It's time for all things new

by Jarrod Day on 20 Aug 2013 It is certainly an exciting time of year for angler’s right around the country and while the August/September period may be the beginning of the Victorian snapper season and subsequently the prime time for pelagics in the northern states, it is the release of all things new to fishing that I really get excited about.

A few weeks ago I mentioned the Australian Fishing Tackle Association (AFTA) trade show was being launched at the Gold Coast. Well, this will all begin next week and with all the major brands showing off all things new, I can’t wait to get my grubby little hands on some of the latest and most innovative gear available.

A few things that quickly spring to mind is the long awaited release of the Cranka Crab. For those into bream and estuary fishing, these little morsels are set to add a whole new dimension to estuary fishing.

The Cranka Crab is just that, a hard body crab imitation lure with soft flexible arms designed to mimic the very actions of a real crab that estuary species just can’t resist.

The Cranka Crab has interchangeable tunsten weights of 3.9g or 5.9g, is 18mm across the shell, has a real defensive crab action and is slow sinking to replicate the true personal of a live crab.

To find out more, visit Cranka lures

Other than that, another style of lures set for the tackle store shelves is the Berkley 'Squiddo'. The Squiddo is the next generation of slow jig. Combining the essential elements of slow jigs and taking them to the next level with the infusion of Gulp or Powerbait scented soft baits. Utilising a unique center-spring, your scented soft baits can be firmly attached under the skirt, which not only adds scent but also action to the entire bait.

For those heading offshore in search of snapper and other reef species, this lure is going to be deadly. I just can’t wait to get out and use it.

Just when you thought cleaning calamari couldn’t get easier, it now can with the 'Squidezy'. These three plastic tools can help you clean calamari with ease and in just a few seconds, you too can be eating a bunch of fresh calamari right from the plate you cleaned them on.

While there will be plenty more to play with, I will keep you all as updated on the newest and most innovative things over the coming weeks, until then we hope you enjoy this week’s article line up.

Gary Brown hits up one of Australia’s most brutal sportsfish and describes how live baiting for kingfish around Sydney is very effective.

Lee Brake takes a stroll to the secluded and tranquil St Helens Beach in north Queensland. One of the states little hidden gems, it delivers some mind blowing scenery and fishing to boot.

Carl Hyland takes a look back at offshore fishing for flathead and how easily accessible these tasty morsels are. Carl explains that while fishing for flathead is a lot of fun, they are easily caught by anglers of all levels of ability.

Shane Murton takes a look at deep water bottom bouncing and finds that the humble nannygai is very tasty on the plate.

There is an unwritten law amongst the game fishing fraternity that when it comes to targeting such a highly prized fish of the sea, no cost is spared. While this can be incorporated into every aspect of the sport, first time game anglers should pay particular attention to this so called 'law' when choosing their terminal tackle. Terminal Tackle is vital in fishing and I explain, there is no substitute for quality.

We hope you enjoy!

Until next week, Jarrod Day, Fishingboating-world.com editor