gafmo

Fished off a charter boat on Sunday and fished a reef at 70 fathoms for a great result. All 10 on board caught buckets of fiish with the main catch being enormous size leather jackets and the occasional flathead comming on board to a loud cheer. By 1.30pm the jackets got smaller and attacked the bait before it reached the bottom and bit the leaders off so we packed up and returned back to port. I have not been a lover of charter boats but this one was spot on for comfort and friendlyness from the skipper. The price included tea/coffee at any time required, then barbequed sausage sandwiches for lunch even down to a digital TV for anyone who wanted a rest from cranking up the fish. A great day was had by all. Gafmo

The Blakes are the most honest people in the boat game. Service is excelent and water tested in the river after the service. Gafmo

My boat is a Quintrex Sea Raider 5.75mt with a 90hp Evinrude. After a long search to suit my needs and the family days out this has worked out to be the excelent choice. The boat is now 12years old and never caused a problem. It can comfortly sleep 2 people for those all weekend comps and has plenty of room for fishing, at times it has handled 4 people who fished without any tangles. I put a rear lounge in that can easily be removed when the family are not aboard. There is enough power to water ski 1 adult with 5 on board. All the gest in your hunt Gafmo

The one that I use is 'Inox'. Good for reels and outboard motors because it will not cause damage to lines or rubber. Not to be sprayed onto reel clutch. Regards gafmo

Yes GIO. It was agreat night of good tips for a boatie to go and fish the beach without massive large sinkers. Regards gafmo

Can anyone tell me which tackle shops in the Blacktown / Parramatta area sell live tube worms. Gafmo

4 months ago I caught a 5kg snapper on the reef that is about 6 to 8 kilometers direct east of th Shellhabour ramp. Illawarra has some great fishing grounds. gafmo

You will have a great time on the lake at Narooma. Plenty of bream spots and not many boats screaming around to upset your fishing. Have a great time Gafmo

Yes Harvey, have a look at Minnamurra River. This is a good spot for fishing and nippers and there are protected spots from most winds. Set a couple of crab traps for entrees before the main meal. Best of luck Gafmo

Just my luck to have the boat packed up and ready for a real fun day then all sh?t happens and I end up in Westmead Hospital. After seeing more specialist this week I look like being back in next week. I was glad to see that heaps of FISHRAIDERS turned out for a great day going by the reports. Regards gafmo

I have just read the story about stingray stings in THE BAR forum. This item is a MUST READ for everybody, especally the people who paddle around in the shallows. Gafmo

After being stung by a red rock cod I always have a thermos of hot water onboard. Even that I have been very carefull not to get stung since that hot water is always in the boat. Try and be sting free Gafmo

I fill my outside fishing times as an Amateur Boxing referee which includes all of Australia and the Oceana region. Then in winter I squeeze in Golden Oldies Rugby Union games as much as posible. We will be looking for some players next season, so any interested Raiders can contact me and then you can enjoy a real safe and fun times. The only time that you can get hurt is when you get caught for a shout. Keep the body parts moving and it slows down age. Regards gafmo

Sounds like a great social event. Count me in with a boat. Regards gafmo

G'day Paul. You will find that this is the greatest Forum to gain advice and meet some of the most friendliest fisho's. Hope to meet you at one of the Fishraiders gatherings. Regards gafmo