[Kingies go Krazy at Longie., so do the sharks.]

On 12/19/2023 at 11:22 AM, Pickles said:

I have quite a few Kingie set ups as I take quite a few folks out who “just want to catch a kingie”. The line is 65lb braid to 80lb or 130lb leader (FG knot braid to fluro leader) on a Stella 850, and Stella 5000, 2x Saragossa 1200s and 2x Daiwa BG 8000s, also. Pen slammer IV  850. I have 8 Kingie rods (a bit sad, but I have 117rods & reels) 2x  CJ64 Daiwa Demon Bloods, 2 x Shimano Terez, 2 Ugly Sticks, also have a few other “Crystal tips” (can’t remember the make). I use Mustad hoodlum 7/0 or BKK circle in line hooks in 7/0 or 9/0. Only use quality barrel swivels and 3 way Shogun swivels.

@DerekD is putting together a “how to” on Kingfish - not sure when he is going to publish it though.

Hope this helps.

Thanks for the tips mate.  If you are ever needing a deckie is it possible to pay to come out with you one day?  Cheers.

 

[Kingies go Krazy at Longie., so do the sharks.]

Looks great Pickles! Damn I'm doing something wrong - I don't have anywhere near that much success!!!  What is your typical rig set-up when using yakkas?

Cheers

[Kingies are back in Sydney.]

Hey Pickles

Great report as usual.  I was out on Sunday and was having trouble landing yakkas.  Set up around Middle Harbour and berleyed a few around the boat but they weren't taking my squid on sabiki setup.  What bait are you having success with?

Cheers

[2023 goes off with a bang & “King Hit”]

2 minutes ago, Pickles said:

No worries @fatcat531, there is an extensive and detailed outline n the archives, but if you try the Centurian wreck off Quarrantine station near Canae Pt, there are not only Yakkas, but also slimey mackerel most of the time. The other spot is George’s corner. A third place they are nearly always available is directly off George’s Head, just around from Middle Head. Burley is essential and no 8 or 10 “Mosquito hooks” on 6lb momno with no sinker, but a swivel.

I hope this helps. (If you still can’t get on to them send me a PM and we can organise to get out and I’ll show you (but not a weekend).

Bob (Pickles)

Legend, thanks Pickles!!

[2023 goes off with a bang & “King Hit”]

Hey mate, impressive stuff.  I've had real trouble getting onto yakkas in recent weeks.  Any chance I can ask where your bait grounds are?  I've been burling up and using squid and bits of chicken fillet but not luck!!

Cheers

[Fish ID (Lizardfish/Grinner/Saury) Order Aluopiformes.]

 

Hi All,

Caught this on the harbour yesterday, could someone please ID and let me know if goes ok on the plate.

Cheers

 

[Sydney Kings - reluctant over weekend.]

7 minutes ago, Pickles said:

Hi fatcat - I have been getting the at George’s bay(Yakkas) and George’s Head (squid).

yakkas- burley with bread and use a 6lb hand line (unweighted) with a 10 mosquito brand hook - you’ll slay them

Thanks Pickles!  Is George's Bay where Obelisk Beach is?  

Cheers

[Sydney Kings - reluctant over weekend.]

Great report.  I've been out the last couple of weekends and have had minimal luck finding yakkas and squid. It's getting damn frustrating!   Any recommendations for locations in the harbour?

Cheers