doobie

51 minutes ago, BColly said:

Cheers for the reply, That’s good to know. Trebles can be a pain at times. 
 

I have a packet of Atomic Trick Bitz in size #010- NS, I guess that is size 10 and whatever the NS means. Is that size good for YFW? 
 

hope you had a good Xmas and New Year and have been getting a few fish 

 

They'll be ok, but get some size 8 at some stage - most use 8's.

Yeah xmas/NY ok, but the getting a few fish ain't working too well lol

8 hours ago, BColly said:

I was reading this post and I noticed the Lures just had assist hooks only, no trebles or hooks on the belly. Is that a good way of doing it when chasing YFW? I’m going to target some on Sunday and would like to know so I can change some hooks over. 
 

cheers 

Yep it's the way to go.  Even add a couple more split rings to give more swing with the hooks.

You can put assist hooks on the belly which of course provides another chance of a hook up, but most don't.

Size 8 assist hooks.

Good luck on Sunday.

Was indeed a good session for you.

Good water, lots of trout and looked a lovely day in the background with nice green pastures - what else could you ask for  

Good clear video 

I fillet my fish similar to that.

With Gar, I can butterfly them pretty well -- but with other fish I find it difficult.

So I'd be up to seeing a video on butterflying  

Thanks again for putting up.

wow, you wouldn't want to get a snag or get it scratched along some rocks.

Good pic up from those shots SurfcaztR

Now that is too far to cast!

My money is on not being completed on time  

Different type of lure for sure - obviously can get results  

Enjoyed the video Adrian and looks like your friend would have enjoyed too  

8 minutes ago, Softy said:

Apparently that is Doobie... Tripped over his walking frame again.

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57 minutes ago, gregtech said:

I don't think even Doobs can cast that far

Easy as Piss - but that is me on the jetty towards the end ... typical

The old debate comes up all the time - in the 'old' days it was jus mono through and through and we still caught enough fish.

Now-a-days, yes fluorocarbon comes into the equation - I use FC as a leader on most rigs for jetty/rock fishing - weather it makes a real difference, I have no idea lol and I really don't care.  I'm not a fishing enthusiast  

I was hoping for a little bit more considering the title

It is a great area to visit and explore.

Pity the conditions weren't the best for fishing opportunities but 2 Barra's is still pleasing.

On 01/11/2021 at 10:54 PM, Elecmuso said:

Goolwa season has just opened. Anyone had any luck? They were mostly tiny last year without travelling for km.

Gathered today (not me)

10 hours ago, Elecmuso said:

Goolwa season has just opened. Anyone had any luck? They were mostly tiny last year without travelling for km.

Not sure yet.

Session only opened yesterday, so maybe watch for posts on FB - I'm sure there will be some soon  

I use Berley FC 8lb and don't have any issues.

You could try soaking the Shimano spool ( or cut off bits) in some warm water to take out the 'memory' - works for mono at least.

20 hours ago, yellow door 1 said:

Its not just while I'm trying to get to sleep either - the pinnacle is the on the spot hack.

Mozzies arent usually a problem where I fish but I Fished a new spot the other day and the buggers found me - A quick scan of the bank and I had the answer to my prayers - a tin can and some tea tree bark - and bang - see ya later Mozzies

 

If it works then a good solution - me, I take spray as I never see an empty can lying around or any tea tree bark  

I'm sure you go to sleep every single night thinking of a 'How can I can fix that or improve that'.

Never a dull moment in your head  

Always good to start the season of with a few trout.

A couple of rainbows over the 1/2 kg mark is also a nice start.

(hope your back is going ok too)

58 minutes ago, Meppstas said:

Like everything, the powers to be will wait until an inexperience angler drowns before they do something about it..

 

And that's the unfortunate thing about it.

Hopefully it doesn't come to that and they put in place some kind of warning - fingers crossed.

I remember that in one of your reports - certainly an adventurous and nerve racking crossover  

The water looks to be running quite well - whether that is good or bad 

The weather seems to be against at the moment and sounds cold with all that snow  

At least there is a start

That's a good percentage catch Adrian  

Geez, talk about dramas   Besides being cold I'm sure and wet, I'd be worried about the camera as well.

But 'pure arse' was on your side