Mik Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 (edited) After reading all these posts I had enough, I couldn't wait any longer & decided to head out & see what I could hook. As you'll see I have a fantastic day on the water, conditions were beautiful, the sky was slightly overcast but wind was down, it looked like I was going to be in for one great day. Arriving at the ramp I couldn't believe I had it all to myself, not another sole around. Launching was made easy & I was soon motoring along to the big blue yonder. To my surprise the water did look a little green but once the sounder started giving some great shows of bait I thought I'd give it a try anyway. Gamefishing solo was never going to be an easy task but thankfully my rig is well setup for this kind of work so I ran a single 50W out the back and it wasn't long before I heard the sound of that big shinny reel singing that magical song. I was onto a reasonable juvenile stick face! He gave some excellent displays. He made me work hard for the prize but eventually I tagged him & watched in awe as the magnificent fish swam off to fight another day. I was stoked. One Stickface solo was enough for me & I thought it was time to try for some sharks. I also wanted to try out my new Game reel. Setting the burley trail I sat back & enjoyed the day & a well earned rest, but it wasn't long before I saw some fins out the back. Sure enough a nice Hammerhead showed himself & ripped line like there was no tomorrow. Eventually with brute force I manhandled him in close to a shoreline where I could beach him easily & take a few happy snaps before releasing him. Well and truly satiated with offshore beasts I made the call to head in close & see what other species I could get into, I also swung by and picked up my youngest for a quick bash before Sponge Bob Square Pants started. It wasn't long before this now pro angler had me in awe of his technique & ability to finesse a fish from the snags & cover. We were amazed to find this thing so far from its natural habitat but after what was a tremendous fight I assisted with the net & we had this huge Bucket Mouthed Barra landed. Naturally this big beast was released, his mother was calling for lunch! Dropping off the young 'un I remembered the Sawtailed Surgeon fish post & thought they sounded like a good laugh. Being new to these fish I opted for some heavier tackle after reading how well the fight, I certainly didn't expect them to be ticklish though! I couldn't really think the day could get any better so I headed in, very proud to display the captures to all & sundry back inside the heads. I got quite a few looks & I'm sure I was the only one showing flags today. I made a quick pass to my crab nets & scored these two beaut spanner crabs. Getting back to the ramp I had loaded the rig onto its trailer when I heard some commotion from a few anglers further down on the rocks, there were some monster drummer being hauled in so of course I couldn't resist a chance to get into some off the stones. And so ended a day I won't soon forget, what a mixed bag & what a great day out. I can't wait to do it again soon. Cheers & tight lines everyone. Boofhead Edited February 20, 2010 by Boofhead Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dusky Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 what a great report - such a story - & the female drummer - what a catch! :074: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blower Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Now that is easily the best post I have ever seen on any site. That was unreal mate, especially like the cameo performances and cannot believe the willingness of all involved. That is the utmost for the saying - the family that plays together... stays together. I love it. There will be plenty of replies to this - hold onto your hat and you can expect report of the month prize in the mail in a few weeks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A.dawg Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Classics Awesome report Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SZ1 Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 That's Gold!!!!! Great stuff love every moment of reading your report. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray R Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Onya Boofhead, that is a beauty, I'm still chuckling to myself. Crack up of a post.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dogtooth Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Well done Boofhead... Funniest post i have read all year.. PS.... Any chance off sharing your GPS marks... Cheers Dogtooth..... John.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Ahhhhhhh what a laugh boofhead - you went to a lot of trouble to entertain your family and us and we thank you sincerely !!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiro Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Hahaha game reel lol onya boofhead.. Priceless! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGF Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 hahhaha boofhead that was a great report Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted February 20, 2010 Author Share Posted February 20, 2010 PS.... Any chance off sharing your GPS marks... Cheers Dogtooth..... John.... Sorry mate, this is the real spot X & no bugger is gonna steal these marks..................................I simply couldn't handle having an overcrowded ramp & more fools like me shuting down the fish! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hodgey Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 :1worthy: ... and the Pulitzer goes to ....BOOFHEAD! :clapping: That was a bloody great report, Mik. Some superb quality captures Pure GOLD Cheers Hodgey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewhunter Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Great post Mik! Love the flags flying. Top day! Cheers, Grant. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooklineandsinker Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 that surgeon is a classic what a great post mate i though it was gonna be a real post too mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted February 20, 2010 Author Share Posted February 20, 2010 Thanks all, we had fun doing it, glad to give ya's a laugh. As you can tell I'm chaffing at the bit to go fishing again soooooooon! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basil D Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 WHAT THE!!!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grandad Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 Just loved that one, Hope you released them to fight another day M Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tide'n'knots Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 no wonder your name is BOOFHEAD!!!! that was priceless! thanks for a great laugh. pete. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cat-as-trophy Posted February 20, 2010 Share Posted February 20, 2010 That is priceless Boofhead. Has to be one of the best reports I have read in a long time. Cheers Cath Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Poacher Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Fantastic work Boofhead. Cracked me up. The flags running off your "outrigger" were a nice touch. Just one question though - did you feel a little weird doing it? The Poacher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted February 21, 2010 Author Share Posted February 21, 2010 Fantastic work Boofhead. Cracked me up. The flags running off your "outrigger" were a nice touch. Just one question though - did you feel a little weird doing it? The Poacher. I'll forgive you given the fact that you don't know me well, for those that do, this IS normal for Boofhead. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsswordfisherman Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 Mik I reckon you should get a short video of that so we can put it up on FishTube Maybe we need to start Funniest Raider Videos Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElwoodBlues Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 This has to be 1 of the funniest posts I have had the pleasure of reading. Thank you. ElwoodBlues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mik Posted February 21, 2010 Author Share Posted February 21, 2010 Mik I reckon you should get a short video of that so we can put it up on FishTube Maybe we need to start Funniest Raider Videos I can probably win a funniest fishing video comp with any video from my normal fishing trips Donna, don't need to make one up Mind you, I'd certainly be a shoe in if I had McGoose onboard with me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olitay Posted February 21, 2010 Share Posted February 21, 2010 what a classic!!! well done mate! Laughed my head off! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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