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
Daiwa TD Black MQ
Words & Images: Sammy Leys At the beginning of summer, I was handed the new Daiwa TD Black MQ reel to review. This is a
Adusta Zacrawl SC
Words & Images: Max Williams Adusta is a relatively new Japanese lure company (established in 2017) that produces high-quality, original and equally effective lures. Only
Tica Dynaspin GH
I have never used a Tica reel before and when the distributor handed over the new DynaSpin GH over I was keen to give it
Samaki Redic Jerkbait
With the growing fishing pressure on impoundment lakes along the east coast of Queensland, catching barramundi is getting more and more difficult. However, using more
Daiwa Saltist MQ
New for 2021, the Daiwa Saltist MQ has been updated and welcomes new technology such as a monocoque body, ABS Long Cast spool and a
Vexed Bottom Meat
Moving from Victoria to Western Australia four years ago offered up a whole new world of fishing. A huge range of new locations, species and
Tokuryo Line Lab Casting Pro 8
If you’ve never heard of Tokuryo Line Lab you can be forgiven. It’s new to Australia but was established in 1983 in Taiwan and has
Shimano Saragosa
The Shimano Saragosa has always been a solid reputable reel for offshore anglers and the latest model has again hit the mark. The Saragosa delivers
Pro Lure Fishtail
It is no secret that some of my favourite lures are paddle-tail soft plastics. Many a Sunshine Coast tackle shop would verify this as truth
Penn Slammer IV & Regiment Black Ops II
I started running Penn Slammer Live Liners in 2015 as my snapper bait outfits. I was sent one for review and liked it so much