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    Multi Tool ??

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    hi Raiders 

    We have an old tiny multitool floating around the house that we use occasionally for its small but precise pliers.  Used it yesterday to help set up a new computer monitor at home (I wonder why 😕) and thought these are damn handy.  This had me thinking that a pair of multitools would be handy to have in the tackle bag.  That home one is too tiny to be useful and is poorly featured 

    So, who amongst you out there use multitools as part of their tackle bag.  If you do, what features, or tools do you find handy other than obviously the pliers and the knife(s).  Are those tiny scissors handy at cutting braid (finding scissors that do not fray braid too much is a pet obsession of mine)?  

    Finally, are there more quality brands like Leatherman and Gerber worth the extra money compared to cheap and cheerful that you can find on eBay, keeping in mind that I am an occasional fisho. 

     

    Thank you in advance

    FNQ Sneaky Fishing Advice

    in Plan a Fishing Trip

    Posted

    Thanks Fellas

    So all I need to do is watch out for crocs and if they do not get me I can look forward to being stung by sandflies followed by excruciating pain and scars in the future 

    And if I can avoid all that if (big if) I get a bite chances are i'll get busted off 

    All right !!!!! 

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    FNQ Sneaky Fishing Advice

    in Plan a Fishing Trip

    Posted · Edited by OttoVu

    OK Raiders – after what seems to be an eternity we are going on a decent holiday (as opposed to daytrips / overnighters that have been the case in the past year).  About 8 days in FNQ, Palm Cove and Port Douglas, mid July.  Woot Woot.  Looking at some maps – my keen eyes noticed the expanse of blue to the right which got me thinking.  I have a travel rod that I accidentally bought (long story), maybe I could sneak off for quiet fish ??  I have a few questions thou, if someone with local experience could help – it would much appreciated

    The Trip – This is holiday with friends who are not interested in fishing at all and I am only looking to sneak away few times for a few hours max.  Not interested in gearing up for a proper fishing holiday.  Looked at local fishing websites but vast majority are big buck fishing charters out on the reefs (not feasible for this trip)

    Location – likewise I am limited to being land based on local water ways that I can walk to (not even sure if we will have a car).  Any suggestions where ?? 

    Gear –– Effectively I am limited to my travel rod, and I intend only to take one reel and a selection of SP and maybe some hard bodies – just enough to fit into a small bumbag.   Basically, it’s bream gear that I use in the Parra.  The rod is only an ultra-light (ABU Veritas 1-3 kg, 6'10") but has an adjustable action (different sections).  Realistically is that too light for the local species ?? Similarly I mostly have 6lb braid but have a spare spool of 10lb – OK ?

    Lures – what I have in terms of lures are the usual suspects for the targeting Sydney Bream in the Parra.  Are these feasible for the local species ??  Are there  others that are the "go to" lures in that region ??

    Air Travel – I understand that hooks, pliers and braid are not allowed in cabin luggage (is braid allowed at all, even in checked luggage ??) but a travel rod in its casing should be fine in the cabin??  

    Cheers and TIA 

    Shimano Symetre Rod Reel - any good ??

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Hi

    What are ppl opinions / experiences on the Shimano Symetre gear.

    Background - I need to use my Frequent Flyers points soon (end of the month) or they will expire. I ain't flying anywhere soon but I can get a range of Shimano Symetre combos...I am thinking it could be a good add to the tackle box as most of my gear is light or ultra light and this is an easy and cheap way to add something a little heavier.

    Thanks 

    Old Old Tackle

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    Geez - its been a awhile. 

    Best I update.  Life can be a bastard at times and I have been preoccupied with "stuff" other than fishing.  Operation (relatively minor - but all good), work off the scales - deadline today....just finished, #2 son fractured ankle - its like he is a toddler all over

    And.....my MiL is not in a good way and at 94 does not look good.  So no way could I start picking at the remains just yet.  

    Life goes on - fingers crossed I get a rare chance to scare some fish.....

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    Old Old Tackle

    in Tackle Talk

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    On 9/3/2020 at 4:03 PM, Jaymanner said:

    Hi Otto,

    If the Alvey is still around I or my son could put it to good use.

    We are hoping for a few keepers as the weather warms up.

     

    On 9/3/2020 at 4:03 PM, Jaymanner said:

     

    I assume it is ----- tbh I have not been down at the MiL for some while now.  

    I'll update this thread when I next visit 

    Cheers 

    Old Old Tackle

    in Tackle Talk

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    Mike 

    Next time I am down there I'll pick the handlines and let you know.  Must inform you that my MiL is not in the best way at the moment ......probably not the best time for 93 y-o to be needing care but her kids have been great.  My visits there are not that frequent.  On the up side my MiL never throws anything out.  Not sure if my wife knows what to look for 

    I'll keep in touch 

    Old Old Tackle

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    My father in law passed away a little while back.  He was an old school fisho, almost archetypal – the type that had a tinnie, a few cork handlines, a prawn net and spent his holidays dragging the family up and down the coast in the caravan always looking to catch a fed of fish.

    Now my Mother in Law heard about my new found interest to get back into fishing and offered me his old tackle and gear.  So on the weekend I had a look.  With eager anticipation I went into the back shed (where else !!) and ……………what a mess of tangled and damaged gear.  Mostly solid glass rods, some with missing guides, reels that are missing parts.  The rods mostly seem to be short and stout boat rods with huge reels (more like winches).  The tackle box was at one time water logged and most of the tackle inside is in a sad and sorry state.  Lots of cork handlines !!  None of those new fangled plastic casters for my FiL.

    So will be chucking it out soon ……… however there maybe a few things that some may find of interest – assuming collecting old fishing gear is a thing.  See photo.  The spinners are early Diawa, the centre pin is made in the US (Speedcast IIRC) and there is an old Alvey Side Cast (not in photo).  Free to anyone who maybe interested. 

    There are a few things I did keep – but I’ll post more about these later

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    I'm over it.... I give up.... (boat storage)

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted

    1 hour ago, DerekD said:

    ... Love to learn the Council logic behind this one.

    Nah - look elsewhere .....developer pushing for less parking (its extremely expensive to built underground parking) couched in "nice, touchy feely" greenwash terms 

    Me: Near 40 yr professional in the Design/Construction industry - Resi work sucks 

     

     

     

    Newbie to Braid

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    11 minutes ago, Green Hornet said:

    I'm not too clued up on trout, but used to fish bream tournaments

    Funny you mention this as one of those recommending the step up is a known bream tournament competitor ...... 

    I'm over it.... I give up.... (boat storage)

    in Fishing Chat

    Posted · Edited by OttoVu
    clarity

    Not a boat owner ......... but have crazy car club friends with too many cars with similar issues 

    One solution (that is sorta affordable) is to sniff around for a local with a spare garage who wants to rent it out.  One mate pays ~$50 wk for a double in the inner west (Five Dock), which I believe he found on a local community FB page 

    Good luck 

    Newbie to Braid

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    Posted

    Just in the process of converting to the world of braid and TBH am a  bit bewildered with the choice and options.  The pinned guide on this forum is a great help.   

    After seemingly countless hours of research I have come across a comment a few times whereby some ppl have recommended to go slightly higher breaking strain than strictly required with the underlying reasoning being as the braid (good quality) is very thin anyways getting the benefits of higher BS (greater abrasion resistance and general strength) without an appreciable loss in castability.  We are talking about trout/bream light spinning gear and using 10 lb braid vs 6 lb (my old mono)

    Your  learned thoughts ??

    Jaded Tackle ??

    in Tackle Talk

    Posted

    On 7/7/2020 at 12:41 PM, DerekD said:

    I fish lower North shore and if you can't find anyone of your group that fishes light soft plastics effectively then I might be able to give you an introduction to them. The plastics are best fished with the graphite rod. They have a very better sensitivity than the older fibreglass rods.

    I meant to thank you for such a kind offer ......I may take you up on it as I am not far away 

    But at this stage just gathering my tackle gear and will get onto the water after a month or two. That I have some minor surgery scheduled soon 

    Cheers 

    Jaded Tackle ??

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    Posted

    Thanks all 

    Yes - I am planning to replace the mono on one of my spools anyways.  The other spool (which I plan to keep for bait fishing) I will test - cast it to see if there is any memory and then break it - see what strength it may have 

    Jaded Tackle ??

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    So as have mentioned I am getting back into recreational fishing after a long break.  I dug up my old tackle box on the weekend primarily to clean it up as well to see where I had gaps in my kit.  Well in place of the expected rusty tangle mess of hooks, stinkers and other battered junk I found a collection of SP’s and some tasty fresh water lures and other bits and pieces I have completely forgot about. 

    The lures were a result of a disaster of a Lads Weekend away to Oberon where it rained and rained – the rivers were raging torrents and when we did get a rare break the Dam was just dead.  The SP’s were a real surprise.  I have a vague recollection that these were purchased in anticipation of a saltwater weekend away me and the Lads said we were going to have after the debacle of Oberon – it never happened for a whole bunch of reasons

    Anyway to my question – after at least 10 years are the SP still OK to use ?  I had a fiddle and they seemed in pretty good nick with no visual deterioration of the plastic – they are a combination of Squidgies and Powerbait.  On a related question the mono on my reels is again the same age as these lures – OK to reuse ??  I had a few casts in the backyard and it seemed normal 

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