burny86 Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Hi fellow raiders, I'm keen to try Botany Bay in my 12ft 8hp tinny, I was wondering if this would be able to handle the bay and if so were would be a good spot to start. I don't want any secret spots lol just a few tips for a beginner, I'm keen on soft plastics and have a large range which I have used with success in the George's river but lately I've been keen to try somewhere new. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoff Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 The boat would be OK on a good day however , if the wind get's up it can become very choppy , very quickly. There are 4 ramps in or near the Bay area. Depending on the wind direction launch at the one which will be most protected , EG , If from the N/E , launch at Foreshore Drive & fish the Northern side of the Bay. If from the South , launch at Kurnell to fish the Southern side. As for fishing spots this map is a good place to start. If you buy on line there is additional postage & handling so check out a few tackle stores around the Bay area , they should have them in stock http://www.afn.com.au/store/AFN-Fishing-Maps/c14/p27/Map-23:-Botany-Bay/product_info.html Geoff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Day's Fishin Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Like Geoff said be watchful of the weather as Botany bay is not a good spot in a small boat when the wind kicks in, there has been a lot of boating accidents on the bay over the years and most of them should not have happened. Pick your day, keep a life jacket on and watch the weather and you will have a good safe trip. Taylor Bay is a good spot after a blow for school jew and big bream. Jeff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rockfisherman Posted February 26, 2013 Share Posted February 26, 2013 Any sort of southerly in the bay turns it into a washing machine... I have a 4m tinny with a 15hp on the back, so not much different to you... Personally I would keep an eye on the weather, or the wind more so, seabreeze is a pretty good indicator. If it says its going to be a good morning and then ramping up to 30knots by midday, you can usually feel it starting up which is your indication to make preparations to head back in. Fishingphase Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burny86 Posted February 26, 2013 Author Share Posted February 26, 2013 Thanks for the info guys, I will be sure to get one of those maps. I think for now i will only go on a calm day and not venture to far from launching point until i have a bit of experience with the bay. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onearmedfisho Posted February 27, 2013 Share Posted February 27, 2013 burny, you should be fine if you just fish off brighton, the novotel etc. Throw a few plastics around just off the beaches and you will catch a few flatties!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burny86 Posted February 27, 2013 Author Share Posted February 27, 2013 Thanks one armed fisho. Im keen to give it a crack sucks this sh$t weather wont go away Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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