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Contents WEST COAST West Coast

Warrnambool 18 Apollo Bay

Cobden 19

CENTRAL Geelong 22 Port Phillip West

Port Phillip North East

Mornington Peninsula

Port Phillip Bay Offshore

Western Port North

Western Port South

Phillip Island

EAST COAST Bemm River

Gippsland Lakes

Marlo 42 Corner Inlet

Lakes Entrance

NSW SOUTH COAST Merimbula 46 Narooma 47 Bermagui 48 Mallacoota/Eden 48

VICTORIAN FRESHWATER Wagga Wagga

Albury/Wodonga 58

From the Editor’s Desk... Great news to all Victorian recreational anglers will be the ultimate removal of commercial netting in the Gippsland Lakes. Recently, we received this release from Minister Jaala Pulford. “Commercial netting in the Gippsland Lakes is another step closer to being banned, with the Andrews Labor Government introducing legislation today that will boost tourism, create jobs and protect the unique lake system. “The Marine and Fisheries Legislation Amendment Bill 2019 will phase out the 10 remaining Gippsland Lakes Fishing Access Licences over two

years. The first opportunity for industry to exit will be 1 April next year, with all affected licences phased out by 1 April 2021. “The ban will return the Gippsland Lakes to recreational fishers, creating better fishing opportunities and a boost for local tourism and regional jobs. “It will help rebuild fish stocks and increase catch rates for recreational fishers and delivers on a key commitment of the Labor Government’s $35 million Target One Million Phase Two plan, which aims to get more people fishing, more often in more places. “Gippsland Lakes Fishing Access Licence holders will be fairly compensated

for the cancellation of their licence, with compensation to be consistent with that provided under the Port Phillip Bay buy-out. “Commercial bait, eel and mussel fishing will not be impacted and will continue to be permitted in the Gippsland Lakes. “Victorian and federal offshore fisheries that use the Lakes as a port will also remain unaffected, ensuring that prawns and other species sold into the food market will be available to consumers. “We’re delivering what we promised, making the Gippsland Lakes better than ever for recreational fishers and local tourism operators,” said Fishing and Boating Minister Jaala Pulford.

“This legislation will provide certainty for affected licence holders and we will continue to work through this transition with them.” “We’re listening to the East Gippsland community – removing the nets, phasing out commercial licences and handing the lakes back to recreational fishers,” said the Member for Eastern Victoria, Jane Garrett. So not only is it happening, there’s a deadline to stick to. We all know that it’ll take a while for stocks to bounce back to where they should be, but a pat on the back to the incumbent government for sticking to their election promises.

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Land-based options for Port Phillip Bay anglers large models around, you should work a 3.0 size jig. Alternatively, you can float out a silver whiting on a squid jag under a float and at the same time, work a squid jig to pass the time while waiting for the baited jag to be taken. Whiting on the other hand can be in large numbers and are traditionally caught from the far-left end of the pier. With a good cast in the northerly direction, there are many sand holes, but it pays to put a few casts in different

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For many anglers owning a boat is a dream, and while it might become a reality to some, it can be an extremely farfetched possibility for others. Regardless, you really don’t need a boat to catch quality fish around Port Phillip Bay. Having a coastline of nearly 2000km, there are literally hundreds of locations in which you can head to and dangle a line on any given day in Victoria. Even if you’re wanting to hunt down something larger than a whiting or calamari, snapper, there’s

Mount Martha is a fairly safe rock location, and even offers opportunities for snapper when the wind picks up.

A baited squid jag is a great way to catch calamari off any pier. plenty of land-based locations to get stuck into gummy sharks and even bronze whaler or seven gill sharks. What differs keen landbased anglers from one other anglers is the sheer passion to succeed. Those who have set themselves goals to catch a 5kg snapper from the rocks will do things a lot different to those who just head down to a pier in hope that they hook something. Mind you, the feeling of success after catching any fish is still the same.

summer months. Though access is limited to some degree, those who get there first usually get the prime casting position. Garfish, whiting, salmon, silver trevally and calamari are also on offer, but it is the lure of snapper which can see dedicated anglers fish throughout some extreme weather conditions to catch them. Scattered with pockets of weed beds, the bottom is mostly sand, but when the

When embarking on a land-based fishing session, the first question you need to ask yourself is what you want to target, then where, when and how. Of course, to answer these questions you first need to start researching the species you’re wanting to target before looking into where a possible location may be worth trying your luck. LOCATIONS Portsea Pier Located at the furthermost point of the Mornington Peninsula, Portsea Pier is a

Early morning fishing from the Mount Martha Rocks can yield good catches of snapper, garfish, whiting and calamari.

well-known destination for anglers targeting calamari, garfish, salmon and whiting on any given day throughout the year. This pier, while a sound structure, offers anglers great success for your more ‘bread and butter’ species. Reaching around 4m depth at its end, the bottom is made up of broken kelp beds and seaweed and being quite tidal, it is a great area for calamari to spawn and lay their eggs. On any given day or night, it is uncommon for the pier to have no-one fishing, even in rough weather and torrential rain. Although many of the species caught are predominately seasonal, the aforementioned are still a possibility all year. Portsea Pier is a great pier to fish from, but you do need time your fishing right. Ideally, two hours either side of a tide change is recommended, with more emphasis focused on the top of the high tide. This is when your targetable species will move in closer searching for potential foods. Calamari will be lurking amongst the weed beds and given there are some

Piers are safe, public locations for young anglers to wet a line. areas until you get a bite. Then, remember that cast and fish the same spot to continue success. Due to the surrounding weed, a paternoster rig is recommended, as this will keep the baits above the weed in most situations. Mt Martha Rocks Mt Martha Rocks is fast becoming the best location for anglers in search of snapper throughout the

southwesterly and westerly winds blow, snapper push within casting range. Of course, from these wind directions you are casting into the wind, which is where a surf rod will allow larger baits to be cast. Snapper in this area can reach over 6kg, so your choice of tackle needs to be up to standard. This can consist of 40lb leader with a snelled set

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Melbourne’s CBD is full of potential locations to target fish, but if you’re up for some line screaming action, the Yarra River is the place to try your luck for snapper and mulloway.

of 5/0 suicide hooks with a whole pilchard, half a garfish or fresh calamari ring. Of course, the most suitable rig a running sinker rig, however for casting distance, a paternoster rig such as the Mustad Fastach Rig setup is ideal. Whiting are also abundant throughout summer and can be caught with a much lighter setup and paternoster rig. When fishing for them, choose a high tide early in the morning so the boat traffic doesn’t scare them off. Whiting respond really well to pipi baits and small strips of squid. If you are targeting them, it pays to fish with a few rods

so as to scatter your baits about the area. This will allow you to locate them once you hook up, and then you can repeatedly cast to that location each time. Another prized species from the rocks are garfish, and they tend to swarm in September and October. While they may be small, they are delicious and easy to catch. To attract them, I use berley, and this can be breadcrumbs mixed with tuna oil. This can be thrown into the water at a consistent rate. Ideally, fish from the last hour of the run-in and first three hours of the run-out. This will allow the tide to create a

slugs from the rock wall. At certain times of the year, calamari can also be caught inside the river. Just below the highway bridge on the southern side there is a small reef where calamari

bridge pylons, they also do well at the far end of the carpark around the flood gates. Bream can be caught using varying methods, with flicking small lures highly effective. Bait fishing with a running

Depending on where you fish, some of the complex is limited by access. However, if you try your luck and explore, you can find some great locations of your own.

Patterson River has a variety of species to target, and bream are the number one pick. There are plenty of them holding around the pylons and under the floating pontoons.

berley trail that will bring the gars within reach. A light float setup with a size #12 long shank hook and a small slither of silverfish or a few maggots works best for gars. Patterson River Undoubtedly the most popular boat ramp for anglers fishing Port Phillip Bay, the Patterson River complex is a land-based anglers Mecca for a wide range of species. Calamari, salmon, yellow eye mullet, silver trevally, bream, estuary perch and mulloway are the more common species caught. Throughout the year and more commonly in rough weather, schools of salmon congregate at the river mouth. Anglers can have great success casting small 15-20g metal

The enormous size of the calamari at Queenscliff Pier sees anglers flock to it throughout the year. can be caught using small size 1.6-2.0 jigs. With its estuary feel, bream are the dominant species and flourish throughout the system. Although many anglers try their luck around the highway

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$68,630 to increase native fish habitat in the Little Murray River. $37,000 to relocate native fish from irrigation channels undergoing maintenance into other waters including into urban family fishing lakes. $110,000 to create two new family fishing lakes at Rainbow and Yaapeet.

$16,210 to improve the Rippleside Jetty in Geelong.

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$127,200 for Fishcare to deliver 100 ‘All Abilities Clinics - Fishing is for everyone’. $52,877 for better access and facilities at Ferntree Gully’s Quarry Lake. $20,370 for a filtration system to improve trout survival rates at the Ballarat Fish Acclimatisation Society.

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$110,000 to install woody habitat into the Gippsland Lakes. $50,000 to extend Reeve Landing Jetty at Lakes Entrance.

$56,500 for Fishcare to deliver 200 workshops through its ‘Creating Sustainable Anglers & Empowering Angling Clubs’ program. $166,000 to undertake creel surveys and expand the angler diary program to inform sustainable management of wild catch fisheries in Port Phillip, Western Port, Corner Inlet and the Gippsland Lakes. $300,000 for educational products that make it easy for fishers to understand and comply with catch limits.

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Based in Plymouth in the far South West of England, the team at Snowbee are spoilt for choice with their fly fishing options, and understand the need for quality products. Snowbee’s XS-Plus Thistledown weight forward floating line is no exception, and the addition of the new 5-7wt model will be welcomed by the fly fishing community. Following the success of the 2-5wt model, the introduction of the 5-7wt was a no-brainer. The Thistledown is a unique flyline, and is the ultimate in fly fishing finesse, and perfect for small stream trout fishing. Sometimes however, the trout aren’t always small, which is where the new 5-7wt comes into play. The new and improved braided core means a finer and stronger core, and a more supple line over all, which also means less memory issues than before. The XS-Plus is 90ft long, and comes in olive and buckskin colours, which blend in beautifully to the countryside of a trout stream. www.ejtodd.com.au

Rio is known for producing a wide selection of flylines for anglers of all abilities in all conditions, and Rio’s Direct Core Flats Pro is one of their specialty flylines. Whether fishing flats for bones and permit, peppering the mangroves or jacks and barra, sinking flies for schooled bass of presenting small dries to finicky stream trout, it’s important to have the right flyline, and Rio always have you covered. The DC Flats Pro flyline is built with sophisticated tapers and the latest technology for the modern flats angler, and has easy annealing, and a low-memory core that lays perfectly straight on the water, which is perfect when trying to convince that trophy permit or bonefish to eat your fly! The DC Flats Pro comes in 7, 8, 9 and 10wt in floating, 8, 9, 10, 11, and 12wt in intermediate, and 8, 9 and 10wt in sink tip. www.jmgillies.com.au

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The new Sage Trout 4/5/6 mixes classic aesthetics with modern performance. Drawing inspiration from the historic Sage 500 series reels, the Modern Classics collection introduces reels designed for the angler longing for a nod to the past. This reel has a romantic appeal to designs and colours that reflect a classic feel of old yet packed with performance features that will assure you’ll never lose that fish of a lifetime. While honouring their heritage with a fullframe design, narrow profile, and classic styling, the backbone of the Trout is Sage’s proven One Revolution, Sealed Carbon System (SCS) drag. The 4/5/6 is the heart of the series, which will balance perfectly with the majority of all-around trout rods. The Trout 4/5/6 also features a large and concave arbor for fast line pick-up and greater strength and capacity, easy conversion from left to right-hand retrieve, and a Neoprene and embroidered ballistic nylon reel case. If you want to fish with a classic Sage design but have all the benefits of their modern cutting edge technology, the Sage Trout is the perfect reel for you. www.jmgillies.com.au

Alvey Saltwater Fly Reels are renowned for their performance, catching small marlin, swordfish, tuna and more with their smooth, powerful drag. Uniquely, these reels don’t require the hours of maintenance most other fly reels do. A rinse in saltwater while fishing will keep you going, and when you get home you just give it a rinse out in a bucket of fresh water, put a couple of drops of oil on the moving parts, and you’re ready for the next trip. The reel features a strong metal foot, stainless steel line guides, and metal pins in the clutch housing that protect the metal clutch washers from overheating and damaging the spool. The fixed handle plate makes handling a big fish a lot safer, allowing the spool to turn backwards under clutch pressure. Alvey Managing Director Bruce Alvey says their customers have had great success with this reel, and the new version is even stronger and lighter, with the use of carbon and titanium to ensure this reel keeps on catching large fish. It will be released in the coming months, so keep an eye out for it at your favourite tackle store. www.alvey.com.au

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With a delicate touch and medium action, the Trout LL family has been designed with the trout angler and dry flies in mind. Through blank taper optimisation and specialised length offerings, the Trout LL is perfected for wade fishing, closer casts, small flies, and light tippets. A relatively supple tip maximizes light tippet protection and gives way to a smooth, easy-loading mid-section that increases feel and feedback throughout the casting stroke. When the hatch is on, the Trout LL is an angler’s best friend. Drawing inspiration from historic Sage rods of the past, the Trout LL is a nod toward tradition with a classic appearance and a smooth casting taper, yet adds modern performance features in accuracy and loop control through the backbone of Konnetic HD blank material. The Trout LL series is available in a combination of classic dry fly line weights and lengths 7’9” though 9’0” while beautiful wood inserts and premium componentry add an elegant touch to these high performance rods. www.jmgillies.com.au

A complete Allfly set lets you fish most freshwater fly fishing conditions with one package. When waterway conditions change, anglers need to change rods, which is frustrating to do with a conventional rod tube. The Allfly makes the process much easier. The first step is to start with the universal Allfly base, and then you attach the 3-piece TryCD rod that suits your fishing needs – either the 5/6 or the 7/8. There’s also the option to include the 1ft Extender, to extend the rod from 9ft to 10ft. Allfly rods are made using the best Japanese high-modulus materials. Each blank is handmade with precise amounts of laser-cut 40T carbon and constructed in a unique helix formation. The blanks are light, crisp and very strong. The rods come in a unique case that folds out horizontally, and it has soft holders to push the pieces onto, so they don’t touch each other. This case makes it much quicker and easier to access your rods, as you don’t have to slowly feed the sections into a tube. www.trycd.com / www.facebook.com/ Trycd

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The Bluewater series was developed for the hard-core saltwater and game anglers. Every model in the Bluewater series has been rigorously tested and engineered to ensure that they are up to the task of doing battle with some of the oceans largest predators. The new Bluewater Speed Skirt fits into that way of thinking perfectly! The Bluewater Speed Skirts are a highspeed trolling skirt, and as such they are capable of being trolled at speeds of up to 18 knots. With their tolerance to such high speeds, they are absolutely perfect for species such as wahoo, tuna and other high speed pelagics that don’t mind a fast chase! The Speed Skirts come in four great colours, including purple black, lumo green, lumo, an pink. At 240mm and 115g they are a perfect snack size for many offshore predators, and the realistic pattern on the head and skirt itself will fool any hungry offshore predator into striking! www.jmgillies.com.au

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Rig, whose weight range now covers everything from 3/4oz right through to 9oz. The Ultimate Squid Rig is custom made to suit the Squid perfectly, balancing it so that the wings give off that true squid action. These custom jigheads have offset twin assist hooks and a flash blade (which can be swapped out for a treble or extra assist hook). The heavier models have 9/0 hooks, and the attachment snap is rated to 82kg. Other features include custom 3D squid eyes, custom scent, contracting tentacles and extended candles that flutter with any movement. Price: SRP $19.95 www.chasebaits.com.au

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The Mustad Titanium Plier is Mustad’s newest plier that fits into the elite level Black Line of tools. Built with rugged performance for the toughest conditions, these pliers exude excellence at every turn, especially when chasing trophy fish. With high-quality titanium, an ergonomic design and carbon inserts that support the heavy-duty construction, the pliers allow you to get a strong grip on anything you encounter, and will be a handy addition. On the side of the pliers there is a scissor-style clipper to cut lines without the need to change tools, giving anglers a more complete plier that will serve them for years both on and off the water. Each set of 6.5” Titanium Pliers comes with a premium moulded leather sheath with a lanyard attached, so you will always have your pliers safe and secure when on the water. www.wilsonfishing.com

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The best just got better, with Black Magic’s new Equalizer Twin Pin Pro. Whether you’re using a bent butt or straight butt rod, it gives you maximum leverage and no restrictions. As the name suggests, the patent pending Twin Pin Pro has two pins, one in the traditional recessed position, and a new pin in the front of the rod bucket. This gives you maximum leverage whether you’re using a straight butt or a bent butt rod, without the need for an adaptor. Simply choose the best pin for your style of rod, and you are fishing without restrictions. To make it even easier to battle that dream fish, you can match the Twin Pin Pro with ever-popular Equalizer harness. The lightweight harness/webbing can be worn all day, then you simply slip on the gimbal in seconds when the fish strikes. It allows you to apply greater pressure on the fish without increasing strain on your back, arms and legs, and it’s also lighter and less bulky than other harnesses, without sacrificing strength. www.blackmagictackle.com

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The team at Venom Rods has designed a series of rods to take on the biggest predators in the ocean – the Ocean Gladiator series. Within the range are four rods: a 15kg slick butt stroker, 24kg slick butt stroker, 37kg slick butt stroker and a 60kg bent butt stand up rod for when things are getting serious! All rods in the range feature ALPS Zirconium guides that are constructed from SS316 anti-rust stainless in a one-stamp finish to increase strength and reduce weight. The rods also make use of the ALPS CAH reel seat, a reel seat that is built from marine grade aluminium and presents with a locking centre hood and a newly designed hexagon locking nut for the ultimate in reel security. Of course, the Venom Ocean Gladiator series is built on the high modulus Venom blank, a blank that provides incredible lightness and unparalleled strength. This ensures that while fighting a fish, the angler is not unnecessarily fatigued from fighting the weight of the outfit and can concentrate on using the strength in the Venom blank to dictate terms to the most stubborn of fish. www.wilsonfishing.com

The Spartan rod series brings X45 Cobrashield technology to offshore saltwater rods for the first time, delivering a range of technique specific actions that outcast, outperform ad outclass all others. X45 Cobrashield is 25% more efficient than standard X45 technology, significantly reducing blank twist and distortion. With increased torsional stiffness, Spartan is able to resist blank twist during casting and jigging. The Spartan series also features HVF Nanoplus graphite blanks, 3DX carbon to increase lifting power and V-Joint to increase joint strength. Equipped with Fuji stainless steel SiC guides and reel seats, this battler is offshore ready! There’s 13 rods in the range (10 spin, 3 overhead), and it was the S74-4/6 model that was runner up for Best Game Fishing Rod at the 2019 AFTA show. This model is perfect for many lure casting and jigging scenarios offshore, from GT popping, stickbaiting on reef flats, and even jigging. This model is 224cm long, has a heavy action, breaks down at the butt, and will cast weights from 50-100g! www.daiwafishing.com.au

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The Smuggler is a water blooping, rattling walker with a very life-like swimming bird action. This new lure has a long tail to simulate tail feathers, a matching head feather, and colours to imitate the most common birds that big fish feed on. As The Smuggler walks, its wings splash and make a very noticeable blooping noise while the wide body action attracts the attention of nearby fish. Designer Grainger Mayfield said the lure took a long time to perfect. “A good walker must have perfect balance and sit well in the water,” he explained, “and the challenge was to combine those qualities with a lifelike bird shape. The Smuggler definitely isn’t your typical rattling walker; we’ve designed it to provide maximum attraction, including a blooping noise that predators can’t resist.” The Smuggler is available now in 65mm and 90mm sizes, and has ultra-strong BKK hooks and an extremely robust body. It comes in six colours, including budgie, black cockatoo and sparrow. To see it in action search for ‘Chasebaits Smuggler’ on YouTube. Price: SRP $26.95 www.chasebaits.com.au

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The swimbait craze is still well and truly alive in Australia, and Barambah Lures have continues to push the envelope for innovation and originality! The Barambah Lures Bony Shad is no exception, and is the perfect bait to imitate a bony bream or other herring found in many fresh and saltwater bodies around Australia. The Bony Shad is irresistible on the sink, the lift and the slow wind, making it incredibly versatile, and not just a bait for specific conditions. The Barambah Lures’ original Interchangeable Weight System allows the angler to change up the weight (35 or 48g) and therefore the sink rate of this incredibly life-like swimbait, making it easy to adapt to different situations. At a length of 120mm, or 4.7”, this is the perfect snack size for a hungry Murray cod, barramundi, mulloway, or other big predator that enjoys a decent meal, and it has the hardware to handle it! The six eye-catching lures make it easy to match the baitfish in a variety of areas all over the country. This is an Aussie swimbait for Aussie fish! www.barambahlures.com

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To meet the demands of anglers and the hard-fighting species they target, the pull strength of the new Ocea 8 is up to 25% greater than the previous Ocea EX8 for the same diameter. A premium quality braided line manufactured in Japan, the new Ocea 8 has been designed to match Shimano’s flagship Stella SW and Ocea Jigger series. This line uses Shimano’s exclusive Izansas X-Filament Fibres and ‘Tough Cross’ braiding technology, so it is more manageable in the water and on a reel, and also has increased abrasion resistance. Shimano Exclusive Heat Sink Coating also means any heat build-up from guide friction and drag pressure is evenly distributed to maintain line performance. Ocea 8 is multi-coloured, and available in eight breaking strains from PE 1.5 (30lb) through to PE 10 (139lb), in 300m spools from 30-41lb, 400m spools from 58-137lb) and 500m in 139lb. Price RRP from $139 www.shimanofish.com.au

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When going after big game fish, there’s no replacement for quality, and having quality braid will put you in a much better position to land that fish of a lifetime. Daiwa’s new Saltiga 12 Braid UVF (Ultra Volume Fibre) brings quality to the table and covers just about every casting and jigging situation you can think of, coming in poundages from 13-130lb. Made from UVF and Evo silicone, Saltiga 12 is the ultimate high-density braid, exhibiting supreme abrasion residence and superior strength. A reduced diameter provides an ultra-

smooth surface for less friction/resistance on the guides and spool rim, allowing for longer, smoother casting, less noise, minimal water penetration and incredible sensitivity. Saltiga 12 is the ultimate heavy duty jigging and casting line for big game fish. It’s colour-coded in 10, 5 and 1m increments to allow you full line control, and come in 200m spools from 13-31lb, 300m spools from 36-130lb, ad 44m spools from 100-118lb. Price: RRP from $99 www.daiwafishing.com.au

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FINS Fighter PRT Braid differs from the original PRT in that they have improved the resin system that is applied, as well as the method to apply it. This results in a rounder, more abrasion resistant product that has a better strength to weight ratio than the original PRT. Fighter PRT is also somewhat firmer than its predecessor, without being stiff, and this allows for better performance in regards to casting distance and reduces the chances of rod tip wrapping. Features include 100% Spectre Fibre, high strength durability and is a 4-carrier braid. This line is ideal for all tough, predatory fish. Fighter PRT Braid comes in poundages from 10-60lb, in spools of 150yrds (1060lb), 300yrds (20-60lb), 600yrds (20-60lb), 1200yrds (20-60lbs) and 4000yrds (20-60lb). www.jmgillies.com.au

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Matt Fraser from Barambah Lures is well known for his timber lures, but he recently made the crossover to production ABS hardbody Lures, all featuring the new Lure Fastening System. “I couldn’t keep up with demand in timber lures,” he explained. “So I went to production lures that are more affordable and can incorporate a heap of innovative features.” Using a built-in stainless steel threaded nut and screw, the Lure Fastening System allows bibs, weights and claws to be easily attached or changed, to quickly adjust a lure’s action, buoyancy or appearance. Topwater lures can be changed from a paddler to a wakebait. The divers can be changed from shallow to deep, and the soft claws of the Hectic Yabbie can be swapped out if damaged, or to change claw colours. The swimbaits have a hidden weight chamber, so you can adjust buoyancy, giving them a depth range from 2-30ft plus! All this is done using a phillips head screwdriver, which comes supplied in the pack. There are nine hardbait models in a range of proven colours. Price: from $34.95 www.barambahlures.com

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The 2019 AFTA show was once again oozing with originality and innovation, but Mustad have really taken it to the next level with the amazing new InkVader! The Mustad InkVader is a revolutionary TPE octopus soft bait that is built to look and move like a live octopus. The InkVader even squirts non-toxic and soluble scented ink from tablets that can be added to the head cavity! Whether you’re bouncing the lure off the bottom, slow trolling or slow pitch jigging this lure, the InkVader is the closest thing you’ll ever get to the real thing. The deception is real! The InkVader comes pre-rigged with wickedly sharp Mustad Assist hooks that are forged for extra strength and feature a needlesharp point for ease of penetration. Available in three sizes and 10 weight configurations from 60g through to 340g, the InkVader comes to the market in nine brilliantly natural colours that represent real octopus from around the world! www.wilsonfishing.com

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The Link-Micro from Spypoint is the easiest-to-use, most affordable, and smallest cellular trail camera available on the market. It’s the answer for everyone who said cellular trail camera technology was too expensive and too complicated. The Link-Micro is a photo-mode only camera, with multi-shot mode capabilities. Given its small size, there is no menu screen for setup, all camera settings are managed in the Spypoint app, where you can also view images. A simple, three-step process activates the Link-Micro using the free app. The app also allows the user to change settings, monitor camera status, and view images from virtually anywhere in the world. The Spypoint Link-Micro uses the 4G network, has a trigger speed of 0.5s, and has a flash range of 80ft. It’s powered by eight AA batteries (not included) and is compatible with the 12V battery kit and the range extending antenna. It’s also backed by Spypoint’s ‘Know you’re covered’ 2-year warranty. For a full list of specifications visit www.spypoint.com. www.jmgillies.com.au

In response to customer demand, Yeti has released a new cooler on wheels, the Tundra Haul, which Yeti says is the toughest cooler on two wheels. The NeverFlat Wheels feature a solid, single-piece tyre construction that is impact- and puncture-resistant. The StrongArm Handle is a durable welded aluminium arm with comfortable grips. The curved design tracks left or right for heel-friendly towing. With rotomoulded construction, this cooler is armoured to the core and virtually indestructible. It has Permafrost Insulation, consisting of pressure-injected commercial-grade polyurethane foam in the walls and lid, so your ice lasts longer. Other features include heavy-duty rubber T-Rex lid latches, robust NeverFail hinge system, and recessed LipGrip handles moulded into the side of the cooler. It measures around 28.5 x 18.5 x 19.5” (72 x 47 x 50cm) and is available in three colours – white, tan and blue. Price: SRP $599.95 au.yeti.com

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The release of the 19 Certate LT combines Daiwa’s most advanced technologies an designs and elevates those traits to a whole new level, with their Light & Tough (LT) concept, reducing reel size while at the same time increasing strength and power. Made in Japan, the foundation of the 19 Certate LT is its aluminium MQ Monocoque body, which eliminates the need for a side plate and allows for a more rigid body and larger gears, for improved winding power and torque. The new super-sized, ultra-strong machine-cut forged Tough Digigear is 2mm larger in diameter than its closest competitor and rotation efficiency is up to 15%, creating an effortless feel when retrieving. Additional feature like a super-rigid stainless steel main shaft, Log Cast Abs spool, Magseal, ATD drag, One-piece Air Bail, new Drag Knob, Perfect Line Stopper, machined Aluminium Air Handle, and Air Rotor make the 19 Certate LT Daiwa’s most advanced Certate ever. Price: RRP from $629 www.daiwafishing.com.au

The new Stradic FL will carry forward most of the Shimano technologies that have made the Stradic series so strong, durable and uncompromising. The Micromodule Gear II ensures that the gears can align and perform with minimal resistance, and SilentDrive technology educes the smallest of clearance gaps and tolerances within the gearing system. The Hagane Gear has been upgraded for added strength and smoothness. On top of all this, X-Protect has also been added to the Stradic FL. The internal labyrinth-type structure gives the reel a superior level of water-resistant performance without impeding the rotation or lightness of the reel. The new Long Stroke Spool has been incorporated to improve casting distance, giving you the ability to cover more water when fishing. The 1000, 2500 and 4000 models have felt washer drags whilst the C3000 and C5000 models have upgraded cross carbon drags. With 6+1 ARC ball bearings, the new Stradic is sure to impress anyone who picks it up. Price: SRP $339.95-$389.95 www.shimanofish.com.au

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TD Commander is a name forged from the beginning of the ‘Team Daiwa’ movement in Japan. The new TD Commander rod series debuts brand new Daiwa X45 Cobrashield technology, bringing this series to the forefront of Australian angling and rod design. X45 Cobrashield takes everything to the next level, and is 25% more efficient than standard X45 technology, significantly reducing blank twist and distortion. Featuring HVF Nanoplus blanks, TD Commander rods feel like nothing in the hand. 3DX further stiffens up the base of the rods near the handle, eliminating unwanted flex. Daiwa’s newest and most advanced Air Sensor reel seats are made from a lightweight carbon infused resin, and represent the pinnacle of reel seat design.Daiwa’s innovative AGS and Fuji TiSic guide train is unique and unparalleled in performance. Titanium framed Fuji SiC guides on the lower section of the rod with AGS guides above, control the line out through the tip, and deliver unmatched sensitivity. Price: RRP from $499 www.daiwfishing.com.au

The legend continues, the new Terez series of rods built on Spiral-X and Hi-Power X blanks are the ultimate saltwater enforcer. This is the most advanced Terez Shimano has built to date. The Terez series of rods has built up tough as nails reputation amongst Aussie anglers. For 2019, the Terez series has been upgraded by the engineers at Shimano and now features the exclusive Spiral-X and Hi-Power X blank technology. Extremely lightweight and powerful, the 23-model line-up features models based on the original Terez series, with additional models based on the actions of the TCurve and Deep Jig models. Shaped EVA grips and custom Shimano reel seats have been incorporated and the blanks are fitted with Fuji BKW Alconite framed guides to ensure durability and performance in saltwater conditions. If you’re serious about offshore fishing, be sure to check out this range of awardwinning and proven saltwater rods from Shimano. Price: RRP from $319.95 www.shimanofish.com.au

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The Phantom Spider looks as good as it fishes. Just like the rest of the Lunkerhunt range, it is incredibly lifelike and a proven performer. It features a hollow body weedless design and walking legs that stride, glide, and twitch as the spider is worked across the water surface. The Phantom Spider features a self-righting ballast in its sternum to ensure a consistent natural action that aligns with the realism of the design. It comes in six colours, which are modelled on real spider patterns, and is sure to draw some curiosity from opportunistic predators. At a length of 2 inches (main torso) and a weigh of 1/4oz, this bait can be comfortably cast on light tackle and is a great snack for bass, bream, trout, sooties and jungle perch. Make sure you grab one and see what all the hype is about! www.ejtodd.com.au

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The Zerek Weedless Fish Trap is a brilliant adaptation to the already amazingly successful Fish Trap! This lure features all the same swimming characteristics as the Fish Trap, but has been uniquely designed to give a weedless presentation. The features include a replaceable single worm hook that is positioned point down to provide exceptional hooking in the bottom jaw, a built-in hook trap to keep the worm hook in place while fishing, the innovative and Zerek-owned crush slits that expose the hook point when fish strike and a construction from the tough TPE material that gives strength and movement to the lure! This means you can fish this lure in exactly the same places and in exactly the same way as you fish your existing Fish Traps, but you can now explore the most snag-ridden places for the most wary and cautious fish that are usually the largest! It means the days of worrying where the snags are in case you lose your lure are finished, and it means that the Fish Trap is still many steps ahead of the competition. 13 colours will be initially available and the

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The award-winning Spotters Zane is built for performance and style. This is one model that can take you from fishing to fashion in no time at all. The lightweight frame coupled with Spotters’ signature Crown glass lens options combine to create the ultimate pair of sunglasses for both males and females. The Zane is currently available in the following lenses: Photochromic Halide, Photochromic Carbon Grey, Ice (blue mirror), Nexus (green mirror) and CR-39 Grey. Photochromic Carbon Grey is a new option in Spotters’ photochromic range, which includes four lenses that automatically go lighter or darker in response to a combination of UV, general light and temperature. To browse the Spotters range or find your nearest stockist, head to www. spotters.com.au. You can also look them up on Facebook (www.facebook.com/ SpottersSunglasses), follow them on Instagram (@spotterssunglasses) or check them out on YouTube (SpottersTV). www.spotters.com.au

Almost 30 years ago, a group of anglers in Florida had a goal: to design a pair of sunglasses to help them better See What’s Out There. Costa Del Mar have come a long way since those days, but the fact is, their passion hasn’t changed at all. They’re still in Florida, and still happiest when the sun is up and they’re fishing out on the water, just like Australian – and they’re still obsessed with making the best lenses on the planet. Now Costa would like to introduce the little brother to Costa’s Rincon frame, Rinconcito blends West Coast style lines and edgy curved temples. This medium style, named for the iconic Southern California right point break, features bio-resin construction, polarized 100% UV Protection Lenses, integral spring hinges, and Hydrolite nose and temple pads. As anglers, we devote our lives to chasing the most remote places that bring us to life. That’s why Costa developed the best sunglasses in the world to help us reach these soughtafter locales. Because Costas are more than sunglasses, they’re the badge of the explorer. www.rapala.com.au

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Plano have once again stolen the show for tackle management, with their new Edge Master series, and specifically the Crankbait SM taking out top honours. This amazing new concept will change the way people think about lure storage. The Edge Master series has all the same features as the Professional series, along with tackle specific designs. The Edge Master Terminal has unique liftout trays for weights, hooks and small parts. The Crankbait SM and XL have silicone fingers hat protect lures, hooks and finishes. This is the concept that stole the Show at AFTA 2019, and helped them to take out the Best Tackle Management category at the show. These are available in both shallow and deep models. The Jig and Spinnerbait models feature adjustable, removable dividers and side moulded handles. For ultimate protection and longevity for your expensive lures, there’s nothing better than the Edge Master series from Plano! www.jmgillies.com.au

Designed specifically for fishing, the Wilson Digital Camo Backpack offers a host of features to anglers that will make their day fishing just that little bit easier. At the heart of the new system is the side access to the internal cargo area. The side access allows anglers to easily keep the backpack over one shoulder while accessing the internal cargo area. This is great as there is no longer any need to completely remove the backpack while you’re on the water fishing. Other features that excite in this backpack include three tackle trays inside the main cargo area. There are two standard large trays and one large tray that has no dividers for bigger lures such as swimbaits and surface lures. Combined these boxes allow a mountain of tackle to be taken with you. An external sunglass holder and a retractable tool lanyard are also included to make life as simple as it can be on the water. There are also four external zippered pockets for accessories such as leader, fishing gloves and more, as well as two Velcro secured tool holders and a massive front flap with even more storage for things such as plastics, spare hooks and more. The Wilson Digital Camo Backpack really is a complete tackle kit and while it can easily be used while hiking and fishing, this backpack will also serve as a complete kit for your boat or when you’re jumping on someone else’s boat. www.wilsonfishing.com

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Many anglers consider the eye of the baitfish to be a strike trigger to predators, and the eyes on TT Lures’ Big EyeZ make for a big trigger! These premium hand-painted jigheads were created in response to customer requests, and feature a realistic sculptured fish head profile and bulging 3D eyes, as well as the proven ‘head lock’ grub keeper system to make rigging easy, and lock your soft plastic in place. These jigheads are built on brutally strong Mustad black nickel chemically-sharpened hooks for solid hook sets and holding power. These new jigheads are available in a variety of colours, including versions with glow eyes, to complement your favourite soft plastics and match the hatch. Big EyeZ jigheads are available in the following models: 1/4oz 3/0, 3/8oz 3/0, 3/8oz 5/0, 1/2oz 5/0, 3/4oz 7/0, 1oz 7/0. www.tackletactics.com.au

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Halco’s new Single Strand Wire Traces are based around American Fishing Wires premium American-made stainless steel, pre-straightened wire. These new traces come in two lengths and three different breaking strains, giving you plenty of options for a quick, easy trace that you can count on at short notice. There are short 25cm traces for all your shore and boat-based casting needs and longer 50cm traces that should get the trolling crew in the water quickly and with a minimum of fuss, should the toothy brigade turn up. Available in breaking strains of 58lb, 86lb and 105lb, these packs of five individual traces also feature a premium rolling swivel at one end, and Halco’s popular cross lock snaps at the other. They are all beautifully finished with tight and precise haywire twist connections. For more information check out the new Single Strand Wire video on Halco’s YouTube channel. www.halcotackle.com

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2019 WIRF: Women in Recreational Fishing More and more women are going fishing, to the point where it has been dubbed the ‘new yoga’ in the US! Our talented female Aussie anglers are starting to make a big impact too, and we are at the pinnacle of the next big thing to hit our shores. There are some amazing and well known females in the industry, including anglers, ambassadors (including WIRF ambassador and AFLW player Chloe Molloy) and those working behind the scenes. WHAT IS WIRF? The WIRF network was inspired by a survey conducted in 2018 to find

Coast we were met with a welcome weather change compared to the dreary cold Melbourne we had left behind. We swapped our boots for flip flops and headed off to the Gold Coast Exhibition and Conference Centre, eager to get started. We all gained a wealth of

The Roundtable Discussion participants.

2019 WIRF Mentors, clockwise from top right: Jo Larkin, Tiffany Newton, Karen Rees. out more about why women fish, and how to get more females involved. Some of the challenges cited were gender biases, parenting responsibilities, facilities, and hygiene and personal safety concerns. Based on this feedback, we created the WIRF network – a space where women of all ages, experiences and backgrounds can come together and share their love of fishing. Our goal for this group is to inspire and educate women in the recreational fishing world. The Victorian Fisheries Authority (VFA) is committed to growing the network and promoting it throughout the state to encourage more women to be involved in fishing through events, engagement and education. We encourage husbands, partners, friends and children to take part in the WIRF

product knowledge and general impressiveness of product display. This was a tough call as most of the stands were exceptional! We were truly grateful to all those who took time from their busy schedules to share, educate and provide further insight to their industry. This

message by spreading the word, attending events and supporting the women around them. Recreational fishing is a great family pastime and is meant to be enjoyed by everyone. This network will: • Promote the benefits of fishing as a healthy and positive outdoor activity for the family. • Provide a space for females to discuss, share, engage with other females and ask questions • Address barriers and offer solutions to encourage more women to go fishing and promote positive images of women in recreational fishing • Provide women with the education and knowledge to give them the confidence to fish. Following a very successful AFTA program in 2018, the WIRF leaders worked tirelessly to

boost the WIRF network: building numbers; inspiring, encouraging and teaching women; organising and

running workshops, ladies nights, info nights, family days and many other events. All helped to spread the message far and wide. Due to their outstanding achievements, three of these amazing leaders from 2018 were promoted to be mentors for the 2019 program. (Meet L-R: Jo Larkin, Karen Rees, and Tiffany Newton) insert pic #1. Still reaping rewards from the 2018 AFTA program, Cast 2.0 was created for 2019. This year’s leaders were selected based on their passion, vision, initiative and motivation. (L-R: Michelle Brittain, Kelly Derks, Shea McCormack, Cara Cummings, Jaclyn Threlfall, Izzy Sesto, Michelle Jackman and Niki Duckstein) insert pic #2. Cast 2.0 AFTA Experience Cast 2.0 instantly connected with each other, in part due to our common love of fishing and we quickly established that half the group were freshwater anglers and the other half saltwater. This naturally led to many interesting and great fishing stories (the ice was broken!) Arriving on the Gold

WIRF Leaders 2019, clockwise from top left: Michelle Brittain, Kelly Derks, Shea McCormack, Jaclyn Threlfall, Niki Duckstein, Michelle Jackman, Izzy Sesto and Cara Cummings. knowledge from roundtable discussions, workshops, informative talks from guest speakers and even enjoyed a morning of product testing thanks to the team at Pure Fishing. All participants were provided with a rod, line and tackle and headed off behind the Exhibition Centre to wet a line. This year, Cast 2.0 had the epic challenge of voting on the best stands at the Expo. The criteria given included: how welcoming/ approachable stallholders were, their willingness to strike conversation (particularly with women),

WIRF Mentors, Leaders and Chaperones did some product testing at the Gold Coast.

encouraged us to network with industry leaders, experts in the field, exhibitors and special guests, which in turn bolstered our confidence as 2019 leaders. The AFTA Show provided the perfect space and opportunity to allow WIRF to be heard. The acceptance, encouragement and willingness from others (particularly in a maledominated industry) was well received. Cast 2.0 may also have successfully unveiled one of life’s toughest questions… ‘what do women want?’! We all returned to Victoria feeling inspired to follow our passion and continue promoting this industry. The next 12 months will be very busy! To join the WIRF network head to www. facebook.com/groups/ womenrecfishing/, #WIRF or email belinda.yim@vfa. vic.gov.au for more info! We are aiming to reach 5000 members by 2020. The VFA encourages female anglers of all experience levels to join the online network and learn from one another, share their best fishing photos and have numerous opportunities to engage in discussions on interesting fishing topics. - WIRF Written by Cara Cummings on behalf of WIRF Cast 2.0 Leaders OCTOBER 2019

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The inside of a used boat BRISBANE

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Last month I opened a discussion on the purchase of a used boat. Buying a pre-loved boat can make a lot of sense when life’s timing just does not suit the acquisition of a shiny brand new one. A used craft is definitely better than life without a boat! For the record, my first brand new boat did not come home until I had owned about four used ones, and to

Things look good here: everything is neat, clean and tidy. allowing for some normal signs of usage such as a few scuff marks here and there on a fibreglass rig, or a scratch or two on an alloy craft. If modifications are evident, you need to ascertain their origin or the

standard without too many marks, scratches or other signs of wear and tear, the chances of the rest of the boat being similarly well cared for are certainly looking good. Conversely, if fittings are tarnished, corroded, or generally looking shabby, you can tell that the owner hasn’t given the boat much TLC. When it comes to upholstery, it’s OK to cut it a little slack. The fact of the matter is that most boat seating does live a hard life. The seats get wet with saltwater, they can be easily overlooked in a clean up, and if they’re put away salted they can become damp in wet weather. A bit of stitching coming apart is no big deal. However, whole sections coming apart are a different matter – that’s sheer neglect.

When we see the transom area looking like this there’s probably not much point in checking out the interior! be fair I had quite a good run from those pre-loved boats. That is because I took time to consider exactly what I was buying before parting with my money, and you should do the same. COME ABOARD! In the previous issue I centred the discussion on the exterior of a boat, along with

environment than any road, whether it’s smooth bitumen or gut busting gravel. While misuse of a watercraft might be somewhat difficult to detect, neglect is often obvious to those who know what to look for. The clues will be there, the trick is to recognize them. More on that later.

These seats are fairly worn and the battery case has some corrosion, but the engine looks like it hasn’t been on the transom for long. Be sure to check that it’s within the rated horsepower specs.

There are quite a few under floor compartments set up in this rig. It’s a good idea to inspect them to see if they’re free of debris. the all-important trailer, but now it’s time to have a look around inside the rig. When you cast a critical eye over the interior, you will glean some information as to what sort of life the boat has had. Remember first off that used boats are not like used cars, as a boat’s working life involves a far more hostile 92

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MODIFICATIONS First of all, consider the brand of the boat under consideration. Is it a well known brand, built by a company that enjoys a good reputation for seaworthiness, ride and easy handling? If so, things to consider here might be whether the rig is in original ex-factory layout,

reason they were done. An engine replacement can be regarded as par for the course, but you should ensure that any new engine does not exceed factory specs. The maker’s plate in the boat will confirm the maximum horsepower it is built for. If this is exceeded, it can have very serious ramifications regarding ease of use, handling and, in a worse case scenario, it can void insurance claims. LOOK FOR THE SIGNS Metal and other fittings on any boat can reveal a lot. Boat fittings start life in a brilliant shiny condition but will usually only stay that way if they are cared for. Naturally, if fittings and other items within a boat are of a general high

Half cabin boats have seating up front and storage below them, so it’s a good idea to lift up a seat top to have a look at the storage compartment beneath. This might provide some clues regarding how the boat has been treated. There’s no doubt that a clean, mildew free, storage area is a good sign. Dash instruments, if fitted, should have clear, uncrazed and uncracked faces and must work as intended, and an engine start up might reveal some information in this regard. If the boat has a steering wheel, it should turn freely without any binding. Hydraulic steering systems are common on larger boats, and if one is fitted you

With small open boats, what you see is exactly what you get. should look for any signs of hydraulic oil residue on either the hydraulic arm at the engine or up near the steering wheel. It’s not a bad idea to lift any flooring, if possible, to have a glance at what’s happening under it. Sinkers, swivels or other tackle in the bottom of a tinny are sure warning signs that the owner hasn’t looked after the boat as well as they could have, and these items are also an invitation for electrolysis to occur. Bilge areas in any boat are also places where things can accumulate or gather to cause mischief at a later time. Giving consideration to bilge areas in a boat might also involve assessing how accessible that bilge is as regards to cleaning and maintenance of a pump. THE BIG PICTURE Open, tiller-steer boats, especially tinnies or dingies, are very much an open book: what you see is what you get. In an entirely open boat there’s not much to hide apart from what’s under any flooring or areas which have a cover over them. Most of the potential issues I’ve already discussed will be easily assessed in an open boat.

In different styles of craft, such as half cabins, runabouts or centre consoles, you need to go a step further and suss out the available storage, particularly storage compartments. You should be looking for ease of access and overall convenience, and also think about what items you’ll want to store, how well they will fit and whether they will get wet. TEST DRIVE Putting a boat in the water for a test run is something that a dealer would hardly hesitate to do: a private seller perhaps not so readily so the usual thing is to pay a deposit to show bona fides interest and good faith. Distance from a ramp is the key and my view is that if a ramp is handy an owner should at least offer to put the rig in the water for a test run. As a buyer it pays to be reasonable here but the more money changing hands the more essential it is to be sure that all is well with the boat. And naturally, once aboard it’s very easy to assess ride and handling and have the opportunity to sit in the skipper’s seat and review the driving position. All going well, that used boat might just be the one for you.

It’s OK for seats to have a bit of wear, as they usually do it pretty tough in boats, but these seats are in pretty poor shape. This can indicate that the boat had a hard life.

WHAT’S NEW BOATING HIRE OUT YOUR BOAT

National trailerboat hire company has bought into tech start-up Book My Boat. This Airbnb-style marketplace connects boat owners with prospective boat hire customers. Boab Boats managing director Anthony Gelfius said it was an exciting time for the company, which operates a number of franchises around Australia. “Our experience in the boat hire industry and our extensive franchise network really complements the offerings of Book My Boat,” Gelfius said. “This partnership allows our franchise operators to generate some additional income operating as regional dealers for Book My Boat.” As an online peer-to-peer marketplace, Book My Boat allows people with suitablyregistered boats to list them for hire on days when they’re not using them. Listing a boat on www.bookmyboat.com.au is free, and the platform provides comprehensive insurance to cover both parties during the rental period. While Book My Boat’s core business is providing an online marketplace, it also provides support services to boat owners wishing to commercially register their underutilised boats for recreational use through ‘hire and drive’ registration. bookmyboat.com.au

KOMS ELECTRIC MOTOR LOCK

Secure your Minn Kota electric motor and prevent it from theft with the high quality KOMS Electric Motor Lock from Kovix. This lock features a plastic cap to provide maximum water and dust resistance, and a 5.5mm cylinder locking pin secures the quick release mounting base, shielding it from cutting and hammering. It has a stainless steel body for durability, and can also be used with the Kovix Hitch Pin. Kovix also makes locks for outboards, as well as a range of alarmed locks (trailers, cables, bolt locks and padlocks). For more information visit the Kovix Australia website. Price: SRP: $34.95 www.kovixaustralia.com.au

EVOLUTION COASTAL 3 CLASSIC The Evolution 360 rod holder is the brainchild of angler Jim McQuade. One day he was bottom fishing in 70m of water with his rod in a plastic flush-mount rod holder, and the direction of the current created an awkward bend of the rod. The direction the line was running was also not ideal. Jim realised that a rotating rod holder would solve his problem, and the rest is history. The first models released were the 30°, 15° and 0°, all rated to 60kg/135lb tackle. They cover most fishing needs for a regular straight stock rod and curve butt rod to allow finetuning of a position for trolling under outriggers or live bait and bottom fishing. Now Evolution has added the Coastal Classic fixed rod holders to the range, with the same quality as the rotating models. The footprint is the same, so you can easily change the configuration. Evolution rod holders are installed the same way as any other flush-mount rod holder. They’re made of marine-grade 316 stainless steel, and are backed by a 5-year warranty. Price: SRP $107-$236 explodingfish.com.au

YELLOWFIN FHT 5800

PRODUCT GUIDE

The new Yellowfin Plate Folding Hard Top is easy to fit in most garages, and comes in 5800, 6200 and 6500 versions. The FHT can be changed on the fly. If unruly weather hits, put the clears up. When it’s sunny, put the top up. Lastly, fold the FHT and windscreen down and the highest point will be just 212cm. The captain and navigator chairs are large, comfortable and placed on top of an aluminium tackle box storage, sealed storage box or esky. There is a wide walkthrough from the cockpit to the cabin, and the dash has plenty of space for controls and a fishfinder up to 16” fishfinder, which is large enough to see from anywhere in the cockpit. Serious anglers will choose the Platinum Pack and fit their boats up with a berley bucket, transom cutting board, deck wash, cabin cushions and more. The durable Offshore HD hull delivers a soft, stable and dry ride. The 5800, 6200 and 6500 FHT have fuel capacities of 190L, 240L and 260L respectively, and a maximum hp of 140, 175 and 200 respectively. www.yellowfinplateboats.com.au

244CM GLOMEX VHF 5 ANTENNA The RA1225HP 244cm Classic HighPerformance VHF Antenna from Glomex Marine Antennas features innovative engineering and robust construction that provide years of trouble-free service. It’s backed by a limited lifetime warranty. With a frequency range of 156/162 MHz, the RA1225HP collinear-phased antenna has a gain average of 6dB, maximum input power of 100W and 50 ohms impedance. Vertically polarized to minimize signal reflection on the water, it’s ideal for inland, coastal and offshore vessels. The internal elements are made of spiral copper wires inserted into brass radiator tubes. This is what provides its superior range, clarity and power to enhance the radio’s overall performance. Weighing only 742g, the double-thick fibreglass tube has a smooth polyurethane finish with five layers of anti-yellowing paint. The 25mm ferrule on the RA1225HP is cast 316 stainless steel with an integrated feedthru. It comes with 6m of RG-8X low loss, twin screen coax cable with a pre-wired FME connector and PL-259 adapter for simple connection. www.glomex.it

NAVIONICS SONARCHART

Navionics Australia has announced that all Platinum+ Australian Charts now include SonarChart Shading. SonarChart shading is included across the Platinum+ XL and XL3 chart range, and enhances the satellite overlay layer with new shading created by high definition contour data. The new feature displays seafloor structures in varying shades of blue, making ideal fishing locations visible at a glance. Users can now clearly see channels, dropoffs and other underwater structures over a wide area, while using the chart on a broad selection of compatible plotters. Platinum+ charts also incorporate many other exclusive features for greater situational awareness, including panoramic photos of marinas and ports, 3D view and satellite overlay layer. For more information on Sonar Chart Shading visit the Navionics Australia website. www.navionics.com.au

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As Bar Crusher’s Matt Urzia explained, their 535C Cuddy Cabin boat is aimed squarely at the angler who wants to take their fishing to the next level of range and comfort. We’ve all done days in the small tinny and although you can sometimes get to where you want to fish, there are often only small windows when this is comfortable and safe. “It’s all about better comfort, ride, stability and range,” Matt said at the Patterson River boat ramp on a picture perfect day on Port Phillip Bay. And although the 535C is on the smaller side of the Bar Crusher range, it lacks none of the features of its bigger brothers and sisters.

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Main: Bar Crusher’s Gen2 hull design features for’ard reverse chines. You can see them here diverting water down and away from the hull. Above: Powered by a Suzuki 90hp 4-stroke, the 535C Cuddy Cabin is a very efficient rig on the water. At optimum cruising efficiency it delivers over 3km/L, giving a theoretical range of over 300km. the hull lower in the water, which increases stability for the given beam. When the boat moves, the water dumps out of the transom holes virtually

SPECIFICATIONS Hull.Length ..............................................5.35m Beam........................................................ 2.15m Bottom.sheet ............................................4mm Side.sheet..................................................3mm Fuel ............................................................ 100L Dry.tow.weight .......................................1150kg Min.hp ........................................................60hp Max.hp .....................................................100hp Trailer.height ........................................... 2.15m Capacity ............................................ 5 persons Starting with the Gen2 hull, the 535C features the reverse chines to turn away spray and their water ballast system. If you’re unfamiliar with Bar Crushers, it’s a chamber with several hundred litres volume that floods as the boat sits at rest. It drags 94

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get 3.5km/L at 37km/h. With a 100L underfloor fuel tank, that gives a theoretical range of well over 300km for this rig – plenty for even the most ambitious angler. The test boat was supplied by Bar Crusher and as tested,

instantly. It’s a way that Bar Crusher deals with boating’s constant compromise of ride quality versus stability at rest. Another point of interest with this rig for ex-tinny owners is the fact that these boats are designed to fold down to fit into standard garages. The

windscreen folds over and the targa top has hinges at the gunwale line (with the removal of a single pin) so this model can fit into a garage 2m high. All Bar Crushers that I’ve tested from the factory have been supplied on Victorian made Easytow trailers. This 535C is cradled on a single axle trailer with skids and central rollers. The Easytow not only looks good, but because it’s designed exactly for that model of boat, you know that it’ll be fit for purpose. In my experience, these Easytows coupled with the Bar Catch deployment system makes it really easy to spend minimal time on the ramp itself. And it’s always nice to be the fast guy at the ramp rather than the muppet undoing his tie down strap after reversing down the slope. At 1,300kg dry towing weight, nearly all cars with a towbar can tow it. From a practical point of

view this Crusher, like most of its ilk, are built for durability and ease of maintenance. The abundance of chequer plate flooring with minimal carpet and vinyl means that cleaning the rig at the end of the day is

RPM......Speed.(km/h). Economy.(km/L) 1000 ......................... 7 ....................... 6.7 2000 ....................... 11 ....................... 3.7 3000 ....................... 21 ....................... 3.0 4000 ....................... 37 ....................... 3.5 5000 ....................... 49 ....................... 2.7 6000 ....................... 60 ....................... 6.0 ideal area to seriously fish. Performance wise, the test boat seemed to be propped for rough water handling rather than top end speed. Still, at 60km/h at wide open throttle, 6,000rpm was achieved at 1.8km/L economy. Drop the revs down to 4000 and you can

attracted a price tag of the mid-$50,000s. Packages start from mid-$40,000s. For more information, visit your local Bar Crusher dealer or go to www.barcrusher.com. au. Make sure you like Bar Crusher Boats on Facebook for all of their latest updates.

The test rig was propped for hole shot and rough water rather than speed. As a result, it rocketed out of the hole.

The cabin in this Bar Crusher is definitely more spartan than luxurious. That said, it’s super easy to maintain and does offer a place out of the weather to take a breather. It’s very open to the cockpit.

An underfloor kill tank is a near necessity in a fishing boat these days. This Bar Crusher’s sits in the rear middle of the cockpit floor.

The dashboard is small to facilitate easy access to the cuddy cabin and there’s still space to flush mount your sounder and see it from the cockpit.

The transom shelf keeps your batteries and switching off the floor and relatively dry.

Bar Crusher features a unique pod and duckboard design that sets the outboard back from the main hull while still maintaining flotation.

Once you’ve had a Bar Catch trailer, you’ll never want to own a rig without an autolatching and deployment system.

Every factory Bar Crusher I’ve tested has been supplied on a custom designed Easytow trailer. This single axle model, foldable windscreen and targa top means that this rig will fit into a 2m high garage if required.

The 535C features 16 degrees of transom deadrise. The water ballast system pulls the chines into the water at rest and makes the beam seem a lot wider when it comes to stability.

Top: We like Bar Crusher’s simplicity in design – the fewer moving parts and pumps the better. This transom livewell gravity drains onto the duckboard via a series of overflow holes. Above: Remove a single pin and the targa top can be folded over to get the boat into a garage.

Top: There’s a removable cutting board in the transom bait station and a few rod holders. Bar Crusher’s rigging stations are rarely complicated. Above: The test boat was also fitted with a Stressfree anchor winch – a virtual necessity in Victoria!

Clever in-base tackle storage will tick a few boxes for organised anglers. OCTOBER 2019

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Main: The ride and handling of the Estuary Fish Master package was excellent. Very little trim was needed to get the most out of the boat and motor package. Above: The stability at rest was incredible. There was no visible lean or tilt with two anglers casting lures from it. As long as the entire tackle store hasn’t come fishing with you, two to three anglers can comfortably cast lures from the Fishmaster. If bait fishing is your go-to, both seats swivel 360º and allow you to anchor up and fish. RIDE AND HANDLING With 40hp being the maximum power rating for the Fishmaster, you would expect it to get up and going pretty well, which it certainly did. With myself, Simon from Boats & More and another team member on board, it got onto the plane quickly and was very easy to drive. Very little trim was required to get the maximum effort out of the hull and motor package. It also manoeuvred around beautifully with its tiller steer.

What was impressive was its stability at rest. Simon and his staff member had a fish and at rest there was no

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visible lean; it sat perfectly on its chines. TOWING, LAUNCH AND RETRIEVE Your average family sedan would have no issues towing this Clark package. Boats & More matched a Dunbier single axle trailer with it. Simon explained that people purchasing this style of boat tend to spend a bit of time on the road heading to their favourite destination. It is very important to them that not only does the trailer make towing easy, but also ensuring launching and retrieving is simply and can be done by one person if necessary. That was definitely the case with the tested package. FINAL THOUGHTS What you want from a package like the Clark 427 Estuary Fishmaster is

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features of the package and the potential options it has. On this occasion, the team from Boats & More in Shepparton and Echuca had set the boat up to use in an upcoming tournament. With a lure casting focus, they added a MotorGuide bow mount electric motor, dual sounders (a Elite 4 Lowrance at the bow with its transducer mounted on the electric and a Lowrance 5” sounder mounted near the skipper’s seat) to the package. In addition, they included full internal and external paint and a Suzuki 40hp 4-stroke motor (maximum horsepower). At the time of testing a base package would have been with a 30hp 2-stroke, but with emissions laws now in place a base package would be a 30hp 4-stroke. FISHING SPACE In many ways, fishing space relates to deck space and the 427 has a good-sized forward casting deck and enough space around the seats to not feel cramped. The tiller steer configuration assists with freeing up some space, however it is the underfloor storage that allows you to keep this space open. There is reasonable storage under the front casting deck (wet storage) and a couple of side pockets for anything you need to get your hands on quickly. The front deck also incorporates a plumbed live well that could double as storage if not in use.

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something that gives you the ability to fish in places like the Murray River, Lake Eildon, where we tested at Nagambie or on the waterways and estuary systems that dot the coastline. You want to be able to fish with your mates, your family or by yourself. You want the power to get from A to B, but also the stealth to quietly go about your business. Last but not least, you want to it to be affordable. The tested package met all of these requirements. The tested price was a little over $28,000, however a blank canvas started at $18,000 with a 30hp 4-stroke outboard. If this is the type of boat you are looking for, contact the team at Boats & More on 03 5822 2108 or check out the range of Clark boats on their website www. boatsandmore.com.au.

The Clark 427 Estuary Fish Master waiting for the team to go and cast a few lures around at Lake Nagambie.

Left: The Suzuki 40hp 4-stroke was perfectly matched to the Fishmaster. It provided power to burn with maximum economy via its Lean Burn systems. Right: The Lowrance sounder mounted at the bow of the boat allows you to understand what is underneath you while you are fishing.

Launching and retrieving is simple and can be done on your own if required.

There is enough storage via the side pockets and under the front casting to keep your fishing space clear of obstacles.

The hull has a shallow draft, which is ideal for calmer water conditions.

The seating in the package is plush and swivels 360ยบ so you can soak a bait in comfort.

The Dunbier single-axle trailer ensures easy towing and was perfectly matched to the package.

The MotorGuide bow mount electric motor ensured that casting lures to and around structure was a breeze.

There is plenty of space for two anglers to cast from the front deck of the Fishmaster.

A plumbed live well comes standard with the package. It allows you to keep your catch alive or gives you some extra storage space if not in use.

Boating is stress free in the Clark 427 Estuary Fishmaster. OCTOBER 2019

Victorian Tide Times

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FR 1753 2338 SA 1848

m 0.73 1.33 0.46 1.41 0.72 1.32 0.55 1.41 0.67 1.38 0.60 1.44 0.56 1.49 0.60 1.49 0.43 1.61 0.59

0048 1.54 0.32 1.72 1310 0.42 1915 1957 1.35 0.58 0120 0136 0.55 1.57 0809 0731 1.45 0.24 MO 1430 1405 0.39 1.79 2115 2002 1.36 0.58 0218 0219 0.66 1.58 0904 0816 1.40 0.21 TU 1516 1506 0.36 1.80 2230 2045 1.41 0.58

02210.51 1.57 0225 0.59 1.43 01560153 0.70 1.48 230129 8 0752 8 0145 08081.41 0.36 8 0846 0817 1.30 0.5823 8 23 23 0900 0837 1.30 0.39 MO 1429 1.60 FR 1426 1.35 SA 1450 1.63

FR 1426 0.69 SA 1415 0.54 SU 1444 0.58 MO 20341.31 0.39 2028 1.16 0.44 2120 2118 21532015 1.20 0.58

03080.61 1.61 0259 0.67 1.48 02530229 0.79 1.51 0325 0300 0.75 24 9 0241 240234 9 0826 08591.38 0.25 9 0938 0855 1.26 0.5024 9 24 0955 1.27 0.34 1005 0900 1.36 0940 TU 1507 1.65 WE 1559 SA 1508 1.42 SU 1545 1.71

1.57 0.22 SA 1537 0.68 SU 1526 0.48 MO 1545 0.55 TU 1615 0.32 1.77 21231.38 0.41 2104 1.18 0.44 2237 23012051 1.26 0.58 2337 2125 1.47 0.60 2242

1.61 0.43 04000007 1.710.36 0431 0501 03510.69 1.63 0330 0.74 1.51 04040304 0.85 1.51 0443 0338 0.80 0115 02281.56 0.54 0141 1.65 0.44 25 10 0356 25 25 250351 10 0354 0937 0.58 1.37 09360730 0.431.3910 1029 1057 09451.37 0.181010 0929 1.25 0.4325 25 10 10 25 1049 10320900 1.25 0.30 1108 0941 1.35 0843 09580.44 1.2925 0906 0.18 1.37 10 1044 1537 1.36 1600 1.54 1639 1.42 1738 1.63 1634 1.73 1545 1.67 1639 1546 1.48 TH

FR WE 1243 0.77 SU TH 1501 0.77 MO TU 1330 0.80 FR 1425 0.68 2139 2009 0.30 1.29 21491909 0.181.31 2230 2309 21500.40 1.18 2116 0.38 1.28

1.54 0.26 1651 0.49 WE 1722 1641 0.39 MO TH 0.27 1.71 SU 1657 0.63 MO SU TU WE 22071.49 0.44 2127 0.59 2204 0.62 2139 1.25 0.45 2345 2354

1.60 0.49 04450101 1.710.39 04310.71 1.61 0401 0.76 1.53 03341.55 0.61 0249 1.61 0.52 00010339 1.35 1.50 0039 0416 1.55 11 0427 26 26 260515 11 0520 11 0212 110502 260540 26 26 1015 0.54 1.34 10270838 0.341.3611 1100 10301.39 0.161111 1000 1.26 0.3726 1140 1141 0943 10570.39 1.2726 1016 0.17 1.36 11 1145 05270934 0.86 0.28 0559 1019 0.79 1616 1.37 1652 1.55 1717 1.43 1721 1.71 1623 1.67 1717 1624 1.53 1829 1.58 FR

SA TH 1343 0.80 MO FR 1625 0.76 TU WE 1437 0.84 SA 1541 0.63 2214 2115 0.33 1.24 22382021 0.241.28 2303 2350 23040.45 1.19 2246 0.46 1.33

1.49 0.32 1748 0.29 1.26 TH 1210 TH FR 1.35 1.64 MO 1757 0.54 TUTU MO WE 1129 2248 0.48 2212 0.47 17482203 0.42 0.61 1823 2243 0.23 0.65

04561.53 0.64 0413 1.54 0.57 0042 0057 00540415 1.45 1.48 0136 0455 1.62 1.59 0.53 05270210 1.680.43 0433 1.35 1.53 05101.60 1.57 12 0323 27 120533 270619 27 27 12 0458 27 27 12 1044 11520.36 1.2827 1122 0.19 1.38 12 0629 0628 06321010 0.83 0.28 0702 1058 0.74 1050 0.51 1.34 11150951 0.281.3712 1131 1032 0.74 0.3327 11120.70 0.181212 1222 1559 0.84 1745 0.70 1703 0.52 1459 0.77 1229 1.30 1242 1.42 1224 1.28 1307 1.37

1.54 1757 1.43 TH 1.36 SU 1747 FR SA 1654 TU SA 2246 2224 0.38 1.23 23252147 0.331.31 2338 0.50

SU1920 1.51 WE

1.43 0.39 TU FR SA 1756 1.56 TU 1701 1.55 WE WE 1806 1.66 TH FR 1704 1.63 1842 1845 18372241 0.34 0.64 1916 2321 0.20 0.69 2246 0.45 0.50 23280.20 0.53

00111.49 1.25 1.67 0003 0.54 1.45 0129 0154 01410452 1.56 1.45 0228 0535 1.56 0.53 06070332 0506 1.46 1.51 1.630.46 05471.70 1.51 13 0434 130606 28 28 28 280031 13 0529 13 28 28 1141 06090.33 0.6328 0755 1134 0.69 0539 1.47 0.58 13 0716 0726 07221047 0.78 0.29 1124 0.48 1.36 1103 0.71 0.3028 0659 12021058 0.241.4213 1203 11510.66 0.231313 1714 0.78 1241 1.32 1622 0.67 1400 1.39 1221 1.43 1313 1.34 1334 1.45 1315 1.32

1.50 1840 1.42 TH FR 1.35 MO 1845 SA MO1303 0.25 SU 1733 WESU 1841 0.61 2310 1.40 1813 1.44 0.38 2319 2328 0.44 1.26 2012

1.37 0.46 SA SU 1837 1.48 WE WE 1739 1.55 THTH 1850 1.58 FR SA 1748 1.58 1920 1936 0.15 19202320 0.27 0.68 2005 0.19 2322 0.37 0.54

01070.57 1.33 0110 1.53 0.51 00100457 0.430.44 14 0536 29 140015 1229 07041.44 0.60 29 0650 14 0600 29 1157 0.46 1.41 06481157 1.561.4814 0641 SA 1812 0.69 SU 1733 0.52 MO 1322 1.36 TU 1315

0210 0245 02250534 1.64 1.41 0314 0001 1.69 0539 1.57 1.48 00071.76 0.58 29 29 14 0757 0815 08041129 0.73 0.33 0843 0620 0.64 14 29 1136 0.68 0.2829 06270.62 1.441414 TH 1355 1.38 FR 1423 1.47 SA 1404 1.36 SU 1446 1.40

01540.64 1.43 0208 1.48 1.32 00540018 0.531.53 15 0024 30 150055 0627 07471.39 0.58 30 0745 15 0635 30 1230 0.43 0.49 07300606 1.480.4215 0718 SU 1308 1.45 MO 1249 1.55 TU 1359 1.41 WE 1405

0248 0330 03080003 1.69 0.71 0356 0045 1.68 0614 1.65 1.44 00461.78 0.64 30 30 15 0833 0900 08450625 0.67 1.36 0927 0715 0.59 15 30 1210 0.64 0.2730 07070.59 1.361515 FR 1435 1.41 SA 1508 1.47 SU 1450 1.40 MO 1530 1.40

MO 1815 1.33 2354 0.50

TU 1248 0.24 1945 1.45

TH 1236 0.31 19231.40 0.51 1929

TU 1902 1.32 WE 1333 0.27 FR 1315 0.30 1856 0.60 20451831 20001.37 0.42 1.400.37 2024

31 0140 0816

0.64 1.40 TH 1421 0.31 2144 1.37

1.58 0.56 1.48 1909 0.25

1.71 0.54 1.52 2000 0.16

31 0300 0834

1.78 0.52 TH 1450 1.55 2045 0.11

TH 1820 1.53 1956 2359 0.30 0.59

FR 1905 1.49 2031 0.25

FR 1230 0.30 2023 19340.13 1.49

SA 1309 0.38 2108 20210.15 1.41

31 0128 0752

0.71 1.29 SU 1350 0.46 2113 1.34

0.73 1.30 SU 1837 1.51 MO 1214 0.55 2001 0.22 2050 1922 0.21 1.41

0.76 1.24 MO 1215 0.39 TU 1257 0.63 20431935 0.19 1.45 2132 2012 0.24 1.36 0432 1.65 1008 0.56 TU 1613 1.38 2212 0.29

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