Bryce Neyland

Much appreciated for all the advice guys. Look forward to the weekend to give it all another go. Might give down south a go as suggested. Will keep you all posted. Cheers,

Thanks for all the advice guys. But don't get me wrong, had a ball chilling out. Keep the tips coming, will be definitely out there again this weekend.

Hi guys, Thought I'd try my hand at the beach fishing scene, new to it. After getting fitted out with a great new 13ft rod and reel (always a great day), headed down to Narrabeen with hope to catch something. Due to other commitments could only make low tide. Was fairly windy and waves were working. Found a nice gutter and jumped in. After 3 hours, managed 1 smallish flathead (no photos of the small stuff) and a few good bites. Was waiting for a 'run' instead of striking on the bites, but never eventuated. Overall, its always a good day when your not in the office. Still lots to learn, and looking forward to getting on the fish. If anyone has advice or wants a partner in crime, feel free to respond. Cheers, Honk

Thanks for all the feedback guys. I have a lot of looking around to do.

And any opinion regarding alvey or spinning reel? Thanks for your input mate.

good looking photos there mate. sounds like you had a chance

Yeah, I definitely realise that in most cases one rod is for one application. I guess I am chasing the smaller fish, and when I want to get amoungst the bigger stuff should get another set up then. I am a little concerned that I need a long rod to get it out there. 10 foot enough? And still run with the alvey for a bit more distance? All your help is much appreciated crew. Cheers, Honk

thanks for the help mate. How do you go if your lucky enough to hook up a salmon or taylor on the light rod? as I can only buy one rod for now, trying to cover my ass.

Is the 13 6 any good for catching both fish? or is this a case of two different kettles of fish? Haha and I thought messing around with stinking bait was rough..

Raiders, Looking at buying a new rod shortly to suit beach fishing. I am looking at a surf rod to get out there a bit amongst the devils. I am in SA atm, so will probably be targeting whiting and the sort (so lighter fish, but will chase any fish I can later on). I was wondering your opinions on what length rod and reel for beach fishing? I like quality gear, so I dont mind spending more for some good stuff that lasts. I have heard Alvey's been talked about, but do they have more benefits then your usual eggbeater? And am I going the right way (should I be buying a flick stick for plastics on the beach?) Any advice would be great. Cheers, Honk

Couldn't agree more...

Raiders, I am heading to Adelaide for a few months for work. Anyone know of any spots down there worth throwing a line? Cheers, Honk

Thanks for all the comments gents. Taken on board. I will let you know how they go. Andy sounds great mate. I will let you know when I am back from Adelaide and we will hit it up.

I'm trying to use this forum to catch fish, so will give mine back where I can. Not sure if it will help though. On a mission to catch fish with these SP's. Never used them before and love the challenge. May take a week, month or year, but gunna get a fish on these little buggers. PLACE: La Perouse New to the whole Sydney area. I am land based, so have to stretch the legs to get to the country. Note to Self: keep the hell away from Congwong Bay, lot of old blokes ignoring the no nudity signs. I'm not a judgemental guy but I prefer the grub on the hook, not on the beach. Fishing needs to be real flash to weave in-between them. Moved to Frenchmans Bay way wading in water throwing the plastic around. METHOD: As I said, throwing a couple of plastics around. I am trying a 'flick flick, wait till the SP on the bottom again, wind in slack, flick flick' method. Can anyone say if this has worked/improvements? Slow right? I am thinking about chucking around a few metal lures, but I cannot cast too far out. Thought it may not work. RESULT: I had a little flatty chase the plastic right up to my feet, picking the whole way, but sorta spat it out and took off. CLOSE!! Other than that, I had something give it a long pull, little head shake, then nothing. I'm not exactly sure how the hits are meant to feel. Do they smash the plastics, or knick at them/hook themselves or you hook em? I gave it a crack whenever I thought I got a hit, though similar to playing hit the pinyatta - no idea haha Going to try the beach at Yarra Bay tomorrow morning. After talking to a Raider, seriously considering getting a hobie kayak when my money tree comes back into flower. Hopefully then I will be able to get out in the mix, provided that jaws music doesn't start up in my head. In the meantime, anyone with any advice on what I'm doing? Beats the office regardless. Thanks, Honkatonk.

Dear Raiders, My name is Honk. I am 21 and moved to Sydney from Euston (near Mildura) three years ago for Uni. I grew up on a farm located on the Murray River where I used to fish flat out, but I have never done much 'ocean' fishing before. I bought myself a new rod and reel for Christmas (tough times when you gotta do it yourself) and have just started fishing again in Sydney. I went down to the Narrabeen Lakes on the w.e. and caught a few tiny brim and a puffer fish. Nothing too substantial but a good start to this. Anyway, I was wondering if you guys could help me with new type of fishing. I would love to crack into this. I could write a forum on how to catch a catch a Murray Cod or yellabelly on the Murray, but fishing around Sydney is a totally different version of the game for me. If you could post some info (or thread links) about WHERE to fish on land (based in Kenso but always good for a drive, no boat), WHAT rigs your using, technique, gear (I invested in some plastics on advice from the tackle shop but really a beginner how to use them) I would be very appreciative. Also, if anyone is looking for some company on a boat or a spot, I'd love to tag along. I have been called away with work for 3 months as of next week, but keen when I get back. Like I said, I have done a bit of fishing before, so not scared to get my hands dirty, and can swap some tales. Just need to know what to do. Any help at all would be great. Im not too fussed on a species, if its worth catching I'm there. Thanks in advance, love the look of this site! Honk. PS. PB for a Murray Cod is 52 pounds if anyone has something to compare too.