Squ!rt

Baitcaster or Spinning reel?

Yeh sweet, that should bring it down to about $141 for combo, then plus braid, looks like im getting some decent change out of $200

So you think pair it up with the free Fin-Nor Bait Teaser 7ft 8-12kg Medium-Heavy Action boat rod? Gives you couple of different options on Dinga in the combo, which is good considering its like $9 for a rod with that combo, either 5-10kg, 8-12kg or 10-15kg

thats what i like to hear, what did you pair the 8000D with, what rod and braid?, differences between the 8 and 6 only seem to be mm/m of line

Considering the Bait teaser rod is worth about $50 on dinga the Shimano D series with the bait teaser rod brings the D series to price of the OC, $149 with the 6000 D series seems like a steal, thanks for the info @savit i think ill go with that, link> Shimano Baitrunner D series with Free Bait Teaser Rod

Calling all the experts, guy and gals, I have been looking at a Shimano Baitrunner for quite some time now as i realistically need an upgrade from my general 2-5kg rod, I use my current rod from local pond mud marlin fights to just everyday land based use, have caught heaps of different fish and even some decent monsters on it over the years, now the rod is still fine and works well, not the best but was a great bang for buck a couple of years ago, (Jarvis Walker Maxi Spin combo?) the originally Reel shat itself after a year or so, but the rods still great, so bang went on the old trusty Shimano IX2000r, bottom drag, very basic but works amazing, and is yet to let me down, picked it up the day the reel shat itself in a bargain bin for $10 at my local tackle shop, still going strong 2 years on. Now, i am more than happy to keep that combo the way it is, works good and reel is very reliable, just looking for something that can handle some bigger monsters but not full on serious game. Have used baitrunner's before and have always wanted one, love the feel, the way they work, just always amazed me at how good they are at hooking fish. Looking for a new rod along with a baitrunner of some sort, i want something that is a bit beefy and can use off the jetty along with on a boat and in the kayak. looking for decent rod too. My issue is there are so many different Baitrunners/LiveLiners/Baitfeeder etc in the market now? What do you all recommend and why? With so many different brands seem to now do all the same thing, what is the best bang for buck so to speak, im not one to normally cheap out on fishing gear but would like to keep to a $200 budget for the reel and/or including a decent new spinning or boat road. Fin-Nor?Shimano?Penn?Rovex? Obviously it seems that Shimano is the best when it comes to baitrunners but little pricey on the budget, i am open to anything else along with the mighty baitrunner, don't trust Rovex personally due to pricing seem a bit cheap IMO, but there are so many different models nowadays. Pricing wise leaning towards the Fin-Nor Bait Teaser, Damn Good Pricing for all of them on Dinga, just the toss up now. I would Rather spend under the $200 budget including the rod so can get some decent braid. Money not an issue just want to try and stick to a budget on an overall combo including line for once. Rovex Nitrium$40.00 Shimano OC $98.00 Shimano D $140.00 Shimano CI4 $203.00 Fin-Nor Bait Teaser $89.00 Fin-Nor Bait Teaser Combo $149.00 Penn 560L Bait Teaser rod $99.00 Penn SSV $129.00 Plenty of different combos and options to go with, and always smashing prices on Dinga, help me make a good decision. The old reliable for those who cant remember what they look like, I'm sure everyone has had one of these at some point>>>

Forster is good around this time, went a couple of weeks ago for a day and got a couple of bream, 2 legal, 6 or 7 tiddlers, couple of flathead, kids loved it. Are you looking at going away for a weekend trip and staying up that way or just a day trip? the Mrs, kids and myself camped at Korsmans Landing Ground on Myall lakes not that far from Bulahdelah, great spot and even managed to get a couple of tiddlers too off the little jetty next to the boat ramp, very relaxing. Shot up to Forster for the day and have a flick, it didn't disappoint.

To say the least definitely jealous, wish i could start the day like that, decent flatty mate, flathead and some eggs for brekkie,

Good write up and nice little video, makes me want to dust off my kayak and get back into it.

Hi all, just joined although been stalking these forums and others for many years. Names Sammy, everyone calls me squirt and thats how i normally introduce myself. Been fishing for most of my life, live on lake macquarie (across the road from it) but most of my time is spent here in sydney due to work, 2 kids, 4 year old boy and 16 month year old girl, who both of them have already taken to fishing, no boat as yet but plan to get one shortly. Fish atleast twice a week whether its going for the mighty mud marlin (carp) with mates after work or going for some good eating fish up home in lake mac, Hope to put some reports up soon, as im sydney based most of the week, im always keen to go for a night flick, whether it be chasing carp in a local pond or driving for an hour to get to the salt water. Best pb for night fishing was a 56cm Flathead on some corn at apple tree bay, and a 40 odd cm bream at church point. normally just use light gear, 2-4kg rod and some decent braid, makes the fight more fun, and really really light gear for carp, Tight Lines guys and gals, Regards Squ!rt