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BLOGGER PROFILE : Kevin Savvas
A descendant of generations of fishermen, Kevin Savvas has 30 years experience under his belt. Initially a bait fisherman, Kev now has a passion for all manner of lures, hard or soft.



BLOG: The Next Evolution in Fishing Gear

Mystic Tacklework's Biopulse lure system emits light, scent and frequency to emulate a baitfish.

IS the evolution of fishing gear going too far?...

BLOG: Are Fishing "Gadgets" Counter-productive?

DO you think the modern day reliance on fishing "gadgets" is a good or a bad thing?

BLOG: Pelagics - pest or prize?

OVER the past few months Sydney waterways have been hit by a plague of pelagics gorging on the surface most mornings...

BLOG: DIY barra

In three days we caught well over 70 barra, which was a pleasant surprise...

BLOG: Top 5 holiday fishing tips

Here are 5 tips to make your holiday with your family and friends not only adventurous but productive on the fishing front as well...

BLOG: Has our marine industry heard of customer service?

Over the past few months, for one reason or another, I've had dealings with businesses in the marine industry...

BLOG: DIY adventures

My next adventure is in January in the NT and I have been scoping out this trip for three months...

BLOG: The minimal approach

I had an opportunity the other day to hit the banks of a tiny little creek in the Hawkesbury system...

BLOG: The weakest link

The adage "you're only as strong as your weakest link" is probably more relevant in fishing than most other sports...

BLOG: Hot rod appeal

I've built up a few rods over the years and I can attest to the feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment they provide...

latest comments

7:43PM "Got to Agree with Starlo on this , at the end of the day when we fish we will kill things-even catch and relea..."
The Other ET on Huge jewfish caught in ...
7:27PM "Catch n release is a good way to go NOT the only way to go"
mullawaymuzza on Huge jewfish caught in...
12:10PM "Well done Vaughan, ripper fish mate! The mount will look great on the wall and no doubt the story of you catch..."
Andy on Huge jewfish caught in Shoalhav...
11:25AM "Doing successful science requires team building. It requires people to know who to talk to if they have a puz..."
jon marshall on Cronulla Fisheries saga...
11:00AM "For the record, despite being a long time champion and promoter of catch-and-release WHERE APPROPRIATE, I do n..."
Starlo on Huge jewfish caught in Shoalh...

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BLOG: Towards breaking point

Image: Sami Omari

ARE we all brainwashed into following tried and tested methods? Sami Omari questions conventional drag settings and line stress when pushing tackle to its limit...