Hooked Up Feb 165 2026

The February edition of Hooked Up is out in stores now. This issue puts the spotlight on kingfish, with a strong focus on jigging — a proven, simple and highly effective way to target these hard-fighting fish and a great place to start if you’re keen to tangle with them.

We then head north to chase barra without the use of LiveScope. There’s nothing wrong with the tech, but not everyone has it or wants it, so we break down how to find and catch big fish in QLD impoundments and rivers using time-tested, old-school techniques.

Back down south, a diehard cod angler skips opening weekend to throw topwater for bass — and he’s very glad he did.

We also review the new Shimano Nasci FD and round out the mag with a stack of fresh product releases.

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