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    Sixspine and Yellowfin Leatherjacket

    in The Aquarium

    Posted

    There are over 50 species of jackets in Australia. Most have major colour differences between m/f and many have significant morphs.

    I'm not convinced both pics are the same species.

    Fish 1 has characteristics of a juvenile female 6 spine. But I'm still researching

    It's difficult to zoom in on the photo.

    Are there hints of spines near the tail or is that dirt? 45b64760c11afd8cd3be6225f0d77f2c.jpg

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    Both fish had spines near the tail, I noticed this when I caught them and tried inspecting for clues.

    I have just had a another look at the original photos, Fish 1 has 6 spines. Fish 2 has approx. 4 spines.

    Sixspine and Yellowfin Leatherjacket

    in The Aquarium

    Posted

    To me most leatherjackets tend to look similar and I always thought some day I will try and work out the difference.

    I caught both of these under the harbour bridge (Luna Park side). To me they both look like a Yellowfin Leatherjacket but looking at the photos when I got home I am starting to doubt myself.

    Also caught a third leatherjacket which was definitely a Fanbelly.

    Fish 1

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    Fish 2

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    Thompsons Creek Dam

    in Freshwater Fishing Reports

    Posted

    There isxa big dog at the carpark outlining the rules for this dam. Al mcburnie had put a lot of effort into keeping this dam open so do the right thing! Includes staying off the wall no matter how tempted you may be by big cruising fish

    It seems like a great fishing location with simple rules to follow.

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    Thompsons Creek Dam

    in Freshwater Fishing Reports

    Posted

    Hey Raiders,

    Finally getting some time to myself since our baby girl was born, I met up with my cousin and we drove out to Thompsons Creek Dam for the first time. Due to commitments, we didn't leave Sydney till after lunch and arrived at about 3.30pm.

    Having only fished freshwater less than half a dozen times and my cousin never fished freshwater previously, we had very little knowledge between us - but thanks to all the fishraiders and their advice, we felt like we knew exactly what to do!!

    Even though we watched a few huge browns cruise in close to the dam wall, after chatting to a fisherman we weren't very optimistic as he told us how it's been slow lately. We walked about 1km or so down the west side of the dam, having frequent casts along the way with no luck. We kept coming across huge rainbows in pairs, but they weren't interested at anything we threw at them.

    After no success, nor a follow and with the sun almost gone we decided to turn around and walk back with some pace to safely find our way to the car. Spotting another teasing school of large rainbows, I decided to have one last cast and my Tassie Devil (Colour: Pink Lady) was taken after 2 winds but not by the larger fish. Not caring at the time, and a little while later I land my first NSW rainbow trout at 34cm. The walk back to the car was extremely hard barely seeing a few feet in front of us.

    Sorry about the lack of photos, but it just wasn't working out with the lack of lighting. Overall it was very exciting, and I hope to return again in the coming weeks and try and land a larger model and maybe the fish are in a more corporative mood.

    Thanks again to all the advice from everyone, really appreciated.

    Trout Fishing - Blue Mountains?

    in Freshwater Fishing Chat

    Posted

    I had all these plans to visit the Thompson Creek Dam but ended up under estimating the efforts required for a new born, nevertheless very exciting stuff!!

    With things now settling, I was wondering if I have missed the time of the year for trout fishing that area? I am not an expert in fresh water fishing but I was planning to head up on Sunday for an afternoon fish. Has the weather already warmed up that I have missed my chance or is it still cool enough to chase them? Are afternoons any good or are mornings better?

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    Thumbs up for Shimano

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted · Edited by aeb870

    I have been an advocate of Shimano for no less than 10 years now, and just as I was considering buying a different brand they went above and beyond again!

    I had bought a Shimano raider for a weekend away (didn't want to spend too much for the occasion), and kept it in a hard case fearing any knocks that will impact the structural integrity. Had a great weekend with lots of fun on the rod, the following weekend I went for a quick fish and as I was setting up the rod when the tip snapped. I was very upset and confused as I was sure the 2 week old rod was treated perfectly. Knowing that I would never be able to claim warranty on a snapped tip, I went down to the tackle store to see anyway. At the store, I experienced very poor customer service which made me more adamant to request the rod be sent back to Shimano for an assessment.

    A week later, I was called back into the store and Shimano had assessed and replaced the rod for a new one. Even the tackle store was shocked with the outcome but it was a good reminder for me as to why I still remain a strong Shimano advocate.... Not to mention great gear!

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    Daiwa Lure Reel Help

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted · Edited by aeb870

    I have that same rod but matched with a shimano sustain. I was about to buy the SOL after doing some extensive research, they seemed like a great reel to match that specific rod but I just have a weakness for shimano gear [emoji27]

    Great rod choice by the way. One of my favourites in my collection, ultra light, strong and great casting ability.

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    Port Kembla North Breakwall (Oilies)

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    I've never really had much luck at the southern breakwall and when I did actually hook up I would lose them trying to land them, I find it a rather difficult breakwall to fish. In saying that, I hear good kings get caught there towards the end in the inside facing the harbour.

    Was anyone landing anything on the northern breakwall?

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    Trout Fishing - Blue Mountains?

    in Freshwater Fishing Chat

    Posted

    As you say, rivers are generally closed but lakes are generally open. You could try Lakes Lyle, Wallace, Oberon or Thompsons Creek Dam. Wrap up warm.

    The one exception is the lower reaches of the Coxs, Jenolan, Kowmung Rivers. A fair bit of walking involved. They get good but patchy spawning runs later in winter. Apparently fisheries allows these to remain open because the fish are coming from prohibited-access lakes and so would otherwise be a wasted resource. I've had some very productive days in these areas when I've lucked onto a spawning run.

    The Jenolan seemed to be the most consistent but seemed to have the smallest fish and most were pretty beat by the time they get into the river.

    I've caught spawning fish in these areas as early as June, but most of the best fishing is Aug or Sept.

    I think the Wollondilly will be open too, and doesnt involve the long walk - but consequently suffers from being too accessible.

    Thanks Volitan, a wealth of information there as you basically listed most trout locations in the vicinity. I have googled them all for a bit of research and with my brother coming up for a couple of days in late July we are looking forward to giving it a shot. Might start off with Thompsons Creek Dam, seems very interesting.

    I am assuming that the more into winter I leave it, the better the fish will be as trout will venture further up to the surface and the edges of the lake?

    I just went up to Lake Lyell last weekend. Not a trout fisherman, but I gave it a go. As expected, no success, on bait, spoons, spinners and the like.

    But apparently, its not going too bad out there at the moment, but I guess I have no real will at it.

    there are a few fishing moving around up the back of lyell at present, bit of algae bloom there too, but they shouldn't matter fish the deep holes during the day and closer to where the river runs in at first or last light

    feisty little fish (20cm) in the small dam below TDC, eating dry flies a couple of weekends back, TDc is how you find it , perfect one day -- ghost town the next !

    cheers

    gm

    Thanks guys for the updates, hoping the fishing picks up a bit more as we venture into winter.

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