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  1. Flawed science and outdated web-site

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    why then have other states spent many $ millions on artificial reefs and FADS in their respective states over the past ten years. Go check out the other states fishery Web-sites.

    because other states have very different marine environments and fish stocks to SA perhaps?as far as I can see, our gulfs are fairly unique.The science seems fairly legit to me, especially for snapper. having more reefs is not going to increase numbers, just aggregate fish in know locations which will then increase fishing pressure.The snapper have a yearly run from way out in the open ocean somewhere, up the gulfs, they spawn, then bugger off back out into the deep blue yonder. they are migratory... so how are more reefs going to help anything? its not going to help them get jiggy with it... they do that up in the warm gulf waters. that's the reason why there are snapper bans each year and they are bringing in the spatial closures in their breeding areas... so they are left alone to get down and dirty.That is going to do a lot more for recs than putting in reefs, more breeding, more fish, the easier it will be for you to catch one at any of the many reefs and structures already in place.I think their science is pretty damn good.also, FADs attract pelagics... how many pelagic species do we see in SA where the majority of people fish (the gulfs)? trevors... slimey macks... The page you linked to will tell you that this state has installed many artificial reefs in the 1970s, if that didn't increase fish stocks significantly then how will putting more in help? the only thing it will do is give more people a 'fishing spot' when there are already more than enough.

  3. help with opinion's on trailcraft

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    been on a few trips in the slightly bigger 640.nice boats, big and roomy but no creature comforts, pure fishing workhorse.fairly stable, but I suppose that's simply because of their size.640 with 200yam 4 stroke pushes along at about 65-70kph at WOT. cruising speed about 50.very dry ride up front with plenty of protection, only ever got wet sitting up the back.

  4. Looking for advice please.....

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    last time I cooked up some cockles, I had only purged them overnight using the suspended onion bag method... was like eating handfuls of sand :(previously I have purged them over about 24hrs and they were fine.what kind of timeframe do you suggest purging over Ranger? and do you use some kind of air pump to keep the water oxygenated? coz if you end up with a heap of dead ones, they really stink and I think start to kill the others.

  11. DIY yiros on the spit questions

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    A mate of mine wants to have 'make it yourself' yiros for a party he's having, problem is the butchers around here don't seem to do large scale yiros meat for the spit...So where can I find a butcher that will sell me ready to go on the spit yiros meat? lamb and chicken.or is it better to get the cuts, marinate yourself etc?I have never done this before and neither has he, so any help would be much appreciated, place to get meat, any special marinades, methods etc.I'm sure a few of you have had the odd backyard yiros :)

  12. Cultured baitworm feedback required later this year

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    Congrats finishing your PhD, now you just have to wait a year or so for your supervisor to sign it off, get it peer reviewed and do your changes etc then finally graduate sometime this decade ;) You'll be signing letters with Dr before you know it :)Exactly which type of worm are you culturing?I only know of bloodworms, tubeworms, bungum worms and seaweed worms....and as far as I am aware you could call all of them 'sandworms'?If you are culturing bungums, I reckon you're onto a winner. And if you can do seaweed worms that's a whole new market. I'm sure Kelvin can help you find some ;)Bungums are gun bait for whiting, but difficulty of collection, lack of supply and hence high price stops people from using them.If they were a decent price/bait and in regular supply they'd probably be used a lot more.The 'go to' bait is still cockles for most people, coz its what they know.But you know all this already from your previous study.I predict your user/potential customer survey will show that the average joe wouldn't have to foggiest on how to use worms effectively, they would then compare them to another bait like cockles, and you won't really gain much from the exercise.Even so, I reckon its a goer and you're going to do well from your venture. Even better that you are a local.

  14. Kite fishing in SA

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    You fly a kite, then attach a 'drop line' to the kite line, then let out more kite line to take your baits out to sea.wait, then haul in your dropline and collect your fish.repeat.the kite stays up the whole time you are fishing.thats one way anyway.depending on the kite, the wind can be blowing straight down the beach and you can still get baits out by 'tacking' the kite to fly against the wind and head out to sea.

  15. Kite fishing in SA

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    funny, I was just looking at this the other day.good way to get a big bait out... but I think they have more success in other countries where they effectively run a long line out (20+ hooks). a few videos on youtube of guys hauling in snapper after snapper on one line.I don't think there's anywhere to hire one, but they aren't too expensive, about $100 for a decent kite, then just run it out on a rod & reel.I haven't heard of or seen anyone in SA doing it, but I'd imagine they'd come into their own on the surf beaches, able to get a big bait out pretty far.There's also another method, called a Kontiki.

  16. t shirts

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    Friend of mine runs an embroidery shop, I'll ask about general costs etc on polos and hats.BUT... there are online places where you can create your own designs etc... like cafepressHere's a black hoodie I just knocked up, you can edit it if you like etc.http://www.cafepress.com.au/cp/customize/product2.aspx?from=CustomDesigner&number=783334179custom_hoodie.jpgGets cheaper the more you order. Single one is $58 delivered.You can custom design shirts, hats etc even mugs and pens if you so wish.So one of you bright fellas could design some shirts and hoodies etc online, organise a group buy etc if you are really that keen.

  17. THE QUICK TRIP REPORT THREAD... (post away)

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    Yeah the gear was majorly overkill, was using a saltiga combo, pretty sure the reel was a 6500 (30kg drag...) and the drag was set pretty tight. Fish was boatside in about 2 minutes flat.But I spose that's what you want when you haven't got your bag yet, just get them in as quick as possible so you can get onto the next. Once you've got your bag then the fun can begin. Not very often you can bring tuna home.btw.Fish was hooked on a rapala clackin' magnum in mackerel colour.The smaller fish was hooked on a black and blue skirt.

  19. THE QUICK TRIP REPORT THREAD... (post away)

    in General Fishing

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    Headed out from Cape Jervis today (5:30am start) out to the Pages chasing tuna.Went with my neighbour, his son and his nephew. His nephew and I had not caught a tuna before so the first two fish were ours.Got out near the pages and saw a little runabout land two tuna, looked promising.Ended up being very slow and I had just laid down for a quick kip when one of the rods goes off... well I didn't get to fight that one, but it was a smallish one about 10kg.After another hour or so chasing birds and dodging boats, I was finally on well east of the Pages.Short time later a 16kg fish is bleeding all over the place in the boat. Mission accomplished.That was pretty much it for the day, one of the crew had a little mishap that nearly saw them over the side and ended up with a cut up hand so we headed in.Was good fun being out there though, see the birds diving then when you get closer see the tuna smashing bait on the surface.. all the while 10 boats have seen the same thing and are all bearing down on the same spot lol :)

  24. my latest captures :)

    in General Fishing

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    apparently snapper and kgw guts attrack them. as does also whiting frames and pilchards chopped up :)
    Does not surprise me
    Taste: Octopuses and squid have taste receptors all over their bodies and are as much as 10 to 1' date='000 times more sensitive to taste than humans.Sight: Octopuses and squids have excellent vision, but may be colour-blind. Some have a 360 degree range of vision with eyes that are very similar in structure to human eyes.Smell: Octopuses and squids register smell in small pits located beneath the eyes.[/quote']Have heard multiple times that some pro squidders use pilchards soaked in tuna oil for berley.Here's an oldie :)http://www.strikehook.com/forum/27-boat-fishing/90-catching-more-squid#12433And well done man.
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