Rods: 6 foot (1.8m) Medium Heavy/
heavy action graphite baitcaster rod
rated for 6-10
kg line
. We suggest Shimano Barra Raider, Barra Magnum and T-Curve For convenience, it’s hard to beat Shimano’s Revolution Inshore or Raider 3-piece travel baitcasters.
What
size rod
do you need for barramundi?
Accuracy is important when fishing for barramundi, so you want short fishing rods. Around 6ft in length is
good small
means greater accuracy when casting, which is a requirement when fishing among snags. Small rods are also easier to manage when fishing around vegetated river and creek banks.
What lures are best for barramundi?
Lures like the 4 and 5 inch Paddle Prawn are perfect for barramundi when rigged on a conventional 3/8oz jig head and 3/0 or 5/0 hook. Alternatively they can be rigged weedless on a worm hook to avoid snagging in heavy timber or weedy areas.
Who is the pound leader for barra?
This is outdated and pretty much the worst gear to work lures effectively for the big Impoundment barra. A 10-25lb baitcaster of 6’8 to 7 foot plus with a decent 200 size overhead reel and a good quality 20-50lb braid, running a minimum of 50-80lb quality fluorocarbon leader is a must.
What size hooks for barramundi?
For best results, the live baits are better off hooked through the shoulders or tail with a 3/0 to 6/0 circle hook connected to 20lb or higher mono leader.
What is a 4000 size reel good for?
Medium sized spinning reels (4000 – 5500) These are medium sized spinning reels ideal for rods in the 7-8 foot range They are best for targeting mid sized species up to about 30 pounds, and work best with 8-14lb monofilament, or 10-25lb braid.
Where is the best barramundi fishing in Australia?
The Top End, Northern Territory Encompassing Darwin and Kakadu National Park, the tropical northernmost tip of the Northern Territory or “Top End,” as it’s called, is famous for some of the best barramundi fishing in Australia.
What are the tides for barramundi fishing?
Half tide out to half tide in is the best time to fish The bottom of the tide really concentrates bait and can be the best time to fish, especially for barramundi. Neap (smallest) tides are best for lures fishing, because of the better water clarity when compared to the bigger spring tides.
What is the best moon phase for barramundi fishing?
There are two phases that have stood out for targeting barra and that is the lead-up to the full moon and the fall of the new moon period. The lead-up to the full moon will see larger quantities of bait pushing into the system with the bigger building tides, which really fires a system up.
Do barra feed at night?
Despite this, barra readily feed at night and are positively a great night time target species on lures.
How do you catch big barramundi?
Get to your location at least an hour before low tide use your sounder to locate fish and get the lure to the same depth you find fish. You will find it more successful if you troll with the current once you find your fish. Color change/ Slack water/ Bait/ depth, are all very important things to consider.
How fast do you troll for barramundi?
Shallow Trolling 0-3m If this is not possible, a shallow diving hardbody lure or comparable soft plastic between 100mm and 200mm will usually be somewhere around the ideal size. Boat speed and action may vary from 12km per hour down to slow trolling with the vessel in and out of gear.
What is a 5000 size reel good for?
Choosing a fishing rod to go with this size reel: 5000 or 50 Sized reels are of medium size and will generally marry up well with 6-7ft barra or snapper rods rated up to 10Kg or will be great to use on light-med 10-11ft surf rod rated up to 6Kg or you could even use this fishing reel on an 8-9ft general purpose rod.
How deep do Barramundi Swim?
Barramundi inhabit a wide variety of habitats in coastal waters, estuaries and lagoons in clear to turbid water up to 40 metres deep.
Where do you catch barramundi fish?
Found primarily in the northern half of Australia and in coastal areas from the
persian gulf
throughout Southeast Asia and into Papua New Guinea , Barramundi are highly sought after for both their sporting qualities and their taste.
Is barramundi high in mercury?
In most fish, the levels are very low. However, some varieties contain high levels of mercury due to their feeding habits or surrounding environment. Commercially sold fish that may contain high levels of mercury include shark (flake), ray, swordfish, barramundi, gemfish, orange roughy, ling and southern bluefin tuna.
Where do barramundi aggregate?
They aggregate with the females in estuaries and on tidal flats outside the mouths of rivers Females are capable of producing spectacular numbers of eggs; something like 2.3 million eggs per kilogram of body weight. Barramundi, like numerous other fish, are protandrous hermaphrodites.
Can you catch Barra from the beach?
Fish for saltwater barramundi along beaches and headlands. You can catch saltwater barramundi in coastal areas either by fishing off land or by boat You’ll also have the best luck fishing in calm weather. Try to schedule your fishing trip at times around a full or new moon.
Can you use braided line without a leader?
Why would you fish Braided Line without a Leader? You can throw a thinner diameter line, without worrying about adding a big chunky leader You eliminate one more potential weak spot. Tying on a leader, no matter what type of knot you use, adds one more potential weak spot to your fishing setup.
What pound leader do I need?
The best pound test leader for trout for slow presentations and with bait is 4 pound leader which is around 0.14mm thickness, and for lure fishing you want to use an 8 pound leader which is 0.20mm in diameter It’s best to buy your leader based on the diameter, not the pound test.
What size leader should I use?
In general, leader butt diameter should be approximately two thirdsthe diameter of the tip of the fly line For normal trout fishing, leader butts should be 019-. 023”.
Where do barramundi hide?
Barramundi love hiding and holding in structure such as timber snags, weed beds and rock bars They utilise these habitats to hide from the elements and predators but also to hunt unsuspecting prey.
Is a 4000 reel too big for bass?
The short answer is no, a 4000 reel is not too big for bass However, a 3000 reel or even 2500 reel is generally more adequate.
What is the difference between a 2000 and 3000 reel?
The 2000 is 40g lighter and the 3000 has more line capacity (at 0.25 diameter line 150 meters vs 220), although I’m probably will be using 0.10-0.16 braid and some mono for backing so it wouldn’t really make a difference.
How much braid can a 4000 reel hold?
With the fighting capacity of a high-end, mid-priced 4000 pretty significant these days, a capacity of 300 meters of PE2 (20-kilo braid) allows you to tackle fish well above the test weight or line class.
What size rod goes with a 2500 reel?
The 2500 or 25 size reel is my choice for dock shooting for crappie or finesse tactics for bass such as drop-shotting. I spool the reel with 6-pound line and match it with a 7-foot light action rod for dock shooting. For drop-shotting, I use 8-pound fluorocarbon line and a 6 1/2-foot medium action rod.
Are reels more important than rods?
When it comes to fishing tackle, the rod is the most important component and should be carefully selected based on your budget and type of fishing. The rod is responsible for casting, lure action, and fighting the fish.
Where can I catch barramundi in Qld?
- Fitzroy River, Rockhampton.
- Trinity Beach, Cairns.
- Lake Tinaroo, Cairns.
- Karumba, Gulf of Carpentaria.
- Mary River.
- Ross River.
- Sweers Island, Gulf of Carpentaria.
- Lake Maraboon, Central Queensland.
How do you catch a barramundi in Qld?
Barramundi can get big! Choose a quality rod and reel and at least a 20lb line When casting, try deep diving lures around existing structures like timber, rocks and weed beds. Trolling can also work well.
Sources
https://www.ebay.com/b/Spinning-Combo-Barramundi-Barra-Fishing-Rod-Reel-Combos/261031/bn_107613046
http://fishwrecked.com/forum/barramundi-rod-reel-bought