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Squid are a target species that are available across a huge area of Australian coastal waters, although species do vary. Locally for us, squidtend to be more prolific in winter and can be a bag of fun to chase, make fantastic bait and perform even better on the plate! |
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Understanding Squid There are a few things critical to a successful squid mission, most important in my opinion is good water clarity. As visual hunters, clean water is essential to a good squid bite as it allows them to spot a potential meal or jig from further away. Structure is the other key to success- if you are in a bay, off a jetty or offshore, the make-up of the bottom is essential. My favourite structure would be weed on broken rocky bottom and sand in between, but if you can get at least two of these elements you are well on your way to a cracker feed. Lastly is tide - while you can get squid any time in the tide, the best by far is the slack around top and bottom of the tide. While colour selection chasing many species I think can be a personal preference, when it comes to hunting squid there are definitely days where some colours outshine others! I like a white or natural colour on a clear day with good water and preferably in a cloth cover such as the Yamashita EGI-OH. On overcast days a brighter jig like the Shimano Sephia Flash Boost with the internal flash is a great option. But any day you are out with a mate, I think it best to start with different colours to see what attracts the prey on the day! Jig size is also key and a hand full of jigs will allow you to be more versatile and turn more reels in the long run. The sizing 2, 2.5, 3, 3.5 etc refers to the length of jig in inches and the larger jigs have a faster sink rate. Using a jig that will get you down to the weed or bottom, as slow as possible whilst still being able to keep contact is by far the best way to fool squid. A jig that rockets to the bottom or can’t keep down is definitely not as effective. Once the jig reaches the bottom a whip, whip and let it fall again is the go most days. Although, some days the slow roll and pause when the bite is a little tougher can also get it done. Being kitted out for chasing a few squid can be as simple as grabbing your 7 foot flatty/bream stick and giving it a go, but fishability and hook retention is definitely easier on a EGI outfit between 7’6 to 8 foot. Personally, I have the Samaki Zing EGI 802EL which is good value and it's been great to me. The Daiwa Emeraldas is a squid purpose reel and a cracker for putting a few in the net, but any 2500-3000 reel with 10lb will get you out of strife. A quality fluorocarbon leader around 10lb is integral as squid can be very cautious at times! |
Craig Hanlon - eCommerce Administrator at MoTackle & Outdoors
One of the more common local species known as Tiger Squid
Matt Townes - Mail Order Assistant Manager at MoTackle & Outdoors with a serve of Salt & Pepper Squid with Snapper, Asparagus & Chips
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This winter, with a hand full of jigs and your bream/flatty outfit, you can get out and amongst a few cephalopods - some of mother natures finest bounty! - Matt Townes |
