BLOG

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>>

T3 Limited Edition Shipping Now!

by Murray 1st May 2013

T3 LTD Has Arrived The T3 Limited Edition reels have arrived and are shipping now. We still have a few of these beauties left so if you want one act fast. Follow this link to find out more>>

Team Daiwa Sol II Review

by Murray 29th Apr 2013

Mark Gercovich takes the TD SOL II for a test drive. See his article here >>.

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 Luvias Spinning Reels are here!

by Murray 12th Feb 2013

Luvias

The New Luvias Spinning Reels have arrived and will be hitting stores very soon. Read about the exciting new Luvias here>>

Sweet Freams

by Murray 31st Jan 2013

Sweet Freams

Simon Goldsmith reviews the Freams spinning reel, check it out here >>

Certate 2013 Coming Soon!

by Murray 30th Jan 2013

Certate 2013

The details for the hotly anticipated 2013 Certate range are now live. These beauties will be available in autumn, till then you can read all about them here…

TD Sol II Spinning Reel Now Here!

by Murray 13th Dec 2012

TD Sol II - Now Here The popular TD Sol, updated with the latest Daiwa features, is now here. Read about this awesome new reel here.

New Aggrest Reels have arrived !

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2012

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

Lexa Spinning reels now available

by Bradley 8th Oct 2012

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

Updated Luvias Spinning Reels coming soon

by Murray 20th Aug 2012

Luvias has always been one of Daiwa’s most popular high performance spinning reels. Over the years it has had several reincarnations and in 2012 the Japanese have updated Luvias with new features: Magseal, Zaion and Air Rotor.

The new Luvias reels will be with us in December until then you can read about them here.

New TD Sol II Spinning Reel

by Murray 20th Aug 2012

Daiwa has always had a long history of innovation, in 2010, Daiwa pioneered the ground breaking technology- Magseal, Zaion and Air Rotor, a combination that is the future for all Daiwa spinning reels. Originally introduced in our flagship reels like Saltiga, Certate and Exist, it was only a matter of time before we introduced it into Australia’s most popular spinning reel ever the TD Sol. Developed over the past two years, TD Sol II shows Daiwa’s commitment to introduce its best design innovations into mid-price reels.

The new TD Soll II will arrive in December 2012, until then read all about it here.

6500H added to Catalina Range

by Murray 20th Aug 2012

The superb Catalina range will be strengthened by the addition of a new 6500 size, check out the details here.

Saltiga Dogfight 7000H available September 2012.

by Bradley 10th Jun 2012

In 2010 the new Saltiga introduced unrivalled ground breaking technology…. Magseal and Zaion Air Rotor. This year we are proud to introduce the new Saltiga 7000H Dogfight to the range.

Saltiga heralds a giant leap forward in design, revolving around magnetic fluid. Developed by NASA to magnetically deliver fuel to space ships, this revolutionary innovation is now used in may of our reels.

But mixing a liquid with iron isn’t easy, Daiwa has mastered it. When dispersed evenly through liquid, the iron oxide (magnetite) has a diameter of 1/100,000mm, so small that the surface area of the ferromagnetic particle is around 1/10^th of a single influenza virus.

This new metallic grease/oil takes on a new effect, placed by itself it forms a typical liquid helical shape with the introduction of a magnetic force it changes shape similar to the android in Terminator II, attaching itself to any other metal to form a seal. So strong is this magnetic liquid that if placed in a container with a magnetic surface it would retain its shape even if the bottom was removed. Being magnetized this lubrication system avoids any friction and prevents dust intrusion, eliminating oil spray and significantly improving reel life expectancy. The challenge for Daiwa was to utilise the inherent benefits of magnetic liquid in reel design. Instead of it being used to dustproof, we needed something that was waterproof. Innovative design combined new CRBB bearings with a magnetic oil membrane and making it possible. Water intrusion is now a thing of the past.

Not content just with Magseal, Saltiga also introduced Zaion Air Rotor. Zaion material was first seen in the Luvias series, this super strong light material is like no other – a new revolution in strength and sensitivity. This design disperses pressure to the entire lower section of the rotor, dramatically decreasing stress and flexing. Working in conjunction with the Mag Seal the Air Rotor has been hollowed out to create airflow through the whole rotor system. This prevents foreign material such as water, salt, sand and dust collecting inside the reel, the added air flow eliminates moist build up in the reel preventing corrosion issues.

With other designs innovations like Real Four, Hyper Digigear, UTD, Airbail etc as standard the Saltiga sets the standard as the best heavy duty reel available.

More details in a few days

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

Pro News Updates

by Bradley 24th Feb 2012

New Pro news

Tournament AGS Rods – Bradley Sissins

Choose Your Weapon – Greg Seeto

T3 – Simon Goldsmith

The Fishing DVD Issue 26 out soon

by Bradley 16th Feb 2012

The Fishing DVD #26 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..

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

This week on Hooked

by Bradley 20th Nov 2011

This week on Hooked On Tackle world Dave jumps onboard Helifish in Darwin to chase barra. This is one amazing trip as the boys fly over the Darwin’s landscape. Dave and Mark from Helifish land in some great locations and have some great fun on Barra. This is one show not to be missed

Hooked airs on Foxtel Channel 183 7:30pm Tues and 6:30pm Sat

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.

This week on Hooked

by Bradley 14th Nov 2011

This week on Hooked On Tackle World Dave hits the high seas off Darwin to do some good on bottom fishing for black jew and golden snapper. Also Dave gives the lures a run for spanish mackerel.

Hooked airs on Foxtel Channel 183 7:30pm Tues and 6:30pm Sat

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.

Reel Schematics Updated

by Bradley 9th Nov 2011

The reel schematics have been updated with english versions of the following.

Certate (2010) series – 1003, 2000, 2004, 2500, 2500R, 2506 and 3000

Certate Hyper Custom 2500, 3000 and 4000

Saltist HRF

For more information click 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.

Seagate E available from Compleat Angler Stores

by Bradley 3rd Nov 2011

The new Seagate E series is now available exclusively from Compleat Angler Stores.

For more information click here.

Crosscast X just arrived!

by Bradley 3rd Nov 2011

The new Crosscast x has just arrived. For more information click here.

Service Dept Schematics Updated

by Bradley 2nd Nov 2011

SERVICE DEPARTMENT – we are slowly translating the Japanese reel schematics into English. This morning we have updated the schematics for Alphas R, Saltiga 4000/4000H 2010 models, Catalina 4500, 4500H and 6500, Legalis, Luvias 1003, Morethan Branzino, Saltiga 3500 game and Saltiga Expedition. More to come soon.

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.

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.

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.

This Week on Hooked with Dave Butfield

by Bradley 26th Sep 2011

This week on Hooked Dave heads to Manly in NSW to hook up with Sydney rock and beach fishing legend Alex Bellissimo. Dave and Alex head to the rocks to chase blackfish. Dave show you just how easy it is the catch these fish with a float and some weed. This is a great show if you’ve always wanted to learn how to catch blackfish.

You can watch Hooked on Channel 183 every Tuesday night at 7:30pm and Saturday night at 6:30pm.

Saltiga Sacrifice II Stick SL just arrived

by Bradley 22nd Sep 2011

The new Sacrifice II Stick SL is the new cross over jig from Daiwa, half way between the legendary sacrifice Stick and the Sacrifice Leaf, it’s both a high or low speed jig all wrapped up in one . Tested extensively through Japan, Korea, Australia and New Zealand, it has proved tremendous as an excellent for Kingfish, Samson fish, Tuna and numerous bottom dwellers.

Using the best from both jigs Daiwa has redeveloped the revolutionary Resist Wing edge previously only ever seen in the original Sacrifice Stick from many years ago, to produce a new design that resists water drag more efficiently than any other fat wide jig. The original Leaf design has allowed for lower balance to be super fast sinking and the Resist Wing edge is sharper, forcing water pressure away from the jig thus allowing for smoother less drag but also causing the jig to flutter and slide left to right at any speed.

Using only the finest materials Sacrifice SL has an extreme fish attracting 3-Dimensional finish (3D), making the lure look larger underwater and the 3d finish reflects light even in the deepest waters. Coated with a high impact epoxy finish to resist damage, the jig also uses a super strong one piece stainless steel internal wire and a highly compressed lead main body that both help to minimize any jig from bending.

For more information click here.

New Service Dept Section now live

by Bradley 20th Sep 2011

The new Daiwa Service Dept section is now live with heaps of information on maintence and servicing your reels. In it you can find the following.

General reel maintenance guide

- General rod maintenance guide

- Warranty section

- FAQ

- Service products

- Service and repair forms

- Service contacts

- Reel Schematics

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.

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

Last of the Catalina

by Bradley 6th Sep 2011

Daiwa’s long lasting and incredibly popular Catalina spinning reels have now finished production. Daiwa Australia just recieved the last production and they are selling like hot cakes. So grab yourself a bargin as many of these reels are selling at nearly half their original prices!

For more information click here.

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.

Saltiga Dorado rods just arrived

by Bradley 6th Sep 2011

The new Saltiga Dorado rods have just arrived. For more details 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.

Bumper snapper season for Port Phillip Bay

by Bradley 25th Aug 2011

Anglers can look forward to another exceptional snapper catch in Port Phillip Bay this spring.
Scientists from Fisheries Victoria are predicting the 2011-12 season will be a repeat of recent years, although catches will be moderate over the next three years. Researcher Paul Hamer said scientists were able to forecast the likely performance of the fishery based on the number of baby snapper that settled in Port Phillip Bay each year. “Baby snapper settle in the Bay during the late summer and early autumn following the
summer spawning season and this settlement determines the size of the catch in years to come,” Mr Hamer said. “Snapper spawned in Port Phillip Bay are the mainstay of Victoria’s ‘western snapper stock’ extending from Wilsons Promontory to the mouth of the Murray River.” Snapper is one of the most highly prized fish caught in Victoria by recreational and commercial fishers. Every year from late spring to early summer anglers launch boats all around Port Phillip Bay to catch snapper as they migrate into the bay for their annual spawning season. “The successful spawning and survival of young snapper in the bay varies greatly from year
to year,” Mr Hamer said. “Ten to twenty fold variations are common and this variation influences future catches. “We know these variations are related to factors influencing the snapper during their first few
weeks of life.”
Ongoing research is determining how water temperature, nutrient supply, river flows and currents influence the food supply, growth and survival of baby snapper in the Bay. Interviews with anglers revealed last year more than 80 percent of snapper caught were above 1kg and were at least 40cm long. One in four were big reds that weighed more than 3kg and were at least 60cm.
For more visit www.dpi.vic.gov.au/fishing

Saltiga 6500 now available.

by Bradley 22nd Aug 2011

The new low speed Saltiga 6500 is now available. For more information click here.

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 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.

Pro News Updated

by Bradley 12th Aug 2011

New Pro news from Daiwa’s Pro Staff

Chris Seeto on the new Gekkabijin Yogiri – click here.

Greg Seeto on the Z2020 and TMX-g rods – click here.

Warren Keelan on the new Airtorque rods – click here

Mark Gerkovich on Saltist Demonblood – click here

Greg Seeto on Black Bass in PNG – 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 Crosscast X and S long cast reels.

by Bradley 10th Aug 2011

Do you fish from the beach or rocks and want to cast to the horizon? Then you need, Daiwa’s latest ultimate distance casting reels the Crosscast series.

This is the new surf casters dream reel. It features Daiwa’s stainless steel ball bearings for ultra smooth performance, Digigear for ultimate cranking power and Twistbuster to eliminate line twist. The all new long cast spool design will release line for high speed casting for incredible distance, then when hooked up the ultra smooth powerful drag lets you land the fish of a lifetime

If you want to reach far off rock reefs or cast beyond the breakers to catch that fish of a lifetime, then the all new ultimate distance casting reel, the Crosscast is the reel for you.

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.

The last of the Dogfights has just landed.

by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The legendary Saltiga Dogfight has now been superseded by the new Saltiga 6500H. Daiwa Australia has just recieved the very last production of one of its most famous reels. Grab one while you can as they won’t last long!

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.

Saltiga 6500H now available.

by Bradley 9th Aug 2011

The long awaited Saltiga 6500H is now available.

For more information click here.

This Week on Hooked with Dave Butfield

by Bradley 3rd Aug 2011

This week on Hooked, Dave Butfield heads to NZ to catch up with Ben from Nomad Sportfishing Adventures to chase Kingfish. The boys head out off Tauranga to give the Daiwa gear a work out.

Dave will be jigging and casting surface lures for these drag pulling fish. Also the boys have some great fun on light tackle chasing Salmon. 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.

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 2011 Caldia Announced

by Bradley 25th Jul 2011

The new 2011 Caldia is announced today, but final specifications and features for this fantastic new reel won’t appear till August 12.

For more information click here.

Secrets Revealed on July 25

by Bradley 19th Jul 2011

Daiwa has always had a long history of innovation, Real Four introduced ground breaking technology like Airbail, ABS, Twistbuster, Magseal, Air Rotor, Magforce 3D, TWS and Digigear to the world, an award winning combination that the new set the future standard for all Daiwa reels. Its unparalleled engineering produced the worlds most technically advanced reels and on July 25th Daiwa will further reinforce themselves as the worlds Number 1 fishing tackle manufacturer.

See more here on July 25.

New Saltiga 6500 information now online.

by Bradley 18th Jul 2011

The new Saltiga 6500 sizes have just been announced. For more information click here.

Saltiga 6500 sizes announced

by Bradley 15th Jul 2011

Saltiga

The 2001 Saltiga introduced unrivalled ground breaking technology…. until now with the introduction of the new Saltiga.

The Saltiga heralds a giant leap forward in design, revolving around magnetic fluid. Developed by NASA to magnetically deliver fuel to space ships, this revolutionary innovation has now been developed for Saltiga.

Mixing a liquid with iron isn’t easy, but Daiwa has mastered it in the Saltiga range. When dispersed evenly through liquid, the iron oxide (magnetite) has a diameter of 1/100,000mm, so small that the surface area of the ferromagnetic particle is around 1/10^th of a single influenza virus.

Not content just with Magseal, Saltiga also introduces Zaion Air Rotor. Zaion material was first seen in the Luvias series, this super strong light material is like no other – a new revolution in strength and sensitivity. This design disperses pressure to the entire lower section of the rotor, dramatically decreasing stress and flexing. Working in conjunction with the Mag Seal the Air Rotor has been hollowed out to create airflow through the whole rotor system. This prevents foreign material such as water, salt, sand and dust collecting inside the reel, the added air flow eliminates moist build up in the reel preventing corrosion issues.

With other designs innovations like Real Four, Hyper Digigear, UTD, Airbail etc as standard the Saltiga sets the standard as the best heavy duty reel available.

Watch this space for more details soon.

Features.

Real Four
Mag Sealed
Zaion Air Rotor
UTD – Ultimate Tournament Drag
Hyper Digigear
Twistbuster II
Tough Air Bail
Minimum Offset Gearing
ABS II
Super Metal Housing (body and sideplate)
New CRBB system
Hybrid carbon/forged aluminium spool
Silent Oscillation
Rotor Break
Manual Bail Return
Wide Open roller for heavy shock leader
2BB line roller with rubber seal
2BB oscillating slider
Linear Rotation
Metal drag knob cap
2 piece light weight aluminium round knob

Specifications

MODEL	GEAR RATIO	BALL BEARINGS	DRAG PRESSURE	WEIGHT	SPOOL CAPACITY
SALTIGA 4000	4.9 (87 cm)	14 + 1 RB	10 kg	440 g	PE 2/450m, 3/300m, 4/220m
SALTIGA 4000H	5.7 (102 cm)	14 + 1 RB	10 kg	440 g	PE 2/450m, 3/300m, 4/220m
SALTIGA 4500	4.9 (94 cm)	14 + 1 RB	15 kg	585 g	PE 3/400m, 4/300m, 5/240m
SALTIGA 4500H	5.7 (110 cm)	14 + 1 RB	15 kg	585 g	PE 3/400m, 4/300m, 5/240m
SALTIGA 5000	4.4 : 1 (95 cm)	14 + 1 RB	15 kg	600 g	PE 4/400m, 5/300m, 6/250m
SALTIGA 5000H	5.7 : 1 (121 cm)	14 + 1 RB	15 kg	600 g	PE 4/400m, 5/300m, 6/250m
SALTIGA 6500	4.3 : 1 (100 cm)	14 + 1 RB	30 kg	820 g	PE 5/500m, 6/400m, 8/300m
SALTIGA 6500H	5.7 : 1 (131 cm)	14 + 1 RB	30 kg	820 g	PE 5/500m, 6/400m, 8/300m

New Z200 announced.

by Bradley 15th Jul 2011

The 2010 Daiwa introduced Magforce 3D with the Z2020 reel. This all new approach to spool control set the bench mark for cast-ability. Now in 2011 we introduce the Z200H, by combining the best attributes of the Z2020 like Magforce 3D, Real Four, UTD etc we have created one of the most feature packed baitcasters available.

The new Z200H will introduce a new generation of anglers to pure casting pleasure.

More information is coming soon.

New Ballistic spinning reels announced.

by Bradley 15th Jul 2011

Daiwa is proud to annonce the upcoming release of the new Ballistic spinning reel range. watch this space for more information coming soon.

New T3 Ballistic coming soon.

by Bradley 15th Jul 2011

Following in the footsteps of the new T3 Daiwa is proud to announce the new T3 Ballistic baitcaster. Watch the website for more details coming soon.

Black Label Technical series coming soon.

by Bradley 7th Jul 2011

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 inforamtion click here.

Black Label versatile series coming soon.

by Bradley 7th Jul 2011

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.

Lateo Pirates shore spinning rods coming soon

by Bradley 4th Jul 2011

Ultimate casting innovation…..the easiest way to describe Daiwa’s latest shore lure casting rods, Lateo Pirates. Designed for rocky shore and beach based lure fishing, Lateo’s unique design provides unparalleled casting performance.

Lateo employs Daiwa’s unique Japanese designed HVF (high volume fibre) carbon blank, these rods are designed to load from the tip to the butt for maximum power and fast casting acceleration. A minimalist approach in design was used deliberately to eliminate any extra weight, grips and blank cosmetics are almost nonexistent.

But the blank isn’t everything that improves casting performance. Lateo uses Fuji’s epoch making guide system, alconite “K” guides, these guides dramatically reduce line wrap and improve line speed for faster more accurate casting. Added to this these rods feature customized Fuji graphite reel seats, custom alloy componentry and minimalist ultra tough EVA grips to reduce weight for high speed casting acceleration.

For ultimate casting performance and innovation look no further than Lateo Pirates.

For more information click here.

New Video Section

by Bradley 28th Jun 2011

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

For more information click here.

Saltiga Dorado review

by Bradley 16th Jun 2011

For the past ten years the original Saltiga rods set a new industry standard as the strongest and lightest offshore rods available. After a decade these rods are envied by other manufacturers and are a true testament of how advanced the rod’s technology was, they remain unchanged, and technology hungry anglers still regard these as the best available that were until now with the introduction of the Saltiga Dorado rod series.

Designed to match the awesome power of the new Saltiga reels the new rod series heralds a new design concept – 3D carbon design. Combining Daiwa’s famous Bias Wrap Construction for ultimate strength, power, light weightiness and ultra slim blank diameter with the X-Torque design, a design that resists blanks twisting and massively increasing torque, Daiwa has created their greatest ever casting rod design.

Having used all of these rods extensively from the very first development of the first prototypes, I thought I would give anglers a rundown of what each different model is suited for, so check it out by clicking 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.

Saltiga 4000 and 4000H just landed!

by Bradley 4th Apr 2011

Daiwa is glad to announce that the new Saltiga 4000 and 4000H has just landed in the country and will be shipped to customers during this week. Due to the earthquake in japan the reels delivery was delayed.

For more information on the new Saltiga 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.

T3 – the revolution in baitcasters

by Bradley 25th Mar 2011

Just announced today is the release of one of the most exciting baitcasters ever developed by Daiwa – introducing the new T3.

T3 introduces Daiwa’s latest revolution in levelwind design. The traditional levelwind system has always restricted casting distance and performance but with the introduction of the new “TWS” T-Wing System this is now a thing of the past.

When disengaging the reel for casting the T-Wing releases the line smoothly through the wide “casting area” on the upper part of the level wind, reengage the reel and it pushes the line into a line guide at the base of the T-Wing system. This increases casting performance and reduces back lashing.

T3 is also the first baitcaster reel developed by Daiwa that is made from “Zaion” and it also features Magforce 3D as introduced in the Z2020 reels.

Watch this site as very soon all the information will be revealed!

T3 will be released worldwide in late Winter 2011

This Week on Adventure Bound

by Bradley 16th Mar 2011

This week on Adventure Bound we’re off shore fishing at Lake Jindabyne in the Snow Mountains, chasing rainbow and brown trout from the shore with Daiwa’s Luvias and TD tierra outfts.

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

Saltiga 4000

by Bradley 15th Mar 2011

Due to the devastating eartquake that has affected Japan, the release of the new Saltiga 4000 has been delayed. Due to be released next week the new Saltiga 4000 was to be airfreighted to Australia on the 15th but the massive disruptions to the transport and electricity system in Tokyo have made it impossible to ship goods out of Japan. We will keep customers informed as soon as we recieve further information on the situation, but we have been assured from Daiwa Japan that the delay should not be too long.

New Saltiga site now online!

by Bradley 8th Mar 2011

Check out the new Saltiga site now online,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

This Week on Hooked with Dave Butfield

by Bradley 16th Feb 2011

This week on Hooked Dave hooks up the Skeeter boat and heads to the little sleepy town of Moruya on the New South Wales south coast. Maruya is famous for big flathead and also holds some great bream. This week Dave uses the Daiwa tournament master Z interline Rods and also using hardbody and soft plastic lures.

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

Pro News Updated.

by Bradley 10th Feb 2011

The Pro news section has been updated with two superb reviews from opposite sides of the country.

Hal Hervey from the Bluewater stores in Western Australia reports on the new Saltiga 5000 and Tournament Master Surf rods. Click here for the pro review.

Sydney Tournament angler Greg Seeto reflects on his experience using the amazing TMZ-i 662ULFS rod. Click here for more information.

Daiwa Exist 1003 back in stock

by Bradley 10th Feb 2011

Daiwa Exist

In 2004 the Japanese tackle manufacturer Daiwa introduced the Real Four Concept – Real engine, Real control, Real endurance, Real custom setting the new standard in spinning reel design and innovation.

After setting the bench mark for high end spinning reel design Daiwa developed the world’s most advanced tournament spinning reel the Daiwa Exist.

The first thing you notice when you pick up an Exist is its weight. The machined Super Metal body and Engine plate is incredibly light weight yet exhibits amazing strength and has been ion treated to resist saltwater intrusion. This construction supports the re-vamped high accuracy Digigear drive and silent oscillation system to produce smoother rotary efficiency and increased cranking power like never before.

The Exist uses Daiwa’s ultimate reel designs, like Silent Oscillation II, Dura-aluminum machined main shaft, 2 sealed ball bearing, titanium coated Twist Buster 2 line roller and rotor brakes to name a few.

Each Exist is individually constructed, serial numbered and is made with the highest quality materials available. Designed for the serious tournament angler, the Exist is sure to set the standard for the ultimate in spinning reel technology.

For more information click here.

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 Finesse Spinning Gear available soon

by Bradley 2nd Feb 2011

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

Gekkabijin MX 2004 spinning reel – click here

Infeet Gekkabijin rods – click here