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Thursday, April 24, 2008

rapala history



It all began with a hungry Finnish guy and a carving knife. It was the 1930s when a simple fisherman made an observation of simple genius: Big fish eat little fish, especially little fish that are wounded. So begins the greatest fishing story ever told. As Lauri Rapala fished the waters of Finland’s Lake Paijanne, he quietly rowed and watched. And what he saw was how hungry predator fish would dart into a school of minnows and attack the one that swam with a slightly off-center wobble. Over and over again.

Lauri realized that if he could craft a lure that mimicked the movements of a wounded minnow, he could catch more fish, earn more money, and not spend time constantly baiting lines. So Lauri set to work. He whittled. Carved. And shaved. Eventually a lure began to take shape. Using a shoemaker’s knife and some sandpaper, he created his first successful lure from cork in 1936. Tinfoil from chocolate bars formed the lure’s outer surface. Melted photographic negatives the protective coating. But most importantly, it perfectly imitated the action of a wounded minnow. Legend has it that Lauri sometimes caught 600 pounds of fish a day with that new lure. And as word of his abundant catches spread, the lure’s reputation grew. The rest, as they say, is history. That first lure was the forefather to the lure that has helped more fishermen experience the thrill of more big fish than any other: the legendary Original Floating™ Rapala.

* The wiggle fish can’t resist. As fishermen around the world began to catch more and bigger fish with Rapala’s lure, it became clear that what triggered them was the lure’s tantalizing wiggle and wobble. Because even though fish throughout the world were different, predators and baitfish always acted true to form. Big fish hammers wounded little fish. That’s why Lauri tested each lure to make sure it swam true to the unique “wounded-minnow action.” It wasn’t the fastest way to make a fishing lure. But it was the only way to make a Rapala. (To this day, Rapala lures are hand-tuned and tank-tested to swim perfectly right out of the box.) It’s an action as distinct to a Rapala as a fingerprint is to a person. An action no other company has been able to duplicate.

And so with every unforgettable trip of a lifetime, every successful Saturday afternoon with a kid at the local fishing hole, the Rapala legend grew. And a deep-seated trust began to form between anglers and Rapala. Weekenders became hardcore. Dads became heroes. And more and more fishermen began reaching for Rapala again and again.

A good day fishing. The undisputed mother of invention. For millions, success could be measured by the growing number of trophy fish caught on Rapala lures. (To this day, no other lure holds more world records.) And because we at Rapala are fishermen first, we know not only what our fellow fishermen need, but what they can’t live without. Like when the Shad Rap® exploded onto the scene like a surface-to-air bass hellbent on dinner. Word of the Shad Rap’s amazing ability to catch fish spread like wildfire. Tackle shops sold out across the country. Resort owners and mom-and-pop bait shops rented out Shad Raps by the day. And even by the hour. (Yes, it was that good.) Twenty years later it’s still one of fishing’s most successful lures.

Likewise, the moment Rapala introduced Fish ’n Fillet® knives they enhanced the fishing experience for millions. Until then, fishermen had a long and grizzly history of clumsily whittling down a prized catch to something resembling a fillet of songbird. The tapered design and unique flexibility of the Fish ’n Fillet made filleting easier, which is why to this day they’re still the number one fillet knives in the world. And so a foundation was laid. The successes of the Original Floater,™ Shad Rap® , and Fish ’n Fillet were followed by other Rapala products that found their way into tackle boxes and history books. Lures like the Magnum,® the Rattlin’ Rapala,® the Fat Rap,® the CountDown,® the Husky Jerk,™ and the limited edition Tail Dancer.™

All the world is your honey hole. There’s a reason more fishermen around the world put their faith in Rapala. It’s a confidence that stretches through 140 countries and is validated each year by the 20 million Rapala lures sold. Simply put, Rapala products make better fishermen. Nothing rushed to market, but carefully crafted from years of experience. No shortcuts. No gimmicks. No flash in the pan, next greatest things. It is a legacy of unwavering quality that can be seen in every lure, every fillet knife, every tool, and every cast of our premium monofilament line. A legacy that continues with new Rapala offerings like premium graphite rods, the world’s first long casting line, and more new lures, new actions, new sizes, new colors, new finishes, and new ways of catching more fish.

The sweet smell of success lingers long after the scent of fish slime fades. Tens of millions of walleye, trout, bass, wahoo, snook and tarpon later, Rapala continues to stand the test of time. Through the industry’s ups and downs. Through the coldest cold fronts. Because through it all, one simple truth has endured. That which is irresistible to fish will always be irresistible to the fisherman.

Shimano NAVI 8000 PG




Compact yet powerful. The Navi PG has more powerful gear ratio than standard Navi, making it an ideal reel for jigging or fighting large aggressive fish. Large handle knobs on a power handle provide better grip during fishing even in wet conditions. Cold Forged Spool, Super Stopper II and A-RB makes the NAVI PG a serious contender in the field of saltwater fishing.

Features :

- Gear Ratio : 5.2:1
- 4A-RB + 1 RB
- Reel Weight : 595g/21.3oz
- Line Capacity (PE/m) : 2.5/490, 3/400, 5/240, 6/180

Thursday, April 17, 2008

Grouper


kerapu

Grouper
The Serranidae is large and important family of fish, consisting of more than 375 species. These are mostly temperate and tropical marine fish, ranging size from less than 30 cm (12 in) to about 3.7 m (12 ft), and are found near rocks, reef, wrecks, and piers in coastal waters. The larger members of the family are robust, sharp-toothed, basslike fish, which live near the bottom and feed on fish, crustaceans, and shell fish. They tend to be solitary rather than schooling, except at spawning time, and the individuals of many species change sex as they grow: they mature and breed as females, and become males when grow older and larger.
FISHING NOTES
Techniques
Bottom fishing and trolling, using natural or artificial baits, are effective methods for these species. Big species easily found offshore of Terengganu near the oil rigs. Black seabass are also taken from jetties, docks, breakwaters, and piers on saltwater spinning gear and light, general-purpose tackle.
Tackle
For bottom fishing, use a 13.6 to 22.7 kg (30 to 50 lb) class boat rod with a 4/0 to 6/0 multiplier reel and 13.6 to 22.7 kg (30 to 50 lb) mono line; terminal tackle should be a running leger with an 85 to 227 b (3 to 8 oz) pyramid- or bomb-shaped sinker and 2/0 to 6/0 hook. For trolling, try a 36.3 kg (80 lb) class road with a 9/0 multiplier reel, 36.3 kg (80 lb) mono line, a heavy wire leader and 10/0 hook. But trolling on this type of species is not very popular in Malaysia.
Baits
Fish, squid, worms, shrimps, clams, and crab are good baits for bottom fishing. But here mostly of the time they use fillet fish. You can also use natural baits for trolling, as can plugs, spinners, spoons, and feathers especially near rocky reef.
Note: Red Grouper & Jewfish
The red grouper inhabits rocky reefs as depth of 24 to 120 m (80 to 400 ft), but small individuals are sometimes found near the shore in shallow water. This grouper is recognizable by its blotched, reddish coloration, its squared-off tail, and the even top edge of its dorsal fin; the lining of its mouth is orange or deep red. It can attain a weight of 23 kg (50 lb) or more, and fights hard when hooked on light tackle.

This huge grouper (Jewfish) is known to reach a length of 2.4 m (8 ft) and a weight of 310 kg (680 lb), and may grow to 454 kg (1,000 lb) or more. Despite its size, it lives in shallow water - usually not deeper than 30 m (100 ft) - and is found around rocky ledges, wrecks, and pilings. It is not a hard fighter, but its size and weight, and its habit make it difficult to land. The Queensland grouper and Indo-Pacific species, is even even larger and can grow to 3.7 m (12 ft) and over 500 kg (1,100 lb).

Tuesday, April 15, 2008

Costa Del Mar - Fathom - 580 Series


Product Description:
Hard-core sunglasses for hard-core saltwater junkies. These co-injected cold-molded frames combine perfect fit with the best polarized lenses on the planet to give you maximum comfort and vision on the water. A true sportsman is always prepared, so keep an extra pair in your tackle box. The frame size is large and are made with integral hinges.

Minnkota - Riptide Pro-Mount Series Trolling Motors - Saltwater Bow Mount


Product Description:
Why give 100% when you can get by with 50%? Our exclusive Lift-Assist cuts the heavy lifting in half. With apologies to our freshwater friends – the physical demands of serious saltwater fishing are multiplied to the nth degree. Bigger water. Bigger fish. Temperatures that can wilt even the strongest of anglers. That’s why salty veterans are turning to our new Riptide Pro. With exclusive Lift-Assist, it cuts the heavy lifting by 50%…making a long day on the water a cool breeze to handle. Features are: * Digital Maximizer. Up to five times longer run time on a single charge Conventional speed coil technology wastes energy by delivering a constant steady flow of power to the motor regardless of the speed setting resulting in wasted energy. * Pioneered in 1985 Minn Kotas innovative Maximizer technology delivers the precise amount of power needed at any setting along with variable speed control. Now our advanced digital microprocessing optimizes draw to extend battery life and reduce damaging heat. Get up to five times longer run time on a single charge. * Tilt Twist Tiller. Puts natural outboard convenience in the palm of your hand. Quick access. Instant response. Multi-position handle. * Advanced Corrosion Protection. Riptide features premium-grade marine alloys including aluminum upper arms that are virtually impervious to oxidative corrosion (rust). Metals undergo a rigid multi-step cleaning process before being anodized or coated with a special zinc dichromate armor plating. All components are then finished with a 5-mil TGIC polyester powder coat paint. * Sacrificial Anode A. Patented sacrificial anode protects the motor from galvanic corrosion. Saltwater attacks the zinc anode (discretely located on the prop hub) which can be easily replaced when necessary. The result is better protection and longer motor life * Cool Quiet Power. Nothing runs cooler or more quietly than Minn Kota. Extra large windings and commutators are used to dissipate heat resulting in cooler operation extended battery power and longer motor life. A unique bearing system produces low rpms/high torque to cut down on fish-spooking noise so quiet theyll never hear you coming. * Indestructible Composite Shaft. The standard of the industry since 1991 Pound for pound our ultra high-yield composite material has been tested to be three times the strength of stainless steel. Virtually indestructible it flexes on impact and then returns to its original position. Unlike stainless steel will not kink break rust or corrode guaranteed for life.

Mustad - Croaker Hook


Product Description:
Croaker Wide Hook - This is a great premium hook for live bait fishing ... it hooks quick and holds fast! 1 X Strong Wire - Duratin Finish - Ring Eye - Reversed Point.

Williamson Lures - Tandem Assist Hooks


Product Description:
2 Strong VMC Perma Steel hooks linked with Dacron to form a very effective double assist hook rig.Ê Complete with extra strong split ring and solid stainless steel ring.

Shimano Torsa




Product Description:
High Speed, High Power. With the release of Torsa, Shimano included the largest gear they could build. This gear is 22% larger than the Trinidad drive gear and 67% larger than the venerated TLD 25. The amount of power generated by Torsa's "drivetrain, oversized handle shank and Ergonomic Power Grip is unbelievable. Power of the reel is a Super Stopper one-way roller bearing with Assist Stopper back-up ratchet anti-reverse system. The system has no backplay for solid hooksetting power and the reliability of two anti-reverse systems. "The oversized drag washer, can generate" incredible drag pressures for a reel its size, and is created using the same proven material used in" the Tiagra series of 2-Speed lever drag reels. Castability - Meticulous machining of the Cold Forged Aluminum spool, the overall weight of the spool was reduced to lower the startup inertia. At the same time, most of the mass is distributed outward. This results in the spool spinning longer, just like a bicycle wheel, where the tire and rim contain most of the wheel's mass." Variable Braking System uses centrifugal force to slow down the spool at the beginning of the cast, then reduces the braking force as the spool slows. This gives a much more consistent spool speed, which translates into a more manageable cast. And lastly, the handle side of the spool is taller than the non-handle side. This extended spool lip gives the angler a very consistent surface to thumb during the cast. It has shown to be valuable in testing, as it provides more manageability than thumbing the inconsistent surface of the line on the spool. Rapid Fire Quick Change Drag Cam System - With the new Rapid Fire Quick Change Drag Cam System found exclusively on Torsa, this versatile reel can change to cater to specific techniques. By simply putting the reel into freespool and backing off the preset knob, the angler removes the drag cam from the reel. Then, by inserting one of 8 available Rapid Fire drag cams, you completely change how the reel is set up to fish within a matter of seconds. No tools required, and no screws to fall onto the deck of the boat. On the attached PDF you will see these 8 different drag curves and the specific fisheries they are applicable to. From light line world record seekers, to braided line fanatics looking to tackle huge fish on small tackle, to the specific needs of chunk fishermen in the Northeast, Torsa can do it all. Torsa comes equipped with our L.R.S. (Long Range Special) Rapid Fire Drag Cam, which was made popular by reels in our Tiagra line. There are 7 other cams available at your Torsa retailer depending upon your target fisheries. Each of the Torsa reels contains the following features: Super Stopper. Assist Stopper. Ratcheting Drag Lever. Ergonomic Power Handle. Clicker. Metal Series.

Shimano Sedona




Product Description:
Shimano Sedona Series - Sedona is one of the best all around, quality reels in America. Shimano Sedona features instant anti-reverse and extraordinary smoothness. "Power Roller" helps eliminate line twist for trouble-free fishing all day long. Sedona is available in three models, the 2000 to the 6000. The 2000 through 6000 include a spare graphite spool. The 4000 is great for heavy lines and rods, and can handle anything freshwater has to offer. The Sedona is a strong and smooth spinning reel at an unbeatable price. The new Shimano Sedona FB reels have a Floating Shaft to reduce friction between the pinion gear and spool shaft for smoothness and durability.

The Callisto


Product Description:
Combining plenty of high-performance qualities into a small, 7.9-ounce package, the Callisto gets you ready for the water without emptying your wallet. The Super Stopper anti-reverse and Assist Stopper back-up anti-reverse combine to promote instantaneous hooksetting power. The high-speed 6.2:1 gear ratio pulls in 26" of line with every rotation of the handle. It has one ball bearing and one roller bearing, along with a durable graphite frame and sideplates with plated thumbrest. The Easy Mag magnetic cast control system provides a true free-spool setting. And the spools are made of solid aluminum.

Thursday, April 10, 2008

Fishing location which is located in Pasir Gudang Johor.


Jeti Tanjung Langsat


pemandangan yang indah


Jeti nelayan tempatan


Pandangan dari hadapan


Pelantar yang mengikut pasang surut air


Memancing dari atas pelantar amat seronok


Antara gugusan rakit di Tanjung Langsat


Dari sini anda dapat melihat kapal kargo parking
( sebenarnya kapal ini merupakan salah satu lubuk pancing bagi ikan tetanda dan tebal pipi )


Anda boleh bertanya tentang pancingan di atas rakit di sini


Pemandangan dari atas jeti

Today I will talk about fishing location which is located in Pasir Gudang Johor. In Pasir Gudang there were many spot point for fishing, example at the jetty Tanjung Langsat's village, this jetty build by stone, it used by local fisherman to unloading their catch. But because most of the local fishermen here have their own jetty, being this jetty under-utilised. so many angle comes bringing their family to release tension while fishing. The view here is very beautiful with line of fishing stakes, village view and here also you can see cargo ship parking at port of Tanjung Langsat nearby this jetty. this vilage also have many seafood restaurants that one can visit after being tired fishing. If you want to try fishing on stakes, you can ask the local people. Rates imposed is RM15 a person .

Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Fishing Trip At Belungkur (Kota Tinggi Johor)


aku dan ketarap 4.5 kg


kerapu 2 kg


pak yah dan kerapu


hasil di belungkur


hasil belungkur


bahrin dan kerapu


karang batu

aku dan kerapu 1.5 kg


Hallo to all readers. Today I will talk about my fishing trip in Belungkur Kota Tinggi Johor. This 12 hrs trip are made at 01/04/2008, which joined by I (yaziz), bahrin and pak yah (zakaria). We start this trip with rent a boat in kongkong this boat are joint with YAMAHA ENDURO 15 horsepower engine from a tenant boat. At this time we only use life prawn and perumpun as the bait. Our first stop is under the new bridge that connect Pasir Gudang to Desaru. There were many Grouper staying at this area. We successfully fished 4 grouper here by using life prawn as bait. All grouper here scale at 1.5 to 2.5 kg. Our Second stop is in Belungkur water territorial, where a lot of coral cluster that become a play ground for fish . First coral area that we visit named are Stony Coral. Here we land variety of fish as grouper, ketarap, red-sea-perch and tetanda (unga) having size 1 to 4.5 kg.And our last stop is in a fishing stakes (kelong) that have a big togok before it and this stakes is belonging to Mr Kain. Here we also successfully ground several grouper, ketarap and tetanda (unga) having size at 1 to 2 kg. Our Trip ended at the 6:30 PM and overall catch hit 25 kg. .

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