G`day boys

                  Trying to decide on a SP dermersal jigging reel capable of flicking HB around the snags up north for Barra as well

Can`t decide between the Stradic ci 4000 and certate 10 3000 ???

have used the shimano with great results and haven`t heard a bad report as yet

As for the Certate never used one so cant comment

Any input  For and Against either reels will be appreciated.

Cheers Boomer

Anyone know where to buy em or anyone got any for sale?

Gday,

heading up to lancelin for a weekend in august. Just wondering if anyone knows of anywhere that hires out boats up there?

Ive done a search but i couldnt find much info that was helpful.

any help would be much appreciated.

thanks

 Hey lads,

I'm sure you have seen a few posts like this but i want some more opinions on what you guys prefer over braid or mono?

On all my reels at the moment I use braid, but am thinking of going to mono for a change. The only thing that stops me from using mono is the line thickness.

What do you guys think on braid and mono?

Hey guys,
Im in the market for a new reel, its primary uses will be a bit of sambo jigging and also casting stickbaits and poppers

Im undecided between and Catalina or Twinpower, and whether the Twinpower is worth the extra few dollars

Specs
CATALINA 4500            -- Ratio - 5.1 --Max Drag 10kg - Bearing 9+1
TWINPOWER SW 8000 --Ratio - 5.6 -- Max Drag 25kg - Bearings 10+1

The Catalina would be more suited for jigging with the lower ratio, would the Twinpower be fine for jigging especially as it has more stopping power.

The Reel will be matched with a Daiwa Saltist Demon blood 762X Pe 5-6 for casting
And then swapped to a PE4-6 jigging rod yet to be purchased

I'd assume the Shimano would come with a spare spool but i am uncertain about the catalina????
Also how does the actual size of the reels compare??



Any inputs guys and girls would be much appreciated

There are too many choices in the fishing world

Cheers Duffman

 hi every1,i was thinking about going down to e shed to maybe have a go in the near future for mulloway,but was thinking what size sinkers to use on my rig to hold in the current,i know i was thinking around 4 oz star sinker but i thought it might be a little light to hold in the currents

 anyone heard of or used one?

i bought one a month ago (1-3kg) and matched it with my 1000 ci4 stradic.

i was more than impressed with it, and with the new nano technology, it was virtualy unbreakable. i put it through quite a bit and it was just extremely strong for a 1-3kg bream rod.

 Hi there guys, just wondering if anyone knows where i can see or upload an Online Sea Map or depth chart of WA coast line (Rotto Trench & other goodies well offshore) ??

Ok dont all be jealous. The Boss (aka the loved one) has just given me a voucher for $1500. And its not my money either!!!

I also have an old one! Yeh ha for $200. So I have $1700 to spend on fishing gear.

Now a few on here will know I have stayed away from Stella's because I am a rough fisho, dont baby my gear etc. It has to be tough to be in my/our hands.

I am not a comp fisho, more like I love it to death, get out there and try and do the best I can.

With this PRIZE, one Stella and a rod to match, or 2 Twinpowers and rods.

I have a problem. I dont go back from a fav anything, so if I get the Stella I might be forced to never look back.

Budget Budget???

Some on here have said go for it with the Stella's, but I am not forgetting the Daiwa range either.

IMHO a 1k+ reel is a treasure, and I am not sure that I am respectfull enough for that>

Just asking for opinions about this DILEMMA!!!!!!!!!!

Neels

PS What a women!!!

 22 July 2011 22/2011

http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/man-fined-38000-for-overfishing-in-western-australia/story-e6frfku0-1226099998313

Read more: http://www.news.com.au/breaking-news/man-fined-38000-for-overfishing-in-western-australia/story-e6frfku0-1226099998313#ixzz1SoqFxGmJ

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Well done Magistrate, well done, send a HARD message to all those that poach!

 ps... if they had all fished and marked their catch in accordance with the rules then there would not have been an issue.

Seems his fishing mates & him did not turn up in court to prove they had only 20kg each!

hey guys is anyone going eshed tonight im heading down with a few mates and do you think there would still be mulloway hanging around even tho the full moon is past?

Guys,

Looking at going for a fish solo tomorrow from Geraldton and fishing down around African Reef. If any one wants to jump on for a fish let me know. Wont be an early start but the weather should be good all day. Head out about 9ish and back before dark. Mainly SP's and looking for new/any ground. Never fished out of here before.

If anyone is keen sms me on 0402904272.

Cheers

plz help im going fishing tommorow mornin but im not sure to go to hillarys or asi as ive heard that u might catch pinkies at asi this time of the year and that hillarys can be decent for different species

So far my missus has bought me a : saltiga z 50,saltiga GT, hyper certate 4000pe, 20000/18000 stellas, torsa 40, ocea bluerose 60md, fisherman monster GT rod, fisherman yellowtail rod, saltiga 80tn, and I think that's about it not including lures line and halfies in fishing holidays and Christmas is coming up

hi guys and gals

i trying to set up a stall at canning vale fleamarket this sunday, i will be paddling my fishing tackles

Esp the AJN Stealth Carbon Rod, i will be doing a full introduction on the 2 models

so drop by and visit me and remember to tell me u are from fishwrecked.com

cheer and see u guys there

Looks like a good day's fishing is to be had tomorrow (Saturday)

Who is planning to go?

It is really hard for a novice like me to be able to decipher all this forecasting stuff, most of the time I just look out the front window and wonder.

Lots of time the forecast is totally different to what I am seeing.

Hi boys

          After the great response for Chainstores . What is your favourite fishing  presenter tv or movie ?

           I think i will run with Matty Watson The Ultimate Fishing Show this guy has it all .

Enjoy

 hey guys check this out that would of scared the shit out of me

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/newshome/9888535/great-white-shark-breach-boat/

Picture courtesy of Oceans Research.

Pictures have emerged of a three-metre great white shark after it breached into a marine research vessel off the coast of South Africa.

According to the Cape Times, six researchers from Mossel Bay on the Southern Cape, were collecting data on sharks near Seal Island on Monday when the 500kg shark landed in the boat.

“Activity around the boat ceased for about five minutes and all was pretty quiet at the stern,” field specialist Dorien Schroder told the Cape Times.

“Next thing, I hear a splash and see a great white breach out of the water from one side of the boat hovering, literally, over a crew member chumming on the port side.”

The predator landed on the boat’s fuel and bait storage containers. The shark began to panic cutting fuel lines as it thrashed around on the deck.

Another boat of scientists was radioed to assist with removing the great white from the deck. While the researchers waited for help, water was poured over the shark’s gills in an endeavour to keep it alive.

Attempts to return the shark to the water, including tying one end of a rope around its tail and the other end to the side of another vessel, failed.

The vessel was then towed to Mossel Bay harbour where a crane was used to lift the predator off the boat.

Water was hosed into the shark’s mouth to ventilate its gills while ropes were secured to its tail.

As soon as the shark was returned to the water it swam away towards the mouth of the harbour and about 30 minutes later was found beached.

This time rescuers attached ropes to the shark’s tail and behind the pectoral fins and slowly towed it out to sea.

About a kilometre out to sea, the shark regained its orientation and swam away.

i was watching Ifish the other day and he was spruking some pfd 1 jackets with sleeves that zip on and off

i rang a tackle world store and he said never heard of them does anyone know what brand and where to look for them ive had a look online but no luck so far

thanks

Hi all..

any suggestions on which is the best braid to put on stradic ci4 2500,i normally target bream & flathead in warmer months..

its going on a t curve 702xl 7ft,using hard bodied & soft plastics,i use fireline on my other reels & had no problems to date

                                                     Thanks guys

                                                  Andy

was thinking of going somewere tonight anyone going out tonight

if so where are you headed

Theres no doubt that the Zman StreakZ XL 8inch SP is a winner with demersal species and the stretchy material makes it perfect for the northern trips where teethy critters give you a hard time.

The new 4 colours are awesome and in stock but the Root Beer/Gold is due tomorrow (approx). The Glow for snapper and night fishing, the nucluer chicken is always a popular colour and the *the 3rd one down (Opening Night) doesnt do it justice. Its a purple sheen upper, clear pearl bottom section mixed in with silver glitter strips (awesome)

The 4 new colours;

Glow

Root Beer/Gold

*Opening Night

Nuclear Chicken

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A bit of info for the FW members that havnt used them/seen them;

True to its motto – 'The Science & Art of Fishing' – Z-Man prides itself on bringing cutting edge technology to anglers.

Z-Man’s proprietary ElaZtech® is a remarkable material that is soft and pliable yet as much as 10X Tougher than other soft plastic baits.

ElaZtech resist nicks, cuts, and tears better than traditional soft baits; they have been blasted with a shot-gun, stabbed with steak knives, and chomped by Mackerel, Wahoo, Tailor and other toothy critters. Despite this deliberate abuse, ElaZtech baits not only remain fishable, but with their realistic appearance, they consistently outfish ordinary plastics by a wide margin.

ElaZtech baits boast one of the highest Fish Per Bait ratings in the industry making them a very economical bait to use... and ElaZtech baits are non-toxic. Unlike most other soft plastic baits, ElaZtech contains no PVC, Plastisol, or Phthalates.

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From the importer of Eupro products, they have just released a new Jigging rod called Expert Graphite "Ares Jig".

Stylish bling with all Quality Fuji components. All models 1 piece and range between $329 - $379 (then less FW discount)

Spin  5'3 PE1-3 (Max 150g)

Spin  5'3 PE2-4 (Max 200g)

Overhead 5'3 PE 3-5 (Max 250g)

Overhead 5'3 PE 4-8 (Max 350g)

Also back in stock, these popular rods for Egi, Demersal SP & jigging work;

Hearty Rise EGI Force B & C models (between $239 -$349)

Hearty Rise Jig Force Spin & Overhead (PE 1.5-3 Max 120g) ($339)

Eupro Salty Fighter Spin & Overhead (PE 0.8-2 Light jigger) ($159)

EuproTwincraft 6'2 PE  (PE 1.5-3 Max 120g) ($159)

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Fishwrecked Crew,

                            I`m thinking about using a Bow mounted Elec Motor with Auto Pilot ( stationary anchoring GPS system ) on my Quintrex WB Dory when out and about bottom bouncing. Has anybody used one of the new GPS Min Kotas in a boat my size at sea. Am i dreaming here or am I on a winner? What sort of thrust would I need to maintain position in a light breeze and current and what sort of $$ would I have to pay for one??

Appreciate your replies

Timboon

greeny ko 10th rnd, all respect to tarver, on top from the word go.

greeny not on his game tonight.

cant wait for a rematch!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VFkZK4YL-jU&feature=related

IMO

 How awesome does it look! Is it legit? I never knew there were albino barras. Nothing comes up on here when i search for it either. I wanna catch one :D