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Shiner
The all new Atomic Shiner is a range of lures designed with a tight wobble and roll action that is ideal for trolling the shallow water for flathead, whiting, bream and a host of other estuary species. The 65mm lure is perfect as a trolled lure for flathead and dives to 2.5m, putting it right in the zone where flathead like it. Weighing 7.3g, it can also be cast and slow rolled back to the boat over the shallows and weed banks to entice fish. The 45mm and 60mm models are suspending, so pauses and subtle twitches near structure will work as well as a steady retrieve and it is often these pauses and twitches that force a flathead to strike. They are available is a variety of flathead enticing natural colours, the range of Atomic Shiner lures will be an important part of your flathead fishing arsenal. Price: SRP $15.95 www.atomiclures.com.au
Savage
3D Prey
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The Savage Gear 3D Prey series has models aimed at bream, bass, flathead, barramundi, mangrove jack, trevally, mulloway, tailor and Australian salmon. This suspending hardbody is designed to be fished effectively using a number of techniques. Running to depths between 2ft and 6ft, the 3D Prey is at its best when a twitch and pause retrieve is employed, allowing the lure to suspend slowly into structure which holds predatory species. With Savage’s integrated long cast system and tournament trebles and components, the 3D Prey comes in a number of colours and sizes, making it an extremely versatile hard lure for all conditions. Sizes currently available are 50mm, 65mm, 71mm and 95mm, and you can check them out at your nearest BCF store. Price: RRP $14.99 www.bcf.com.au
TiCA
Cetus GV800
TiCA has released this fantastic mini spin reel that is sure to be a hit with the ultra light sports fishing brigade. The Cetus GV800 is a little reel crammed full of features. It features an aluminium spool, computer balanced rotor, one way clutch, instant anti reverse, solid aluminium bail wire and 4 (RRB) Rust Resistant Bearings. This smooth little reel also features a micronic clicking drag for precise adjustment. The Cetus GV800 will be ideal for estuary anglers who want a small reel to balance up on an ultra light rod. Price: RRP $79.99 www.jurofishing.com
Lively sign of the times
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Long established Australian lure manufacturer Lively Lures has made the difficult decision to reduce the number of retailers it supplies with its popular range of lures. Instead the company will now sell directly to the public through their brand new online store. In 1987 owner of Lively Lures Alan Dolan saw a need for a quality, tough and durable hardbodied fishing lure that would withstand the harsh treatment Australian fish can dish out. 40 JANUARY 2014
Rather than work with a two part plastic lure, Alan decided to travel a different path and use polyurethane which provides a stronger end product that is solid bodied with all components built in. This gives the angler a lure that will stay together and swim even if it has been punctured by sharp teeth. This makes them unique. It has been very gratifying for Alan over this long period to receive positive feedback from the general public stating that he did in fact go down the correct path. Alan hopes that you too will enjoy catching your favourite species on one of his many models in your home waters. Alan said that going online was the only way his company could move forward in light of the cheap imports flooding the Australian market at the moment. The positive side of this move is that Lively Lures will be competitively priced to customers purchasing online and the best way Lively Lures can even up the playing field in the current economic climate, especially for those keen to get their hands on the number one flathead trolling lure, the Micro Mullet. Price: from $11 www.livelyluresonline.com.au
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RTX Pro
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Predominately constructed of our C-40X elongated carbon fibre material, Okuma’s RTX Pro delivers a 25% reduction in weight and 50% increase in strength over traditional graphite reels of a comparable class, drastically reducing body flex commonly found in lesser reels. Internally the RTX Pro features a custom, multi-disc carbonite drag stack with Hydro Bloc watertight seal; and a 7HP bearing system with quick-set anti-reverse. Okuma’s EOS aluminium gearing is incorporated to increase smoothness, longevity, and to assist in achieving additional weight reduction on top of the impressive C-40X construction. Additionally Okuma has fitted these reels with a durable one-piece aluminium bail wire, a machined two-tone aluminium spool and a practical lightweight EVA handle knob. As with all Okuma reels, the RTX Pro comes complete with a Lifetime Guarantee and will serve you well in all of your flathead trolling endeavours. Price: SRP $219.95 www.okuma.com.au
Abu
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Vantage
The Vantage has been developed with cutting edge technology for added strength and durability. The new design is precision engineered for a balanced feel, with 30 ton graphite that utilizes advanced IntraCarbon technology. IntraCarbon technology uses very thin layers of multidirectional carbon fibres within the construction of the blank. These layers increase the rod’s compression strength, making it less susceptible to failure when the rod is put under intense loads. The 30 Ton rating indicates a superior grade of graphite. The result is a lighter rod with increased sensitivity. The higher the tonnage, the stiffer the fibres used; stiffer fibres more efficiently transmit vibrations to your hand so you can feel more strikes. Other features include Advanced Casting System (ACS) guides to minimise casting knots with braid or mono, split grip high density EVA handle design with ventilated rear grip for balance and feel, and IPS style reel seat. There are 11 spin models and 2 baitcast models, ranging from the VNTG602LSP (6’0”, 2-piece, 2-4kg line rating) through to the VNTG591BCMH (5’9”, 1-piece, 8-10kg rating). Price: RRP $99 www.abugarcia-fishing.com.au
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