Fishing Gear

For information on the latest fishing gear and product news updates, you’re in the right place. Our resources allow us access to news and product releases relating to a wide variety of fishing gear – from stickbait rods for big giant trevally on the Great Barrier Reef to the smallest hard-body lures for bream, revolutionary tackle innovations for saltwater and freshwater fishing environ nets, tackle storage solutions and more. If you’ve heard of some hot new fishing gear on the market and want more info, drop us a line at editorial@collins.media

Flying Fishunter soft plastic

kingston flying fishunter

KINGSTON Lures is proud to release an innovative spinning lure dedicated to targeting most fresh and saltwater predators: the Flying Fishunter. The Flying Fishunter came from Team Mikado’s co-operation with Rolf Shwarzer, one of Germany’s most well-known fishing journalists and avid anglers. In essence it is a combination of Kingston’s legendary Fishhunter soft lure and a Double Twister tail. The …

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Rod Armour protects your rods

rod armour protects your rods

TRANSPORTING fishing rods can be a challenging task. High-quality graphite rods are susceptible to scratches, nicks and bumps, which can cause the rod to break under load.  At Rod Armour, we aim to rectify this issue with an affordable and effective solution. We give our customers peace of mind that their quality fishing rods are protected. We feel everyone’s rods …

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New Yo-Zuri SuperBraid

yo-zuri superbraid

YO-ZURI is excited to announce the introduction of its new SuperBraid in a vibrant blue hue that is great for visibility and designed for the angler to be able to see their line on top of the water. This line is ideal for fishing in clear water. SuperBraid ranges from 10-40lb test for four-strand and 50-80lb test for eight-strand. Yo-Zuri’s …

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Berkley PowerBait Gotam Shad

berkley powerbait gotam shad

INTRODUCING the new Berkley PowerBait Gotam Shad. The Gotam Shad’s translucency paired with the inner mylar foil gives it the appearance of a real live baitfish. The firmness has been carefully studied to get the best vibration from the paddle tail, with 3D eyes and micro sparkles completing this fantastic shad. Available in 3” and 4” sizes and eight killer colours, …

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Samaki Torpedo V2 Spinners

samaki v2 spinners

THE all-new Samaki V2 Spinners have some serious attitude, and now ranging from 10g to 85g, these spinners hit the bullseye with each cast. Throw the V2 Spinners into a school of baitfish and you’ll be attacked by every predator swimming around. Alternatively, re-rig them with an assist hook and drop them to the depths to attract any aggressive species.  …

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Nomad Design Madscad

nomad design madscad

STYLED on the typical deep-bellied baitfish that are so prevalent all over the globe, the Nomad Design Madscad has been designed to be effective in all environments, in a range of sizes for a huge variety of species. This design has been refined over years of testing and many prototypes along the way. Subtle features such as the flattened top …

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Using drones to your advantage when fishing

drones key for barramundi

So where do you go when the fish leave the basin after all that rain? This is where it gets interesting. After rain periods, bony bream breed, producing more food for the impoundment-dwelling monster barra. A good place to look for these extra baitfish are the rivers at the back of the impoundment around weedy edges and points. Having timber …

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Mustad 5.5” SS Pliers

Mustad 5.5” SS Pliers

MUSTAD has released a set of pliers that will allow small split rings to be opened easily, while retaining the strength to remove hooks from fish if necessary. The Mustad 5.5” SS Pliers are constructed using German stainless steel to ensure longevity in the field. These pliers feature a micro-sized split ring opener, two split-shot crimping slots (they may also …

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Samaki Egi Inked rod

samaki egi inked

THE Samaki Egi Inked stretches 8’6” in length, which is absolutely perfect for long lifts and wacky whips – the type of squid fishing action you could encounter anywhere around the world. The length of an egi rod must be right on the money. You want a perfectly balanced rod for casting those enticing jigs. It must have power for …

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Shimano Tranx baitcast reel

shimano tranx baitcast reel

THE Shimano Tranx is designed to go toe to toe with the toughest saltwater and freshwater predators. This series of baitcasting reels has been resized and specced up to meet the demands of anglers looking for a big bait specialist. For Aussie anglers, the Tranx is perfectly suited to trolling for barra, micro jigging for your favourite reef species and …

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