u/storm80error

Was just curious as a lot of the time people transition from bait to lures and then stick with lures.

I thought the general rule was always to have a heavier leader than your main line? Eg 8lb braid with 10-12lb leader.

But I’ve seen some people saying they run 8lb braid with 6lb leader

Or 6lb braid with 6lb leader (hence matching the strength).

Not sure if makes any difference but this is for lure fishing.

Also what does each circumstance provide in terms of pros and cons

We all start out bait fishing, whether it be prawns, squid or pillies.

After fishing for a year or two I decided to give lures a go - curly tail, fork tail, hard body divers, metals.

The positives are all there for making the switch
- Less smelly/dirty

- Last longer

- Generally cheaper overtime than constantly buying bait

- More efficient way to fish as you cover more ground

- Can avoid smaller by catches

But I never managed to get a single bite.

Since then I've just stuck with bait, and was content. But recently my friend got into fishing and wanted to make the switch to lures as well. I've got this newfound determination to give it a proper go again. I think I just gotta stick with it.

Anyone got tips on good beginner spots in Sydney and the most effective but simple retrieves? Seems you cant go wrong with the slow roll, 2-3 flicks, rod slowly back down then repeat.

Also, is lure fishing at night sort of impossible? I assume with the limited visibility, a real bait performs better.

I'll still always have a soft spot or preference for baits though, but if I manage to get some fish on plastics for the first time I might make that switch for good.