foolforjesus Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 (edited) Inspired by Stewy's post of that magnificent Murray Cod caught on fly, I got thinking it was high time I cracked an Aussie native species. For all too long now, I've been focused on the loved/hated Trout. (which I personally love). I've been aware of the Murray Cod for quite some time now, however the other personal challenge I've set myself, which takes up all my allocated fishing time (to crack a 10lb Trout) has unfortunately not come about yet, although I'm getting close! I am a keen fly fisherman, and after watching some clips on the internet of people catching Murray Cod, I must say it looks very exciting. Other than the Macquarie river & Windermere dam, neither of which I've ever fished, is there anywhere else within a days round driving trip of Sydney where you can have a crack at the mighty Murray Cod? Any information or tips would be hugely appreciated. I'm not asking for peoples top secret spots, just point me in the right direction and I'll figure out the rest. Even if anyone knows of a stocked dam etc where I could get my first taste of the Murray Cod, that would be awesome. Thank you in advance, Chris Edited January 16, 2014 by foolforjesus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slinkymalinky Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 G'day Chris, I can't help with specific spots but just a couple of tips on gear, having done the challenge myself.... 9wt rod is ideal (you'll be casting heavy and/or very wind resistant flies) Shooting head lines make long casts with minimal room for backcasting a lot easier (as well as delivering those big flies well) First time I tried I had a 10wt (too heavy) with standard wt forward lines (hard to cast with only room for a small amount of line out from the tip). When I switched to the 9 wt/shooting head combo it all came together and was much more fun to fish with. Cheers, Slinky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foolforjesus Posted January 17, 2014 Author Share Posted January 17, 2014 (edited) Hi Slinky, Nice reel! I have one myself in a 2/6wt. You probably know, you can get a small arbor spool for the Velocity, which suits for larger wt lines. Versatile reel the ol Lamson Velocity! I have an 8-9wt rod, but its one from my early fly fishing days (20 years old), so its a bit long at 10.5 feet and probably not as firm as today's rods. I'm gonna grab a 9wt in 9ft for this mission, which will double for the salt. Cheers for the tips, Chris Edited January 17, 2014 by foolforjesus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
luderick -angler Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 Chris I'll pm send you acpm when I get back home but if your prepared to head to Bathurst sofala I have a few spots on the rivers up there. Your also in with a chance on yellas and trout cod (catch and release only) Cheers Royce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pomey_git Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 if you are ever in the ACT let me know mate. I'll show you where I do my surface fishing. Can't promis you a monster but I reckon you will hook up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foolforjesus Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share Posted February 11, 2014 if you are ever in the ACT let me know mate. I'll show you where I do my surface fishing. Can't promis you a monster but I reckon you will hook up. Hi Mate, Ill let you know if I'm ever in the area. Cheers, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foolforjesus Posted February 11, 2014 Author Share Posted February 11, 2014 Chris I'll pm send you acpm when I get back home but if your prepared to head to Bathurst sofala I have a few spots on the rivers up there. Your also in with a chance on yellas and trout cod (catch and release only) Cheers Royce Hi Royce, I just saw your reply, sorry for the late response. Thanks for the kind offer, I look forward to hearing from you. Cheers, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ozfisher Posted April 11, 2014 Share Posted April 11, 2014 Hi, I live in Sydney also but would love to catch a murray cod! I don't post much but would appreciate any tips for where to start in the Bathurst/Sofala/Wyangla area. I love bushwalking so I'm happy to do some walking if it gets me to the right areas! I have family in Bathurst and visit regularly. I'm a 100% catch and release fisherman! Thanks! Ozzie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flyfisher63 Posted March 6, 2015 Share Posted March 6, 2015 Hi mate did you get a cod on fly last year. Going up to fish Macquarie river next weekend any onfo from anyone would be greatly appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foolforjesus Posted March 6, 2015 Author Share Posted March 6, 2015 Hi flyfisher63, unfortunately that trip hasn't eventuated yet...Sorry I can't help. There would be others for sure who would have some advice for you. Cheers, Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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