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10 TIPS FOR BAIT FISHING
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BY JUSTIN WILLMER Via Tackle Tactics When it comes to anglers getting into fishing, as well as when targeting certain species, there is no doubt that bait fishing is an effective starting option, while also being an extremely productive method in particular scenarios, often based around the environment being fished, target species and techniques being utilised. From the simplicity of drowning a prawn off the local jetty, to live baiting mangrove jack, rigging floats for luderick and trolling baits offshore, like lure fishing, bait fishing offers the absolute basics, through to extremely refined and technical tackle and presentations. In this...
CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROD & REEL
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By SHIMANO AUSTRALIA Choosing the right fishing set up Choosing and buying a new Shimano reel and/or rod can be confusing. In this article, we’ll help you decide which reel and rod you need for the type of fishing you do and the fish you catch. Estuary Fishing | Bream, flathead and whiting Most estuaries or saltwater rivers are good places to fish. Common fish species found in estuaries are: bream, flathead, whiting, squid, mullet and garfish. The best fishing methods for estuary fishing is light to medium tackle bait and lure fishing. Small to medium spinning reels from the 2500-3000 size...
6 HABITS OF SUCCESSFUL ANGLERS
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By ANDREW BLYTH There is a saying that 90% of fish caught are caught by 10% of the anglers. Now this statement may or may not be true but I bet we can all think of a friend, a family member, a colleague or even a fellow competitor in a tournament that is a really good at catching fish. No matter what the conditions, no matter what the target species is, or even the location they just seem to catch fish, they are successful at what they set out to achieve. If we look at this a different way –...
How To Catch BIG Flathead In Shallow Water
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By SHIMANO AUSTRALIA Dusky flathead are one of the most popular species in Australia. Big flatties can be found in most coastal waterways and estuaries. At times, big fish can be caught along beaches and even offshore. Smaller flatties are reliable, tasty and are considered an “everybody” fish, which is perhaps why captures, stories and photos of monster-size fish are so revered. At full maturity, dusky flathead are impressive creatures. Featuring a prehistoric looking head, big jaws, tough, leathery skin and impressive markings; it is not surprising big flatties were coined “crocs”. Studying how big flathead sunbake, ambush and attack...
Fishing The South East Queensland FAD's.
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