Ray R Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 G'day Raiders, took Browney1 (Mike) and his mate Dan for a flattie flick at Patonga today. Browney and his mates have been up at Avoca for a week or so and it was great to catch up with yet another Raider. The boys had been joining us in some rock fishing for horsies and while this was fun I thought they might like a flick with plastics for some flatties. Browney1 and his buddy Dan jumped at the offer so I threw in o few rods, extra plastics and jigheads, picked the boys up from Avoca at 5:30 and off we went to Patonga. Neither of the boys had caught a flattie on plastics so I was under a bit of pressure to produce for them. We trudged around the rocks at Darks Corner until we arrived at one of my fav spots, got the fellas rigged with some plastic, gave some advice on where to cast, then let 'em loose. I moved a bit further up to my rock and within a few casts had my first flattie. A good start which was followed shortly after by Dan's first ever flattie on plastic, don't know, who was more excited, with the help of Browney they managed to walk the flattie up the sandy bit between the rocks and he was hootin' . So my mission was part complete , young Dan had his first flattie , now need to get Browney one, he tried and tried, Dan scored another , I got a couple of small ones and 2 self releasing larger models around the 60-65cm mark but still no joy for Browney. So I said lets move down to another patch that I've caught them before, rigged up some fresh plastic , got a few taps and then it happened, Browney hooks up on to a solid fish, as I know the gear he was using, my fav little stradic-rack raider combo, I knew he was onto a beastie, put my gear down grabbed the camera and watched Browney work his magic, he did a great job knowing that the gear was good and and all the knots would hold, we watched her come in, do a u-turn and shoot off again, this happen 3 or 4 times, we could also see that she hooked in top jaw well away from the shredding teeth, anyway a kind chap and his family finally was able to get one good net shot on her and Browney had his prize. There was high fives, hand shakes and some hootin' she was a beauty, made sure plenty of pics were taken and then Browney released her and we all waved her goodbye and thanked her for a memorable few minutes, we had a guess at approx 85cm for her.. So after this epic morning we decided to head back , filleted our flatties we kept and the boys will be dining on flathead tonight. A top morning and I was so pleased that we scored a few fish, the boys had a ball and they loved the spot I took them to, love when a plan all comes together, great company, they are both nice young men, and I'm sure they got a real buzz too as I did. Anyway that's it, hope you enjoy the post and the pics.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GregL Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Nice session on the flatties boys! Cracker for Browney to boot. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tan the fisherman Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Well done boys - she's a monster croc - unforgettable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The President Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Ray, you could of made a great school teacher. Great effort all round, fantastic large lizard. The boys owe you one. The President. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooklineandsinker Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 well done fellas sounds like you's a cracker of a session there and that flattie was to die for nice release too mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusky Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Fantastic job - thanks for the GREAT report - I am looking forward to your next story. If you ever need a fishing buddy PM me any time & I will make the time to get there. Great pics R Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day's Fishin Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Great post Ray, it was good to see the lady swim away. Regards Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinkymalinky Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Great result from one of your favourite haunts, Ray. And nice work showing the boys the ropes in the area. Awesome Croc, Mike... and love the story of its capture... well done all round:1yikes: Cheers, Slinky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bangus Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 G'day Raiders, took Browney1 (Mike) and his mate Dan for a flattie flick at Patonga today. Browney and his mates have been up at Avoca for a week or so and it was great to catch up with yet another Raider. The boys had been joining us in some rock fishing for horsies and while this was fun I thought they might like a flick with plastics for some flatties. Browney1 and his buddy Dan jumped at the offer so I threw in o few rods, extra plastics and jigheads, picked the boys up from Avoca at 5:30 and off we went to Patonga. Neither of the boys had caught a flattie on plastics so I was under a bit of pressure to produce for them. We trudged around the rocks at Darks Corner until we arrived at one of my fav spots, got the fellas rigged with some plastic, gave some advice on where to cast, then let 'em loose. I moved a bit further up to my rock and within a few casts had my first flattie. A good start which was followed shortly after by Dan's first ever flattie on plastic, don't know, who was more excited, with the help of Browney they managed to walk the flattie up the sandy bit between the rocks and he was hootin' . So my mission was part complete , young Dan had his first flattie , now need to get Browney one, he tried and tried, Dan scored another , I got a couple of small ones and 2 self releasing larger models around the 60-65cm mark but still no joy for Browney. So I said lets move down to another patch that I've caught them before, rigged up some fresh plastic , got a few taps and then it happened, Browney hooks up on to a solid fish, as I know the gear he was using, my fav little stradic-rack raider combo, I knew he was onto a beastie, put my gear down grabbed the camera and watched Browney work his magic, he did a great job knowing that the gear was good and and all the knots would hold, we watched her come in, do a u-turn and shoot off again, this happen 3 or 4 times, we could also see that she hooked in top jaw well away from the shredding teeth, anyway a kind chap and his family finally was able to get one good net shot on her and Browney had his prize. There was high fives, hand shakes and some hootin' she was a beauty, made sure plenty of pics were taken and then Browney released her and we all waved her goodbye and thanked her for a memorable few minutes, we had a guess at approx 85cm for her.. So after this epic morning we decided to head back , filleted our flatties we kept and the boys will be dining on flathead tonight. A top morning and I was so pleased that we scored a few fish, the boys had a ball and they loved the spot I took them to, love when a plan all comes together, great company, they are both nice young men, and I'm sure they got a real buzz too as I did. Anyway that's it, hope you enjoy the post and the pics.. well done ray r and the boys thats a big lizard cheers rommel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tide'n'knots Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 well done ray for getting the boys onto some nice fish! thats a cracker big girl browney! pete Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gg85 Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 congrats mate u'll struggle to beat that landbased i know allotta ppl who'd give their left arm for that from the shore Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Langa Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Wow great fish! I wish I had a mentor like you when I was that age, good work Ray and top job Browny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anroco Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Great catch! Next time you catch her she will be even bigger!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenno64 Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Fantastic report Ray and the boys. Good to see you putting fellow raiders onto your fav spots Ray. Great pics and magnificent release of that croc. Top shelf stuff!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brooker435 Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Ray your a champ!!!! good on you!!! you're a great Teacher!!! Beautiful Flatties and Nice Release also.. And well done to all of you on landing some nice fish so far Ive only landed 2 on Gulp Pumpkin seed plastics at narrabeen but right on 36 and looking very thin so I released them all but nothing like that might have to try patonga out as by reading your posts from time to time it looks like you do preety good up there! I might have to also try using bigger plastics not that It makes a real big difference I think but would get to the bottom quicker before the pickers get to them Regards, Nathan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
omg_the_funky_shit@hotmail.com Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 nice job on the flatties....brought a tear to my eye....mainly cuz i was drifting past those rocks half of tuesday and only got 3 little bream.....def worth another shot round patonga also saw something interesting at the entrance of patonga creek..saw some ripples in the water then few seconds later a flathead is busting out of the water and behind it a big jewie...couldnt believe my eyes so quickly sirected a few lines that way but all was gone.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marley Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Nice flatties boys. You definately can't beat local knowledge whne it comes to where and when to get into them gav Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Loops Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Ray what a champ working to put the fellas onto some great fish in Patonga! Browney thats a ripper flatty mate and a nice feed there for the bbq. Looks like a great day to be out having a flick - nice work guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercer007 Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Great report, and I know exactly how the lads must have felt. Wasn't all that long ago that I had my first soft plastic trip with Ray to patonga and scored a few also. That's the spirit Ray, if only there were more like u. 007 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
arpie Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Well done Ray - congrats on getting the boys onto the flatties in the best FR spirit - that CROC is amazing! Terrific that such light gear can bring in a fish of that size! Dan would have been so chuffed with his first flatties & for Browney to hook that big girl, AWESOME!! Roberta Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
camotec Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 That was a great report, good on you guys, awesome result Cheers Ben Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coasty1 Posted September 3, 2010 Share Posted September 3, 2010 NOTHING TO ADD BUT AWSOME BOYS AND THE TRUSTED "LOCAL KNOWLEDGE "IS PRICELESS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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