13 Jul 2010
This definitive article on snaring big flathead in deep water is essential reading for any fisho keen on developing his/her plastic jigging techniques. By DAVID GREEN.
08 Jun 2010
Bait is best, especially when it comes to livebaits. Few fish can resist food that’s alive and kicking. JAMIE CRAWFORD details how to catch and rig a range of popular livies.
Switch-baiting is recognised as one of the most effective ways to catch billfish. But you don’t you don’t always need to use bait to experience the effectiveness of this technique. By SAM BAILLIE.
The new age of deep jigging offers keen fishos the choice of arm-burning heavy metal or the more subtle but equally productive “occy” lures. JAMIE CRAWFORD explores the merits of both jigging styles.
HOW do you rate a knot? There are many factors you can judge a connection on, including ease of tying, reliability, versatility or straight-out knot strength.
Don’t waste your time flogging dead water with all the other tourists. Head “up the back” to find some superlative small creek action. By BEN CADDAYE.
There’s much more to catching squid than belting out a $2 jig and hoping for the best. Noted squid fiend ADAM ROYTER details the latest in Japanese scents, rods and techniques.
25 Jan 2010
Keen spinnerbait exponent DAVID HODGE offers some useful tips on getting the most out of these relatively cheap and versatile lures.
As a follow on from the September issue’s article on specialist deep water fishing, NSW angler TONY WATERS details how to get amongst it with affordable tackle.
The weather’s warming up, insects are on the wing - it’s time to chase a few sweet water bass! By KRIS SWERES.
• Bush bashing for bass!• Soft plastics explained• The barra experiment• Squid jigs guide• Chase creek bream