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March 26

17 minutes ago, faker said:

It depends on structure. It should be okish as long as there isn't any submerged ledge in front to raise wave high. Ideally under 1m or a ledge facing other direction or better yet a high ledge

Few ledges northern beaches fit description. More down south Sydney

Yea makes sense mate , usually ledges I go down south are pretty high, much safer that way, thanks.

March 26

6 hours ago, Rob81 said:

Its a good thing you didnt. Swell periods high, was about 15secs in the day, 13 at night and a bit higher today. Would be pretty dangerous most rock ledges.

If swell is 1 metre, would a 13 second period be ok?

I was always just checking the swell height.

March 26

1 hour ago, xerotao said:

Smashed the tailors last night on a full moon. Left them biting as we we got our bag limit within an 1hr

Oh mate, I feel bad not going now hahah, good job man which bait?

March 25

Thanks for the advice guys, could not make it today, hopefully sometime this week.

March 25

Hi all,

I'd like to go out fishing tonight off the rocks. But I've heard people say fishing while a full moon isn't productive.

Is there any truths to this? And what have been your experiences?

Thanks

March 9

2 hours ago, noelm said:

Not good eating, but rare to catch off a beach…….there must have been rocks where you were fishing?

Yea it was near rocks, southern end of coacliff beach.

March 9

10 hours ago, noelm said:

You caught those off the beach?

Yes mate, quite a few of them, not sure if they are good eating though.

March 8

Beautiful man, would have been a nice fight and singing drag!

March 8

Hi guys,

Headed down to coacliff beach near seacliff bridge tonight, arrived around 7 pm and set up.

Wanted to head down to the rock fishing section but was with the Mrs and she couldn't make it all the way down to the spot.

Normal rig, just a running sinker to swivel to leader and gang hook Pilly.

Lots of bites, caught 4 small sharks, and 3 eastern kelpfish.

Kept the kelpfish, to use as bait for the next session. Released all the sharks.

Was hoping for an Australian salmon or similar but no luck tonight.

March 8

1 minute ago, XD351 said:

Here are some Live Photo’s . Not much swell nor any real gutters - maybe fish in behind the shore break - very light with either beach worms or pink nippers - might pick up a whiting or a bream at night .

Photos are in sequence from north to south .

Thank you for that mate, I was thinking low swell would be good, as is when rock fishing. But that might not be the case for beach fishing.

Are there any beaches you know off that may be better?

March 8

Hi all,

Planning to go to Maroubra beach tonight with my Mrs for some fishing.

Are there any good spots or gutters anyone knows about to use?

I'm thinking just pilchards on gang hooks and rod holder with no float and use round ball sinker.

Has anyone had any luck here?

Any other beaches to recommend?

Thank you

February 26

47 minutes ago, jenno64 said:

Nice work

60lb mono might hold a good king too!

Thanks mate, hoping to get a king on a livebait, have all the setup for it just need to get out there!

February 26

6 hours ago, wazatherfisherman said:

G'day mate nice Salmon- I reckon they fight as hard as anything. One tip for you and I mean this in the nicest possible way- DON'T wear long pants when you go rock fishing! Any water coming over your ledge can 'grab' them and aid in knocking you over. If for some reason you end up in the water (and I genuinely hope you never do!) they are really hard to swim in also. Would like to hear you out catching more Salmon and other lure grabbing species for years to come. Stay safe and happy fishing

Ah wow, I didn't realise that mate thank you ,definitely will wear shorts next time. Always use a life jacket now too and to be honest next time I won't go in such a high swell, it got a bit sketchy at times lol.

February 26

2 hours ago, noelm said:

Did you say you use 60lb mono?

Yes mate, I originally bought that mono to use as leader, but had spare left over and threw it onto a spare reel and just used it. It served well on this ledge as I was very high up and relied on the line strength not to snap while hoisting the fish up.

February 26

Hi guys,

Headed out to Kiama to a nice spot, this was last week, swell was 1.5 metres so not the best for fishing but managed to stay safe enough for a few hours.

Used a halco twisty metal lure, hooked onto this nice Aussie salmon, put up a very good fight, best fish I've fought yet, the feeling of drag pulling is amazing.

Was tough lifting it up the ledge as I was quite high up, but managed to do it alone and had 60lb mono.

I am starting to love using lures, seems much more fun that just letting a float sit until it gets hit, when a lure gets hit it's just an amazing feeling, can't describe it.

Can't wait for my first kingfish...

February 3

3 hours ago, jaybez said:

Also, I've found that the trout fishing has really died down a lot in the summer. The best spots in summer will be in rivers below dams, as the water in these rivers will be much cooler, which trout prefer. Try waiting until winter if you are fishing a natural and undammed stream. Others, @R E G I C Y C L E may have a different opinion?

Cheers mate, will have a look at some spots on the map. In your opinion what does trout taste like? I've never had it before, is it similar to any other fish?

February 3

Legends thank you

February 2

Hi all,

I have seen some videos of trout fishing in USA.

I was wondering if there is trout fishing like that in Australia? I'm in Sydney and was wanting to know if there are any spots, as it looks like a very fun and relaxing type of fishing.

If you have had any luck, let me know

Thanks

January 26

4 minutes ago, noelm said:

Not too sure where Kiama Heights is, but, small Bonito and Slimies have been in plague proportions for a while now.

At the end of Attunga Avenue mate, near the coast walk track. The guys there said you need leader line to catch bonito, I was using just mono all the way, maybe has something to do with their eyesight seeing the line.

January 26

25 minutes ago, jenno64 said:

Nice bag, you have plenty of bait sorted👌

They are great eating mate! Only use Pilchard for bait lol

January 26

Hi all,

Went down to Kiama Heights last night.

Weather was perfect apart from a bit of rain in the middle of the session. Swell 1.0 metres.

Got there around 4 pm, fish arrived around 7 pm, and stayed until 1 am fishing.

First ever time catching fish on a lure (metal) too, was surprised how easy it was. Lure fishing is very exciting as you wait for the strike.

In total caught 35 slimy mackerel of good size, on both pilchards and lure.

Some people caught Bonito but mostly mackerel. I have to break this mackerel streak and go onto bigger fish hahaha.

January 19

7 hours ago, rexybro said:

Right number one the Yellowfin population is far from wiped out. I have run long liners from Eden to Mooloolaba for nearly a decade and there is more yellow and bluefin now than ever before. They just don't come in as close as often as they used to because of the lack of trawlers working. I hate trawling too. It destroys the bottom. But the tuna used to follow these boats for an easy feed. When I was alot younger 80kg Yellowfin on a length of 8mm rope and an undersize flathead was how I made extra money as a trawler deckhand off Newcastle while we towed shots. The last few years there has been a great run of inshore Yellowfin. Mostly rats around 20kg but the odd actual fish mixed in. Just no one fishing the ledges with the right gear at the right time of year anymore because you all think they are gone. They arnt. And I know of a few 60-80kg SBT landed at big Beecroft in the middle of winter over the last few years too. Kiama blowhole when the current and water temp are right is just as productive for black marlin as the tubes and usually a better average class of fish without a million under gunned retards to get in your way. Get the riptide app and learn how to use it and be flexible when and where to fish and you will get results. Provided your gear and rigs and skill level are up to it that is. Lbg brings out the absolute worst part of fishing. The secretive crap. No one on here learnt anything all by themselves. Someone showed you or you did research. All these spots were known long before any of us were born. I'm sure this post will annoy plenty of you but at the end of the day they arnt my spots or yours and if anyone is willing to spend the coin needed and do the walking/climbing I'll more than happily tell them exactly when and where to have a crack at these fish

That puts me in a positive mood about land based game mate, much appreciated for the advice it's all been noted down. Agreed there is alot of secrecy in fishing in general, recently saw a video where a few guys said they were fishing in South Australia, but got called out in the comments and it was actually in NSW... I didn't realise the blowhole as you mentioned can be so productive, maybe it's just a matter of putting in the hours and being patient.

Will message you mate thank you

January 19

6 hours ago, Hill373737 said:

My advice, if you're serious about fishing its a lifetime journey so immerse yourself in fishing and especially your target species, in todays world there is a huge amount of resources but always remember the only true way to learn and improve is to just go fishing ..... and its not only about the fish you catch or don't catch!! 🙂

Agreed mate, at the moment for me it's rock fishing for big game fish, something about it really has an appeal to me, as big fish can be caught from a boat, but landing one from the rocks is another level, not that I have done it yet hahah.. soon hopefully. The scenery is amazing as in your picture, it's a big bonus.

January 19

8 hours ago, Fab1 said:

For me it’s just being out there mate having a crack when you can enjoying your family and friends having a laugh.Life flies by and today could be the last time you see that friend or family member.

If you tried and come home with a feed great, if not it’s not the end of the world and you still have that quality memorable day spent with loved ones to reflect on.

Beautiful mate, yea it's the time spent and memories made, I love going solo also, just peace and quiet with your own thoughts and the night sky, and the excitement upon getting a fish hooked is priceless.

January 16

1 minute ago, Green Hornet said:

@NewToFishing, seeing your new to rock fishing, the old saying that was drilled into most of us as newbies, is never turn your back on the ocean and always keep one eye on the swell.
Along with this, be extra cautious if the rocks near the edge are wet and if fishing a new spot, always have an escape plan should you be washed in. Sometimes you may be able to swim to a beach or possibly a protected bay to get out yourself, but remember to take any current into account as you’ll have difficulty swimming against it, particularly when wearing a life jacket.
Use the search function here on Raider/Deckee to seek out more rock fishing safety tips.

Definitely mate, safety is paramount which is why I took some swimming lessons and still learning also. Fully agreed on the escape plan, I didn't think of that to be honest but now will always evaluate before I start on a ledge. Thank you

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