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06 Aug 2019

Beach Pilchard Rig

Pilchards are without doubt one of the most highly sought after baitfish going 'round. Seriously, almost everything eats them.

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06 Aug 2019

Bimini Twist Knot

The bimini twist is used to create a strong loop that can be employed as a double-line leader to which another leader can be attached via a loop-to-loop connection.

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22 Oct 2019

Bite Trace

Learn how to rig a bite trace to ward off all those toothy critters

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22 Jan 2019

Cato Reef with Sammy

Check out our latest offshore adventure! The lads headed out to Cato Reef to tangle with some absolute monsters!

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05 Aug 2019

AG Chain Knot

Not as publicised as many of the other terminal fishing knots, the AG Chain is a sport fisher's secret weapon.

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19 Oct 2022

Attaching braid to your spool

Learn how to spool up a new reel with braid. Without the braid slipping.

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08 Jul 2019

Bait ball Snapper Action

It can't be this easy can it!? Sammy gets stuck into some Solid Snapper that decided to school up right around the boat!

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03 Oct 2019

Barra Season Checklist

Nige Webster runs us through all the gear you need to land a Barra as well as some cracking hints and tips. Fish on!

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09 Feb 2023

Best Lures for Catching Australian Bass

Here's 5 lures no Aussie Bass Fisho should be without

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13 May 2020

Braid Or Mono? Which one is right for you?

Have you ever been caught in the fishing line aisle, new reel in hand, completely stumped at the difference between all the types of lines currently hanging on the shelf?

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29 Apr 2020

Bread & Butter Fishing

Sammy takes us back to where it all began, 'back to the basics'. Chasing bread and butter species such as Bream, Whiting & Flathead using the old faithful bait fishing techniques . Check it out!

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25 Aug 2022

Black bream edge fishing tactics and tips

Nige Webster shares some of the best techniques and tactics to get you amongst the bream.

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23 Oct 2019

Brisbane Local Fishing Action

What better way to start the morning than to hit up the local in search of a feed while trying a variety of methods!

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22 Oct 2019

Casting a Prawn Net

Catching a feed of prawns with a net is not only super-efficient, but damn rewarding, particularly when you land the net right in the sweet spot.

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30 May 2019

Caring for your cast net

Is your net still casting as well as when you bought it? If not try this hack to get it throwing like it's new

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03 Jul 2019

Catch & Cook Prawns

Sammy shows us how to take your prawns from the cast net to the cooktop.

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08 Jan 2018

How to catch Snapper using bait

We explore the various techniques for catching Snapper on bait...

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27 Sep 2022

Changing a rod tip

Need a new rod tip fitted and not 100% sure how to DIY? Check out this quick and easy how to guide.

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24 May 2021

Fishing Line Buyers Guide

All you need to know when choosing a new fishing line.

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19 Feb 2021

Choosing the right spin reel

Choosing the right spinning reel for fishing is important, to not only balance your outfit, but to give yourself the best chance to reel in whatever you hook up to.

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04 Jul 2019

Knowing how to correctly clean a squid in preparation for cooking is an essential skill for every seafood lover to know. It's a very simple process that transforms a whole, intact squid into a ready to cook squid tube. From there, the possibilities are endless, calamari, salt and pepper squid,

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04 Jul 2019

Dispatching & Bleeding Fish

Some people fish for pleasure. Others fish to eat. A lot of anglers fish for both. Regardless of your motivations for fishing, you should treat your catch with the respect it deserves.

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05 Mar 2021

DIY Flashy Gangs

Are you looking for a way to pimp up your pilchard rig for next time you are on the water?

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04 Aug 2022

Drift Rigging Trout

Nige Webster reflects on 20 years of trout flies, spin gear and spawn run fish, and finds that 'drift rigging' is still is as effective and engaging as it was two decades ago

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10 Jul 2019

Fast Jigging Tutorial

Fast jigging can take a little time to master, but once you get the hang of it, it's a seriously deadly technique on a wide-range of offshore species.

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17 Jul 2019

FG Knot

The FG knot has seriously taken the sport fishing world by storm and much of that comes down to its strength and slim profile.

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10 Jul 2019

Filleting Snapper

Snapper can be tricky customers to fillet and many a botch job has been observed on a boat ramp cleaning table. It isn't a task worth fearing though, as it isn't as hard as you think.

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10 Oct 2020

Fish handling practices

Here are a few handy tips & tricks for releasing your catch in the best possible condition.

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25 Feb 2021

Fishing crankbaits for bream

Looking for crankbaits to kickstart your deep water bream missions? Check out BCFs range here.

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13 Jan 2022

Fishing the edges for Golden Perch

They look good, fight relatively hard and happen to inhabit the south-east corner of Australia which is where a big portion of us live.

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08 Jan 2018

Fishing Reel Maintenance for Salt Water Reels

Here is a step by step list to ensure your pride and joy is with you for many more sessions to come...

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09 Mar 2021

Fishing weedless lures

Weedless lure presentations are the key to unlocking snag-dwelling species in a range of environments. Nige Webster shares some tips for getting you into the weedless game.

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13 May 2020

Floatlining Rig

Floatlining is one of the simplest methods of bait fishing. It's also deadly on a wide variety of species, from demersals like snapper to marauding pelagics.

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17 Oct 2020

Gear up for your next adventure

This is what it's all about! Getting back to basics in fishing paradise. Check out the latest BCFing adventure from our mates at Back 2 Basics-Adventures.

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10 Jan 2019

Gorge Cod Hiking Trip

Sammy and the lads head in-land on a trekking mission in search of the mighty Cod.

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03 Jul 2019

Hike-in Fishing

Sammy runs us through the essential kit to take with you when you're heading on a hike-fishing adventure.

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08 Jan 2018

Metal Lures

Metal lures look pretty simple, but choosing the correct one for the target species is key....

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03 Jul 2019

Hook Sharpening 101

Whether your hook points have become blunt overtime or you're finding they aren't as sharp as you'd like straight out of the packet, there's a trick or two to getting them razor sharp.

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04 Jun 2019

Throw a cast Net

An essential part of a Fishos know-how is mastering the cast net throw.

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09 Feb 2023

How to catch Australian salmon

Here's how to catch an Aussie salmon!

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10 Jan 2019

How to Catch Mackerel

Want to get your arms streched by a monster Mackerel? Check out this video for all the expert tips from Nige Webster

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17 May 2022

How to catch Redfin Perch

Chasing redfin is sure to leave a smile on your dial.

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18 Nov 2020

How to catch shallow water snapper on lures

Chasing snapper in the shallows is not only effective but highly addictive. Nige Webster runs through what you need to know to start your shallow water snapper journey.

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09 Mar 2021

How to fish the tides for flathead

Nige Webster explains how to fish the tides to great effect when chasing flathead.

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08 Jan 2018

How to use Burley

When there's burley in the water, the fish aren't far away...

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23 Oct 2019

Lake Copeton Murray Cod Action

Lake Copeton is a renown Murray cod fishery located on the outskirts of Inverell, NSW. It's notorious for sending anglers home empty handed or, with a trophy sized cod to their name. Sammy and Colby get stuck into some monsters! Check it out.

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03 Jul 2019

Leila's Lure Retrieval

Check out Leila's nifty lure retrieval hack. May come in handy next time you find those dirty snags!

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25 Aug 2022

Live Baiting Snapper

Nige Webster suggests live bait is a good way to go when the bite gets tough.

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13 May 2020

Livebaiting for Pelagics

Fishing with live baits is deadly on a range of species with the pelagic family particularly fond of a free swimming bait or two.

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31 Aug 2021

How to Make Your Lures Last

Sick of your lures and tackle corroding away when not in use? Check out Sammy's handy little tip to make sure your gear lasts a lifetime.

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23 Oct 2019

Mixed Bag Fishing Action

Sometimes you just have to get on the water and get stuck into whatever is on the chew. Join Sammy Hitzke as he fishes solo and nails a mixed bag of kingies, pearlies, snapper and a few other tasties.

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12 Jul 2019

Murray Cod Tactics

Sammy runs us through all the gear and lures needed to chase the iconic Murray Cod

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13 Feb 2020

Off The Grid With The Badger

The man, the myth, the legend Nick "Honey Badger" Cummins is heading "Off the Grid" to explore the remote and picturesque Kimberley region.

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17 May 2021

Off The Grid With The Badger Season 2 - Arnhem Land

The lads check out some top-notch scenery by four-by, in the tinnie and on the 'hoof' with nothing but the bare essentials.

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17 Jan 2023

Planning a barra trip

Nige Webster looks at some of the best places to catch an impoundment barra in Queensland.

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15 Jul 2022

Beginners guide to trout fishing

Lyndsay from Hipcamp takes us through her top tips for landing a trout

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27 Sep 2022

Unsticking 2 piece rods

Our mate Sammy will show you a quick trick on how to get a stuck 2 piece rod apart.

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30 Jan 2021

Hopping soft plastic prawns for barramundi

Nige Webster discusses the merits of understanding current shadows and using a passive lure type and flexible weight system when hitting barramundi staging locations.

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10 Mar 2021

Preparing your boat for fishing

It may be a part of your fishing routine already but for those who have had the misfortune of losing a fish to a messy boat, this ones for you! Our good mate Leila runs us through some key tips & tricks on preparing your boat for a days fishing. Check it out.

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08 Jan 2018

Reel Hints and Tips

Here are some tips to help you choose the right reel for your particular style of fishing...

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06 Aug 2019

Rigging a Ganged Pilchard

Fishing pilchards on a set of gang hooks not only ensures maximum hook up but perfect presentation too.

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07 Apr 2020

Rigging Weedless Plastics

Our good mate Lelia is back with another cracker 'How to' video. Rigging a weedless soft plastic can be a bit tricky. Leila shows us just how it's done! Check it out.

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08 Jan 2018