Category: Cornerstone

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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 ...

Best fishing rig for coral trout

June 7, 2020 Gear, Tackle, Knots Tropical Reef Structure Specialists (Coral Trout or USA Grouper)

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 ...

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. ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...