Hi all
Sorry for the delay after much consideration I wish to advise that the overall winner for the Fishy Tales & Memorable competition was awarded to the following entry congratulations
Sammy you will be contacted with arrangements on how to receive your $200 Gift Voucher from our Sponsor
« Reply #6 on: March 17, 2009, 04:15:00 AM » Quote Modify Remove Split Topic
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Well, after three years, thousands upon thousands of dollars on boats and tackle... 5 LOST marlin.. i finally got the job done on the weekend
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A little story of my efforts last weekend, two up in my little seafarer with 25kn of NE'r...
Chris and i hit Jervis Bay for a boys weekend with the intention to fish non stop. Given the recent hot action it was almost a sure thing, unlike the recent Interclub which saw the usually productive grounds of Port Stephens shut down completely. The weather was predicted to blow up in the afternoon so we hit the ramp at 8.30 with the intention of fishing until the Ne'r blew up then come home.
Bait was scarce so we stuck to pulling lures in the rough conditions. After working north we went wide, then back to the kink where at 2.30 we decided the wind was strong enough and we would make our way back in. We announced out intentions to another mate fishing over the radio, as soon as i put the handset down the short rigger popped and the ratchet on the 50 screamed into life with 15kg line pouring off it. Chris did an awesome job of clearing the lines and setting chase after the fish. It was a decent stripe that gave a great show, jumps.. cartwheels and some window wiping action to try and dislodge the evil cocky that did the damage..
After about 35 minutes and a number of close calls we had the fish boatside and the tag in! my first marlin capture! the fish was a 230cm short length which works out to be approximately 85kg. After a high five and some carrying on we set sail for home and a celebratory beer after an awesome day! Chris was awesome as the skipper, deckie, wire and tag man so i owe my sucess to his skill and effort! cheers mate its great to have the monkey off my back.. even better to have done it on my own boat !
Cheers Warnie
