skunga Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 a fish of a lifetime. congratulations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunder Posted November 30, 2007 Share Posted November 30, 2007 Congratulations Mike, what a beautiful fish. I love the colours. That'll feed you for a while!!! The barbie is at your place!!! Cheers Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
inhlanzi Posted December 1, 2007 Author Share Posted December 1, 2007 Thanks for the kind words Raiders Some stats for those who asked - Length: 1m 38 cm, Weight: -+20kg, Fight lasted around 15mins (didn't think it was a Jewie at first so I took my time). Hooked at 11h30 on the run in tide. Massive 1st run of about 80 to 100meters and then two smaller ones and a couple of dives at the boat. I was on my own so when it came time to gaff him I really took my time and gaffed him under the chin and hauled him over the transom. I have spent hundreds of hours at the spot I caught it at and seen others catch and loose fish but this was the first Jewie in that spot for me. I am still on cloud nine. Amazing how easy it is to clean the boat and gear after a fish like that. Already packed and ready to go again! The fish will be enjoyed by the old fellows at the War Vets home in Galstone / Dural at their Christmas lunch on Monday. Thanks to the Folks at Windybanks Fish Shop for getting that organised. Thanks again cheers inhlanzi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niko Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Bloody brilliant........now that's inspiration. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STOCK Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Congrats on the big one, it even put a smile on my face Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RodHolder Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 G'day Raiders Got up real early to chase the old TEEHJ ( The ever elusive Hawkesbury Jewfish ) He was not so elusive this morning!!! Was lucky enough to pick up this big fellow on the run-in tide this morning on a yakka cut bait. I am a very very happy and satisfied fisherman... A BIG Thank you to those who helped me along this journey - ya know who you are!!! Cheers inhlanzi Fantastic fish!! congrates on a great capture Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris 55 Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 (edited) Top fish there Mike and well deserved Much karma to you for donating it to some people that will appreciate your gesture it's never like work when cleaning up after a good fish has been caught Hope its only the first of a regular run Chris Edited December 1, 2007 by Chris 55 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
damariboyz Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Inspirational stuff mate well done and good on the Vets they deserve a special feast and you have provided that. Unbelievable memories for you to keep forever. Santa arrived early this year Russ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STOCK Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 Ooooo dont forget fish of the month! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cupster Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 G'day Raiders Got up real early to chase the old TEEHJ ( The ever elusive Hawkesbury Jewfish ) He was not so elusive this morning!!! Was lucky enough to pick up this big fellow on the run-in tide this morning on a yakka cut bait. I am a very very happy and satisfied fisherman... A BIG Thank you to those who helped me along this journey - ya know who you are!!! Cheers inhlanzi fantastic! well done mate,a fish like that certainly makes up for all the fruitless trips!..[ps.those r some wide shoulders u got there"ha!]. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Boban Posted December 1, 2007 Share Posted December 1, 2007 fantastic! well done mate,a fish like that certainly makes up for all the fruitless trips!..[ps.those r some wide shoulders u got there"ha!]. Well done Mike. How's that for an adrenalin rush. I've heard so much about your efforts through Byron and Pete, it feels like I know you well, although we have never met. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zen801 Posted December 2, 2007 Share Posted December 2, 2007 Mike, That is one beautiful fish - Congratulations and enjoy! Mike G AKA Zenman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
netic Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 That is an absolutely awesome fish, Very well done Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robeebee Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 UNREAL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidlips Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Thats a Mulloway Determination = Rewards Well Done mate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Dan Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Thats an absolute monster, well done!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buster and co Posted December 3, 2007 Share Posted December 3, 2007 Fantastic fish Mike. Congratulations, you give us all hope. Cheers, Rick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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