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Hey there – This Newsletter Is About High Tide Bass Fishing

High tide bass fishing it is then; Just thought I’d let you know how the fishing has gone for us over the last week.
Well, that sun has been blazing for the best part of the week; in fact, the last two weeks have been pretty good.

Apart from that poxy northerly wind, the water clarity hadn’t been that great. Daytime fishing could’ve been an option, but unfortunately, I’ve been stuck at work lol.

However, the wind swung around, so we managed to fish in the late high tide… yeehaaa… at last.

Fishing was extremely slow

Even though the fishing was extremely slow, finally getting that first fish of the year was like catching a PB lol. The ironic thing is that both Steve Wood and I had had a pretty rotten run of blanks last year; in fact, everyone seemed to struggle towards the end of the season. But as soon as Steve landed his 59cm bass, I was in, to we were buzzing.

So the session ended with 1 each we pretty much buggered off after I landed mine, had to be up early.

So the next night we decided to have another bash after all, it was a bigger tide and we anticipated the water clarity would be better. So we arranged to meet at 11 pm for another crack at them bass.

We had a new guest with us, Rob Brown (who is relatively new to lure fishing) we started our second session of the week.

Now, what I’d found over the years was that at night in the pitch black of the night. A micro slow retrieve had always seemed to nail the fish. But after all those blanks, I felt like we’d forgotten this deadly tactic and had sped up slightly, probably out of frustration at the lack of fish. This is only my opinion, and I found that this tactic has worked for me; it’s not a given.

Jeez! The fishing was slow, and even though we’d been giving the soft plastics a good go, they seemed to be picking up the weed, especially the exposed jig heads. With all 3 of us on the Hounds, we carried on regardless. I’d mentioned to Rob about his retrieve being too fast (miles too fast) and that he wouldn’t catch bugger all like that (even though we hadn’t caught sod all ourselves).

So as the tide got to nearly its peak, I heard that noise, “I’m in” The newbie Rob was in! We were so pleased for him, but then all of a sudden it was off! Oh FFS! Life is cruel. Steve had lost one earlier, too. ‘Muggins’ hadn’t had a sniff lol. Then would you believe it? Rob was in again! Only this time he landed it – well done, mate. That was only the second time his lure caught the bass.

We carried on fishing then it was my turn (at freakin last) after two cast on the trot – halfway through the retrieve I could feel that plucking on the lure then bang! I was in! What a scrap and another fish for us. It’s funny how the bass just turns up like that sometimes.

Then Rob was in again (that’s it, he’s not coming anymore 🤣🤣), only this time it was a much better fish. We got the drop net into the water and watched in dismay as the fish went under the net and the lure seemed caught in the mesh. NNNNOOOOOOOO!!!! u

Fortunately, it wasn’t to be, and it got off. Shame it was over 60cm, I reckon.

Then Steve Wood had finally caught his only bass of the night, but not before Rob was in again, but slipped the hook yet again.

So that was the end of that little session that ended up all catching in the end, so a win in my eyes.

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🧠 High Tide Bass Fishing – FAQ

Q: What lures were working best on these high-tide bass sessions?
A: The Hound 100 Sonic did the trick, and all three of us were using Hounds that night. Despite slow fishing, they proved themselves.

Q: What was the most effective retrieve technique during your night sessions?
A: A super slow micro retrieve in pitch darkness. It’s easy to forget how effective it is, especially after a run of blanks, but slowing it right down made all the difference.

Q: How important was tide timing?
A: Massive. We fished late high tide, and that’s when the bites came. When the tide peaked, things just started to happen out of nowhere.

Q: What advice would you give to a beginner like Rob?
A: Don’t rush your retrieve. Slow it down. Way down. That’s what finally worked for Rob—and once he nailed it, the bites followed!

Q: Was water clarity an issue?
A: At first, yes. Northerly winds had stirred things up a bit. But once that swung around and we got the clearer water on a bigger tide, things picked up.

Q: How big were the bass caught during these sessions?
A: Steve had a lovely 59cm bass, and we reckon one of Rob’s lost fish was pushing 60+. The rest were smaller but still gave a great scrap.

🎣 Wrapping It Up

That’s the latest from the shoreline – and what a difference a shift in wind and a high tide can make. After a frustrating start to the season (and a bit of a drought last year), it finally feels like things are clicking into place. A few laughs, a few fish, and a few reminders of why we love this sport so much. Until next time… tight lines, and may your retrieve always be slow enough! 😉