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Hey guys just a quick report on the fishing in Oberon.
Went out at around 4 o’clock and had a flick at fish river in a few different spots with the spinner and no bites. After the rain, the river is full of mud and is extremely murky, the water is also flowing very fast and is carrying a lot of debris.
After no luck I went out to Oberon Dam with the same spinner. Fished kellies bay for half an hour or so and not much action. Walked round a bit from kellies bay and still no action, at this point I was getting a bit frustrated so I just decided to cast straight out and sort of troll it by just walking with the rod pulling the lure along, and what do you know 2 seconds into the trolling technique I have hooked up! It was a great fight with numerous jumps and splashes and it ended up being a stonker rainbow trout! 48cm and very fat! I also noticed a tag in its shoulder so took a photo of the tag and released the beast.
I have no idea how just switching up to the trolling technique with the spinner provoked a bite almost instantly (someone give me a reason!)
well anyway after a while fishing I was stoked with that fat trout!
All in all a good day out fishing
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Hey guys I’m heading to Oberon soon and doing some camping/fishing. I will be using spinners and also have a cheap a shop fly rod. Does anybody know of any spots that are accessible (preferably streams) I would love to catch some rainbow and brown trout. Thanks
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On 1/28/2020 at 9:14 PM, James Clain said:
I had one take me on at the piers that ran me to ground with 50lb and a locked saragosa 25000 last week.
Dam. 50lb line and a 25000 size real and lost it! I find that hard to believe. Your obviously doing something right haha!
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6 hours ago, James Clain said:
Rapala x Rap, Halco roosta popper, Halco lazer Pro, any good quality metal lure spoons chromes...
It's good to have a nice selection of colours and size variations / different lures. If you know they are there because you are sight casting or they are busting up and you aren't getting takes. Change the retrieve, change the colour, change the lure and repeat until you get them.
If your not sure if there are fish where you are fishing find the best possible spot and make a decision as to what lure you think will preform the best. Change every 10 mins.
Thanks!
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35 minutes ago, kingbonito said:
And as someone mentioned before the storm so runs are good to, but a bibed lure can be abit of hard work casting all the time. The little xrap I mentioned before the bib is so small on them so it works good keeping them just under the surface
Alright thanks mate
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10 minutes ago, kingbonito said:
Soft plastics off the rocks I always use zmans they have great action and I tend to go for whit or pink colours, and I match either a 1/2 ounce or 3/4 ounce depending on water conditions, a good little hardbody that will fit in your lure weight is the xrap magnum long cast 10 with the bib I like blue in colour they weigh 42grams I’ve caught rat kings and bonito off this lure
Thanks, do you know specifically which zman you use?
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Hi guys! Been getting back into the fishing after the rain and boy it’s been productive! Only been using the light gear but I have been pulling in great fish on plastics! I would like some advice on which lures specifically to use with my 15lb/30lb leader 4000 reel size combo (15-45gm lure weight) the only lures I’ve used with this combo is metal slugs and they are alright but I would like to mix them up. Any lure suggestions to use off rocks for kings, bonito, Mack etc etc... would be greatly appreciated! I’m not sure if I should use poppers, jigs, minnows etc . As I said any suggestions would be great!
Regards,
Will
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Hey guys I’m just wondering if anyone knows of a relatively ‘safe’ way to access the manly rocks near blue fish point. I’ve seen videos of people climbing down a long chain but this seems pretty dangerous. If not, any other rock fishing spots for kingfish would be greatly appreciated!
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Hey guys, just after some info on any land based spots in Sydney. I prefer fishing off walls/ jetties / structure when bait fishing. I will be probably using live squid or poddy mullet and I’ve got a few different medium to heavy combos. I don’t have a target species. Thanks
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On 1/27/2020 at 8:37 PM, DerekD said:
Hi Will,
You have asked some questions which were going to be covered in my Kayak fishing 102 article - practical fishing from a kayak. Still working on that one.
The fishfinder does allow me to check out structure. It allows me to see the schools of baitfish. It allows me to hold to a specific depth when using my poor man's downrigger. It also has a GPS so lets me find marks again - even if I know the general area. It gives me something to watch when not much is happening and I'm heading from A to B. I've had a few times when I've seen something interesting on the fishfinder and then I hook up. Would I say I could do without it - YES! Most of the time I like to chase the pelagics so I'm looking at the surface activity. I still take it out most times because I keep learning by using it. The head unit is waterproof to a meter or two - I wash the salt off under the kitchen sink when I get home. The batteries I use are not waterproof - hence I have mine in a hollowed out Hobie tub. As per my article the wires on the system have heatshrink on them at the joins as I expect them to get wet. As soon as I get home the small battery I use gets hooked up to the JayCar Smart charger which drops down to a trickle charge when the battery is charged.
I expect an anchor to be a waste of time for the majority of situations. I have a Hobie Mirage drive so I can hold position relatively easily. In the areas I might want to anchor up I can usually find a lose mooring (or another vessel to tie off to on the odd occasion - but generally not done). It is another thing to carry. I use the drift to my advantage. Line up with the wind and it allows me to cast ahead and cover an area pretty thoroughly. Don't buy one until you actually start to come across situations where you realise you actually do want an anchor.
What is your logic in getting a trolling motor? From past posts you are young enough not to need it. Getting out there on the kayak is one way of combining exercise and fishing. A trolling motor and battery is another thing to manage (space for example). Another two items to carry. Is that specific kayak set up for the electric motor or will you have to make brackets. Get out there first before putting on all the bells and whistles. If you want a powered kayak then look at an old hobie or similar with pedal power. By the time you buy the kayak, the trolling motor, the battery, the charger, the mounting system the cost will be similar.
Storage solutions depends on your kayak. I have easily accessible hatches. I have a drink bottle holder pocket in which I drop odds and ends. Mine comes with rod holders to which I added a third. I bring a handy pail (squat Bunnings 11.1L bucket complete with lid) for dropping freshly caught squid into so I don't get squid ink onto my kayak - hard to clean off. For the simple kayaks the milk crate is the classic solution. You can fasten your rod holders to it. Occy strap it to the kayak and store stuff in it. Esky won't be overly compact - saw a guy with a Pro Angler out on Middle Harbour on the weekend with an esky but those things feel like they are large enough to land a small plane on. I asked if he'd passed up on the bbq option for the back of his kayak.
Get the starting package. Get out there. Get experience. If you work out a need then fill it. This is coming from a guy that does take a lot out there as I'd rather have something and not need it than not have it with me and then need it.
Regards,
Derek
Hi Derek, I have bought the kayak and taken it out once. I see your point of take it out first before you kit it out. Thanks for the info!
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2 hours ago, kingie chaser said:
Cant really help other than to say have you had a look through the pinned & other threads in the Yak topic section. could help or at least give you the people to direct questions to?
Thanks kingie chaser, I've had a look at these and although very informative, it's not quite the info I'm after
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Hi all! I've recently started thinking about kayak fishing. Kayak fishing really floats my boat because of the limitless opportunities you have on a kayak (in regards to land based fishing and fishing off a bigger boat) kayak fishing can help you reach deaper/more productive waters without spending your Bank account on a motor boat. I already have a kayak in mind, the Next Gen 9 fishing kayak by Kayaks2fish. This kayak ticks all my boxes. I'm writing this to ask for information on a few things I'm interested in. If someone could answer one or more of these questions it would be greatly appreciated.
- Are fish finders worth it, not just for looking at bait but also for looking at structure/ depth. Are they waterproof and are the wires waterproof? Is the battery that powers the fish finder waterproof and can you recharge the battery?
- Is an anchor worth it? I do a bit of bait fishing and verticle jigging so with this in mind I'm wondering if an anchor would be OK for kayak fishing. I will be mainly fishing sydney Harbour so is it too deep for a kayak anchor?
- is a trolling motor worth the money? This one I'm a bit confused about whether people actually use trolling motors for saltwater kayaking. I guess they would be useful for trolling top water and bigger lures but what is your guys opinion on these.
- storage solutions. I've watched a few videos on storage solutions and there a lots of different options. Should I use a milk crate? An eski? Etc, I figured it would be better to get first hand info from you guys.
All round I am a bit of a Newby to the kayak fishing game and just looking for a bit of help starting off.
If someone could take the time to respond to a few of these questions it would be greatly appreciated, I understand it can take a while to read these and respond.
Regards,
Will
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22 minutes ago, Rob81 said:
Hi Will, just be wary about the rules around the Manly area. You mentioned squid and there is a part around Manly where they are protected.
Here is the map:
Thanks for the heads up! I won’t be fishing on the little manly cove side, just the manly cove/fairlight rocks area.
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Thanks James, does anyone know of this area produces squid or flathead
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Hey guys, heading down to manly and just asking about fishing spots around there? Do the rocks at manly cove produce good stuff.Squid? Flathead? Or is it worth flicking SP’s at the manly cove beach? Open to all info because I’m a bit new to this area. Ps , (I will have 2 outfits with me, a light Pelagic rod (8kg rod, 15lb braid 30lb leader and I will also have a lighter rod (2-4kg 8lb braid 12lb leader) I’m mainly looking for squid and flathead, but also wouldn’t mind having a crack at those kings or really anything that bites and fights 😀
Thanks
Will
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2 hours ago, lastworm said:
If you’ve got your heart set on a Baitcaster then you really need to commit to it and practice using it/get out and use it as often as possible.
I’ve been using them for 20years and I still have my frustrations - it’s part and parcel so expect to run into issues every now and then.
My tips:
- Get the best reel you can afford
- Rod isn’t as critical but try to get something with a medium action and not get anything too floppy, you will have a lot more control over your casts.
- Start out with braid, it doesn’t have the memory you get with mono so won’t want to birds nest due to it coming off the reel “curly”. But get a smooth braid so when you do birds nest (and you will) they’re easier to remove
- Look up and watch as many videos as you can on spool and cast control adjustment (wish I had access to this stuff when I was starting out at 15yo)
- Start with heavier weights/lures, as you get better you’ll find you can manage light weights. I now cast anything down to 4g with ease
- When casting overhead keep the reel handles pointing upwards - think about how gangsters shoot a gun holding it sideways (best way I can think to explain it)
Successfully using a baitcaster is to me, one of the most rewarding achievements. Nailing accurate casts between branches, up against the face of boulders, and tight under undercut banks is such a good feeling, and after all that is where the fish are.
Good luck!Thanks! Your info will be very helpful and I like your link to the “gangsters holding a gun sideways”. I’ve always been a spin guy but i feel like (for many reasons!) that a baitcaster would be better suited for this specific type of fishing!
Thanks
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10 hours ago, Squ!rt said:
I'd take @frankS up on that offer, wish i had someone to teach me about bait casters when i got my first cheap one to mess around with years ago.
If you really want to get into bait casters i'd suggest using one first before buying, they can be quite a pain when they birds nest, i'd take frank up on that offer or anyone else who is willing to teach or let you have a play around.
Or if you do buy one, put a light sinker on or hookless lure and practice in a soccer field or your backyard before going out and using it so you can feel and practice your accuracy, i learnt by putting small pellet sinker on and firing it into a bucket over and over and over until every cast i got it where i wanted.
I have a friend who uses one all the time! He has offered to let me use his for a bit to see how I like them.
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11 hours ago, frankS said:
What suburb do you live in ? , IF you are close to Berala / Lidcombe you could drop into visit me and I could let you use and practice with a couple of Baitcasters. I would run you through the basics of adjusting and using the reel, it's easier if you are shown the right way in person rather than try and teach yourself. You will develop bad habits which are hard to get rid of . Half the skill in using a baitcaster is learning how to adjust it correctly. Starting with putting the line on. I could have you casting reasonably accurate with a couple of easy lessons, the rest is up to you with practice, practice and then some more practice till you are good enough to get that lure where you want it.
Frank
Thanks frank I really appreciate the offer but I actually live out of Sydney but Sydney is indeed my most popular spot to soak a line. If I ever get down your way I’ll give u a text but I really appreciate it!
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8 hours ago, kingie chaser said:
We need to know the budget to give you a suggestion!
I really have no idea of prices for baitcaster rods and reels
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Hey Hey, Ive recently started fishing freshwater mainly for Redfin and Murray Cod. The spots I fish are usually quite snaggy which is perfect for m.c the problem with my spin outfit is that I can’t accurately get to the snags to catch those Murray cod. The thing I’m trying to get at is if it is worth buying a baitcaster reel for that extra bit of accuracy? (I’m on a bit of a budget) any suggestions and information would be greatly appreciated!
Will
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7 minutes ago, big Neil said:
Hi Will. Mozarella is a good bait for MC. Fish it on a 3/0 or 4/0 hook with a running sinker down to the hook or a paternoster rig (about 30 cms off the sinker). Other good baits are garden worms, live shrimps and live yabbies as well as chicken (breast or thigh, cut into chunks) Same rigs as for cheese. Shrimps and yabbies are best with a paternoster rig because these will dig into the bottom if they can. In dams you need to fish hard up against structure so close in to the dam wall or adjacent to trees. After rainfall the shallow margins are good with worms on either of the rigs previously mentioned. Take plenty of spare tackle with you as it's easy to lose it when fishing in close to structure where the fish often hang out. Good luck.
ps. If all else fails head down my way and I'll put you on to some MC.
Cheers, bn
Thanks Neil, I will be going out tomorrow after today’s rain and will keep in mind fishing up against structure. Thanks for the info!
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Hey guys im having a bit of trouble cracking the Murray cod. I’m fishing at my local dam straight off the dam wall and I’m using mozzarella cheese as bait. It’s a good spot because I’ve seen people catch big Murray cod here. If any of you have any tips to share that would be great?
- where to cast? (I cast quite far away from the dam wall but I’m wondering if I should keep the bait on the wall)
-is mozzarella cheese the best bait?
-best rigs?
- any other advice would be greatly appreciated
Regards, Will
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9 hours ago, wazatherfisherman said:
Hi Will have a read of "Reminiscing- Mulloway, Kingfish and the "Murk" effect" in fishing chat. Instead of using a Yakka use a squid on same set up
What a read! Thanks wazza
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4 hours ago, kingie chaser said:
Its not a dull question at all, just trying to get to what it is exactly your asking instead of guessing!
I'm sure some rock fish's will chime.in here soon but yeh like I said if I were Rock fishing that's what I would do but it does all depend on many factors so there is no 1 answer.
Squid size?
Rat kings or 10kg kings,?
Going mainly for the rats, just for a bit of fun.
Good Day Out on Oberon Dam
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