some great answers http://fishwrecked.com/forum/mangrove-creek-fishing

Anyways, just thought i'd say cheers to those that posted, their info translated into me catching fish and having a great time along the way; the system works!

Recommendations for Suzuki service South of the river would be appreciated. I know Brett but he gets extremely busy and Im interested in finding alternatives.

Took the boys up to dongara on the weekend and went fishing off of the rocks in front of the caravan park, the young bloke managed to pick up his first mulloway. what a way to open his account for them lol

 Hi

I have an Ian miller raider travel rod 2-4kg 7ft 3" and the midde section just below where it connects to the top piece breaks. I am on my second rod due to this.

I was wondering if any one else has had problems.

The photo isn't very clear but a small piece goes above the broken piece.

www.heraldsun.com.au/news/victoria/police-investigate-iraq-veteran-kyle-tyrell-over-melee-with-torquay-fisherman/news-story/5dc4297357afc9280d7a6292487c218a

A FORMER high-ranking army officer who commanded 110 troops during the Iraq war is under police investigation following a violent melee with up to nine fishermen on a Surf Coast beach.

Kyle Tyrrell is being probed after a fight with the men who he alleges were crab-pot fishing along Cosy Corner beach at Torquay on Sunday.

Mr Tyrrell, 47, sustained minor injuries in the brawl, in which he claims his wife was also punched to the face, but the martial arts expert inflicted serious injuries on at least one of the alleged assailants, who was taken to hospital by ambulance.

No charges have been laid and police inquiries continue.

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if you are not able to access the website, copy and paste the header

"Iraq vet in melee with fishermen" onto google search and click on the herald sun link, it should bring up the full article.

:)

Looking for some feedback on choosing a new rod

I'm looking to pair a Stradic 5k with 30lb PE2 Braid to a Rod anywhere from 6 - 7.5 foot that I can use on a boat to cast at Tuna schools or for Dollies that's got a decent cast range and strength if I hook into larger models

I'd prefer PE 1 - 3 rod so I can fit on the Stradic 4k with PE1 for tailor to flick around shores or when pulling up to a reef

If it can be used to Jig as well great, if not it's not a deal breaker

Price range up to about $350

So far i've seen the Terez 7'2 10lb - 30lb with Fast, and an X-Fast action but i'm unsure how good the casting is with that rod using PE2 with lighter Stickbaits or Twisties

Enlighten me! =)

 does anyone know where I can buy large storage compartments to put in the floor of my boat. I can't find any decent size ones. 

Cheers

 Thinking of heading down before the marron season closes. Just wondering I f nets are allowed in the warren river? If so which ones the circular ones or the green dome type ones?

thanks

hey guys.

looking at getting myself a decent casting sliding combo im about 99% on the rod im going to get but im just wondering if any one has any prefrece on casting oh they use

any help or advice would be amazing :)

 how far north can you catch blue eye done the ruby and grey band thing want to boat a blue eye now if they are there

My Sister's (who is a single mum) boat was stolen from Coodanup last night some time before 230 am. 2005 Stacer Sea Sprite with a Mercury 15hp two stroke (2012'ish as the last motor was stolen previously) on the back. Reward offered.

The boat was loaded up and chained to the front of the house ready to go out this morning.

 Hull Rego: DC226

Trailer Rego: 1TFL 207

HIN: AU-TRX55743L405

Trailer VIN: 6FDAUFTRL4M071787 made by Dunbier

Outboard 2012: ON177869

This is probably an Aaron Rodgers hail mary pass....but yesterday evening I left a black Rip Curl backpack alongside the launching bays at the East Freo boat ramp. If anyone happened to pick it up and feels like doing a good deed I'd much appreciate it.

Description:
Pure Black Rip Curl Back Pack (white writing. The sort that is 2 back packs zipped together as one.

Contents:
- Old blue adidas trackies
- Old Grey jumper
- Star wars shirt
- Old beach towel
- Red Bluetooth radio
- Packet of medication

Please reply or PM me if you happened to pick it up.

Thanks!

 just a query on the strength of 100lb spectra braid from ebay as to whether it is as strong as the local tackle shop sell at twice the price.?

 Members,

As discussed previously, we are seeking to display and sell quality fishing knives.  These will not be your general use knives, rather the razor sharp blade to fillet your quality fish.  They should last a very long time if you look after them.

I have spent many days talking to good fishermen, talking to knife experts, conducting independent research and dealing with suppliers to try and pick the range that people would want and value.  I have our final draft range and would like to run it by you, knowledgeable FW Members, as a final check.  Have I missed a style?  Are the lengths appropriate?  Should some products be deleted?  Should some products be added?

It is quite an investment to put these products on display so we must find the balance between what people generally want and what we stock (there are so many options).  Set out below is our final draft selection, with some commentary.  I would really appreciate any comments you may have.

We will be able to beat or match prices for these goods from any retail outlet, plus you can look at the selection in one place.  We will release pricing when the list is finalised and the shop opens.

Thanks.

Mick

Victorinox 15cm Curved Boning Knife – Thin

This is my favourite knife.  The only drawback is that is sometimes too small.

Victorinox 15cm Curved Boning Knife - Thick

A little more “power” with the thicker blade.

Victorinox 15cm Straight Boning Knife

Victorinox 12cm Straight Boning Knife

Victorinox 9cm Straight Boning Knife

The straight boning knife range comes with various blade lengths.  The blade is rigid and the length difference allows many applications.

Victorinox 18cm Boning and Sticking Knife

A solid “combination” medium knife.

Swibo 17cm Skinning Knife

Swibo 21cm Skinning Knife

This is a knife style that a lot of people like.  A quality big fish filleting knife.  Sorry, no current image and it may have been discontinued after Victorinox purchased Swibo – will update following advice.

Carnivore 21cm Curved Filleting Knife

This is a cheaper option medium fish filleting knife.

Victorinox 20cm Straight Filleting Knife

Victorinox 16cm Straight Filleting Knife

The classic fish filleting and skinning knife with a flexible blade.

Dexter 20cm Straight Filleting Knife with Scabbard

Another option for a straight filleting knife with a matching scabbard that the knife will lock into.  If any Members know local leather workers that could produce good quality scabbards for the knife range, please let me know.

Victorinox 20cm Scimiter Knife

Victorinox 25cm Scimiter Knife

Large slicing knife with numerous fishing applications.

Victorinox 25cm Bullnose Knife – Thick

Victorinox 18cm Bullnose Knife – Thin

Bullnose “heavy duty” knives with thick and thin blade styles.

There are also a number of options for knife storage and sharpening.  Any comments on the below list would also be appreciated as well.

Carnivore Knife Roll

F Dick Tool Case

Victorinox Knife Safe

F Dick 60cm Magnetic Knife Rack

EZI LAP 200mm x 50mm Diamond Sharpening Plate

EZI LAP 26cm Diamond Sharpening Steel

Victorinox 30cm Medium Cut Round Steel

F Dick 30cm Dual Cut Round Steel

Bear 200mm x 50mm Oil Filled Sharpening Stone

Pharmalube Food Grade White Oil (1 Litre)