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Fishing/ Spearing trip round oz on a pushy

Submitted by alex-2481 on Tue, 2012-02-28 20:28

Hey guys,

New to the forum but browsing through some of the threads it looks like there is an abundance of valuable information and knowledge to tap into and thought it would be a crime not to post my proposed adventure up here. By the looks of things im not the first to do such a trip as i came across a thread similar to this on here.

I plan to circumnavigate Australia on my bicycle, fishing and spearing the coastline where i can, looking for work along the way to top up supplies enough for the essentials. I start next week (9th March 2012), leaving Byron Bay and heading north. It will be great to meet other keen fisho's along the way, so please dont hesitate if you have the time to get in touch. As you know good fishing opportunities can be hard to find when you are away from your own special spots.

ive been fishing since before i can remember and was lucky enough to grow up on a boat with my old man, fishing most of the east coast. Over the last 5 years i havnt had access to a boat and have become quiet the keen rockhopper around my local headland, Cape Byron. If anyone has any advice, work, or are willing to put up with me for a days fishing i would be extremely grateful.

well, cheers for now and will be great to hear from you.

 

Alex

 


Interchangeability of stella spools - a listing.

Submitted by Browny on Tue, 2012-02-28 19:56

When I was looking for spare spools for my Stella 10000SW, I came across this listing whilst googling, and thought it worth replicating for fellow F/W members use.

FA - USA model.

JDM - Japanese Domestic Model. (always has letters before numerals. ie. SW10000.)

USDM - United States Domestic Model. (always has numerals before letters. ie 10000SW)

2002 FA = US model:

4000FA spool interchangeable with 5000FA

6000FA spool interchangeable with 8000FA.

10000FA spool interchangeable with 16000SW or 20000FA. (16000SW is JDM upgrade spool)

20000FA interchangeable with 16000SW or 10000FA.

2008 SW = JDM model:

SW4000PG - no spool interchangeable.

SW4000XG - no spool interchangeable.

SW5000PG or HG or XG spool interchangeable with SW6000** and SW5000S (SW6000 has larger capacity, and SW5000s is shallow spool.)

SW6000PG or HG spool interchangeable with SW5000** and SW5000S.

SW8000PG or HG spool interchangeable with SW10000**, SW12000, 10000SW(USDM), SOM8000, and SOM16000.

SW10000PG or XG spool interchangeable with SW8000**, SW12000, 10000SW(USDM), SOM8000, and SOM16000.

SW18000PG or HG spool interchangeable with SW20000PG, SW20000MAX, SOM18000, and SOM20000.

2009 SW = USDM model:

5000SW spool interchangeable with SW6000**(JDM), and SW5000S.

8000SW or SWPG spool interchangeable with SW10000**, 10000SW(USDM), SW12000, SOM8000, and SOM16000.

10000SW spool interchangeable with SW10000**(JDM), 8000SW(USDM), SW12000, SOM8000, and SOM16000.

18000SW spool interchangeable with SW20000PG, 20000SW(USDM), SW20000MAX, SOM18000, and SOM20000.

20000SW spool interchangeable with SW20000PG, 18000SW(USDM), SW20000MAX, SOM18000, and SOM20000.

NOTE: 2002 spools not interchangeable with 2008/09 spools.

NOTE: Twinpower spools are interchangeable with Stella spools.

 

Hope this helps>

Cheers.

Browny.


New reel

Submitted by Spinnerak on Tue, 2012-02-28 17:06

In the market for a light reel, planning on running 10lb through it and use it for light plastics 

and maybe throwing a few small hardbods around.

around $250, atm its stradic 2500 vs. Pfueger Patriarch 9235 XT vs. Daiwa tierra 2500

just looking for your thoughts, and if it helps the rod is a FWA 4-6kg spin


Rotto Overnighter - 03/03/2012

Submitted by BigClarky on Tue, 2012-02-28 15:57

Gday Lads,

I am planning an over night session this saturday at Rotto. My Fisheries mate is up from Esperance for the weekend, so he will be tagging along.

Probably heading out from Fremantle early arvo, and fishing the south side (30-50's) till dark. Depending on how the wind and swell forecast develops over the next 3-4 days, I am planning to sleep on the boat in Geordie Bay at my mates mooring. Then get up early sunday and catch some liveys and hit up the FADS all sunday.

Hopefully the forecasted weather continues to ease and I am able to get amongst it and give you boys a good report sunday evening.

 


myalup beach fishing

Submitted by jase on Tue, 2012-02-28 15:35

Going to Myalup saturday day/night. Anyone been in the last week catching much, Hoping for some tailor and whiting?


wierd critter

Submitted by Carry on Tue, 2012-02-28 14:21

wierd critter


New Release Rules from IGFA

Submitted by Alan James on Tue, 2012-02-28 13:01

This maybe of interest to some, the IGFA has announced the following new release rules.

 

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IGFA Codifies New Release Rules and Recommendations

Recreational anglers – whether weekend fishermen, world record hunters, or tournament competitors – are becoming increasingly conscious of the need to conserve the fish they love to pursue. As they call for more and better science to strengthen the health of fisheries the world over, they have also looked for ways to reduce the impact of their hobby on game fish species. In particular, more and more tournaments are adopting an all-release format, necessitating a standard for released catches. Answering this need, the International Game Fish Association has codified a new set of Release Rules to clarify and support the ideals of ethical recreational angling.

It is IGFA’s hope that establishing a definition for an “official IGFA release” will not only institute a standard by which anglers can compare releases, but also, and more importantly, encourage anglers to continue releasing fish. At its recent annual board meeting in January, the IGFA Board of Trustees approved the following:

IGFA will consider a fish officially released when one of the following actions is completed:
A. The mate is able to grab the leader
B. The swivel hits the rod tip
C. The connection (knot, splice, etc.) between the leader and the mainline/double line/ fly line passes through the rod tip

Leader lengths must conform to current IGFA tackle requirements. Specifically, for line up to and including 10 kg (20 lb) the leader may not exceed 15 feet. In lines over 10 kg (20 lb), the leader may not be in excess of 30 feet. All leader measurements are inclusive of the lure or hook arrangement and are measured to the bend of the last hook. IGFA tackle requirements for fly fishing do not stipulate a maximum overall length for fly leaders. However, since IGFA rules do not allow class tippets heavier than 10 kg (20 lb), IGFA will adopt the convention of allowing a maximum fly leader length of 15 feet in keeping in accordance with the regulations for conventional tackle. Fly leader length is inclusive of the fly and will be measured to the bend of the last hook. Shock tippets may not measure more than 12 inches (30.48 cm) in length and class tippets must be a minimum of 15 inches (38.10 cm) in length. 

This new rule sets a standard for a released catch, and makes release formats more accessible for tournaments – many of which already use IGFA Rules as the basis for their tournament rules.

“Anything we can do to promote the proper release of fish, especially in a tournament setting, is good,” IGFA President Rob Kramer said. “By establishing rules for what constitutes a release, the IGFA hopes to facilitate more fish making it back to the water alive and in the best possible health.”

While adopting this rules change, the IGFA Board of Trustees also saw the unique and beneficial opportunity to create a recommendation for best practices for safe and ethical release of fish:

• Circle hooks are encouraged when fishing with live or dead natural bait
• The hook should be removed if possible and will not cause additional harm to angler or fish
• If the hook cannot be removed, the leader should be cut as close to hook as possible
• Mates should refrain from manually breaking or “popping” leaders because this can cause additional harm to fish, especially those not hooked in the jaw. 
• Ample time should be taken to revive exhausted fish by gently moving them forward in the water to get water flowing over the gills. 
• Knotless, rubber coated nets should be used on fish that are netted.

“Anglers have realized that in order for our sport to thrive, we must each take responsibly for being good stewards of our resources,” Kramer added. “The IGFA is proud to be taking a progressive part in that effort with these changes and recommendations.”

Project boat for the deep

Submitted by wangler on Tue, 2012-02-28 09:05

http://perth.gumtree.com.au/c-Boats-Jet-Skis-boats-jet-skis-other-Russian-submarine-W0QQAdIdZ358595765


Looks like SwanRiverFisher is selling the speed machine

Submitted by whipasswaverunner on Tue, 2012-02-28 09:04

Just saw this ad come up, not using it enough.

http://www.boatsonline.com.au/boats-for-sale/used/power-boats/2001-trophy-150hp-mercury/109745


furuno fishfinders

Submitted by meglodon on Mon, 2012-02-27 22:11

HGi can anyone help me out with a bit of info on two models of furuno being, fcv 581 & fcv 582. There are two advertise on Ebay without transducers and as I have never heard of these models I seeking info on how good they are rated as and can you buy transducers for these models, whiuch I believe are quite old. They arwe at a very attractive price and have a good size screen for old farts like me. Any and all info or directions on where to look up non biased reports on them would be appreciated

Thanks


Boat rod

Submitted by JK on Mon, 2012-02-27 21:28

Hey everyone !!   My dad did just go out and brought a boat   yay !!  But before we go out i need a outfit to catch some fish :) 
Just wondering if anyone has any ideas or good rods that will get the job done  im only 16 so i have a bit of a budget aha

any suggestions would be awsome

Cheers


Jurien whiting

Submitted by Tandawg on Mon, 2012-02-27 21:16

Hi all,  just posting to see if anyone can give me the heads up on where I can catch some small sand whiting for bait in Jurien using a boat.  In other words, I am chasing some large areas of sandy bottom to catch about half a dozen.  Just general areas will suffice and preferably in depths less than 10m and closer to the marina.

 

Thanks in anticipation


swan mulloway

Submitted by Nickk on Mon, 2012-02-27 21:05

where's the best place to get a hold of a swan mulloway? Looking to get into the mulloway fishing and need a place to start thanks for the help


sambo?

Submitted by Redemperor000 on Mon, 2012-02-27 18:47

hey all, caught this little fish of ammo jetty few years ago, was very suprised when brought up, it was only tiny 12cm at best, colours were very bright, looks like a baby sambo but hasnt been comfirmed, any thoughts,

cheers,


Shark and Mulla LB Trip

Submitted by metroLBfisher on Mon, 2012-02-27 17:59

Just wondering if anyone was Keen on getting few people together and heading somewhere north or south from perth for a mulla and shark overnight session.

Head there early arvo find ourselves a nice gutter and get all set up before the night comes!

If anyone has any suggestions on where to go or who else is keen, just comment! be nice to meet a few keen FW members!

 

Hopefully few people have got the fishing bug like i do.

 

Cheers Jamie!


Nissan Pathfinder 2001

Submitted by Mitch1 on Mon, 2012-02-27 17:44

 Hey Guys,

 

Just wondering if any of you have a Nissan Pathfinder and how they go off-road on beaches and stuff?

 

Thanks

Mitch


Diawa saltist 40-50

Submitted by rails8291 on Mon, 2012-02-27 15:20

Hey guy how are we all, I have a question I'm not sure on, I'm running a big game land based rod, looking at getting a diawa saltist, not sure which one to get, do I go the 40 or 50. I'll be targeting sharks from shore, any ideas and reasons would be very much appreaciated, Thanks Rails


Nissan Navara D40 ST-X

Submitted by hayden on Mon, 2012-02-27 14:39

Hi Guys

 

I have a 2008 nissan navara i love this car to bits as it does what i want..But i have had a ew problems with it in stalling after starting.

Now its a manual 2.5ltr turbo desiel..... Now the issue is sometimes when u start the car it just turns it self of then takes couple times to re start it again even tho the clutch is flat to floor. I am just wondering if anyone else has had the same problem and got it fixed or are in the same boat as me i wanna get this sorted before i go on holiday as i dont want this happening when i am towing the boat

 

so if anyone has this problem and can help it will be much greatful

 

Cheers

 

Hayden


WTB terez 15-30lb spin

Submitted by crugs1 on Mon, 2012-02-27 13:33

anyone got a terez 7'2 15-30lb spin that they'd like offload?


shark fishing

Submitted by jase on Mon, 2012-02-27 11:07

Just seeing if anyone can help me with a question. A old bloke earlier in the year told me if you want to catch sharks to use cat food. Just wondering if anyone knows if this works and if its legal for starters? It wont be on a metro beach but south. Be happy to get 1 to freeze all others will be thrown back. Any help would be gre3at boys. Cheers


Long Range Fuel Tank ? - which one ?

Submitted by Dan on Mon, 2012-02-27 10:58

Howdy,

thinking of getting a long range fuel tank for my Navara (D40)

anyone got one ? - which brand ? - any recommendations, pros/cons ?

cheers

Dan


Poll : Esky / Cooler Sizes

Submitted by Dizzy on Mon, 2012-02-27 09:42

Just looking through the range of sizes in Dave's Xtreme Coolers and trying to work out what's going to be the best size in terms of portability & realistic sizes without taking up excessive deck space.

 

I have a big under-floor area with an uninsulated rectangular tub in it at the moment, plus a run-of-the-mill multi-purpose eski on the deck, but want to get something dedicated for the boat.

Was wondering what you metro guys are using and find the best for size vs portability .............. vs reality.

 

I'm thinking the XT120 model at the moment (1360 x 400 x 430) - volume not huge, but optimistic enough for some big macks etc !

(PS : Dave, it says 100L -  but doesn't the model number reflect the volume : i.e. XT120 is 120L ?)


apprenticeship

Submitted by pom down under on Mon, 2012-02-27 09:30

 hey there, iam 17 looking for a job or an apprenticeship.

dont really know what i want to do at the moment, so if anybody could help me out i would appreciate it 

 

cheers pom 


Fishing dreams.

Submitted by Jeffree on Sun, 2012-02-26 23:37

Anyone had any wild, unusual, or reoccuring fishing dream?
please share with me. I have had a few, but the one that stands out the most is last night, when i had a dream that my swimming pool from my old house filled with big fish, and i spent hours there catching them :) DID NOT WANT TO WAKE UP. Forced myself back to sleep 2 or 3 times. ahaha


how to tie leader to a bimini twist help

Submitted by brg on Sun, 2012-02-26 18:41

hey guys can u please give me some advice on how to connect leader to a btwist ive heard cats paw is the go and if that was to a swivel im set but how do you connect a leader? cheers


Best time to go Fishing up North to Exmouth

Submitted by Sinohe on Sun, 2012-02-26 17:32

Hi Guys,

I have been dreaming to go up North one day and I really want to make it happen this year. So I thought I ask you guys what do you think is the best place and time to go?

I don’t know if there is a post already about this topic as I did try searching and nothing came up, so if there is I apologise.


metro mack updating log thread

Submitted by uncle on Sun, 2012-02-26 16:47

how does everyone think about this thread, good way to help newbys and those chasing their first mack,don't have to give way favourite spots etc be intereasting to see what the catch rate is per hour,I'll kick it off, my secret spot is Mindarie behind the 3 mile,so far 13 hours for 5 fish which is 1 fish just under every 2 hours


camp cooking

Submitted by fisho-ron on Sun, 2012-02-26 16:42

hi guys

we have been hitting the camping alot lately and i am in the proccess of buying a camper trailer as well, hence things getting sold.

we are just about sick of the old boring snags and steak on the bbq, even though they are nice, some differant things to mix it up a bit dont hurt.

 

you are not aloud to have open fires at alot of camp sites so we looked into other options for cooking in the cast iron camp ovens using gas.

it started with me cutting a 60ltr drum up and mounting the cast iron 3 ring burner in the inside, shelf in the middle and the lid on top to create a oven.....

well this worked a treat and we have been cooking bread, pizzas, roast lamb, pork, even roast chicken and has all come out perfect.

 

then the other day while looking in a camping shop we spotto these smokers!!, a couple of small mods to fit the 3 ring burner and we now have a 2 shelfed oven and boy does it work a treat.

in the pics you can see you can use it as a 1 shelf or 2, or you can put a bbq plate on top and cook snags and steak, we had pizzas in it last night, 2 at a time and im sure carl (crushed) can vouch for how good they come out.

i have a roast lamb and veges in atm while typing this.

 

so its 5 star camping for us now with the sky the limit for whatever we want to cook and put a nice smell through the camp sites, im sure a few people are already doing simalar things but this is so simple and it works exellent.

would love to see other ideas as well.

cheers ron

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


long weekend

Submitted by billstar on Sun, 2012-02-26 16:05

Hey guys, long weekend coming up whos got fishing planned?  im still trying to think where to give a go :/


Ignorant

Submitted by Pembo on Sun, 2012-02-26 14:23

What are school sand whiting like for tailor / mulloway bait?

 

If I was to go down and catch a couple of dozen sand whiting from about 18cm are they good bait?...or is this frowned upon by other fishos? I have no idea, I just want to know what the ettiquette is.