The Bream Fishing Project

Episode 40: Vic Bream Classic, Hopkins River, Warrnambool, 16/17 September 2023

Welcome to "Vic Bream Classic Hopkins River Episode of The Bream Fishing Project," your go-to podcast for all things bream fishing. In this special episode, we're taking you on a thrilling journey to the banks of the Hopkins River, where the 2023 Glenelg Hopkins CMA BCF Bream Classic unfolded in epic fashion. Experience the heart-pounding action as Team Lowrance Millerods, Paul Malov and Alex Franchuk, demonstrate the power of persistence. With only one fish in their bag by noon, they made a calculated decision to return to their starting point, resulting in a phenomenal one-hour comeback to win the tournament with a bag of 10/10 Bream, totaling a whopping 7.72kg. Explore the fierce competition between top teams, including Team Samurai Rods with Dan Mackrell and Declan Betts, who clinched the second spot with their impressive 10/10 bream weighing 7.62kg. Listen to the journey of Team Fishin.com.au, who secured third place with their own 10/10 bream, registering 6.34kg on the scales. We'll also delve into the prestigious awards handed out during the event, including the Sunline Best Bag, Graham Taylor Memorial Trophy, JML Anglers Alliance Big Bream, Hurricane Monster Movers Prize, and the heartwarming tale of the Shimano Junior Angler Prize, highlighting the generosity and camaraderie that make the angling community special. Whether you're a seasoned bream fishing pro or simply someone who appreciates a good competition, "The Bream Fishing Project" provides an immersive and educational experience. Join us as we cast our lines into the riveting world of competitive bream fishing and revisit the unforgettable moments that defined the 2023 Glenelg Hopkins CMA BCF Bream Classic.

Episode 39: WATA , Boat Show Round 3, Swan River 16 - 17 September 2023

Welcome to the West Australian Tournament Fishing Boat Show Round 3 episode! In this episode, we delve into the captivating world of competitive fishing, recounting the highlights of the tournament and celebrating the top performers. In third place, we find the formidable team of Alex Griesdorf and Ben Oakes. Alex makes a triumphant return to the Bream Fishing Project with another solid result, showcasing his skills in catching the elusive bream. What's the secret to his success? Well, most of his bags were reeled in using the innovative Pygmy Mussel from Blue Lip Baits. You won't want to miss the details of their strategy and the moments that secured them a podium finish. In the runner-up spot, we have Stuart McCarthy and Aden Miller, who decided to stick with man-made structures as well. These skilled anglers brought in a fantastic kicker fish on both days of the tournament, along with two remarkably consistent bags. Their secret weapon? The deadly combination of Blue Lip Baits Pygmy Mussel and Zipbaits Rigge 56 hardbody lures. Tune in to find out how they executed their game plan and came close to claiming the top spot. Now, let's talk about the impressive mother and son duo, Jenny and Joseph Gardner, who not only held onto their day 1 lead but dominated the competition to clinch the first-place title. Their catch included the big bream of the day, weighing in at 1.160kg! How did they do it? They expertly fished man-made structures with the new Blue Lip Baits Pygmy Mussel in Dark Night and Muddy Bank colours. Their technique involved precision casting, allowing the bait to sink before delivering short and subtle hops – a strategy that paid off handsomely!   Join us as we explore the captivating stories, strategies, and triumphs of the West Australian Tournament Fishing Boat Show Round 3. Whether you're an avid angler or simply a fan of competitive fishing, this podcast episode is a must-listen!      

Episode 38: Hobie Kayak, St Georges Basin, September 16-17-2023

 Dive into the thrilling world of competitive kayak fishing in this riveting episode of "Hobie Kayak Fishing Adventures." Join us as we embark on a journey to the picturesque St Georges Basin, nestled along the enchanting south coast of New South Wales, to cover the intense 2023 round of the Hobie kayak fishing series. With over 100 avid anglers testing their skills against the elusive bream over two action-packed days, only 56 anglers managed to hook and land at least one of these prized catches. In a surprising turn of events, there were no full bags of fish, even for the top contenders. Our episode begins with an in-depth conversation with the third-place winner and a seasoned angler, Mr. Peter Nord of Hurricane Lures. As the creator of Hurricane Lures, Peter brings a wealth of experience both in the art of fishing and the competitive fishing scene. Join us for an engaging interview that provides unique insights into fishing techniques and the lure fishing industry. In second place, we have Jesse Thompson, representing New South Wales. Jesse's journey in the Hobie kayak fishing tournament is nothing short of inspiring. Despite catching only two fish on the first day, Jesse made a remarkable comeback on Sunday, securing not only three fish but also some impressive upgrades. Discover Jesse's tactics and his incredible rise in this gripping segment. And finally, taking the top spot as the newcomer to the Hobie kayak fishing scene is Andrew Smith. Andrew's victory in this tournament marked his first win in kayak fishing, and he achieved it with exceptional style. Listen closely to Andrew's captivating story, which reveals that persistence pays off, as he secured his first win late in the game. Andrew's transition from a trout angler to a successful bream chaser is a testament to his versatility as an angler. If you're an angling enthusiast or just someone looking for inspiration, this episode will reignite your passion for fishing. After hearing the ups and downs of the competition, you'll be eager to hit the water again, especially with the Australian championships on the horizon. Join us for an exciting and informative episode that showcases the true spirit of kayak fishing and the determination of anglers to succeed.      

Episode 37: Brett Geddes Super Show Part 2

Episode 36: Brett Geddes Super Show Part 1

Episode 35 : Vic Bream Classic East Gippsland Bream Classic 27- 27 August ,2023

Episode 34: Part 2 ABT Dawia Bream Series Qualifier, Gold Coast, 12 - 13 August 2023

🎣 Exciting news! Part two of our amazing episode is now live! We had the privilege of chatting with three experienced anglers who have been in the competition scene for years. If you missed part one, make sure to go back and catch up before diving into this one. The boater and non-boater stories complement each other perfectly, offering unique perspectives on their experiences.   🔥 This round was sponsored by Rapala / Crush City, and each angler received a sample pack of their new soft plastics. We believe it made a significant impact on the results. Tune in to both episodes to hear our thoughts on it!   🎙️ First up, we have Mick Horn, a Rapala employee who played a crucial role in designing the new range of plastics. He shares valuable insights on how to use these lures effectively. Mick and Tim Morgan, also from Rapala, were paired with Joel McKenzie and Lance Marsh on alternate days. Joel finished in 2nd place, while Lance secured 4th place. Don't miss this fantastic interview!   🎣 Next, we welcome back Steve Morgan, who has been having a fantastic year using his Garmin Live Scope and 3lb straight through fluorocarbon. Check out his YouTube page for more exciting videos on how he achieves impressive results. Steve provides an in-depth account of his fishing techniques and graciously acknowledges Steve Wilson's victory.   🏆 Lastly, we have Steve Wilson, a true veteran in bream competitions. After years of fishing and placing in various events, this was his first qualifier win. You can hear the joy and relief in his voice during this interview. It's a fitting end to this mammoth two-part episode!   🎧 This double episode is a personal favorite, and I hope you enjoy it as much as I enjoyed putting it together! Don't forget to tune in and let us know your thoughts. Happy fishing! 🎣🎙️ #TheBreamFishingProject #PodcastEpisode #AnglersUnite

Episode 33: Part 1 ABT Daiwa Bream Series Qualifyer, Gold Coast, 12-13 August 2023

This is was another great round from the Abt Daiwa bream series. With six angler interveiws over two parts, this is one not to be missed.  This round was sponsored by Rapala, and marks the recent lauch of the Crush City range of soft plastics designed and developed in Australia. Each angler was given a mix of different soft plastics at the briefing on Friday night. Tune in to see how this affected the results! First up we have Jordan Armstrong who placed third in the Non - boater division. I must say it was an absolute pleasure to speak with Jordan. Jordan was paired up whith two awesome boaters. On day one , he fished with Steve Wilson and was able to to catch his three fish many times over. Then on day two he was paired with Anthony Wishey. I spoke with Jordan at length about fishing with Anthony and I was so impressed by what Jordan had to say, I recorded an angler interview with Anthony that will be aired on The Australian Lure Fishing Podcast tomorrow. Make sure you listen in to hear what Jordan has to say. If you are on the fence about fishing an ABT round, this may push you over the edge. Next up I spoke with Joel Mckenzie. While Joel has not been on The Bream Fishing Project previously, he has been mentioned before. Back in episode 22, I spoke with the non - boater winner Lance Marsh who is Joels father in-law. If you have not heard this interview I encourage you to go back and have a listen. The other interesting thing about this round is that Lance and Joel were paried with the same boaters. Joel had Tim Morgan on Saturday and Mick Horn on Sunday. Lance had Mick Horn on Saturday and Tim Morgan on Sunday. For anyone who doesn't know, both Mick And Tim work for Rapala who sponsored the round. In his interview Joel run through the lures and techniques he used to fill his bags. He also spoke about the how the sounder helped them to locate bream.  Then in first place in the Non - Boater division we have Peter Clark. This was another great interview. As you will hear in the interview , Peter travelled up to the Gold Coast, with his mate Andrew Stubbs to try and secure a top ten finish and secure a spot in the Grand Final. He did better than that, he won the event. If you tune in an d listen through to Peters inteview, you will hear how he channelled some sponsor karma using one of the new Rapala lure he was give at the briefing. Peter did eventually need a couple more lures and Tim The Bream Morgan came to the rescue with a few extra soft plastics. I did read a comment from Tim saying that Peter had showed him that these particular lures worked well on bream.  Next week we will have Part 2. This was a special win, and is not to be missed      

Bonus Episode : 32 Talking new lures and colours with Taka Kawasaki and Daiwa Australia

In this episode I had a fantastic discussion with Taka Kawasaki from Daiwa Australia. Any of the regular listeners will recognise Taka as the winner of the non - boater division of the ABT Hawkesbury and Gladstone rounds. In Taka's role at Daiwa he takes care of hard-body lures and colours. So we thought with the recent releases at AFTA this would be a great time to run through all of the new Bream related lures and colours. We spoke at length about why some colours we added to different lures. Daiwa also uses some fascinating technology with their 'Adel' colour schemes. Taka explained how and why those colours were developed. The very popular 'DR Minnow ' has been re- released in jointed and non - jointed models. Although these lures are the same model, they have very specific uses. Taka explains the locations and techniques that these lures were designed for. After we cover all of the lures, Taka shares some information about the flourocarbon and braided lines that Daiwa has to offer. Taka has also initiated line recycling that all fishermen and women can participate in. We talk about exactly how it works and how everyone can get involved.  We also have a promotion running where the winner will recieve a whole swag of new lures, but you will need to tune in to find out all about it!  This promotion closes 31 August  2023 and the winner win be announced on Facebook September 1st and notified via Facebook messenger. The prize pack will not be available until all the lures are instock and available to retailers.

Episode 31: Bream Master SA, Onkaparinga River, August 6 , 2023

In this episode we travel to South Australia to The Onkaparinga River to review what was the the toughest round that I have reported on so far. This round was sponsored by Pro Lure Australia. Big bream was sponsored by Berley Pro! In this system they have an event locally known as "The Bloodworm Run. " Did this contribute to fishing being very tough? First up I spoke with Sean Person. Sean is a local angler who has had good sucess in the Bream tournament scene. Tune in to see how he caught his fish. In second place was Josh Bland who has also had some good sucuess in the Bream master Series. As you will hear, this was a really tough round and Josh was able to take out big bream with a cracking Bream over a kilo. Josh was very close to first place and gives a great account of his day. In first place, backing it up his win from the previous Onkaparinga round in 2021 was Ryan Ottens. Ryan didn’t get a chance to pre fish and used his experience on this system to find the fish. Ryan had some gear failure which resrticted his movements, but still managed to grind out a win. Ryan has a favourite type of lure he uses a lot of the time, tune in to see what he used to take the win!