Fishing Victoria Forum

Clearance is going to be your downfall.
Put in a lift kit and its a different story

Maybe look at something around 4.5 meres with a canopy. At least they will have a bit of shelter. I have had the savage safari 455 and they arfe a great boat for the bay

I hope you enjoy your stay in Portland. This is how I see your trip panning out. Take the littlies to the end of the new pier on the right hand side with chicken for bait and they will have a ball on the small pinkies, whiting flathead etc.. Then when its bedtime for them, you head to the breakwall ...

I have machined an old race slightly smaller than the hubs and it makes punching out the old race a piece of pi5s

Andrews, I have purchased many boats over the last 25 years and with my experiences, i believe that budget you have to cover the requirements you are after may be a bit of a struggle for a half decent vessel. Maybe something with an older 2 stroke. When I think about the types of fishing you like do...

If it doesnt fit into a back pack then you dont need it... maybe look into making a cart out of one of the bunnings style garden carts, fits an esky and you can mount rod holders on the side to carry your rods. Pneumatic tyres also good for the sand

If he is new to boating I'd be learning the ropes in PPB first. WPB is a whole different beast that needs respecting

If your rod snapped its one of 3 things. 1. You are high sticking the rod when the fish wants to run 2. Even though you are saying the fish is taking line, the drag is too tight 3. Sh!t rod You shouldnt need to use any more than 12 lb mono as mainline if the drag is set right. Dont worry about braid...