As Grant Bittle points out, the weatherโs been far from conducive for the usual Hauraki Gulf drift-fish techniques. That said, it is the perfect time of year for experimenting closer to shore with smaller kaburas and micro-jigs.
As the water in the outer Gulf warms up the chance of catching a marlin starts entering the thoughts of local anglers.
Catching marlin aside, kingfish are still hard on the charge and these mighty fish are name of the game right now.
Renowned kayak fisherman Jason Kemp doesn’t need much encouragement to get out there doing. A test of the new Viking Kayaks Tempo Two loaded with Long John Sliders was just another great reason to hit the kingfish.
Always happy to experiment the respected kayak fisho took a Kabura head and modified to hold heavy-duty Beta Bug skirts. Remarkably, this mutant lure out fished everything, including softbaits.
Wellington fishoes are delighted to see a few north-westerlies pushing warmer water down the Kapiti Coast. The should be snapper coming.
There have been some good work-ups for the observant and the dolphins seem to be the key. 40 to 45 meters has been Grant’s magic depth keeping his focus on the dolphins and the current flow. As they same in the game, “no run, no fun”
With the inner Gulf full of large, yellowtail mackerel schools, supplying the boat’s livewell tank has been easy. These perfect baits are proving key to the kingfish fishing further north towards Flat Rock.
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