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TD Sol II 2004: Affordable Finesse

by Murray 4th May 2013

Affordable Finesse Andrew Badullovich puts the Team Daiwa Sol II 2004 through it’s paces. You can read his review 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 >>

Generation Black 2 Piece Rods Have Arrived!

by Murray 15th Mar 2013

Generation Black

The new Generation Black 2 piece rods have arrived, look for them at your local Daiwa stockist.

T3 Air Now Here!

by Murray 7th Mar 2013

T3 Air Here Now!

The T3 Air has arrived, look for it soon at your local Daiwa stockist.

Team Daiwa-X: Pro Review

by Murray 7th Mar 2013

Fishing Rods are my Weakness: TD-X

Greg Seeto from Lure and Fly has given some of the Team Daiwa-X rods a run. The TD-X 6101ULFS and the TD-X 641MLRB are both tested. You can read all about it here >>.

Top Combo

by Murray 1st Jan 2013

Andrew Badullovich matches the TDX 762ULFS Rod and the Ballistic 2000SH reel. Read about it here…

This Swamp Donkey Turns Heads!

by Murray 1st Jan 2013

Dave Rae tries out the Generation Black Swamp Donkey. Read the story here…

New Presso Rods have arrived.

by Bradley 21st Nov 2012

The new specialist Presso rods have just arrived. For more information click here.

Cancer Council EBay Auction

by Bradley 12th Nov 2012

The Ebay auctions for five Daiwa rod and reel combos donated by Daiwa Australia, and a Hobie Outback kayak donated by Hobie Australasia have now commenced, click here for further details and on the items below to go directly to the auction page. The auctions will end after 10 days (approx 2000hrs 19th November AEDT). They will be available for viewing at the ABT Bream Grand Final this weekend at Bribie Island or the Hobie Kayak Bream Grand Final next weekend at the Bemm River. Make sure you find the lureandfly.com guys and check them out, if not jump onto ebay. All these items are being listed for $0.99 with every cent to be donated to the Cancer Council.

Item #121015659791: Daiwa Black Label Versatile 631ULFS Rod with 2000 Sized Daiwa Freams Combo

Item #121015628726: Daiwa MX AJING 74L-S with 2000 Sized Daiwa Caldia Combo

Item #121015667693: Daiwa TDX 6101ULFS Rod with 2000 Sized Daiwa Caldia Combo

Item #121015653657: Daiwa Gen Black 641LFS Pinster Rod with 2000 Sized Daiwa Ballistic Combo

Item #121015663816: Daiwa Gen Black Drunkn Monkey with 2000 Sized Daiwa Freams Combo

Item #121015673139: Hobie Outback Kayak

More Generation Black Rods have arrived.

by Bradley 25th Oct 2012

The design and development of the new Generation Black series has resulted in some of the finest rod actions available at this price point. Not only are they some of our most refined actions but also one of our most attractive series ever, the minimal all black matt finish is a truly unique, stealth like design. The GB rod range is sure to be one of our hottest releases this spring.

More Generation Black rods have arrived, read more about them here.

Cancer Council EBay Auction

by Tony 16th Oct 2012

The guys at Lure & Fly are running an ebay auction to raise $5,000 for the Cancer Council. Daiwa are proud to be sponsors of this great fund raiser and we hope you will support it. There are five Daiwa rod and reel combos up for grabs plus a Hobie Mirage Outback kayak. You can read more about it here.

Lexa Spinning reels now available

by Bradley 8th Oct 2012

The new Lexa spinning reels have just arrived. For more details click here.

Gekkabijin Vib Black Sniper now available

by Bradley 5th Oct 2012

The popular Gekkabijin Vib 3S range of lures has been augmented with the addition of a new colour, Black Sniper.

The Black Sniper is now available read more about it here.

New Generation Black Rods have arrived.

by Bradley 4th Oct 2012

The Generation Black rods have arrived, read more about them here.

Laguna rods have arrived

by Bradley 24th Sep 2012

The new high performance Laguna rods for anglers on a budget or those who want a back up rod have arrived. For more information click here.

Steez spinning reels now available

by Bradley 13th Sep 2012

The all new Steez spinning reels are now available. For more information click here.

Presso Trout Fishing Subsection now online.

by Bradley 6th Aug 2012

The new specialist Presso Trout subsection is now online. . For more information click here.

New Presso Rods Announced.

by Bradley 6th Aug 2012

The new specialist Presso rods have just been announced. For more information click here.

Tournament AGS Rods Have Arrived!

by Murray 5th Jul 2012

Tournament AGS is Daiwa’s flagship rod series, developed over the past 3 years, to produce the lightest most technically advanced rod available. At the centre of the development is the AGS – Air Guide System. Read more about them here.

MX Ajing Rods Are Here!

by Murray 5th Jul 2012

The new MX Ajing Megatop series is a revolution in sensitivity as it takes ultra light fishing to an all new level. Read more about them here.

New Steez Spinning Reels

by Murray 3rd Jul 2012

In the past few years Steez spinning reels have become the ultimate standard tournament fishing reel, ultra cool in name and function. Steez became the first choice for the serious tournament angler, whether it was bass or bream, these stylish reels became the ultimate fishing fashion accessory. The new Steez sets the bar even higher for cool high end spinning reel design.

The new Steez Spinning Reels are arriving in August, until then you can read more about them here.

New Steez Baitcaster Reels

by Murray 3rd Jul 2012

Daiwa’s flagship baitcaster that took Japan and Australia by storm is reborn with an all new look and design. It is the lightest, easiest casting metal-bodied baitcaster in existence. With its “super metal” magnesium frame and side-plate, it weighs in at an incredible 155 grams, just like holding air in your hands! The ultra-compact body and full-sized gearbox house an incredible 12-bearing system and supports the free-floating super-lightweight Duralumin dimpled spool. The “swept” handle and drag star deliver pure cranking comfort and perfect balance.

The new Steez Baitcasters are arriving in October, until then you can read more about them here.

Daiwa’s New Era of Fly Fishing

by Murray 3rd Jul 2012

The New Era Fly reels can now be matched up with Daiwa’s new range of fly rods. Developed to match Daiwa’s highest rod performance these new rods will push the boundaries of power and accuracy. Read more about them here.

The Alphas R-Edition is back!

by Murray 31st May 2012

It’s back by popular demand! The Alphas 103 R Edition over the past few years has built an enviable reputation as one of the toughest baitcasters ever made, the R-Edition is proof that Daiwa makes the best compact light baitcasters available. Read more about it here.

New Colour for Gekkabijin Vib

by Murray 31st May 2012

The popular Gekkabijin Vib 3S range of lures has been augmented with the addition of a new colour, Black Sniper.

The Black Sniper will be here in Spring, in the mean time read more about it here.

New Generation Black Rods

by Murray 31st May 2012

The Generation Black rods will be here in September, in the mean time read more about them here.

Specialist Bream Rods

by Murray 29th May 2012

Tournament fishing requires specific outfits to perfect techniques, gone are the days where the 7ft light rod will do it all, if you want to win you will need a specialized range of rods… introducing Daiwa’s Tournament Specialist Bream rods.

The Tournament Specialist Bream rods will arrive late August, in the mean time read more about them here.

Pro News Updates

by Bradley 26th Apr 2012

New Pro News Updates

Dave Rae and his favourite new Certate – click here

Dave Rae on Baby Cranks – click here

Warren Keelan – Black Label – click here

James Moller on the Clyde River – click here

James Moller with the new Freams – click here

Pro News Updates

by Bradley 15th Mar 2012

The Pro News section has been up dated

Ballistic and Lateo Pirates by Jamie Robley

AGS by Lure and Fly

New Gekkabijin VIB 3S Color

by Bradley 14th Mar 2012

New Gekkabijin Vib 3S Akebono Kabura color now available.

For more information click here.

Pro News Updates

by Bradley 24th Feb 2012

New Pro news

Tournament AGS Rods – Bradley Sissins

Choose Your Weapon – Greg Seeto

T3 – Simon Goldsmith

Dave Rae – Pro News

by Bradley 6th Feb 2012

Fishing World journalist, Dave Rae pro reviews now online.

To read Dave’s reviews click 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.

Trout stocking delivers better fishing

by Bradley 2nd Feb 2012

Almost 700,000 trout and salmon were stocked into 135 waters last year by the Victorian Coalition Government to improve fishing opportunities for freshwater fishers.
Agriculture and Food Security Minister Peter Walsh said 2011 was a big year for trout production at the Department of Primary Industries (DPI) Snobs Creek fish hatchery, as many lakes had filled following drought-breaking rains and were in terrific condition to be stocked.
“Several of our newly filled lakes produced outstanding fishing last year so it made sense to stock them again with help from revenue obtained through the sale of recreational fishing licences,” Mr Walsh said.
The stand-out performer in 2011 was Lake Bolac, which produced large numbers of rainbow trout between 2kg and 3kg.
Other standout performers last year were Lake Tooliorook, Hepburn Lagoon and Lake Elingamite which provided exceptional trout fishing for fly, bait and lure anglers.
Further afield, several waters received trout for the first time in years including Lake Toolondo in the Wimmera, which was once one of Victoria’s most productive and popular trout fisheries. It was stocked with 40,000 brown trout and 5,000 rainbow trout.
“Before the drought, Lake Toolondo was known to produce brown trout over 4kg so there are many people hoping our stocking pays dividends in years to come,” Mr Walsh said.
Lake Marma, near Murtoa, and Pykes Creek Reservoir, near Ballan, were also additions to the stocking list in 2011, receiving 1,000 and 5,000 trout respectively.
All trout stocked this year were produced at the Snobs Creek hatchery which has greatly benefited from recent upgrades.
For more about fish stocking and a full list of waters stocked with trout and native fish, such as Murray cod and golden perch, visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing

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.

AGS – Air Guide System Announced

by Bradley 16th Jan 2012

AGS is Daiwa’s revolutionary new guide system. The endless pursuit of lightweight guides has encouraged the development of our new Air Guide System. AGS allows lures to cast greater distance and accuracy due to its ability for faster rod speed combined with a rapid decrease in rod vibration. The toughness and rigidity of the carbon frame allows for a much higher sensitivity.

A new revolution for Daiwa…. Technology to feel.

For more information click 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.

Daiwa BREAM Australian Open 11-13 January 2012

by Bradley 11th Jan 2012

Daiwa BREAM Australian Open 11-13 January 2012

Sydney Harbour plays host to the first event of the 2012 BREAM season, the Daiwa Australian Open, 11-13 January 2012. Log in from 2pm (EDT) each day to catch the livestream action of the weigh-in. The successful boater-only format returns in 2012, and offers anglers one of the biggest challenges of the tournament season. With a crack field of assembled anglers fighting it out on one of Australia’s greatest tournament arenas, the action is sure to be red hot.

Live link - http://live.bream.com.au/

Adventure Angler Re-runs.

by Bradley 10th Jan 2012

Micah Adams “Adventure Angler” series 2 will begin its re-run season this week. Showing times are as follows.

Tues 10th, fox sports channel 502, 4-4.30pm episode 5- Cassini island, followed by episode 6- fraser island flats from 4.30- 5pm Wed 11th, fox sports channel 502, 4-4.30pm episode 7- south OZ snapper, followed by episode 6- fraser island flats from 5-5.30pm Thurs 12th, fox sports channel 503, 3.30-4pm episode 7- south OZ snapper, followed by episode 8- png black bass from 4-4.30pm.

Season 3 will begin in February 2012

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.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 19th Dec 2011

Pro News Updates.

Warren Keelen on the TMZ-I rods and Zillion baitcaster reels. For more information click here.

Mark Gercovich on fishing with kids. For more information click here.

Finally More Ballistics are in stores!

by Bradley 10th Dec 2011

More Ballistics arrrived this week and are in stores now.

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.

New 2011 Caldias have just landed!

by Bradley 2nd Dec 2011

The new Caldia’s have just arrived and will be shipped to stores very soon.

For more information click 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.

Bass stocking surging forward

by Bradley 24th Nov 2011

A total of 47,000 Australian bass fingerlings were released by Fisheries Victoria into seven
Gippsland waterways this week. This is the second year of a five-year program.

Broodstock used to supply the fingerlings were sourced from Gippsland rivers. Bass are an
important species to anglers and are regarded as an excellent sport fish.

This year’s stocking is the ongoing rate for the next four years. It is set to provide a depth of
age classes for the fishery into the future.

Fisheries Victoria Executive Director Anthony Hurst said the growth rates for bass in this part
of Victoria would likely see these fish reach the minimum legal size in about four years.

“These stockings will provide an ongoing fishing opportunity over many years. Bass are a
long-living species and many of these fish will be around for over 15 years,” Mr Hurst said.

The minimum legal size for Australian bass is 27cm and the bag limit in Gippsland is two bass
per person, per day.

The areas and number of fingerlings stocked for this year are: Mitchell River 5,000; Avon
River 3,000; Macalister River (downstream of wall) 2,000; Lake Glenmaggie 10,000; Cowwarr
Weir 2,000; Lake Narracan 10,000 and Blue Rock Lake 15,000.

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.

Ballistic 2000 and 4000 have arrived.

by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The Ballistic 2000 and 4000 models have just arrived and will be instores soon.

For more information click here.

T3 Ballistic has arrived

by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The revolutionary T3 Ballistic has arrived.

For more information click here.

T3 has arrived

by Bradley 4th Nov 2011

The revolutionary T3 baitcaster in righthand has arrived.

For more information click 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.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 12th Oct 2011

The Pro News section has been updated with two great reviews on the new Black Label rods and trout fishing close to Sydney.

Black label rods by Greg Seeto. For more information click here.

Sydney trout fishing. For more information click here.

Airtorque rods have arrived

by Bradley 5th Oct 2011

The new Airtorque rods have just arrived. For more information click here.

Ballistic Spin Reels have arrived.

by Bradley 5th Oct 2011

The Ballistic spinning reels in the 2500 and 3000 sizes have just arrived, the other sizes will arrive soon.

For more information click here.

Exceler Z now available from Compleat Angler

by Bradley 29th Sep 2011

The new Exceler Z is now available from Compleat Angler stores.

For more information click here.

Procaster GTR available from Compleat Angler

by Bradley 29th Sep 2011

The new Procaster GTR is now available from Compleat Angler stores.

For more information 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.

Black Label Versatile series just arrived.

by Bradley 13th Sep 2011

The Black Label Versatile series has just arrived and will be shipped to stores soon.

The Black Label “Versatile” series of rods is designed as the all-rounder style series. These rods can be used for the majority of fishing methods in particular with hard body lures like crankbaits, vibrations, topwaters etc

The design of the Black Label Versatile series is the same as the Technical series, concentrating on high performance. They have similar cosmetic styling, but the Versatile series combines a soft tip action and lifting power with superior hook setting power to produce a rod that is perfectly suited for all hard body and soft plastic fishing techniques… As a result we have designed a “versatile “rod series that produces superior performance far beyond our competitors, yet still featuring quality componentry like Fuji SIC guides, Daiwa surround hold reel seats and ultra tough and light EVA grips, all this at a fraction of our competitor’s price.

For more information click here.

Black Label Technical Series just arrived.

by Bradley 13th Sep 2011

The Black label Technical series has just arrived and will be shipped to stores soon.

The Black Label “Skippin”.”Shootin”.”Shaky” series were designed for aggressive fishing techniques like the “skipping” method used to throw a lure to overhangs or under boat docks/ piers and “shooting” method to directly throw a lure to fish located on a fish finder or structure. Also due to the ultra fast and sensitive action they are able to dance a soft plastic lure to attract fish – “shaking style”.

When Daiwa designs and tries to reduce cost of a rod, normally we simply reduce a similar ratio form each cost categories like blanks, guides, handles etc. But, in this instance we concentrated on blank design to gain the highest performance. Black Label is similar to our flagship rod range – Steez. While Steez concentrates on being light weight, Black Label concentrates on high performance, it has similar cosmetic styling but the blanks design emphasis combines lifting power with superior hook setting power. As a result we have designed a rod series that produces superior performance far beyond our competitors, yet still featuring quality componentry like Fuji SIC guides, Daiwa surround hold reel seats and triple A grade cork handles, all this at a fraction of our competitor’s price.

For more information click here.

This Week on Hooked with Dave Butfield

by Bradley 12th Sep 2011

This week on Hooked with Dave Butfield, we head to Swansea in NSW and hook up with Jason Nunn to fish . The boys fish Lake Macquarie at night to chase bream using mullet, Dave and Jason show you some of the basic techqenics in catching bream. If you’ve never had much luck catching bream well this is a great show to tune your skill as Dave catches some amazing bream.

You can watch Hooked On Tackle World on Channel 183 every Tuesday night at 7:30pm and Saturday night at 6:30pm. Just so you don’t miss the fishing action Hooked On Tackle World will be aired 28 time throughout the week

Steez Amraam just arrived.

by Bradley 6th Sep 2011

The new Steez Amraam “megatop” rod has just arrived and its probably on of the best finesse bream rods we’ve felt in a longtime! For more information click here.

Victorian rainbow trout equal to Australia’s best

by Bradley 26th Aug 2011

Trout produced from the Department of Primary Industries’ freshwater hatchery at Snobs
Creek are the equal of their Tasmanian cousins.
Some anglers have historically questioned the genetic integrity of Victorian rainbow trout
compared to their interstate counterparts, however new findings dispel that myth once and for
all.
Acting Fisheries Victoria Executive Director Jon Presser said new research funded by
recreational fishing licence fees showed Victorian trout grew and thrived just as well as trout
in Tasmania. “The research demonstrates the quality of the fish being bred by Fisheries Victoria is equal to
any in Australia, with nearly 460,000 rainbow trout stocked last year,” Mr Presser said.
The three year scientific trial compared the performance of Victorian strain rainbow trout
produced at Snobs Creek with Tasmanian strain fish sourced from the Great Lake population
at Liawenee. The rainbow trout were fin clipped by Fisheries Victoria staff to distinguish them and released
into privately owned catch and release lakes outside Ballarat.
Expert anglers who fish these lakes regularly monitored the performance of the rainbow trout
and kept detailed records of their catches. To ensure the trial was not biased, even the owners of the lakes did not know the origin of the
trout stocked in their waters. The results showed the Snobs Creek trout performed almost identically to the Tasmanian fish
with similar longevity, growth rates and catchability. Both strains survived until they were three to four years old when the trial ended.
Mr Presser said the results were good news for thousands of Victorian anglers who had been
enjoying bumper trout fishing in many lakes that were stocked with rainbow trout from Snobs
Creek following the drought breaking rains of this year and last.
“Many of these rainbow trout are growing exceptionally well in these lakes with many fish now
weighing over 1.2kg,” Mr Presser said.

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.

The Fishing DVD No.24 out this week

by Bradley 17th Aug 2011

Reading a great fishing magazine can sometimes be the next best thing to actually going fishing… But here’s something even BETTER than a printed magazine!

The Fishing DVD #24 is out this week and is jam-packed with action, information, tips, destinations and product reviews… and you don’t have to read it! In just over two hours of spectacular, high-definition vision, this broadcast-quality “DVD Magazine” brings it all to your lounge room, den, holiday house, offi ce or laptop computer – whenever and wherever YOU choose to view! Watch it all, from start to finish, or choose the stories and segments you like most, then view them over and over, at your leisure. Re-wind, slow mo’, freeze frame and fast-forward to all the juicy bits..

For more information go to www.thefishingdvd.com.au

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.

New Linear Surf rods now available

by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

The Linear Surf models are built on the latest IM7 carbon blank technology for a fresh new feel. To bring out the best in the blank only the best components are used, Fuji’s new concept stainless alconite guides, Fuji DPS reel seats and triple A grade cork all make these new rods a pure pleasure to use.

The Linear Surf rods are the ideal choice for light line fishing from the rocks and surf, perfectly suited to all forms of angling from float fishing for blackfish to high speed spinning for small pelagics.

For more information click here.

New Gekkabijin Yogiri now available.

by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

The newly designed body on the Yogiri creates an incredibly stable wobbling action that tracks straight in slow to rapid moving water or when cranking at any speed. This highly responsive stable wobbling action attracts predatory fish from long distances and is ideal for dirty water situations where vibration is the key to getting strikes.

The Yogiri imitates many of the small shad shaped baitfish that inhabits many of our freshwater and coastal waterways. The range of ultra realistic colors and patterns are a true testament to Japanese design, these lures imitate baitfish perfectly and are highly recommended for clear water fishing where fish are commonly intimidated by bright or flashy colors or patterns. Its superior casting abilities is ideal for estuarine flats, trundling mountain river runs to pinpoint casting to snags for bream, trout and estuary perch.

Handmade to the highest standards, these lures feature 3D realistic eyes, ultra sharp chemically sharpened trebles and realistic natural colors/pattern

For more information click here

New Super Performance Low Budget Laguna

by Bradley 10th Aug 2011

The new Laguna is Daiwa’s finest budget baitcaster reel ever developed. For superior cast control it features Magforce which controls the spool speed to avoid over runs, but the new design features an open access low profile frame for more thumb control.

Its hand fitting comfort and high performance matched with its amazingly low price makes it ideal for anglers wanting to venture into baitcaster reels.

For more information click here.

New Daiwa Aird available soon.

by Bradley 10th Aug 2011

Aird is Daiwa’s latest most feature packed reel ever developed in the price range. With all of Daiwa’s unique designs like Digigear, Airbail, ABS etc this reel is easily mistaken for its more expensive cousins.

For more information click here.

Z200H now available

by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The new Z200h is now available.

For more information click here.

Pixy PX Type R

by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The new Pixy PX Type R has just landed.

The finesse anglers dream reel, the new Pixy PX Type R is Daiwa’s ultimate lightweight baitcaster. Developed specifically for Japans high pressure, high intensity bass fisheries, where anglers are required to use ultra light lines and lures to tempt fish into striking.

The new shallow Super duraluminium “air” spool will spin with the lightest of weights, right down to small bream and trout sized lures, casting effortlessly and accurately. While the finesse Magforce Z system will apply breaking when necessary to prevent over-run.

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.

The Last of the Morethan Branzino 3000

by Bradley 26th Jul 2011

Morethan Branzino 3000

The last of a legend. The Morethan Branzino set the standard as the most stunning looking reel and now Daiwa Australia has just landed the last of these reels. Only available in limited numbers, so if you want one of the finest looking reels available reserve yours now at your local Daiwa Tournament Dealer.

It all began in 2001, with the introduction of Digigear. Since then Daiwa’s world famous gear system is renowned as the best available. The Digigear drive system set the standard upon all others were to be judged, none have ever met the challenge.

Daiwa introduced the ultimate in reel design by uniting the world’s best spinning reels, Certate, Exist and Saltiga into one, coupled with the latest in gear design “Hyper Digigear” to make the ultimate spinning reel, the Morethan Branzino 3000, as was expected it became the hottest reel on the market.

Customized to be Daiwa’s most stunning threadline, the incredibly stylish Morethan Branzino 3000 is the “coolest” must have collectible fishing reel available today.

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 Pixy PX Type R coming soon.

by Bradley 15th Jul 2011

The finesse anglers dream reel, the new Pixy PX6 Type R is Daiwa’s ultimate lightweight baitcaster. Developed specifically for Japans high pressure, high intensity bass fisheries, where anglers are required to use ultra light lines and lures to tempt fish into striking. The new shallow Super duraluminium “air” spool will spin with the lightest of weights, right down to small bream and trout sized lures, casting effortlessly and accurately. While the finesse Magforce Z system will apply breaking when necessary to prevent over-run. The Pixy is ideal for ultra light bass and native fishing with ultra light lines and lures.

Watch this space for more information coming soon.

Salmon stocking boosts South West Victorian fishing

by Bradley 12th Jul 2011

The Department of Primary Industries recently stocked more than 16,000 Atlantic salmon into
two South West Victorian lakes to boost recreational fishing opportunities.

Fisheries Victoria Executive Director Anthony Hurst said 8,160 Atlantic salmon were released
into Lake Bullen Merri and 8,500 into Lake Purrumbete, both near Camperdown.

“The crater lakes of Purrumbete and Bullen Merri are popular freshwater fisheries with well
deserved reputations for producing quality trout and salmon,” Mr Hurst said.

“Each lake received a mix of yearling 30-60 gram salmon and two-year-old fish averaging
more than 200 grams.”

Mr Hurst said the two lakes were stocked annually with brown trout and rainbow trout, and
also received Chinook salmon when available.

“We have stocked Atlantic salmon this year to maintain a salmon interest in these crater lakes
and as an interim arrangement until Chinook salmon become available again.”

Atlantic salmon were stocked into Lake Bullen Merri and Lake Purrumbete between 2002 and
2005.

Mr Hurst said the most recent salmon stockings would provide anglers with some great new
angling opportunities.

Last year, Fisheries Victoria stocked more than 700,000 trout into waterways throughout the
state.

For more about fish stocking visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing

Black Label Technical series coming soon.

by Bradley 7th Jul 2011

For more inforamtion 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.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 10th Jun 2011

Jamie Robley discovers Daiwa’s latest bream weapon…the Gekkabijin Vib.

Check it out by clicking here.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 26th May 2011

Check out the latest lure pro news.

Greg Seeto gives some insights into using the Baby Crank, for more information click here.

Chris Seeto gives the low down on one of the hottest lures out, the Gekkabijin Vib 3s. For more information click here.

TROUT CLOSED SEASON BEGINS JUNE 13

by Bradley 17th May 2011

The annual closed season for trout and salmon fishing begins at midnight on Monday June 13
and will run until September 2.

Executive Director of Fisheries Victoria, Anthony Hurst, said during this period anglers were
not permitted to take or possess trout or salmon in rivers and streams throughout Victoria,
with the exception of waters classed as ‘sea-run trout rivers’. (table below).

Sea-run trout rivers are those coastal streams which run into the ocean and provide the
opportunity for trout to move between the freshwater and oceans.

“In addition, all hook and line fishing is prohibited in the tailrace sections of the Goulburn,
Mitta Mitta, Tanjil and Kiewa rivers regardless of the species being targeted,” Mr Hurst said.

“Anglers who target fish in these waters risk prosecution and significant fines.

“There will still be plenty of good fishing options for trout in Victoria in the many lakes and
impoundments which are stocked with rainbow and brown trout that are grown at the DPI
Snobs Creek hatchery near Eildon.”

During the cooler months of June through to September trout and salmon make their way
upstream to spawn in the shallow gravel beds of our streams and rivers.

The recent rainfall in Victoria has seen many popular trout rivers and streams that were
severely impacted by drought once again return to healthy flows, able to support strong
populations of trout again.

“The coming 2011 spawning season is vital for the recovery of wild populations of trout
species which will deliver excellent fishing opportunities and the associated economic
benefits to local communities over the next few years,” Mr Hurst said.

If you suspect illegal fishing activity, call the fisheries offence reporting line on 13-FISH (13
3474).

For all other information regarding fishing throughout Victoria call the DPI Customer Service
Centre on 136186 or visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing

Those waters classed as ‘sea-run trout rivers’ are:

Aire River Downstream -Great Ocean Road Bridge
Avon River Downstream -Stratford Railway Bridge
Ford River Downstream -Great Ocean Road Bridge
Gellibrand river Downstream -Great Ocean Road Bridge
Hopkins River Downstream -Hopkins Falls
Merri River Downstream -Bromfield Weir
Mitchell River Downstream -Princess Hwy Bridge
Moyne River Downstream -Toolong Bridge
Tambo River Downstream -Bruthen Rd Bridge

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 12th May 2011

Check out the latest pro reviews.

Mark Gerkovich gives his insights on winter vibing with the Gekkabijin Vib 3S, for more information click here.

Adam Royter dissects Daiwa’s latest New Era fly reels giving you a full insiders look on its construction. Foe more information click here.

T3 Details now online.

by Bradley 5th May 2011

The information on the new upcoming T3 baitcasters due for release in mid winter is now online.

For more information click here.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 18th Apr 2011

New Pro News on the upcoming new Infeet rods and Gekkabijin MX2004 reels.

Click here

Also check out Warren Keelans review on the TMZ-I for south coast bass. Click here.

New Freams coming this winter

by Bradley 31st Mar 2011

The new Freams heralds a giant leap forward in reel innovation. In 2010 Daiwa introduced Magseal in its flagship spinning reels – Saltiga and Certate, this incredible innovation introduced the most technically advanced spinning reel design ever. Though this system is superb it is not that economical to introduce into lower price spinning reels. Daiwa recognized this and developed another system that would suit these reels and called it ‘Oil Seal”.

Available mid winter 2011.

For more information click here.

New Steez Megatop rods

by Bradley 24th Mar 2011

Daiwa’s technically advanced reels can should be complimented the ultimate sports fishing rods, rods that there was no compromise in technology and expenditure spared to develop the worlds most advanced designs.

Steez rods utilize the famous Bias Construction diagonal ply design, to create a finer diameter blank that resists twisting, eliminating stress, creating better casting accuracy and greater hook setting power, to produce a blank with maximum density yet extremely light, powerful and sensitive. Each blank is constructed of different carbon material to suit a specific fishing style.

The new Megatop series is a revolution in sensitivity as it takes it to an all new level by introducing Daiwa’s incredible new SVF-SPX carbon. Megatop is unlike any other ordinary solid tip construction, the new SPX material binds graphite fibres with precise resin control for an extremely even distribution of fibre. The result of this is virtually no spine in the rod tip so it bends the same angle in any direction. This allows for incredible pinpoint cast control with even the lightest of weights and its incredible transference of even the slightest bump or vibration allows for the incredible bite detection unlike any other rod.

Steez Megatop, the ultimate rods from the world’s leading designer and manufacturer…Daiwa.

For more information click here.

New Spellbinder models

by Bradley 15th Mar 2011

Three new models have been added to the very popular Spellbinder series. The new single piece 7 ft LFS, MLFS and MHFS rods are a great addition to the series.

Ultra fast, ultra light, ultra powerful… that’s the easiest way to describe the all new Spellbinder series. Designed on Daiwa’s latest new concept blank designs which introduces a blank that is amazingly light and fast at a price that has never before been seen in Australia.

Built with the finest components like Fuji K guides, Daiwa reel seats and ultra tough EVA grips available the Spellbinder series is the ideal choice for the serious angler.

For more information click here.

Season 10 of Adventure Bound starts this week.

by Bradley 9th Mar 2011

The new series of Adventure Bound starts this week. This weeks episode Lee is fishing for King George whiting in Western Port using the new Demon Blood rods and Caldia/Tierra reels.

TVS 44 Sydney, TVW 44 Perth & Channel 31 Melbourne, Brisbane & Adelaide.

Sydney: Friday 8:00pm

Melbourne: NEW! Thurs 8pm, Fri 6.00am & Sat 9.00am

Adelaide: Thurs 7:30pm

Brisbane: Fri 9:30pm & Sat 9.30am

Perth: Mon 9.30pm & Sun 3.30pm

For more information go to www.adventurebound.com.au

Gekkabijin Vib 3S just landed!

by Bradley 8th Mar 2011

The Gekkabijin Vib 3S is an all new “vibe”. Imitating the small shrimps that are so prevalent throughout estuaries, bays, rivers and streams, the Gekkabijin Vib 3S will definitely be one of the lures to watch on the ABT Tournament trail in 2011. Guaranteed to be a live well filler for bream, it will be equally effective on bass, trout, estuary perch or just about anything that eats small shrimp!

Unlike any other available it features a hollow plastic body, giving it a full body profile and the internal weight system causes the lure to sink nose forward to avoid snagging. On a slow crank it produces a wide wobble but speed it up and the tight high pitched wiggle attracts any predatory fish.

Handmade to the highest standards, these lures feature 3D realistic eyes, ultra sharp HD chemically sharpened treble with lifelike skirt and are painted internally with chip proof paint for an incredible lifelike finish.

Heartland Z 6101MLFS-Sv Saegake just landed!

by Bradley 8th Mar 2011

Daiwa Australia is proud to announce the availability of a limited production of the most sought after bream rod ever released in Australia – the Heartland Z 6101MLFS-Sv Saegake.

The Saegake became legendary over the years that it was produced, originally built in Daiwa’s Taiwan rod factory, it ceased be produced for many years but now the legend returns. The new limited production run will be handmade to the highest standard and quality in Daiwa’s Japanese rod factory.

The rods will be shipped to customers who preordered their rods later this week.

New Crest rods available at BCF

by Bradley 21st Feb 2011

The new Crest rod range available through BCF stores is the perfect match for one of Daiwa’s most popular budget spinning reels – the Crest series

The Crest rods are the ideal rod for anglers who demand high performance without breaking the budget.

Built on a light and tough high performance graphite blank they feature AO ring guides for superior casting, graphite reel seats and ultra tough EVA ergonomic grips.

For more information click here