20g metal X 8lb braid X Bonito X Sydney Ledge - Bugsy Fishing Ep 38 4K

In Episode 38 Bugsy takes us rock fishing at a Sydney ledge using a light setup with a 20g metal lure, 8lb braid, 12lb mono leader, and 3000 size reel. The target is bonito, a great little pelagic sport fish and not bad on the chew either. Rock fishing is dangerous and requires a high level of experience and knowledge of the ocean. Stay safe on the ledge. Always wear a lifejacket, suitable apparel and shoes. Fish with friends and look out for each other. Only fish when conditions are safest. Enjoy the vid!
GEAR
Rod: Shimano Raider 7'6" Snapper model
Reel: Shimano Stradic Ci4+ 3000
Line: 8lb braid (found some old line in the garage)
Leader: 12lb monofilament

[@safwanshaikh2289]

I live vicariously through your content 😂

[@bugsyfishing]

Cheers, I know the feeling. Been good to get out there recently

[@dandotcraig1]

i love the kmart halco twisty knock off

[@bugsyfishing]

I haven't used one of them for ages but good little lure for sure

[@jakespey]

Ah dude, that was a good one. That "Muthos lift" really sits in the spine and autonomous nerve system doesn't it? Poor little rod. Anyway, off to Ottos for something new and fun eh? Grabbed another Zenaq in Melbourne over Xmas, will hit home pool/ledge next week, looking forward to it! See you boys around.

[@bugsyfishing]

Haha... yes a rookie move with that rod. Oh well, it had a good run. Yep, time to find a replacement. Nice you got a new rod. Hopefully the fish cooperate. See you out there

[@doxtoko9066]

Light gear all day 🔥like a boss

[@bugsyfishing]

Cheers, fun little session

[@bugsyfishing]

Cheers, fun little session

[@IBFishingaus]

Only just started watching you’re vids and you’ve learnt me a lot stuff about rock fishing great vid

[@bugsyfishing]

Thanks mate

[@IBFishingaus]

@@bugsyfishing np, just wondering when I’m using a metal for Bonnie’s and frigate etc is there a way I can make it not on the surface? Like do I have to let it sink

[@bugsyfishing]

@@IBFishingaus yeah, let it sink for a bit then it will give you some room before it hits the surface. They work on the surface too though and makes for some good visuals

[@IBFishingaus]

@@bugsyfishing thank you I’ll do that on Tuesday when I’m going for Bonnie’s and frigates

[@bugsyfishing]

@@IBFishingaus pointing your rod down at the water helps too

[@justinadams5159]

For last couple years or more I’ve been using Arma Metallik metals, admittedly with modest results. However that goes for all my fishing. Still reckon in the right hands, these metals deadly. It was interesting to me watching you, very quickly getting setting that hook. I’ve got a big problem with that side of my fishing. Losing so many fish, mainly Fathead fishing with soft plastics, just a natural fear of pulling it away from them and pulling hooks, getting too tentative and not setting that bloody hook already!!😊

[@bugsyfishing]

I hadn't heard of those before but just checked them out and they look pretty similar. They would work for sure. Yeah, setting the hook is super important especially with light gear but it also species specific. After dropping a couple this session it reminded me to make the effort

[@joelackerman986]

Great information! This is my plan for the next outing, do you fish south Sydney at all?

[@bugsyfishing]

Thanks Joel. Yeah, I fish all over Sydney. There have been bonito everywhere lately

[@darnsmall]

do you find much of a difference between the 20g and the bigger sizes? I use the 40g a lot and have had a lot of success. Also do you notice they're more inclined to go for the lighter lines? Looks quite challenging trying to land them..

[@bugsyfishing]

I think it depends on the day. Sometimes they will eat a range of sizes and profiles. Other days they seem to hone in on certain sizes. I use 40g and 60g with my medium set up. 20g weight has always been a favourite of mine for casting with the lighter gear. And yes, I think the lighter leader can make a difference on those days where they are being more fickle for sure

[@Davide608]

At what time of the day is this?

[@bugsyfishing]

Morning. Just after sunrise

[@rowan.fashion]

How heavy was the rod you were using?

[@bugsyfishing]

It was a 5-8kg 7'6" Shimano Snapper rod. Made a mistake on this post earlier. Thought it was a different vid

[@harrygoodenough]

Might have to try catch some on a flatty combo and a small metal

[@bugsyfishing]

For sure!

[@grunty3743]

Hey mate love the content would love to see more uploads. Just wondering if you can implement the same technique with other metal lures like jigs (the verticle ones used off boats). Im asking as im struggling to find variety with metal lures from stores like bcf and anaconda. Thanks mate

[@bugsyfishing]

Thanks mate. The metal I'm using here should be pretty easy to find and cheap. Check your local tackle store. The ones we spin with like that have the hook on the back, so designed for high speed spinning. Some of the jigs you use off the boat can be used off the rocks too. I would go for the tear drop shaped ones that flutter on the drop in 20g-80g depending on what gear you are using. And use various jigging styles to see what is working on the day. There are specialised shore jigging jigs that are made of zinc and flutter more. And you need a shore jigging rod to get the best results. Sometimes you can spin those ones and it will work but I find more success when I use a jigging action. Hope that helps

[@grunty3743]

@bugsyfishing mate your an absolute bloody legends thanks so much

[@bugsyfishing]

@@grunty3743 you're welcome. Hope you get some fish

[@grunty3743]

@@bugsyfishing looking forward to more vids👍

[@jnorcic]

I've had some good results from the Daiwa OT metals. Available in 20, 40 and 60gms and in 5 colour variations. I think they're reasonably priced.

[@austindunn661]

Hey mate, awesome video displaying how simple it is to catch fish on cheap and light gear. I don't want any secret spot but just wanna know a good spot to start rock fishing, any suggestions?

[@bugsyfishing]

Hey Austin, thanks mate. There are lots of good ledges in Sydney Harbour and there have been bonito, tailor, salmon and kingfish schooling up in there recently

[@austindunn661]

Okay cheers bud 👊 Also was wondering about the cleats u use ? Are they something u can get from a bcf or online ?

[@bugsyfishing]

@@austindunn661 they are Snowline Chainsen Pro. Lots of options online

[@yimingli3513]

YoYoYo😏😏😏😏

[@bugsyfishing]

Hey! Let's fish!

[@gaylordbartolome9679]

Hey mate checking your fishing location can you pls share thanks

[@0whc]

No

[@bugsyfishing]

Sydney ocean ledge mate. I hear the harbour is fishing well though