SHORT "ITCH-CURING" SESSION

Went for a quick session in the noon which turns out pretty disappointing, with only 3 small guys out to "welcome" me. All of them were set on my trusty Jackall Chubby Vibration, which on a more optimistic point of view, helps me build up more confidence on this lure.

Rod - Majorcraft Corzza BFS 3-10lb
Reel - Shimano Aldebaran BFS XG
Line - Sufix Castable FC 8lb
Lure - Jackall Chubby Vibration

TOPWATER DAY!!!

As usual, friday is dedicated to fishing, however, the day started out badly which I had to wait out a thunderstorm before heading to the usual spot. The trip started out very slowly, and it was not until I switched to my trusty popper that I managed to get several missed strikes. Throughout the day, I continued to get short strikes from whatever lures I used, but at least I managed to land 2 of them on topwater, making the day a tad better.

Rod - Majorcraft Corzza 3-10lb
Reel - Shimano Aldebaran BFS XG
Line - Sufix Castable FC 8lb
Lure - Jackall SK-Pop

First fish of the day was a small one.

Ending the day with a decent 4lb-er which gives a good fight on BFS set-up.

Jackall SK-Pop, the lure of the day.

1st visit to pay-pond in S'pore

Since Fishing Paradise is closing soon, my friend and I decided to pay our first visit there before it's gone forever. My plan was to bait throughout the day, but I have only got one fish for the whole 4 hours, which is a walking catfish that became my current personal best for the species. Eventually, boredom got over me and decided to try out luring for the remaining 2 hours. Surprisingly, my bite rate increased after changing to lure, registering several hits on my IMA Flit 120 and Jackall TN50, but none managed to stay hooked, until I finally hooked one on the Jackall TN50, only to realised that it was foul-hooked by the tail, giving me a strong fight that even made me thought that a have caught a good-size fish. Recalling the incident, I must be really lucky to land it without much difficulties, considering the low chances of foul-hooking when i'm using singe de-barbed hooks.Nevertheless, t's still a fish caught on lure and also my first rohu. $24 for 2 fish is considered decent for me and I will definitely be back soon for the bigger fishes.

Rod - Rapala Shadow 8-17lb
Reel - Abu Garcia REVO Premier (Gen. 3)
Line - Power pro braided 20lb
Lure - Jackall TN50

Rod - Rapala Shadow 8-17lb
Reel - Abu Garcia REVO Premier (Gen. 3)
Line - Power pro braided 20lb
Bait - Dead goldfish

WELCOME TO THE "10-LB" CLUB

The day started off with a blast by scoring a 11lb cichla temensis, which helped me fufil one of my target of getting a "double-digit" fish within this year. It all started when i decided to stop at a certain spot to give topwater a try, especially when when water surface is calm with slight breeze, my favourite condition for topwater fishing. Within a few cast, it proved that my choice was right with a huge take on my Jackall SK-Pop, but did not connect. Since the fish have revealed itself, i continue casting to the area where the lure was attacked and true enough the surface once again exploded on my 3rd cast and this time, the fish was hooked. The fight was the best i ever had, with the fish making multiple long, powerful runs that had my line peeling off. After an exciting battle, the fish finally succumbed to fatigue and I am sure this is the one that will break my personal best record once again. Just when i thought it's all over, my kaki assisting me in landing the fish lost his grip on the boga, and the fish once again made a final dash, with the boga still on it's mouth, but eventually, we got the fish back. Recalling the battle, what a close shave it was! As usual, after a few picture, the fish was released unharmed, hoping we could cross path again in the future.

The set-up:

Rod - Majorcraft Corzza 3-8lb

Reel - Shimano Aldebaran BFS XG

Line - Sufix Castable FC 8lb

Lure - Jackall SK-Pop

Close-up shot of the lure that did the job.

The damage - one broken hook point of the rear hook, good the the others held on strongly.

There's no better way to end this exciting day with a scenic view of the sunset

UPDATE - SMALL GUYS AS USUAL

It's been quite awhile since i updated this blog. So as usual, have been fishing regularly and getting the usual small guys along the way.

Set on the Jackall Chubby Vibration.

Jackall Chubby Vibration claimed another victim, performing well in stained water conditions.

When the lures did not produce, the next thing to turn to is baiting.

A decent one on topwater Jackall SK-Pop.

smallie madness

Did some fishing recently and was warmly welcomed by the smallies...
Managed to get good quantity of bites, but failed miserably in trying to get some quality bites.
Guess I cant complain much for landing 7 in 3 days, all set on either the Jackall TN50 or Jackall Super Eruption Jr.

Hot on topwater!!

Fishing again at the usual spot and was lucky enough to chance upon a school of "teenage" speckled peacock bass that aggressively attacked my popper numerous times despite none being connected. Still, persistence paid off and was rewarded with yet another topwater fish...seems like I'm hot on topwater bites recently. More importantly, this 3lb-er allowed me to continue my "unbeaten" run to 5 trips at this spot, sooo lets see how long can this record last. Unfortunately, my day could be made a lil' tad better if not for a lost fish on my DUO Realis Spinbait 60 due to opened hooks. But no worries! I'll be back for revenge soon.

Rod - Rapala Kevyt 3-8lb

Reel - Shimano Alivio 2500

Line - Spiderwire Camo-braid 10lb

Lure - DUO Realis Popper 64