Read about all the fishing tackle and cool stuff the Fishing World team has tried and tested!


DVD Review: Adventure Bound

THIS twin-pack DVD features more than two hours of solid fishing action covering all the bases from basic estuary sportfishing to hard-core tropical “dream” fishing.

Azusa AES6101L

Azusa AES6101L SWARMS of small pelagics usually turn up every summer in Sydney Harbour. This past season was no exception.

Costa Del Mar sunglasses

I STILL recall my first fishing sunnies. They were big, round, and had funny-looking leather sun shields on the side. Sunglasses have come a long way since then, both in appearance and lens technology.

TESTED: Ultimate UL-100 AGM battery

Marine batteries are one item that people install, forget about and curse in the event of subsequent failure or premature death. A good quality marine battery is a critical element in any boat...

A Few Great Flies...And How To Fish Them

Well-known fly fishing author and TV presenter Peter Morse packs a wealth of fly fishing knowledge inside this book.

Shimano TwinPower FC

IF I was stranded on a deserted island, and I could choose one fishing outfit to aid in my survival, it would definitely be the versatility of a mid-sized threadline outfit.

Shimano Tiralejo Surf Rod

A LITTLE while ago I was in the market for a new surf rod. Living down in SA means I do a fair bit of beach fishing – mainly targeting salmon and school mulloway from the surf. What I was after was a light surf rod that would suit flicking lures for salmon, plus some bait fishing for our school jew.

SIMMS Rivershed wading boots

THE name Simms is synonymous with quality fishing apparel. In fact, many in the professional guiding scene who virtually live in their fishing clobber for an entire season will only use Simms due to the demanding nature of their work

TESTED: Platypus Superbraid 2lb/8lb

I HAVE been using the lighter 2lb and 8lb lines as a long term test on a couple of single handed threadline outfits...

Fishing on Auto

Minn Kota’s new i-Pilot electric motor system is about to make boat fishos’ lives a whole lot easier. Roderick Walmsley reports.

Fishing Classics by Ossie Emery and Ron Calcutt - Click here for larger version:

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Now the whole family can get Ugly!

WE know them as a very "blokey" Australian sunglass brand who produce high quality, affordable eyewear and eye safety products, but don't let it be said that the crew at Ugly Fish Eyewear don't have a sensitive side...