St Croix Avid Panfish
While St. Croix rods aren’t exactly a household name in Australia, I believe they soon will be based off the model I just reviewed. Juro
Evergreen Ultra Sledge
As dedicated anglers, we’re always on the lookout for high-end gear that can give us an edge on the fish while at the same time
Shimano Bantam BT Enber
Since the launch of Shimano’s Flash Boost system for its Sephia squid jig range, anglers have been thinking about how effective the design would be
Shimano Sedona FJ
Words & Images: Dean Norbiato I have been a fan of the Shimano Sedona nameplate for close to two decades. I first encountered them, while
Tokuryo Line Lab Finesse Game x4
Words & images: Dylan Brennan While Tokuryo aren’t yet a household name for some anglers, they produce some fantastic lines for a variety of fishing.
Black Magic Sunakku Jig
Words & Images: Colby Lesko Tai Kabura jigs are a Japanese design that’s over 200 years old. Tai means snapper and these jigs were designed
Yo-Zuri Hydro Monster Shot
By Colby Lesko The Yo-Zuri Hydro Monster Shot certainly has an incredible-sounding name but does it live up to it? This long-casting stickbait is a
Humminbird Apex
I have been running Humminbird multi-function displays since 2014 and have owned each model to come out over almost a decade. Each time they release
Daiwa’s New Lure Range
Daiwa is renowned as a world leader for its outstanding rods and reels. While this Japanese tackle giant has always delved into other sectors of
Amegari S&P Series Lures
The new Amegari S&P range features its first collection of ABS plastic production offshore lures. Amegari is known for incredible hand-crafted wooden poppers and stickbaits,
Shimano Miravel
Shimano’s range of inshore spinning reels needs no introduction. Reels such as the Stella, Sustain, Stradic and Sienna have all been stalwarts in anglers’ arsenals
Daiwa 23 Airity
Upon the Airity’s release the only spec I really took note of was how light it was (super-light at 150g) and I put the pressure
Versus Meiho Tackle Storage
In 2014 I first visited Japan for the Osaka tackle show. It was three days of viewing amazing tackle without being able to buy any
Shimano Exsence Strong Assassin
There’s no question that the jerkbait was the first style of lure to gain worldwide attention. Invented in the mid-1930s, it has since evolved to
Eagle Claw Circle Baitholder
The circle hook is widely used to target many different species with both live and dead baits. I use many different brands of circle hook
Megabass SuWitch
I was recently given the opportunity to fish one of the more innovative lures I’ve seen in quite a while – the Megabass SuWitch. It’s
Evergreen Sea Drive Rattlin’ Bone
Targeting trophy-sized flathead on swimbaits and glidebaits has quickly become one of the most popular methods of fishing along the east coast of Australia. However,
Black Magic BMax 70
While Black Magic might distribute its products globally, its home base is in New Zealand, home to some of the best trout fishing in the
Daiwa Presso Rod & Reel
Words: Kosta Linardos I’m a big fan of dedicating outfits to a specific species and technique. This isn’t something everyone has the luxury of doing
Hayabusa Snapper Flasher Rigs
Flasher rigs have been around in some form for a long time; how long, no one really knows, but anglers have been tying fly materials
Shimano Curado DC 200
Words & Images: Dean Norbiato From its customary electric purr to a similar size and bulletproof casing, the Shimano Curado DC 200 HG is near-identical
Fins Finesse Monofilament
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos Fins are obviously known for their braid; they were one of the first companies to bring braid to the mass
Daiwa Free Swimmer BR
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos I think it was in the early 90s when I owned a Daiwa spin reel with a Bite’N’Run or free
Gosen Answer Egi Braid
Much like a reel, there isn’t a lot that separates a good egi braid from any other good braid. When targeting squid, abrasion resistance isn’t
Banax Ionix Light 2500
Regarding specs, there isn’t much that a reel needs to make it a good egi reel. The main three features are size (2500 or 3000),
X-Braid FC Absorber 
When it comes to leaders there are two primary leader types – monofilament and fluorocarbon. Both have their pros and cons but as a simple
Bait Junkie Risky Critter
I’m going to start the review by claiming that the Daiwa Risky Critter is the best soft plastic of 2022 so far. I know that
Daiwa 22 TD Zero
The new TD Zero range for 2022 has just started hitting stores and and while the starting price of $299 is the same as the
Daiwa TD Sol MQ
The TD Sol is the latest edition to the dynasty of Daiwa Sol reels. The new 21 Sol MQ range features 5 models from 2000S
Shimano Expride
We were sent the new Expride rods in early March of this year, long before for their official release with instructions from Shimano that we
Bluewater Bullet Bait
Words & Images: Colby Lesko The Bluewater Bullet Bait is one sexy-looking lure. It’s the one that catches your eye as soon as you walk
Molix Jerk 140
Words & Images: Colby Lesko I was recently sent the Molix Jerk 140 to review. It’s a flat-sided sinking stickbait but you could be forgiven
Yo-Zuri 3D Inshore Twitch Bait
The world of saltwater stickbaits is vast and varies in price and quality, from poorly built models that are best left in a bargain bin
Shimano Bantam Lures
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos Shimano are obviously known for their rods, reels and other accessories, but aside from a few great stickbaits and squid
Daiwa Revelry 
Words: Sam Leys Images: Sam Leys & Kosta Linardos Having recently reviewed Daiwa’s new TD Black MQ 2500 and being so impressed with it, I
Flambeau Max Rigging Box
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos Tackle storage is an essential part of keeping your gear organised and protected. A disorganised tackle system can cost you
Molix Glide 178
Words : Colby Lesko Images: Colby Lesko and Stuart Pentin While the Molix 178 Glide has been developed for big bass in the US, like
X Braid Olltolos Zone Finesse
Words & Images: Lee Rayner The new X Braid Olltolos Zone Finesse from world-renowned manufacturer YGK is just one of many braids in a range
Tokuryo Monster Pro Braid
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos This is the second line we’ve had in for review from Tokuryo. For those who have missed any of the
Shimano Nasci FC
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos Shimano keeps its inshore spin reel line-up simple these days; the range is still vast with 17 different models, but
Black Magic Hyperglide 13X
Words & Images: Kosta Linardos Black Magic are well renowned and respected for a number of products, such as hooks, pre-made rigs, skirted lures and