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CHOOSING THE

RIGHT SWIMBAIT
When I’m choosing a swimbait I like
to keep in mind the average size of my
local mullet or any other bait source
I’m setting out to imitate. I like my
baits to be in the 150-250mm size class
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Á DW WDLO RU \HOORZ H\HG PXOOHW , DOVR
like my chosen swimbaits to impart
their own action so bibbed hybrids
and multi-jointed bibless swimbaits
are my go-to baits.
I’ve found a simple slow roll to be
the best technique for undoing a XOS
Mulloway. Often the lifelike action of
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for the mullet to school behind your
offering, often only turning away as
your lure is lifted out of the water.

OUTFITS AND COMBOS

Here’s some things you may want to consider when
you’re in the market for the perfect big bait slinging
rod and reel.
• Choose a rod with the correct weight rating to suit
the baits you plan to hurl. Always lean toward over
compensating so the task is easier rather than
pushing the rods casting limits.
• In my opinion, a longer butt length is essential for
obtaining maximum casting distance, on top of that
it feels nice and comfortable under the arm during
the long sessions.
• Choose a reel that is built for the task, always
spend as much as you can afford on your reel, there
is a lot of strain put on the internals of a reel when
casting such heavy baits so skimping out when
buying a reel isn’t a good idea.
• Purchase a reel that holds at least 200m of 30lb
braid, and steer clear of high speed ratios.
• I find the 200 - 300 sized overhead reels to be
well suited.

When you get a fi sh like this, all
those long nights are worth it!

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