Anyone had any luck with some salmon at mewstone lately?

Hi Everyone

After much negotiation, I finally have approval from the boss to upgrade the rig from a 5m Quinny to a 6.7m plate ali. Interested in everyone's thoughts on which way to go - currently leaning towards a Bar Crusher 670HT, but not 100% convinced.

 While my boat is out of order I have been doing a bit of work on it and am almost at the electrics. Currently has 1 battery mounted under one of the rear seats on the boat next to where the plastic fuel tanks go, battery is unboxed which I dont like so will be boxing that and thinking of even relocating it for more space for fuel. So couple of questions.... Was taking a small portable jump starter out with me just incase but now thinking of installing a 2nd battery.

Where is the normal place for batterys to be mounted on an 18ft half cabin? Possible / safe to put them in front hatches? Maybe 1 either side for even weight distribution? Probably a prick of a job wiring one up either side though.

Should I install a 2nd battery or just get a good battery and stick with 1 for less weight and less space taken up by batteries and keep taking out jumpstarter?

Any advice or info appreciated. Cheers.

So I'm a pro filleter and I've been thinking about making a little extra money on my day off by teaching people how to fillet. Just wanted to float the idea with the brains trust here to see if its worth setting up, get an idea if you guys think its worthwhile or a waste of time.

- class size max 5 people (probs more like 2 or 3 depending on the season/bookings etc), classes on Saturday mornings.
- I'd set you up with a box of fresh fish and a brand new knife and over, say, 2 hours teach you how to fillet (two styles), skin and debone fish. It would be a real hands-on, learn as you go class. All safety gear, aprons supplied too gotta stay clean and in one piece lol.
- You take home the knife and the fish you cut. Quantity of fish will obviously depend on how well you apply yourself! Species of fish will depend somewhat on seasonality and market availability, but I have a 'wish list' of species I know from experience to be best for starter filleters.
- You get me. I've been doing this for quite a few years now, so you'll have the full attention of a helpful pro for a couple of hours. We'll be able to go over technique, really get your hand in and with a bit of coaching to smooth out any bits you have problems with. I train new guys at work, teaching you lot will be pretty similar.
- Class will be suitable for rec fishos, foodies, home masterchefs etc. Beginners who haven't put knife to fish before, and intermediates who can muddle through but would like someone to hold their hand for a day to clean up their technique.
- Class held in a professional seafood environment. NOR location, close to public transport etc. (I won't say where just yet, have to clear it before I go ahead. Don't want to step on any toes till I have my ducks in a row)
- not too sure how much it will cost yet, would love to hear your opinions on what you'd consider reasonable/affordable. So far for cost of materials + a bit on top to make it worth my time I'm looking at around $100 per person. There's wiggle room though, so your input would be valuable in terms of wether you would like it cheaper or if you wouldn't mind paying a bit more in return for a more premium brand of knife or fish to practice on etc.

Opinions? If you think its rubbish, or if you know of someone out there doing this already let me know (prefer the honesty than wasting my time!). Otherwise let me know if you think its a goer, or if there's any features you would like included or changed.

[Admin- hope this is ok? I'm not advertising a business - I don't even HAVE a business yet- just gathering some opinions is all :) ]

Just a reminder to Fishwrecked members we ARE OPEN ANZAC DAY (today) until 5.00pm. 

We stock a large range of fishing tackle including rods, reels, braids, lures, tackle boxes, bait and much more ....

The last few days has been crazy busy with our 30% OFF SALE so if you're wanting to stock up and SAVE $$$ now's the time!

“Lest We Forget”

 I have 2006 f250 for towing my boat think of buying a new f350 or f450 for towing 

is there some one on here with a late model f truck that I may ask some questions thanks

 Well after weeks of swell it likes finally we get to have a bash. Taking the day off Friday and heading out wide. Little spot where son got smoked the other week is the target placcy's and baits. Hopefully something to report soon. Who else has plans to head out? 

very versatile can be trolled or cast,huge amount of fishos down that way today,even ran into the little blue boat,firstly the old broomstick popper,bloody lethal these things.the other very goog value for money is bigjohns banana jigs also lethal,you don't need to spend big bucks

 i have a Sustain 5000 that I need to have serviced. Would normally send to Shimin but wanting to use it at the end of the week. Can anyone recommend a local who can give it a quick once over.

 Hey guys just chasing any advice on deep dropping for rubys out of coral bay. What depths should i start looking? Should I look for big shows on the sounder or just small shows. Any advice is much appreciated. Thanks brayden 

is there anybody is Dongara that wants a trip out fishing tomorrow. Leaving about 6am, back around midday. Picked up a couple of baldies this morning, hoping to do the same tomorrow. Share cost of bait and fuel.

Boats a 5.2m Genesis, and there's a bit of wind and swell, so don't bother if you get sea sick, I'm not coming in early. 

Message me if you're interested. 

Hi Guys,

After some advice on upgrading my boat. Have been thinking about the following 2 boats but not sure which way to go. Most fishing would be Busselton, but would get to Walpole, Coral Bay, Shark Bay. Just wondering which you would go for.

New Seajay Avenger Sports Side Console - 50/60hp 4 stroke approx $27k

Older ( 1997 era ) Westerberg runabout but get a new say 80/100hp 4 stroke

Josh 

Sorry guys, after numerous attempts, I can't seem to upload John Curtis reports.  I can view the whole thing when I preview the thread but it doesn't show up after saving it.  Weird shit.

Anyways, heres the link if you would like to read this weeks report:

http://www.abc.net.au/radio/perth/programs/saturdaybreakfast/fishing-report/8463730

 Any body know where to get 3 meters of 8mm galvanised chain at a good price?

I don't need a full sheet, anybody needing some and wants half a 2500mm x 1500mm x 12.5mm sheet. Think a full sheet is about $600. I'm NoR and think Hillarys boat shop sells it.

 I'm looking for ways to make loading the boat on the trailer easier, most of the time i am out on my own.. Having a pre existing injury on my right shoulder doesent help matters, and those that have have had those injuries and surgery know that it more than often goes to both shoulders as you compensate. 

Anyways winging out of the way, i am finding it hard to get the boat on the trailer straight and can take a couple of goes to line up. Also like to run away when taking it off the trailer as there seems to be alot of rollers and it runs off the trailer.  I was looking at the ezi loader for retrieving, but the back of the trailer seems to be very wide between the back rollers with a massive gap in the middle? 

Not sure if this is normal or not, also have these things at the back of the trailer. Are they something i could attached a guide to help load?

dropped leg this morning,off to jetpower[rang 1st]impellor on the self,20% off the price all back together,ready to go back on the motor,very easy to do nowadays. only 1 blade left on the impellor,bugger

Enjoy 

 needed a hair cut wife needed to go shopping so decided go back to Bentley s/centre next to where mother in law use to live ,hair cut cost was 16.00 plus always offered a short black or bottled water no cost ,if there is a que or after the hair cut difference this time was i walked out wife was waiting for me just outside their door owner came out with another short black and in his  his broken english / lebanese accent said for you madame , pretty sure these people have assimulated and want us to experience their tradition or custon , strange how one simple act can change the percetion and makes you feel that in amongst all this doom and gloom there are down to earth people  

I'm thinking about upgrading my anchor rope. Interested in thoughts on how much is required or desired.

I have a stressfree freefall drum winch which I highly rate. It has about 70 useable meters of 3 strand 8mm nylon and 8mm chain, so I can reliably anchor in maybe 25 meters but have hooked up on rock in 30 meters before.

The drum can hold 90 of 8mm rope and 8mm of 8mm shortlink chain. I think previous damage has shortened it which is why I have 75m now.

I'm thinking of keeping the chain and 10m of the 8mm nylon and putting on 160m of 6mm doublebraid either nylon or polyester. This will increase my anchoring range to around 60-80m for fishing. (The manufacturer rates the drum capacity for this)

There is a possibility to add more if I put 100m of 4 or 5mm dyneema on the bottom of the drum.

Question is: Is it really worth it? It seems like holding a spot on anchor with that much rope out would not really be possible with that much swing which is usual in anything less than perfect weather.

What do you guys think?

Just today I was fishing out the back of 3 mile / staggies. In 22-27m of water.

We saw uneven water so went to check it out. And what looked like a school of large fish. It created a WAKE OF WAVES. We went parrallel to it and it wouldve been travelling close to 20 knots. We saw a 25-30cm fish jump out of the water (other times throughout the day too).

Im thinking maybe large tuna? Like 70-100cm. But can they create a wake of waves? We seriously thought it was a humpback whale. Nothing surfaced.

Due to many request's from people to extend the sale and the overwhelming response we have received we've decided to do so.

So, we're going to continue the 30% OFF Storewide SALE until Sunday 7th @ 5pm but no further extensions.

30% OFF STOREWIDE SALE
20% OFF All Shimano & Daiwa reels (including Stella’s & Saltiga’s/limited stocks)

 Not a bad day out from Denham with a decent pink and a nice spangled 

 We left hillarys plan was to chase some salmon down Scarborough  way then fish the bottom. As we passed the east cardial marker the heat alarm came on so we stopped at our skippy spot.it was pretty slow but we managed a few skips and tarwhine when Nev had a big run on the light gear and called it for a flapper. Changed his tune when we saw the snapper.Good effort on light gear.didn't  hold out much hope as it was a dog soluner day with a very low co. Efficiency day. Went home slowly, will need to buy some chips!

 just want an idea of who uses what weather sites for boating as some sites are saying sw winds this arvo and others are saying ne winds any help would be great

 not sure what is happening but have been trying to up load pics since Easter ,subject - forums -choose file - up loads to 100% -waiting for fishwrecked and then {the file in the field was unable to be up loaded !} now ive posted before so what has changed any ideas , messaged Adam havent heard back 

 Another arsole caught red handed on facebook Jurien Bay and surrounds Fishing and Boating

 Hi, I know it's a personal thing but want to head south for a beach fish at the weekend.   So here geos, Tims Thicket or between White Hills and Preston Beach or betwee Preston Beach and Myalup.

Thanks Dave

 Hi

Just wondering whether anyone has stayed in any of the houses in coral bay. Looking to take our 6.8 meter boat and trying to work out which houses have parking to easily accommodate boat and 4wd. Thanks in advance.

 Went for squid today off mindaire! Bit hard being no 

sun too get on the weed banks! Ended up with 9 ! Few 

biggies round ! Bit of swell running so pulled up on 

foam mate got big pile and I nailed a nice snook and 

herring on the troll ! Had of had some little slices 

would've cleaned up the herring!but very promising 

for a good ceph season!! Cheers pirate !