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Hi Jack,
Based on what you've said, are you interested in bait or lure fishing?
Depending on your choice, the tackle to suit would vary.
My advice would be to decide on this first, then you would get more specific advice from Raiders.
Great advice so far, and I second to stay away from telescopic rods. Nothing personal against them lol, but yeah, not the type of rod I would suggest.
Cheers,
Chris
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Hey Raiders,
Just a quick post to say since taking the plunge, and giving 8 strand J Braid a crack, I can say without any hesitation, it is very very good line.
I've been a happy camper for many years using Fireline Exceed, however since fishing with J Braid, I am converted.
I have only used it in 6lb breaking strain, so can't vouch for other line weights, but up to now, the 6lb has performed very very well.
Cheers,
Chris
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2 hours ago, luderick -angler said:
It's never been about numbers for me. I am there for the surroundings amd for me it's the sight the stalk the cast the presentation and ultimately the take! Landing a fish is a bonus!
That's it Mate.
It sure is a beautiful place.
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On 2017-5-21 at 8:14 PM, luderick -angler said:
The fish did not really move up heading back now three of us managed total of 18 fish and even the rain did not move a lot of fish. Most fish caught were between 2 and 4 pound. Speaking to a few guys and everyone found it hard. Even the spin brigade!
I remember my first trip to the Eucumbene spawn run, I hooked only 3 fish, and landed 2 of them.
To this day, that 3 day trip is probably my most memorable, fulfilling angling experience I've ever had, and I've been fishing for Trout for over 30 years.
To me, fishing isn't about numbers of fish caught, but the journey.
It's all about your posture and perspective.
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Hi Mate,
I used to fish there for carp several years ago.
Then, there was a lot of big carp in the creek, but not been down since then, so maybe not anymore.
I would suggest going on a hot day, so may have to wait till next summer now.
Cheers,
Chris
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58 minutes ago, nutsaboutfishing said:
I know it's best to use a loop knot when fishing hardbodies, but was just wondering, how do people join their leader to their jig head. A tight knot like a uni or a loop knot. Also wondering will using a clip on hardbodies be good enough or still best to use a loop knot.
cheers
Richard
Hi Richard,
I've been using a 5-6 turn lefty's loop knot for several years now.
I think in all that time, I've never had one fail.
I find a loop knot helps provides the ultimate action in the lure.
Imo, unless you're chasing pelagics, best to use a loop knot over a clip/snap.
Cheers,
Chris
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It appears all this has caused quite a stir, lol...
To be honest, I probably wouldn't join a forum if it entailed ongoing membership fees.
That said, I spend $4.50 a pop on a coffee several times a week, so...
In the big scheme of things, if you value the service provided, and if being a part of the forum is important to you, then it's not all bad.
Interested to hear the full details in due course.
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Hey Raiders,
Whilst looking on the Facebook Marketplace page last night, I saw people advertising the sale of fish.
I could be wrong, but this looks like illegal fish sales to me.
These adverts appeared to be fish caught in Sydney, judging by the advertisers location.
I contacted one of the advertisers, who replied saying the fish were sourced at the Entrance.
Its happening all the time on our waterways.
If you see anything suspicious, contact fisheries.
People need to stop abusing our waterways for personal gain, and respect the laws in place.
Otherwise, face up, and pay the penalties of illegal activities.
Cheers,
Chris
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April fools right?!
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Hi Wellzy,
Good on ya Mate! The ol fly rod certainly has a way of getting under your skin.
Before you know it you'll be tying flies!
On a serious note, there is some great tutorial videos online, specifically with an american fly fishing guide.
Just search for Hank Patterson. He's an expert in all things Fly Fishing.
You can thank me later!
Cheers, Chris
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20 hours ago, Green Hornet said:
Yeah they're not a really fast taper, but when using bream size hardbodies you'll pull a lot less hooks on a slower actioned rod.
The 101's action is about the same but its a lighter rod, better suited to say 2kg line and a 1000 size reel.
Ok Mate, thanks for the info.
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On 10/03/2017 at 4:14 PM, Green Hornet said:
Don't know if this helps, but I have 3 of the original Samurais. a 101, a 201 and a 203. I reckon the 201 is the most versatile of the 3 and is a great hardbody and lightly weighted plastics rod. Over time the soft touch reel seats went sticky on all 3 but a vigorous rub with a metho soaked rag fixed that problem. They are all lovely rods to fish with being both sensitive and light. I have had a look at the new generation rods and am more than happy to keep using what I have.
Hi Mate, thanks for the reply.
I actually had a look at the original 201 over the weekend, and I was very surprised...Not a very fast action rod at all.
I have a Luvias 4-8lb 7ft rod, which is miles faster.
Maybe the 101 is the fastest?
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I take it that's a no then...Lol
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Hey Raiders,
I'm looking at purchasing a second hand older generation Samurai Reaction 201/70 rod. (7ft one piece 2-6lb)
I was wondering if anyone has owned this generation, and also the current generation, and how they compare.
Is it worth the extra money for the current rod, or save quite a bit, and get the older generation.
Cheers, Chris
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Thanks for all the constructive comments Guy's.
I agree that no knot is bulletproof, and I'm glad I put this post up, as it's actually made me more confident that what I'm doing is right.
The type of finesse fishing I'm doing, I always like to go with at least a rod length (7-9ft) of leader.
I've never tried half this length or less to see if I catch just as much, but imo, unless you're casting for pelagic fish, or fishing dirty water, your chances of catching greatly improve with a longer leader.
To be honest, leaders are a whole different topic, which as with knots has many variables.
Braid vs mono, mono vs fluoro etc etc...Fishing lol.
So for me, I can't get away from casting the knot through the rod guides.
I'll keep doing what I'm doing, and I'll incorporate the suggestions of tweaking the albright knot to see how it goes.
Tight lines!
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1 hour ago, PaddyT said:
65 lb braid to 80lb leader-person im referring to also caught a 38kg king in NZ last year - still used the mod albright. I accept that the FG doesnt crash into the guides like an albright but I dont accept that its any stronger- and because its a more complicated knot their is more chance of it going wrong. My solution for long casting is to use a shorter leader and not wind it through the guides- the FG knot will fatigue through casting damage anyway. Nothing is perfect in the fishing world!
Interesting Mate. My confidence in the Modified/Improved Albright is restored!
Cheers, Chris
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10 hours ago, Scratchie said:
I only ever do, 6 wraps one way and 6 the other with 3 times through the loop!
Ok cool. You say three times through the loop, do you mean you wrap the tag end three times around the loop before sinching up the knot?
Cheers, Chris
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2 hours ago, Scratchie said:
I use an improved/modified Albright on all my lines and never had a drama except for sloppy workmanship (my bad). Even on my 6-8lb and it works well. The FG knot is certainly a strong and slimmer knot and I guess it's one to add to the arsenal but whatever works for you! I can tied an Albright on a kayak with 30knot winds in no time at all. I guess, just pick one and do it well!
Cheers scratchie!!!
Hey Scratchie,
Yeah true Mate.
interesting you say Albright on all your lines...Judging from some of the big fish you've caught, that's good enough for me.
Like I said, I've never had one fail, so it is a good knot.
And yes, I can tie the Albright very quickly now.
Out of interest, for your lighter and heavier lines, how many wraps respectively do you do?
Cheers, Chris
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40 minutes ago, Saboo said:
Are we talking about belting out long distance casts here? Fishing out of a boat where you are lowering baits, dropping in lures or mildly flicking them might be ok. I've found albrights in the heavier classes, say 50lb braid to 100lb leader and up will catch repeatedly on the first or second guide from the reel and cause all sorts of horrid tangles. FG all the way for the heavy stuff. 30lb braid to 60lb leader and down etc I've never had a problem with albrights.
Cheers for the info Mate.
Really trying to assess if the FG knot in the below 10lb category is better that the modified albright knot.
It seems that for the light stuff the FG isn't suitable.
As you said though, for heavier stuff its probably the way to go.
Cheers,
Chris
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4 minutes ago, PaddyT said:
There is a website run by a guy in Newcastle-he has lots of testing equipment and tests knots/lines etc Paulus Fishing its called-interesting how he compares knot strength-its a bit eyeopening- and one of the reasons I can be bothered with FG's and PR's , nothing like data in my mind
Hey PaddyT,
Ok Mate, I'll check it out.
Cheers, Chris
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19 minutes ago, big Neil said:
G'day Chris, I use the FG on my baitcasters but I'm fishing with 20-50 lb braid and 30- 40lb leader, where it is the lowest profile knot for casting accuracy and doesn't fail. However I won't use it for the application that you're using as it simply doesn't work. Braid biting in to the thin mono only weakens the (already light) leader...leading to the potential for failure. Cheers, BN
Hi Neil,
Thanks Mate, I suspected this might be the case for lighter lines.
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2 hours ago, flatheadluke said:
Hi Jesus,
The FG is better if they're both tied correctly because it has a lower profile. But I've found I only need a lower profile when using larger diameter line. So because the double uni is quicker and easier to tie I use that for light line.
Yeah ok, cheers Mate.
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2 hours ago, Wellzy94 said:
If you increase the number of wraps for the smaller gauge line, the FG will be stronger. But it comes down to "is the extra time it takes to tie a knot worth it?" especially if the modified albright works. Regardless of the knot you use, if it passes through the guides it will weaken over time. So essentially, use whatever knot is easier for you to tie if it works, and re-tie it every so often to prevent fatiguing knots busting off.
Cheers,
Wellzy
Hi Wellzy,
Yes good point. I think I'm going to stick with the modified albright knot.
The FG is nice, but what puts me off is the amount of line you need for it. (the tag ends need to be long)
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6 minutes ago, flatheadluke said:
You can use an FG knot on 4lbs but it's a lot harder to tie and you need more turns to prevent the line slipping.
anything less than 10lbs I use a double uni knot, 10 turns on braid side and 4 turns on fluro side. It's as strong as an FG knot but does have a larger profile. Larger profile doesn't matter on lighter lines it will still run through the guides and bail arm.
Hi flatheadluke,
Do you think if I was to tie the FG on 4lb braid/6lb fluorocarbon, with the required amount of wraps, it's a superior knot?
J Braid 8 Strand
in Tackle Talk
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Similarly to jdanger, once I learnt to manage the line, especially for light jig applications, I get 0 tangles/birds nests.
Not sure why you had a bad experience Stewy...Before using this braid, I too would end up in birds nests with expensive supple braids.