Tag Archives: Fishing Gear

THE recent growth in larger soft plastics, including Z-Man’s 8” Mag SwimZ and 10” HeroZ, has led to requests for jig heads that are both designed to rig effectively in these larger plastics and be capable of handling the fish that eat them. Enter the next-level in TT Lures’ award-winning HeadlockZ range, the HeadlockZ Extreme. HeadlockZ Extreme jig heads are …

SHIMANO’S durable and award-winning Stradic CI4+ series of spin reels has been given a total revamp for the upcoming season. Packed with the sort of features discerning light line anglers get excited about, the 2500CI4+ FB model won the Best New Reel Category at the recent Australian Fishing Trade Show on the Gold Coast. This reel series is all about …

THE 7’11”, two-piece Venom Stickbait rods are built on a Venom-patented high-modulus graphite blank coupled with Fuji Silicone K guides to give exceptional casting performance. The softer tip of the Venom Stickbait rods, when compared to the Venom Popping series, gives better action to stickbaits and allows the angler to work the lures through calm and rough conditions perfectly. Tested …

AS more anglers discover the benefits of weedless rigging when fishing in and around weed, mangroves, fallen timber and other structure, it was only natural that Tackle Tactics would receive requests for weedless jig heads to suit smaller plastics. This has seen the addition of ChinlockZ Finesse and SnakelockZ Finesse jig heads to TT Lures’ current weedless range that includes …

PERFECT for daytime deep-drop swordfishing, Platypus Pre-test Braid enables you to reach depths of 600m and still have exceptional feel and fish-fighting control. You’ll also be able to claim your record catch and legitimately compete in IGFA and GFAA tournaments. Light years ahead of mono or Dacron lines, this high-tech superline cuts through current and depths without a belly to get …

Whether it’s a power pack, solar panel, solar generator, lantern or even speakers, Goal Zero has a product to get you powered up, regardless of how remote your location may be. Back to the aptly named Torch 250 (combined LED light output of 250 lumens) – weighing a scant 408g, you won’t be weighed down as you trek across Australia’s …

THE Wilson Tackle Back Pack contains two large tackle trays that can have up to 24 compartments per tray measuring 35.5cm x 22cm x 5cm. The back pack itself is loaded with features to make this back pack a great accessory for anglers walking the banks while fishing. Apart from the tackle tray, the pack has padded shoulder straps for comfort …

IF you want crazy, Samaki has got it. The Samaki Zing Craze brings a new dimension to lightweight rod design with a great sense of fun and some craziness on the side. All rods are 5’8” in length and each model is separated by camouflaged colour grips. The Zing Craze is offered in spin and overhead in a light PE1-2 …

This lure is often hit on the drop. When rigging, you can adjust and tune the wire arms to suit your retrieve.  For example, for a slower retrieve or a tentative bite, try bending the arms slightly towards the hook. For trolling, burning and faster retrieves, bend the arms 45 degrees away from the tow point, towards the hook.   Adding an optional …