Snapper Fishing North Head

Morning session targeting reds today, shame the Morwong wasn’t red!
Today’s conditions was an extreme test of my balance and perseverance. Sloppy, windy, wet, choppy, rain, repeat. It’s safe to say the swell forecast was way off.
Fishing started off slow and then picked up at the change of tide. The tax man showed up 3 times and made light effort of the 20lb leader.
On the way back the swell was at an angle from behind me, occasionally I would get hit by a big set which would scare the crap out of me. Every time this happened I swear it was saying “Surprise xxxxxx!" insert quote from the character James Doakes from the tv series Dexter.
Water temp 22-23C
Gear used:
Rod: Daiwa TD Black V2 Mangrove Masher 642MFS
Reel: Daiwa 21 Caldia MQ LT3000
Line: #tasline Elite PE1 (15lb)
Leader: #sunline FC Rock 20lb
Hook: 1/0 and 2/0 #gamakatsu octopus circle hook
Bait: squid and yakka strips

[@frizzle9199]

Nice video mate. That swell looks fierce, do you take anything for seasickness when you go out?

[@bradleyseeto]

yea that particular day was pretty sloppy. No I don't take anything as I got my sea legs when I was a kid fishing with my dad. Lots of fond memories throwing up over the side of the boat!

[@frizzle9199]

@@bradleyseeto 🤣 oh yes, I don't throw up anymore thankfully.... the rough stuff just makes me nauseous till I get back on land

[@HamedAli-qf7ym]

mubarak mubarak mubarak....