The Asian Angler - July 2015 Digital Issue - Malaysia - English by The Asian Publisher

The Asian Angler

Asia’s Angling Lifestyle Magazine

July 2015 Issue

The New Boss

Here’s One For Jigging’s Latest Game

Abu Garcia’s New Ikazuchi Turning Tigers Into Pussycats

Berkley Powerbait Rattle Shrimp Fooling The Brutes

Accurate Twin Spin Reel Tough And Good Looking

More Jigs To Choose From

VFOX Destroyer, VFOX Jigging Spirit, Rod Ford Metal Slug Special Report: Terengganu International Squid Jigging Fest 2015

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My fellow anglers and friends, First of all I apologize that this issue is late. This is because we are launching a new travel magazine called Escapy and we have been overwhelmed. We are also looking at new formats to make reader both The Asian Angler and Escapy easier thus providing for a better reader experience especially on mobile devices. The new format can be seen in Escapy this month. Last month has been a super busy month as we have been doing some travelling as well with Tourism Terengganu for the Terengganu International Squid Jigging Festival 2015 where we were invited together with 122 other local and international media folks. The adventure has been fun. In this issue we tested the Abu Garcia Ikazuchi Ryoku II rod and the Berkley Powerbait Rattle Shrimp. And we looked at other products such as the new VFOX jigs, new reels from Accurate and Pflueger, pliers, etc. There will be more to come in future issues. Hope you enjoy this issue. I would also like to take this opportunity to wish all our Muslim readers and friends Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri. Thank you and happy fishing.

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Test Drives

Philemon Foo

Abu Garcia Ikaz Test Information Testing Grounds: Exotic Pond Rawang Series: Ikazuchi Ryoku II Model: AIRS662H A Length: 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 6â&#x20AC;? Power: Heavy Lure Wt.: 3/8-1 1/2oz Line Wt.: 12-25lb Configuration: 2 pieces Opponents: Asian catfish, Amazon red tail catfish

ure Fishing recently launched the Abu Garcia Ikazuchi Ryoku II following up with the first Ikazuchi Ryoku that was launched some 5 years ago. Being the designer of the first Ikazuchi Ryoku, I was eager to see what its younger sibling would be like.

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Different DNA The new Ikazuchi Ryoku or Ryoku II has a totally different DNA. It has turned into a rod for bigger game. It uses a larger diameter blank and it has somewhat of a wild image. In car terms the first Ikazuchi Ryoku would be like Nissan GTR being a more refined racer while the Ryoku II is more Ford Mustang, a rougher muscle car. Theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re both very different rods.

Wild Image The Ikazuchi Ryoku II has a tough look, like a thug waiting to bully somebody or in this case, some fish. With thicker diameter blank wrapped in carbon fibre wrap on the specification section of the rod, plus its ruggedly designed EVA; the Ikazuchi Ryoku II looks wild and untamed.

Quality Components The Ikazuchi Ryoku II comes with with Fuji guides that are tougher than normal guides and disperses heat faster thus lowering stress and damage on fishing lines. It also comes with Fuji reel seats that offer better or a more secure hold onto the reel.

Weight Wise With a thicker or larger diameter blank I was expecting the Ryoku II to be on the heavier side. I picked it up and to my surprise it is lighter than expected. Not super light kind of light but it falls within the light weight category. It is a little tip heavy but with a reel secured to it bringing the weight backwards, it balances pretty well.

Lab Test Equipment Used

Rod Tested: AIRS602MH A Reel: Penn Torque TRQ55 Lines: Berkley Big Game 40lb Pressure Achieved: 21.4lb / 9.7kg At our lab we tortured the Ikazuchi Ryoku II. The model we tested is the 6 feet medium heavy model rated at max 20lb. We put the rod through the pressure test and after some very hard pushing we managed to 21.4lb of which is 1.4lb above the rated 20lb.

The Ikazuchi Ryoku II has a pretty consistent power range until it reaches about 12lb. Here it sorts of goes through a power drop but we exerted a lot more force and it started giving more again until it reached 21.4lb and then it goes through another power drop.

Field Test Equipment Used Model: AIRS662H A Reel: Abu Garcia Promax Spinning Lines: Berkley Big Game 30lb Leader: Berkley Vanish

Casting wise, the Ryoku II is a decent caster. It does have a pretty forgiving tip which helps with casting. Casting live baits weighing about 100 to 150g we got pretty good distances. It is a decent caster.

Fish Management With Amazon red tails constantly hitting our baits we had to battle a few of these brutes. The Ryoku II certainly can handle them without issues. It has enough power to turn heads and stop brutes from heading into the waterwheels. The inconsistent power of the blank wasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t much of an issue as we automatically adjusted to the power delivery keeping things in line.

Likes & Dislikes What We Like Pretty lightweight for a rod of this size. Quite well balance. Aggressive and bold designs. Fuji guides of which are tough and reliable. Fuji reel seat that holds reel securely in place. Carbon fibre wraps that add some sportiness to it.

Not So Likeable The only bone I would pick will be the inconsistent power delivery. That said it is still a capable rod and will still manage the fight well. The other bone will be the unavailability of mid powered models.

Models: AIRS562MH A (Medium Heavy), Length: 5’6”, Lure Wt.: 1/4-3/4oz., Line: 8-17lb AIRS602MH A (Medium Heavy), Length: 6’, Lure Wt.: 1/4-1oz., Line: 1020lb AIRS662H A (Heavy), Length: 6’6”, Lure Wt.: 3/8-1 1/2oz., Line: 12-25lb AIRS702H A (Heavy), Length: 7’0”, Lure Wt.: 1/2-2oz., Line: 14-30lb Blank Type: Graphite 24 Ton Guides: Fuji SVOG Reel Seat: Fuji DPS Rod Handle(Grips): EVA - Black / Dark Grey Wraps: Carbon Fibre Configuration: 2 piece

Verdict

The Abu Garcia Ikazuchi Ryoku II is a tough looking rod that come with quality Fuji components making it a good value for money rod. If you are looking for a heaver rod, this will be one to keep in mind.

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Test Drives

Berkley Powerbait Rattle Shrimp Philemon Foo

Test Information Testing Grounds: SW Jurassic Series: PowerBait Model: Rattle Shrimp Length: 3â&#x20AC;?& 4â&#x20AC;?

erkley Powerbaits have been catrching fish for a very long time now. We recently tested out the Berkley Powerbait Rattle Shrimp to see how well they work. Before we go into the article it is worth knowing that the Powerbaits are scented inside. When fish bites the Powerbait scent gets into the fishes mouth and they tend to hold on longer. That said, the bait will first need to attract a fish to take a bite. To that it will need to be able to swim and present itself as something a fish will want to eat. One can pack lots of scent into the bait but if it cannot get any fishes interested, the scent within will not be able to do its work. There is a way around this and it involves something sharp like a needle. 39

Looks Prawnish

The Powerbait Rattle Shrimp does look like a prawn / shrimp in general but not exactly like a live one. We want to know how they swim but whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s more important is if any fish would take it as that is the objective of every lure / bait.

Field Test Equipment Used Rod: Abu Garcia Gambit Iron Cavalier Model: AGC662M A Reel: Abu Garcia Revo Beast Line: Berkley Fireline Fused Poundage: 15lb Leader: Berkley Vanish Poundage: 17lb

We took a bunch of them to the SW Jurassic Sports Fishing Pond in Sepang (a coastal town off Selangor) to see if they are any good. We were told that fishing there has since become challenging as the SW Jurassic is a sports fishing pond and fishes have been caught and released thus they learn and become more cautious.

Much Hated Should you intend to fish the SW Jurassic pond my recommendation is to fish before the sun goes crazy hot and in the evening when the sun gets tired and goes down. We did just that and we realized how just how much the finned gladiators hated the Powerbait Rattle Shrimp.

We were hitting trevallies and groupers (mainly groupers) every 10 to 15 minutes of casting and slowly retrieving. It is also quite tough being able to take the abuses of these fishes an an average of one to three fishes.

Verdict

So does the Berkley Powerbait Rattle Shrimp Work? Heck, yeah it works. Just play it slow and if the fishes are within the zone, chances are they will attack.

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Rod Ford Metal Slug Jig

od Ford Metal Slug is a must have for all slow pitch fanatics. The swaying fall is the â&#x20AC;&#x153;killerâ&#x20AC;? feature which entices takers even on the slowest fishing day. Go unconventional and try out all the different vibrant colors available in different water conditions. You will be in for plenty of adrenaline fueled fun!

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VFOX Destroyer Jig

ith slow jigging or slow pitching on the rise, we are seeing a return of heavier weighted jigs into our markets. VFOX recently launched the VFOX Destroyer Jigs series. These are centre weighted jigs that are well balanced.

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Features Advertised - Low center of gravitiy for faster sinking on the drop. - Super thin head allows for sharper jig response. - Asymmetrical design allowing jig to hold position longer after the jig. - Scratch resistant coating that is 7 times harder.

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VFOX Jigging Spirit Jig

FOX recently launched a few jigs for slow jigging or slow pitching and one of these series is the Jigging Spirit series of jigs. These jigs are centre weighted jigs like the butterfly jigs. They are very well balanced and they come in various attractive colours including luminous colours of which is superb for jigging in deeper waters where light source is limited.

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Accurate Boss Extreme Jigging

he Accurate Boss Extreme Jigging Series reels are powerful reels and are without doubt, amongst the best jigging multipliers available for jigging. These new electric blue colored super tough reels are great for Vertical Speed or slow Jigging.

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Built Like A Tank

The Accurate Boss Extreme Jigging reels are built tough and sturdy using T6 6061 aircraft grade aluminum of which makes them both lightweight and strong. These reels are anodized for corrosion resistance.

Tough On The Ins

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Inside matters too and when it comes down to the gears, the engineers at Accurate ensured that the reels fight one. They come with tough heat treated stainless steel gear shaft and gears to managed tough fighting giant brutes. Gear ratio on these reels are 6:1.

Twin Drag System

When it comes to drag, these reels have really strong drag that can managed very tough fighters.. They come with a twin drag system that is ultra smooth allowing for greater versatility where the pressure can be adjusted for medium to hard fighting brutes.

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The Accurate Boss Extreme Jigging reels come with extra long power handles and a round tough but light handle knob that has some weight removed. Longer handles allow for faster cranking speeds of which is great.

Summary

Should you be looking for a good looking, tough, rigid, powerhouse of a reel; this is one reel to consider. There is more. If you are one who is particular with where things are made, the Accurate reels are made in USA.

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sing TwinDrag technology, Accurate has created the TwinSpin the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s only true TwinDrag spinning reel designed for super heavy-duty angling performance. Machined from the same highgrade materials as other Accurate reels, the TwinSpin has the strength and heat dissipating qualities to beat the kind of big, powerful fish like marlin, tuna and wahoo that you otherwise wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t think to challenge with a spinning reel.

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Other features to maximize leverage include a power handle, a unique, adjustable pre-set knob on the front of the spool to precisely control drag tension, and a rugged, manual bail mechanism for picking up line.

Available in a 6:1 high-speed retrieve ratio, the TwinSpin 30 lays more than 50 inches of line on the reel spool with every full revolution of the reelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s handle (also available in a 4:1 higher torque ratio). A series of circular, machined holes around the skirted spool serves to reduce heat build-up, and helps trim the reelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s weight.

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ecently I started looking paying more attention to fishing tackle made locally. The reason behind this new found interest of mine is that there are some pretty good locally made items available in stores and I would like to help them get their message out too. This in return will in some way help our economy.

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Lots Of Spoons

When it comes to spoons you would have most likely heard of brand names such as Abu Island, Siam Spoon, Yo-zuri Altima, Mepps, and many more. These are well known spoons who have captured the hearts of anglers and they are well known.

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What About The So’D

What about Tok Wan So’Do spoons? If you’re thinking... WHAAAT? So did I. Hence I decided to buy some and I did so for two reasons. 1. They’re made in Malaysia (please correct me if I am wrong) And... 2. I want to know if they are any good.

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Limited In Numbers

As of now, I have not tested the spoon yet but there is one thing I like about them and it is that they are limited in numbers, at least for now. They look good too as do the work of most east coast (Peninsular Malaysia) craftsmen do.

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Finesse Action

The Soâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Do spoon is made for finesse fishing. They have a claimed weight of 4 grams and theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fitted with a single lure hook. There are anglers who have successfully fished with them and soon I will too.

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very angler should have at least one split ring pliers especially if you are into lure casting. Anyone who has tried opening up split rings with oneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fingers and nails will know the justice that these pliers do. Bent nose pliers on the other hand make good hook removers making them invaluable tools in an anglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tackle box. Of course they can be used for other things as well both fishing and non-fishing.

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Feels Tough And Loo

oks Good

VFOX recently launched the new D&C Split Ring Pliers (#3022) and Bent Nose Pliers (#3044) here in Malaysia and Singapore. They look good coming in black and gun metal silver with black and orange rubber handle for a better more comfortable grip.

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There Is More

Apart from their main duties both pliers come with cutter should you need to cut steel wire leaders (or hooks when in an emergency), crimpers, etc. making them ideal not just in an anglerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s tackle box but also a normal household tool box.

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Both pliers are well built and they feel solid like most higher end tools feel. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for pliers of such, these are worth considering.

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Remover CW035-8

ook removers are useful tools of an angler. They come in many form and designs. This here is the Happy Fishing Hook Remover CW035-8 that comes with a sturdy metal tube, de-hooking piece, brightly colored plastic, with a black rubber.

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Easy To Use

The Happy Fishing Hook Remover is easy to use and comprehend. It comes spring loaded that allows for it to grab on to the hook. This is done by simply placing the yellow and black section on your palm and holding the levers with two other fingers, and pressing them together. A twist or a jolt should release the hook from the fishes mouth or throat, depending on where the hook is.

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VFOX 3 Layer Plier P

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ne of the things anglers cannot live without are pliers. There is the split ring pliers to open up split rings. There is the sharp pointy long nose pliers to reach further into the fishâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s throats to remove stuck hooks. And then there is the bent nose (long or short) that is even better at removing hooks. Oh, then there are pliers with springs, pliers with cutters, pliers with little gadgets such as knives, screwdrivers, files, torch lights, etc. We anglers just love our pliers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t we? I have at least 5 pairs of pliers in my fishing cupboard, and two more for other none fishing uses. Well, here is a pouch for them. 147

Tough Pouch

The VFOX 3 Layer Plier Pouch is made of cloth, plastics, and very hard foam type substance that feel somewhat like hard EVA. It is tough and done so for two reasons. One is to keep the pliers and every other thing you securely keep in it safe. The other is to keep the pliers from tearing up the pouch.

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Velcro Strap

To hold your pliers in it securely, two of the compartments can be secured with a Velcro strap. The larger compartment does not have a Velcro strap though. There is also a flap with Velcro at the back to secure the pouch to your belt. 151

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D Ring & Clip

The VFOX 3 Layer Plier Pouch comes with a D ring that you can secure things to, as well as a clip that can be used to clip things too, or two clip the pouch to something. Having both these things may not sound like much but they do come in handy in times of need. 155

Summary

We donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t carry three pliers when we fish of course. What I normally carry with me are a bent nose pliers for hook removal, a split ring pliers, and a braided line cutter (scissors). This pouch will certainly be of good use. 157

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Skill Enhancers

Fishing With Spoons Part 6 - B And Retrieve

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Basic Presentations: Pause

e use spoons when we eat food or when we drink something soupy. Fishes are more vicious. They attack spoons. They will lunge at the spoon as it swims by or during the drop. Last issue we discussed straight retrieve (swim by).

What else can you do when you are doing straight retrieves but you are not catching anything assuming that the fishes are there? Change your presentation. One method you could use when the fishing is slow to a pace that snails seem to be on turbocharged steroids is to retrieve in straight lines with short stops allowing the spoon to drop at certain intervals.

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Why Retrieve Pause And Retrieve Since fishes hit lures that are swimming by as well as on the drop, why not drop your spoon at different areas along your cranking line? An opportunistic fish may take your spoon on the drop and give you a pleasant surprise.

The reason to stop is to also allow your spoon to drop to deeper or lower depths where fishes could be holding out. Fishes do hang out at different water depths depending on various circumstances such as temperature, oxygen levels, etc. Certain fishes just hold out at those depths.

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Sometimes fishes are just too lazy to put peddle to the metal and shoot towards the top to hit a spoon swimming by. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s not their fault really. Water conditions do have an effect on fishes and sometimes they become lethargic. Sometimes they just need their rest. So be kind. Send the meal to them.

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How To Do It

Cast your spoon all the way out. Retrieve a few feet of line and pause. Allow the spoon to drop. Next retrieve again for a few feet and then pause again. Repeat this process. Of course if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re fishing in very snaggy areas, it is best to not pause right at the snags. Beside it (the snag) is good enough. Right into it is great but it is suicidal too.

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Summary

In circumstances where fishes are holding low, allowing the spoon to drop will get it to the depths where these fishes are thus increasing your chance of catching a fish. So, when the fishing slows down to a halt, try pause and retrieve.

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Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Talk About Be Stainless Steel Bearin

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Philemon Foo

t will not be wrong to say that your reel has â&#x20AC;&#x153;balls of steel.â&#x20AC;? It is literally true. Most reels come with stainless steel bearings. I have not seen any production reels that come with ceramic bearings or other sort of bearings.

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Why Use Stainless Steel Bearings? Bearings are used to reduce friction and when it comes to fishing reels, there is a need for their use. Stainless steel bearings are commonly used because they are able to handle the torture dished out by the reel be it spool, handle, etc. without breaking too easily.

Low Price Prices of stainless steel bearings are lower than other bearings that are suitable to be used with fishing reels. There are really cheap stainless steel bearings that will not hesitate turning into a ball of rust as soon as youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve finished your saltwater fishing expedition. Higher quality stainless steel bearings will last much longer but they ultimately cost more but still lower than ceramic bearings.

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Wear And Tear

Depending on usage, stainless steel bearings can take wear and tear pretty well. Again the words to note here are, “depending on usage.” Stainless steel bearings can wear off pretty fast too especially in saltwater conditions or in fine sandy conditions. Comparing to ceramic bearings, surface wear happens faster.

Stainless steel as we all know can resist corrosion pretty well but why do we still see this happening on reel bearings even on new ones only after a day of saltwater use and “forgetting” to wash? To be used in fishing reels stainless steel bearing needs to be treated with heat to strengthen them. This treatment unfortunately reduces the ability of the stainless steel bearing’s corrosion resistant qualities.

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How To Make Them Last Longer? On the manufacturing side steps have been done to reduce wear and prolong bearing lifespan. One of the things done is to shield the bearings thus we hear of reels with shielded bearings. This shield protects the bearings from contaminants that may enter the bearing. Another method is to coat the bearings with protective coating and one of these coating is ceramic which gives bearings a much longer live span. Not to be confused with hybrid bearings, ceramic coated bearings refer to bearings that are coated with Activated Alumina which is a form of ceramic.

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What Can You Do? On your side what you can do to help your reelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ball bearings last longer is to wash them after every fishing trip, more so if it is a saltwater fishing trip, and have the reel service regularly. It is best to wash them once you get back to land from sea and service them when you get home.

Use good quality lubricant on your bearings. Good quality lubricants will stay on longer and give longer protection duration. They will also allow for smoother performance. Note too that WD40 is not a lubricant and thus should not be used to lubricate bearings. It is a degreaser.

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Summary

Stainless steel bearings are the most commonly used bearings in fishing reels because of their relatively low prices. They can take the beating dished out but they have limits. Remember to give them extra care and they can go the distance. If all else fails and you are not happy, hit your bank account and have them changed to hybrid or better still, ceramic bearings. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll discuss these in future issues.

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Lucky Draw Contest In just four steps and you could win yourself any of the prizes below 1st Prize

- FX-400N(AccurateReel)-1pc

2nd Prize - 7435(PfluegerReel)-1pc 3rd Prize

- 6930-1pc(PflugerReel)-1pc

4th to 30th - OAG RM50.00 Voucher for buying Zman products that are available in OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd.

All you need to do is to: 1. Take a photo of your catch using any ZMAN products (must be clearly seen). 2. Download the Lucky Draw Contest Form. 3. Answer 3 simple questions, place the photo of your catch, and the proof of purchase. 4. Send your entrant to OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd. No. 5-1, Jalan Setia Dagang U13/AJ, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor Darul Ehsan, Malaysia. Tel: +603-3358 6003

1st 3rd

2nd 4th

Terms & Conditions 1. This lucky draw contest is open to all citizens of Malaysia and Brunei, except for employees / staffs or OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd., immediate family members, and other parties involved in this contest. 2. This lucky draw contest will be held two months once starting1st February 2015 to 31st January 2017. 3. Participants can send in multiple entries. All entries must include a OAG Halogen Sticker that comes on the packaging of all ZMAN products including ZMAN soft baits, ZMAN DieZel Spin, Chatterbait, JigheadZ, Shaky HeadZ packaging as proof of purchase. All entries are accumulative. 4. All entries must include personal details. * The organizer will not be responsible should prizes sent out not reach the winner of the said prize. Terms & Conditions continues on the next page.

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5. All entries must be complete with photo, answers, OAG Hologram Sticker, and personal details. 6. All entries must reach OAG Worldwide by the 30th of each contest month. 7. Any incomplete entry and late entries will automatically be disqualified. 8. All photos submitted will be the property of OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd. and participating in this lucky draw automatically consents the used of said photographs to be used in any legal way by OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd. 9. The organizer reserves the rights to substitute prizes with any other prizes of same value should the need arise. 10. The organizer reserves the rights to change or amend any rules, terms, and regulations at any time without prior notice. 11. Prizes are not transferable or exchangeable for cash. 12. All decisions made by the organizer are final and no correspondence will be entertained.

Hologram Sticker As Proof Of Purchase

Lucky Draw Contest Form Questions: Select True or False on the following question: a) Zman is USA brand. True

False

b) Most of the Zman products are made in the USA. True

False

c) OAG Worldwide Sdn Bhd is the sole distributor of Accurate Fishing Pro ducts, and Pflueger Products in Malaysia, and OAG Worldwide Sdn Bhd also carries Zman , Smith and Hots Products. True

False

Personal Information: Name (as in NRIC/IC): _________________________________________ IC (Identification Card) number: __________________________________ Contact Number: _____________________________________________ Email Address: _______________________________________________ Correspondence Address: ______________________________________

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Announcements

The Asian Angler

Winners Of The ZMAN L February & March 2015

ood news to all participants of the ZMAN Lucky Draw Contest. The draw for the first two rounds was recently done at the OAG Worldwide Sdn. Bhd. office at Setia Alam.

Lucky Draw Contest | April & May 2015

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The Prizes 1st Prize - FX-400N(AccurateReel)-1pc 2nd Prize - 7435(PfluegerReel)-1pc 3rd Prize - 6930-1pc(PflugerReel)-1pc 4th to 30th - OAG RM50.00 Voucher for buying Zman products

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Congratulations Z-Man Lucky Draw Winner (February & March)

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Junior Anglers

Get Your Kids Fish An Initiative By The Asian Angler Magazine

Fishing is a very healthy sport.

As anglers we enjoy fresh air, we experience nature, we improve our analytical skills, we absorb vitamins from the sun, we expend our minds, we learn about the environment, etc. There are so many benefits to fishing and we should reduce our kids addiction to video games, computer games, playing with mobile devices, etc. We should get them to interact more with our environment and teach them a thing or two about life and living life. With this in mind we hope to encourage you to take your kid(s) fishing and have dedicated a section of our magazine to Junior Anglers.

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* Picture courtesy of Pure Fishing

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Junior Anglers

Bittersweet Month

By Amirul Irfan

Hello everyone! The month of May has been quite a month for me, as I had to focus on exams and other school related activities. The 2015 Angling Fair which is set to be held at the end of May kept my spirits high, and sure enough the day has come. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m glad to be able to meet Mr.Phil after some time of being online friends.

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Uncle Fong introduced me to Dave Hodge, also known as the Barefoot Fisherman. He made some awesome trick casts and he gave me some good tips on improving my casting. His amazing skills caught the attention of a good crowd in no time.

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One of the lures I have been waiting to buy from Berkley. This will be great for fishing on heavy cover for snakeheads. Once the stocks of the power pop hit our shores I will have to buy a few. I also met another junior angler from Azerbaijan at Pure Fishingâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s booth. I am stoked to help him out with his fishing and I would like to learn from him too.

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I started the month with some micro fishes, but a lady from the angling fair told me that size does not matter. Those are some good words.

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A second striped snakehead on a topwater pencil, roughly the same size and same appetite. I hope it will grow up to be a smart snakehead.

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A chubby juvenile caught on a micro popper that Uncle Fong gave me during our boating trip last year. The thrill of seeing the fish hit topwater lures is amazing. The shallow water from the hot days influenced my fishing for this month. Only small lures worked, and with small results.

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After some rains recently I decided to try the Rapala Skitter Pop to entice big striped snakeheads in the flooded grass lands, but this juvenile snakehead wanted to try it first. The lure is almost half the length of its body.

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Another juvenile caught on the Sniper Paddle Tail soft plastic. It was hooked after many missed hooksets.

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Finally, a decent snakehead of around 30cm caught right before dark. After class I went out for a quick session with no results. Before leaving I tried the Surecatch Chubby Crank with a slow paced retrieve. I felt an aggressive take when the crankbait was passing through a reedy area.

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My younger brother scored this haruan (stripped snakehead) on a small popper which resembles the baitfish that are common in the pond. Many snakeheads managed to shake the hook after jumping like bass.

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I fished this Firetiger coloured popper in grass with a medium paced retrieve. A bulging wake was an indicator of an incoming hit. After missing the popper 2 times this juvenile snakehead is hooked.

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After releasing the snakehead above, I continued casting at the same area. A grassy island in the middle of the pond. This fish fought hard despite its size, and it tried to dive into weeds as much as it could.

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Decent snakehead on the Surecatch Chubby crankbait and the Surecatch D-Legend rod. This fish literally hit the crankbait at my feet, and I was lucky the rod tip was soft enough to allow the fish to make a short run.

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Catch and release as usual, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s crucial for our sport. The holidays have just begun and I hope everyone reading this has a great and safe holiday.

Stay safe Tight lines & Happy fishing

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