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2013 Certate has arrived.

by Bradley 20th Apr 2013

The 2013 Certate has arrived and will be shipped to stores soon. The 2013 Certate’s in sizes 2004, 2500 and 3012 have arrived, the other sizes will follow soon.
for more information click here

New Agorig Sinkers for Eging coming soon.

by Bradley 5th Apr 2013

New Agorig Sinkers for Eging coming soon.

see more here

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New Emeraldas Nude colours coming soon.

by Bradley 5th Apr 2013

New Emeraldas Nude colors available soon.

see more here.

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Emeraldas 2508PE-H coming soon.

by Bradley 5th Apr 2013

Emeraldas has always been one of Daiwa’s most popular high performance eging reels ever. Over the years it has had several reincarnations and in 2013 the Japanese made Emeraldas 2508PE-H features Magseal, Zaion and Zaion Air Rotor, making it the most technically advanced eging reel ever.

see more here

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Emeraldas Rattle Lures Coming Soon!

by Murray 21st Mar 2013

Emeraldas Rattle

The new Emeraldas Rattle models are truly unique and feature many design innovations that make them one of the most effective jigs available on the market today.

These new lures will be available in late Autumn, until then you can read more about them here >>

New Emeraldas Light Lures!

by Murray 20th Mar 2013

Emeraldas Light RV18

Shallow water squid require a subtle approach and the new Emeraldas Light series is the ideal jig for nervous shallow water eging.

These new lures will be available in late Autumn, until then you can read more about them here >>

New Aird pre mounted combo’s have arrived !

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2012

The new Aird PMC’s have arrived. For more information click here.

New Laguna Reels have arrived !

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2012

The new Laguna spinning reels have arrived. For more information click here.

New Aggrest Reels have arrived !

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2012

The new Aggrest spinning reels have arrived. For more information click here.

New Opus Reels have arrived !

by Bradley 25th Oct 2012

New budget designs have been added to our Opus Spinning Reel range. They are available now and you can read all about them now on the links below.

The Opus Plus E is built on a corrosion resistant graphite frame and packs features that are normally only seen on reels three times its price.

Built to take the rigors of saltwater use, the Opus Plus A is the ideal choice for the beginner angler venturing out into heavier saltwater fishing.

The new Opus Plus BRi features Daiwa’s automatic “bite n run”, this lets a fish take a drifting bait while feeling little or no resistance.

New Aggrest Reels Coming Soon

by Murray 17th Aug 2012

The new Aggrest is Daiwa’s most feature packed reel ever developed for this price range. Its features, durability and ultra smooth performance is second to none. Not only does it feature many of Daiwa’s innovations like Airbail, Twistbuster II, Silent Oscillation and Infinite anti-reverse, but this feature packed reel employs our best designs ever – ABS and Digigear. The Aggrest will be arriving in November, read more about it here.

New Opus Reels!

by Murray 16th Aug 2012

New budget designs have been added to our Opus Spinning Reel range. They will be available from October but you can read all about them now on the links below.

The Opus Plus E is built on a corrosion resistant graphite frame and packs features that are normally only seen on reels three times its price.

Built to take the rigors of saltwater use, the Opus Plus A is the ideal choice for the beginner angler venturing out into heavier saltwater fishing.

The new Opus Plus BRi features Daiwa’s automatic “bite n run”, this lets a fish take a drifting bait while feeling little or no resistance.

New Daiwa Rods!

by Murray 15th Aug 2012

New rod designs are coming soon from Daiwa.

The Gekkabijin AGS Ajing, the ultimate ultra light rod for finesse fishing, utilizing the new AGS technology, will be arriving this Summer.

Daiwa’s range of high performance budget Laguna reels has built an enviable reputation in the past year, and there’s only one way to compliment them, with the new Laguna rods range. Coming in September.

Due in October is the Crosscast 110XH, designed for long distance surf casting.

2012-13 Fishing Tackle Buyers Guide Coming Soon!

by Murray 26th Jul 2012

Our latest Catalogue will be shipping in Late August, pre-order your copy today on our Catalogue Request page.

New Black Label 762 MHFS now available

by Bradley 17th Jul 2012

The Black Label Versatile series has been updated to include the new 762MHFS rod, ideal for long distance casting after large powerful fish.

Check out the Black Label 762MHFS here.

New Presso Iprimi Rods

by Bradley 17th Jul 2012

After a decade of drought the rains returned to trout country across Australia, within months the streams and lakes were flourishing and the trout returned to their former glory. Daiwa realized the need for a specialized stream trout rod range, introducing Presso Iprimi.

The Presso Iprimi rods have arrived about them here.

TDX Rods are back!

by Murray 28th May 2012

It’s been well over a decade since the original TDX rods were released, this year Daiwa Australia is proud to reintroduce a superb range of rods worthy of the X badge.

The TDX range return in August, in the mean time read more about them here.

New Presso Iprimi Rods

by Murray 28th May 2012

The Presso Iprimi rods will be here in July, in the mean time read more about them here.

New MX Ajing Rods

by Murray 28th May 2012

The new MX Ajing Megatop series is a revolution in sensitivity as it takes ultra light fishing to an all new level. It will be arriving late June, in the mean time read more about it here.

New Harrier Rods

by Murray 28th May 2012

The new limited Harrier series is a small range of ultra fast technique specific rods built with some of the finest components available. It will be arriving in September, in the mean time read more about it here.

New Black Label model

by Murray 21st May 2012

The Black Label Versatile series has been updated to include the new 762MHFS rod, ideal for long distance casting after large powerful fish.

Check out the Black Label 762MHFS here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 Episode 10

by Bradley 2nd Feb 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

Episode 10 – The best of Season 3

Join us as we look back at some of the incredible fishing adventures we have had over season 3. From giant Kingfish in New Zealand to Monster Black Bass in New Guinea, the series has been nothing short of amazing. Relive some of the surprises and reactions of our winners as they chase $10,000 worth of fishing gear with the Fishing Addiction challenge.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 Episode 9

by Bradley 25th Jan 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

Episode 9 – Port Stephens, New South Wales

While hosting a family Bar-b-que with friends, this week’s fisherman is Damon from Oak Flats in NSW is taken away on the spot to Port Stephens for a fishing challenge to catch the mighty Marlin. Never doing this sort of fishing before Damon is pushed to his physical limits on some arm stretching fish that just don’t give up. It’s hard core game fishing for a rookie that’s not to be missed.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 Episode 8

by Bradley 20th Jan 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

Episode 8 – Baia, Papua New Guinea part 2

This is the final leg of our fishing expedition to PNG. We chase the highly prized Black Bass in some beautiful freshwater rivers in the shadow of a huge live volcano as well as learn more about the Baia people. This is a magical place that stays with you well after you leave that simply blows away this week’s winner.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 Episode 7

by Bradley 13th Jan 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

Episode 7 – Baia, Papua New Guinea part 1

Be captivated by a great story of courage form our winner this week as he is taken to one of the most beautiful, remote and intriguing destinations in the world. Baia is a remote village virtually unchanged for hundreds of years where the traditional people are extremely happy in their simplicity and the fishing on their door step is hard to believe. Its dynamic blue water action and a taste of the local culture that makes this one of the best Fishing adventures ever.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Emeraldas Nude Debuts

by Bradley 10th Jan 2012

Daiwa Japans Number one premium squid jig range is now available in Australia. The new Emeraldas Nude models are truly unique and feature many design innovations that make it the most effective jig available on the market today.

The Emeraldas Nude is a visual and action jig, its unique lifelike pattern design and smooth body is designed to attract a squid by sight and action. Its smooth body design allows the lure to dart and slide effortlessly through the water, more realistic than any other jig.

The Nude is just not another jig it’s a complete eging system that incorporates accessories to broaden the horizons of this unique jig. Featuring attachment points that are designed to use in conjunction with the Agorig Sinker system and the EG-Snap , this allows for changes in sink speed, depth and angle. By attaching the Agorig sinker to the keel eye the jig will glide slowly at a 30-45 degree angle, but when attached to an EG-Snap the lure will sink rapidly at a 75 degree angle. This is ideal for deep water or fast current situations.

For more information click here.

Emeraldas Boat Debuts

by Bradley 10th Jan 2012

Daiwa Japans Number one premium boat fishing squid jig range is now available in Australia. The new Emeraldas Boat model is truly unique and feature many design innovations that makes it the most effective boat jig available on the market today.

The Emeraldas Boat is all about fishing deep, its unique weight and tow point design allows it to swim deep down without rising up through the water column out of the strike zone. Its central tow point and the slim nose design act like a bib on the lure and actually pulls the lure down deep. The nose is also metal so if it does strike rocks, structure etc it will transmit this directly to the rod.

The Boat is just not another jig it’s a complete eging system that incorporates accessories to broaden the horizons of this unique jig. Featuring attachment points that are designed to use in conjunction with the Agorig Sinker system and the EG-Snap , this allows for changes in sink speed, depth and angle. By attaching the Agorig sinker to the keel eye the jig will glide slowly at a 30-45 degree angle, but when attached to an EG-Snap the lure will sink rapidly at a 75 degree angle. This is ideal for deep water or fast current situations.

The Emeraldas Boat will be available in Australia in early Autumn 2012.

For more information click here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 returns this sunday

by Bradley 7th Jan 2012

The new episodes return this Sunday the 8th at the slightly later time of 9.15am.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 New Years Day Marathon

by Bradley 1st Jan 2012

New Year’s Day will be a bit of a Fishing Addiction 4 hour marathon

08:30 3001 Melville Island

09:25 3002 Tairua

10:20 3004 The Kimberleys

11:10 3005 The Kimberleys Part 2

The new episodes will then return in the Sunday slot (at the slightly later time of 9.15am), with episode 6 airing on Sunday Jan 8th.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

New Black Label Models in Autumn 2012

by Bradley 19th Dec 2011

Three new Black label baitcaster models will be available in Mid autumn 2012. For more information click here.

Fishing Addiction series 3

by Bradley 10th Dec 2011

Mark Bergs Fishing Addiction Series 3 is a fishing reality show the like of which has never been done before in Australia. Each week we surprise a different person with a fishing adventure of a lifetime to some of the most incredible destinations in Australia and overseas. They may be at work, at home with their family or even in their local tackle store when Mark Berg shows up to take them away on the spot to a spectacular destination. In addition to the surprise the winner has the chance to win $10,000 worth of fishing and boating gear based on a challenge we set them. For many fisho’s their fishing dreams become a reality and you’re there for the journey. It’s not just another fishing show it’s a real life fishing adventure. Series 3 will air weekends from November 2011 on the Lifestyle channel.

Fishing Addiction will take a short break and be back soon, but look out for New Years day for the FD marathon.

New Year’s Day will be a bit of a Fishing Addiction 4 hour marathon

08:30 3001 Melville Island

09:25 3002 Tairua

10:20 3004 The Kimberleys

11:10 3005 The Kimberleys Part 2

The new episodes will then return in the Sunday slot (at the slightly later time of 9.15am), with episode 6 airing on Sunday Jan 8th.

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 this Sunday!

by Bradley 2nd Dec 2011

Episode 4 – The Kimberley’s Part 2

Continuing on our adventure across the top of Western Australia in the Kimberley region our winner Corey hooks up on some amazing fish including a Trevally session that is simply insane. With the hardest $10,000 Fishing Addiction challenge ever set Corey is in for the ride of his life with a few incredible discoveries along the way. It’s not just a fishing trip it’s a total wilderness adventure.

The episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Team Daiwa T rods

by Bradley 28th Nov 2011

The new Team Daiwa T rods will be available through BCF stores Australia wide from the middle of December.

For more information click here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 this Sunday!

by Bradley 24th Nov 2011

Episode 4 – The Kimberley’s Part 1

The Kimberley’s in Western Australia has some of the most breath taking scenery in the world not to mention untouched fishing grounds that most fisherman only dream of. This week that dream comes true for a guy called Corey as we surprise him at his work in a produce factory in rural Queensland. This trip covers 6 days of incredible fishing aboard a mother ship with some mind blowing fishing action including a magnificent Sailfish.

The episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 4 – 27th November

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Join Us on Facebook

by Bradley 21st Nov 2011

Join us a on Facebook and get the latest gear updates, fishing news, greatest links plus lots of giveaways! This week were giving away 5 copies of the latest “Fishing DVD” to five lucky Facebook fans.

Join us at Daiwa’s Facebook page

Fishing Addiction series 3 this Sunday!

by Bradley 18th Nov 2011

Episode 2 – Albany Island, Far North Queensland

This episode takes IT worker, Matt, away from his desk and his nine to five job and throws him into a fishing paradise on a tropical island in far north Queensland. From huge Spanish Mackerel, to some crazy Giant Trevally fishing and a massive snake that Mark tries to tame it’s yet another adventure not to be missed.

The episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 3 – 20th November

Ep 4 – 27th November

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of Daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 this Sunday!

by Bradley 11th Nov 2011

Episode 2 – Tairua, New Zealand

This week we surprise Steve, a father of 3 from Warilla in NSW. Steve’s hard at work in a grain terminal when Mark whisks him away on an adventure to one of the best Kingfish grounds in the world. Steve does battle with some monster King’s and almost gets pulled over the side of the boat several times while trying to stop these huge Kiwi fish. It’s a bruising encounter for Steve but one he will never forget.

The first episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 2 – 13th November

Ep 3 – 20th November

Ep 4 – 27th November

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 begins this Sunday!

by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The first episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 1 – 6th November

Ep 2 – 13th November

Ep 3 – 20th November

Ep 4 – 27th November

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Fishing Addiction series 3 begins this Sunday!

by Bradley 1st Nov 2011

The first episode goes to air this Sunday on Lifestyle channel at 8.55am and is repeated on Lifestyle 2+ at 9.55am.

Ep 1 – 6th November

Ep 2 – 13th November

Ep 3 – 20th November

Ep 4 – 27th November

Ep 5 – 4th December

For your chance to get on the show and win $10000 worth of daiwa and BLA gear fill out the questionaire here.

Tournament Master S rods now available.

by Bradley 1st Nov 2011

The new Tournament Master S rod range is now available exclusively from Tackle World stores across Australia.

For more information click here.

Aird has just arrived.

by Bradley 17th Oct 2011

The much anticipated Aird spinning reel series has just landed and will be shipped to stores very soon.

For more information on Aird, please click here.

More Black Label have arrived.

by Bradley 17th Oct 2011

The extremely popular Black Label Technical and Versatile series sold out in the first few days but new stock arrived a few days ago and will be instores early this week.

For more information on the Technical series click here.

For more information on the Versatile series click here.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 13th Sep 2011

The Pro News section has been updated and divided into individual sections for each angler. More updates coming soon from other Pro Staff and new stories/reviews. Click on any of the Pro Staff below to go straight through to their sections.

New Daiwa Freams in stores this week.

by Bradley 22nd Aug 2011

The long awaited Freams will be instores this week. For more information on these reels click here.

New 2011/2012 Daiwa catalogues available now

by Bradley 16th Aug 2011

The new 2011/2012 Daiwa Dealer and tournament catalogues are now available. to recieve your free copies click here.

New Caldia details revealed

by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

Daiwa has always had a long history of innovation, in 2010, Daiwa pioneered the ground breaking technology- Magseal and Air Rotor, a combination that the new set the future standard for all Daiwa spinning reels. Its unparalleled engineering produced Daiwa’s flagship reels – Saltiga and Certate. Now Daiwa expand its innovation with the new Caldia.

Caldia is a new era for Daiwa, an era where the introduction of innovations where Magseal, Air Rotor and Zaion are now available in mid range reels.

For more information click here.

New Airtorque coming soon.

by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

The introduction of the new Airtorque range will set a new standard for delivering high performance rods without high prices. Using the latest carbon design available and by combining 30 tonne carbon with a micro pitch taper, Airtorque delivers an incredibly light and powerful yet amazingly strong blank that will stop literally any light tackle sportfish.

But a blank isn’t everything and that’s why Airtorque employs Fuji’s new alconite “K” guides, these guides dramatically reduce line wrap and improve line speed for faster more accurate casting. Added to this Daiwa uses customized Fuji ACS/VSS reel seats, custom alloy componentry and ultra tough EVA grips, to produce a highly spec’d rod series that has never been available at this price level ever before.

For more information click here.

Emeraldas Colossal 2508

by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

One of Daiwa’s ultimate eging reels, the Emeraldas Colossal has now finished production and Daiwa Australia has just recieved the very last few ever made. To reserve yours, contact your local Daiwa Dealer.

For more information click here.

Exist Hyper Custom 2508 and 3012

by Bradley 26th Jul 2011

Daiwa Australia has just secured and landed the final production of Daiwa’s most prestigious spinning reels , the Exist Hyper Custom. This incredible reel is only available in the 2508 and 3012 models in very limited numbers, so reserve yours now if you want one of the finest reels money can buy.

Features

Real Four
Digitally designed Hyper Digigear II
Silent oscillation II
Twistbuster II
Machine-cut high accuracy air metal housing
11 Anti-rust CRBB ball bearings
Superfine Dura-aluminum machined main shaft
Dustproof body shell
Individually serial numbered
Machine cut engine plate
Rotor brake
Hyper Tournament Drag
2 sealed ball bearing, titanium coated Twist Buster 2 line roller
Ultra duralumin parts
Semi-hard protection case
Washable design
All saltwater friendly.

MODEL

GEAR

RATIO

BALL

BEARINGS

WEIGHT

DRAG

PRESSURE

SPOOL CAPACITY

Exist Hyper 2508

4.8

(71 cm’s)

11 + 1

200

7 kg

150m/8lb, PE 1/200m

Exist Hyper 3012

4.8 (81cm’s)

11 + 1

245

7 kg

150m/12lb, PE 1.5/200m

New Video Section

by Bradley 28th Jun 2011

Daiwa’s new Video section is now up and running.

For more information click here.

New Daiwa Apparel section

by Bradley 15th Jun 2011

The new Daiwa Apparel section is now online, featuring Daiwa’s latest Tournament shirts, Jigging Gloves, Columbia Clothing and Caps.

For more information click here.

This Week on Hooked with Dave Butfield

by Bradley 24th Feb 2011

This week on Hooked Dave takes a step back in time and looks at some of the fantastic locations he’s fished throughout the year. On this show you’ll see monster Kings being caught, giant flathead, black bream, big snapper and so much more also we take a look at some of the great viewers photos that have been sent in to the show.

Hooked with Dave Butfield can be seen on the Aurora TV network. For more information go to www.hookedtv.com.au

The Fishing DVD Issue 22 out now!

by Bradley 10th Feb 2011

The Fishing DVD issue 22 is out now with an awesome array of stories and tips that will keep you entertained for hours.

BANUBANU DREAMING
with Steve Starling & John Haenke

The Fishing DVD visit an extraordinary wilderness retreat located on a tropical island off Gove (Nhulunbuy), on the north east corner of Arnhem Land. The extraordinary fishing action they encounter in these turquoise waters is only exceeded by the hospitality and creature comforts of the camp itself… this one is very special!

AWOONGA BARRA ON FLY
with Peter Morse and Jason Wilhelm

Stocked impoundment barra are perhaps even less predictable than their wild cousins and this makes them a great challenge, especially for fly fishermen. Utilising a range of flies fished at different depths and using a variety of retrieves Peter Morse catches a string of feisty impoundment barra.

KIWI KINGS
with Brad Sissens and friends

Brad Sissens is joined by some of the top fishing reel engineers from Daiwa’s Japanese headquarters for a couple of days of knock-down, drag-out, no-holds-barred tackle testing on the big, green-backed hoodlum kings of Tairua. You have to check this out!

EXPLORING CURTIS ISLAND
with John Haenke & Mark Bargenquast

The crew climb aboard a luxury mothership and head for the waters around Curtis Island, between Gladstone and Rockhampton, to check out some wild and lightly-fished country. Despite wrestling with strong winds, dirty water and unfavourable tides for the first few days, the team hang in there, proving the importance of persistence and ultimately scoring a champagne popper fishing session around the offshore islands, and also includes some great estuary fishing tips as well.

TASSIE TROUT ON PLASTIC
with Steve Starling and Chris Bassano

Starlo joins gun trout guide, Chris Bassano, on a Tasmanian Central Highlands lake in search of wily brown trout using small Squidgy soft plastics and finesse spinning tackle. Their results prove just how incredibly effective this approach can be, even in adverse weather conditions! Great tips on finding fish holding spots and how to overcome weed beds.

For more information click here.

New Eging and Finesse reels just arrived!

by Bradley 10th Feb 2011

The new Emeraldas Infeet 2506 and Gekkabijin MX 2004 have just arrived!

For more information on Emeraldas Infeet click here.

For more information on Gekkabijin MX 2004 click here.

New Eging rods just arrived!

by Bradley 9th Feb 2011

The new Emeraldas Infeet guided version and Liberty Club Eging guided rods have just landed!

For more information on Emeraldas Infeet click here.

For more information on Liberty Club click here.

New Eging Gear available soon.

by Bradley 2nd Feb 2011

Daiwa’s range of new eging gear will land on our shores soon. Check out the latest gear below.

Emeraldas Infeet Rods – click here

Liberty Club Eging Rods – click here

Emeraldas Infeet 2506 reel – click here

Daiwa Japan’s TV show “The Fishing” now online.

by Bradley 21st Jan 2011

The long running Japanese Tv show “The Fishing” is now available to watch on line. Daiwa Japan has been the sponsor of this program for the past 27 years and show cases the latest trends in japanese fishing styles and tackle. If you are interested in whats happening in Japan then you can now go online to - www.fishingch.jp/index.html , click on “The Fishing” icon on the far right of the page. Although the content is in japanese many anglers will find it both interesting and fascinating to watch some of the worlds finest anglers using the most advanced techniques.

New Shinobi Braid

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2010

Great news for those anglers on a tight budget is Daiwa’s latest release due out in stores soon is Shinobi Braid Super PE. This smooth, round profile braid is constructed using PE for improved casting distance and high abrasion resistance. Perfectly suited for spin and baitcaster reels, the Shinobi is a super high visibility yellow braid that is ideal for lure casting applications.

It also comes in a unique dispensing spool, this design allows you to apply tension to the spool when winding onto your reel.

For more information check out Shinobi Braid in our Line section.

This Week on Adventure Bound

by Bradley 19th Oct 2010

This week on Adventure Bound the crew are getting into the squid at Queenscliff in Victoria with the latest Daiwa Emeraldas rods, reels, line and jigs. In an action packed morning Lee Rayner the presenter and owner of the Fishing Fever store in Mordialloc Victoria will show you some incredible fishing. With plenty of Calamari to 2.3 kg, this will sure to be an excellent show. Pictured is Lee with a 2.3 kg calamari caught on an Emeraldas SZ-RV jig, Emeraldas interline and Emeraldas 2506 spinning reel. Adventure Bound can be seen on TVS, TVW and Channel 31 and check out their website at www.adventurebound.com.au

Wayne Friebe on TMZ-I Interline Rods

by Bradley 12th Oct 2010

After experiencing Daiwa’s last interline venture first hand, I was excited by the news that they were not only releasing these amazing fishing tools again, but they were improving them! My only concern was that they would not be able to cast the variety of light weights that we use in today’s modern breaming techniques. But after a lot of testing in different situations, I am happy to say that they perform exceptionally well.

From a technical point of view, the interline concept makes perfect sense. The fishability of the TMZ interlines is vastly improved by the reduced weight and incredibly smooth action and put simply they are a real joy to use. No guides on the rod blank creates a perfect working arc in the rod, allowing for incredibly smooth drag pressure under load, and for very accurate casting into structure. Equally, the reduced friction normally associated with line passing through guided rods allows for long distance casting in flats and open water situations.

Most tournament anglers have specific rods for certain situations, and I use my TMZ 762LFS extensively for making long searching casts over flats and open water. It is equally at home slow rolling crankbaits, hopping vibration baits in open water and searching shallow margins with topwaters and stick baits. I match this rod with a Steez 2508 with 4lb Daiwa Dyneema braid, or with a Luvias DAcustom 2000 with 3lb fluorocarbon, depending on the situation.

Other things about the TMZ make me smile too. They are a joy to store, and quickly take from my boats rod locker, with no guides and line to tangle with other outfits. They also look pretty awesome too, which is a big tick among a group of anglers that are becoming increasingly more savvy as each tournament year rolls by.

On my home waters in Port Phillip Bay, I have also found a great niche for my TMZ 762LFS, giving the local squid population a hard time. It gives me the power to make longer searching casts over reefs while fishing land based, and also allows for a more finesse approach with lighter line on shallow inshore reefs.

In short, the TMZ 762LFS is my favourite all round fishing rod, both for tournament and recreational fishing. They are exceptionally easy to thread and rig, with the help of the interline rigging wire, and are easily the smoothest actioned rod I have ever used.

Visit your local Daiwa dealer and have a cast, or ask one of the many Daiwa anglers at your next tournament. You’ll like what you see.

Adventure Bound

by Bradley 7th Oct 2010

The Adventure Bound crew have really been getting into the squid fishing lately. During this week they were filming at Queenscliff in Victoria with the latest Daiwa Emeraldas rods, reels, line and jigs. In an action packed morning Lee Rayner the presenter and owner of the Fishing Fever store in Mordialloc Victoria had some incredible fishing. With plenty of Calamari to 2.3 kg, this will sure to be an excellent upcoming show.

Pictured is Lee with a 2.3 kg calamari caught on an Emeraldas SZ-RV jig, Emeraldas interline and Emeraldas 2506 spinning reel.

Adventure Bound can be seen on TVS, TVW and Channel 31 and check out their website at www.adventurebound.com.au

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