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    QC is always a tough one when you are dealing with 100s/1000s of rods. I think it has always been a problem, its just customers now have higher expectations. And we are probably seeing more problems because of the sheer numbers being manufactured. Also, for some of these rods, the margins are actually quite high when going from cost of manufacture to the time it gets to the customer hands. Issues can come up in a number of different ways for rods throughout the manufacturing process. Parts, carbon pre-preg, epoxy, rolling, baking, guides, glue, shipping, storage etc. Seems like such a simple thing to get right (line up the guides) but in a product that has so many components, suppliers and steps, it's understandable that there are occasional product issues. As long as the company sorts out any manufacturing issues that you find as a customer, it should be ok.
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    Brian I've seen more fishing reports from you in the last 3 months than I did for the first 8-odd years of BFO days And catching fish too... amazing Good to get out mate. The forecast this morning I read to be almost a glass out first thing. Was it?
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    I'd also recommend a small waterproof tuppaware box that you can take with you to put in used hooks/swivels/sinkers. During a fishing session, you will probably change rigs once or twice and you probably want to re-use some of your gear rather than bin it. DON'T put it back in the tacklebox with all of your new/dry gear. It will very quickly start rusting out all of your new gear and you will be buying new gear again soon. Put all of your used stuff into the small tuppaware container and then when you get home, empty, rinse and dry away from your other gear. Once dry, then you can put it back in your tackle box for re-use in future.
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    Hey Robbie - yep. I think I have 2 more of the 9ft scouts. Light favourites - maybe not. I'll have to look.
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    The seaway is a breeze. I've popped out maybe 3 or 4 times now in my 4.1 low sides tinny. Have never run far offshore - at best 100m chasing birds, but it's definitely easy to visually gauge the safety of crossing that bar when you turn up. An easy indicator is watch all the tinnies parked up along the northern wall near the end. If there are none parked around the tip of the rockwall, it's probably a bit rough ... or you are a lucky fella and found the blue moon where no one is parked there
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    you love getting out your snatch strap yeah I'm keen to get in for a trip.
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    Beaut country, photos and fish Callum. Mate - I think we have 1 left. the last one I'll have a look tonight when I get home. 602L right?
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    To add to the "safety" one Rob. - Tell someone where you are going and what time you will be home.
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    Sick trip Ben. Hey - you reckon an xtrail can make it up to there? Have been keen to get out there but just don't have any experience doing 4x4 and don't have any of my close mates who are into it with the right gear. Would love to roll up there for a few nights for a trip sometime.
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    Christmas 2020

    Do$tylz replied to ellicat's topic in Events

    Yeah im keen. Be good to catch some old and new faces
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    yeah epic trip Robbie. That jack is a PB that may never be beaten. Amazingly lucky with that weather too. Spoilt
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    ecogear zx. It's a vibe lure with stingers on out of the box. Epic numbers Ray. Hopefully these rains hit the catchments soon.
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    hahaha. Lucky the front deck is just big enough enough to fold into a ball and sleep on The greatest little tinny that could I love it.
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    I would agree with the 2nd option as well if money allows for it. Ally boat - allows for mistakes and learning in launching, retrieving and running aground. Good motor - because it's open water and safety is #1 when getting on the water. Launching from Wello or Cleveland, yes, on a day ~10knots or under, you will be fine. 15 and it will be a little lumpy and maybe a bit wet depending on travel direction and wind direction.
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    Mate - so lucky the motor was fine. Had an old work colleague help teach me how to service the motor, but we didn't start her up at the time because the fuel in the tank was old. When I finally got round to trying it out, it wouldn't start. Ended up being the carb that needed a cleaning but since then - she's been running like a dream. Yeah kept the original colours too. Respray was forced on me due to all of the bubbles under the paint that were forming. They were all filled with salt which was starting to eat away on some parts. Found a few pinholes that were easily filled and she's water tight again
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    I've been out of the fishing game for a few years so haven't kept up with the latest and greatest braid but in terms of a standard - don't bother with berkley fireline (do they even sell that anymore?) Sunline and Unitika (brands) used to be pretty common, easy to find and generally good. PE is the rating for the diameter of your line. Thinner isn't always better - for the older gents that might not have 20/20 vision, thin line can become a pain to work with so keep that in mind. I will usually go thin, but I've played with some of the crazy thin 4lb line available these days and it's just too thin for my needs. I also find that if the main line is too thin compared to the leader, it's easier for the leader knot to break. The thin line can cut through the leader. You can use that set up in the surf, but it will be difficult. Your average 1-3kg rod will be 7ft with some getting to 7'6. Not generally long enough to get a big long cast out but it can be done. Casting into close channels or off rocks is totally possible and done quite a lot. Use the same braid/leader. No need to change. Unless you are throwing slugs at tailor... then just tie another 15cm of 25lb leader at the end to reduce snip offs. Unless tying a PR or FG knot, don't bother tying on 25lb leader as your only leader. It will knock on the way out on a cast and you will get windknots, poor casting distance and general frustration.
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    It's QLD fisheries that has the limit of commercial licenses. It's done to ensure sustainable fishing of our local waterways. Just to clear up so you don't misdirect your grievances. It's clear - set lines are not allowed as a recreational fisherman. From an AFO perspective - we do not condone this. In terms of deadsticking - you can dead stick, but the tactic is generally applied to specific situations to be successful. If you just chucked a rando plastic out in a creek in Brisbane, your chances aren't high.
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    Classic shirt Chris! Those photos show a beaut start to the day with the weather. Did you head out with Chorley or a different mob?
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    Yeah but they woulda been hella jelly over the dogfight (new one or old model?) and the topwater action. Alvey and pillies on gang hooks vs dogfight and topwater? no competition
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    "so does leader need to be lighter or heavier than the main braid" It can go either way. It all comes down to the fishing you are doing at the time and the gear you are using. Specifically for your use case, I would look for 6/8lb main line (braid) and get 2 spools of leader (6lb/12lb) so you can swap out for bream vs flathead (or in heavier cover/rough ground). Don't think 6lb on flatties is a good idea. It can be done- but it's not a good idea. Even 12 is light on anything over 60cm. Also - get good at tying the slimmest knot possible between your mainline and leader. 1-3kg rods generally have small guides and if your leader knot is knocking the guides on a cast, you are up for lots of tip wraps and line knots. This will be particularly painful if going 6lb main to 12lb leader and even worse when it's windy and you are casting against or sideways to the wind.
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    @ellicat yeah my mates kept the flatty, trev and 3 bream for a feed. And man - I love the sunrise. It's so beautiful and peaceful. Although I forgot how much harder it gets to hit sunrise in summer. 4:15 and the sun is just starting to show light on the horizon. 3am wakeups are tough when you have to roll straight into the office and do a full day. @jon yeah bro I'm so happy seeing it back on the water myself. Hit the 11yr anniversary with it this week and am stoked that it's still kicking. Hopefully see you out there soon man. @AUS-BNE-FISHO mate it's a great spot for a yak or landbased too so you should give it a go! @kmcrosby78 Thanks Kelv. The couple of double IPAs may have helped make those smiles bigger than normal @crazywalrus YEP! sure do Ted. It was is pretty average shape for a while. I finally got it home after about 6 or 7 years of being either at Angus's house or my sisters or my mates. Over those years as things broke, I never got a chance to fix them and it needed a good clean and wash after life at Angus's where it became his cats favourite place to sleep So spent a few months taking it all apart, cleaning, rewiring, replacing, respraying and servicing to get it back to water worthy. She's almost back to the same glory as when i bought it off @bigtez. Just gotta replace the re-circulating pump in the livewell and pony up for a new trailer. Currently running on a cheapo 2nd hand trailer that I wouldn't take on a long drive or over bumpy tracks.
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    haha. there you go
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    Mate, anyone that has figured out bass in Bulimba creek will be guarding that info pretty tightly. I don't fancy your chances of getting too much detailed help with that particular request. There were a couple guys who had done it way back in the day on AFO but I don't think they ever posted about it. Can't remember his username but RyanYoung comes into mind as one of the guys. He was a madman for getting into the thickets and fishing in spots that the average person wouldn't attempt to even get into.
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    Mate - you're looking fit and healthy! Cracking trip man. Looks absolutely amazing in terms of weather, location and crew too. Can't go past topwater for being the most enjoyable method of fishing. Amazing to be able to witness turtle nesting season too!
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    Squid

    Do$tylz replied to ellicat's topic in Saltwater

    good luck mate. Let me know how it goes.
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