Twinfisher 4.9

As far as the neighbour is concerned, the roads are owned (paid for) by the rate-payers of which your mate is one. Is it possible for him to park it partially on the nature strip - also supposedly owned by the council (i.e. rate payers) and also maintained by the ratepayer - at an angle so there is less than 7.5m of the trailer actually on the road? Just a thought, Steve

My all time favourite - I do like really hot - is the Trinidad Scorpion. Ugly looking sucker but is soooo potent. Once had a guest for lunch who boasted about his tolerance to chilli heat - well a tiny sliver or two changed his mind! You can grow them from seeds and are well worth the effort, you won't want anything else after a Trinidad! Steve

You are a braver man than I. I love sashimi, especially tuna but not stripies, too much blood and sinew in them for me. For that very reason, are fantastic bait. If you get the chance, catch an Albacore or Yellowfin and then go to town. But I suggest, don't freeze the stripies and then eat! Steve

Oh Dear, they are complaining about 30cm (12 inches in the old money). What have we come to in this country.......suggest he moves. If it is not interfering with others or blocking their access, then what is the issue? Shaking my head, Steve

My downrigger is from the same name (xxxxxxxxshop.com.au) and it can easily handle the15lb bomb.

Hi penn, it is one of the most satisfying things you can do, building your own rod. I did my first at 12 years of age (now 59) and have built hundreds since and each one is a product of your talent, skill and patience - and to catch a good fish on one you have crafted yourself is a great feeling. Just remember, perfect practice makes perfect......it may take a few attempts but the good thing is you can always start again - even the grips and reel seat if necessary but it's usually the bindings that cause the most grief. I have a mid 70's Silaflex FT70 that I extended with 'glass to 12 ft, for LBG spinning, was rebuilt twice and is now a beach rod with a low mount for an Alvey. Have fun and love it. Steve

I agree with you pure, it probably should be raised. I suspect "the step" is actually supposed to allow more clear water for the prop to grip (sounds good in theory). If you are porposing then it probably may well to be too low and the cav plate should not be buried - you said at cruise, but assume you mean on the plane? Suggest as a start, move it up so the cav plate is level with the yellow line you have drawn and then play around with tilt. If that doesn't work take it up one more notch. Steve

4lb should be ok for yakkas and slimies, at shallow depths - it is both the size of the bait and resistance and length of the line in the water that will affect the depth (as well as speed). In 20m of water a 4lb bomb should be fine. I carry 4lb, 8lb and 15lb. Generally use the 4lb. Steve

Thanks guys, yes I think draining the tank would be a better idea and will do that. Gazza, if fuel goes up by that much, I may never return! Cheers, Steve

Thank you Gazza, will follow that advice. Have done some checking on Fogging Oil - seems to be different opinions though will follow up. Any idea about fuel in the tanks - drain them or use a fuel stabiliser? I suspect that draining would be the way to go - 4 years is a long time for fuel. Steve

Oh dear, I know exactly where you are coming from.....that's me all over.....if I'm going to do something, I want to do it properly and to excess! There's no hope for either of us, but in the case of squid, I would say, save your money, if you have a Soft Plastic rod or similar eggbeater outfit, it will more than do the job. Use your motivation in getting out there more often in different spots.

Hi Raiders, in need of advice...... I'm heading overseas for possibly up to 4 years. I have a 90hp Honda, 3 years old. It will be stored in a secure location but cannot ask the the owners of the property to start it up every month. What is the best way of storing a 4 stroke for a long period (it will still be on the stern of the boat) and what needs to be done before hand? Thanks in advance, Steve

Nice sambo, well done. Personally, I would have kept the trevally for sashimi and the leather jacket to eat. Even in fish cakes, cannot do salmon! Cheers, Steve

Just a thought but when I have a lot of bread burley, the drummer sill actually come to eat it off the surface. I tend to use a small bobby cork with little weight. With burley you don't need to fish near the bottom. Will save you a fortune in hooks on snags plus you hook them away from the bottom which gives you a better than even chance with them. Good luck, Steve

Further to this, living in Sydney, the ramps I use have a central pontoon so simply a matter of backing the trailer down close enough parallel to the pontoon so you can simply step on or step off. This time of year, hate wet feet! Steve

Had a Boat Catch installed on my multi-hull - best investment ever. But as stated, you need to be confident in driving on and off your trailer, otherwise, no point in getting one, Steve

Pike are great bait for Kings and Jewfish.....but keeping them alive (or even swimming, can be a problem). Minimal handling and get them back in the water asap. As suggested, once they die. fillet them. Steve

Yes it is surely a WLB. Don't know who Watson was and having caught a few, have never seen one leap either! But they are great bait, salt them down rather than freezing. Steve

Without a doubt, take it to Huett Marine. A 45 minute drive for you but will be well worth the trip. I have used him and he is as straight as they come and knows his stuff. Whether he was a sponsor of this site or not, would still recommend him. Steve

The pro fishermen launch from the ramp next to the golf course all the time. They back down the ramp and then head off to one side so the vehicle is on the ramp and the boat and trailer on the beach. Whilst still sheltered there is enough swell to make it tricky, especially on a glass boat. If you are experienced, it is ok, if not, spend the extra travelling time from the Harbour. Steve

Not sure what the IGFA rules are on that......but I would say it was a fair capture.

Hi fragmeister, I would simply congratulate your brother George on his excellent and consistent casting ability, not easy to do that trick - and simply leave it at that! Steve

I have a Stella 18k and love it. If you haven't tried one - on a decent fish - then it probably does not add any value to comment. The fact they provide a 10 year warranty gives me some peace of mind but once you have used one on a 40kg samson or a15kg king you will know and appreciate the difference. Yes we are most likely being over charged in Australia being a small market, but you still get what you pay for.

Hi stillwater, I checked out the specs for the Okuma Salina 3 It didn't specify the drag pressure that it can handle, but say it is 8kgs which may be a stretch then there is little point of using any line greater than 50lbs at the very most. I have a Stella 18000 with 20kgs of drag and don't use more than 80lb braid. If you cant use the line to anywhere near the limit, I see little point. I would also add, that there is no way I can fight with the drag at near 20kgs.

Hi Chocolate. also think you may have been unlucky. Have used a Float Charger for years, not cheap but neither are batteries. It is a well known brand and I swear by it. Cheers, Steve