FISHING BLOG
Since 2013 we’ve created hundreds of informative fishing blogs using Ryan’s thirty years of guiding experience. From knots to fish finders, from travel adventures to fishing tips, refine your search by:
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I’m Hooked – Fish hook accidents
June 23, 2020
Miscellaneous Fishing RMF News
Earlier this year, after 30 years on charter I had MY FIRST EVER fish hook accident. For those not on social media, here is a ...
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Best fishing rig for coral trout
When bottom bashing over heavy structure, the best fishing rig for coral trout in my opinion, is a free running rig. What fishing rig to ...
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Electric motor support bracket
May 28, 2020
Boating tips Miscellaneous Fishing
After years watching my electric motor bash the deck when we hit chop, I’m surprised I never thought to add an electric motor support bracket. ...
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Custom Boat Pros and Cons
April 23, 2020
A bit of everything Boating tips
Late last year we ordered a custom built boat from BMENQ in Cairns. We sold the good old barra boat when I retired from charters ...
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Lizard Island
April 2, 2020
Nearshore Islands/Bays/Headlands (Snapper, Jewfish, Fingermark, Dhufish) Travelling Australia
Back in the days before COVID-19 we decided to go to Lizard island for a couple of weeks. The Lizard Island area of the Great ...
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What Sounder Should I Buy? Why The Transducer Matters MOST!
February 13, 2020
A bit of everything Sounders / Fish Finders
Myth buster. Don't ask "What sounder should I buy?" Instead ask "What transducer will suit me best?" Then choose a matching unit. More hacks in ...
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Fishing as a hobby has amazing benefits
January 30, 2020
A bit of everything RMF News
Fishing as a hobby has some amazing benefits, which is why I have always encouraged my kids to come fishing with me! Hoping they will ...
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Storms at sea in small boats – real life stories
January 16, 2020
A bit of everything Offshore fishing tips
Last week on our return to Cairns from holidays, we were caught unawares by an electrical storm at sea. One minute it was just wind ...
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Making memories fishing with kids
November 28, 2019
Barra Fishing Tips Land-based
Fishing with kids is both challenging and hilarious. Earlier this year we did a delightful blog post with our 7 year old neighbor Mason. We ...
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Online fishing courses – Living the Dream
November 14, 2019
A bit of everything Finding Wonky Holes
Would you believe it’s almost the end of the year again! It sure does fly by as you age. Which is why we like to ...
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Offshore fishing for sailfish
October 31, 2019
Miscellaneous Fishing Travelling Australia
Sailfish are a stunning fish and one of the world’s most highly regarded sportsfish. They are super fast, can attain speeds of up to 70 ...
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Fishing Reel cleaning and maintenance
October 17, 2019
A bit of everything Gear, Tackle, Knots
Today I’m going to cover an often overlooked aspect to your fishing, namely rod and reel cleaning and maintenance. As a charter boat skipper for ...
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