Glorious weather windows combined with a subsided East Australian Current out on the shelf can only mean two things its winter time and that you need to drag out the electric combos for a deep drop mission.
Fishing depths from 100m to as deep as 500-600m of water is no easy task and takes some skill and planning to do it successfully. There is something about the unknown when it comes to dropping to these depths and the anticipation of not knowing what may come up next is quite the buzz.
From bar cod & blue eye trevalla to flamies & alfonsinos to pearl perch & snapper, these are just a few of the more common deep-water species encountered in our waters off Fraser.
Gear We Use & Recommend In Stock Now
Electric Reels
- Daiwa Tanacom 800 & 1200
- Daiwa Seapower 800 & 1200
- Daiwa Leobritz 300 & 500
- Shimano Plays 600 & 4000
- Shimano Forcemaster 9000
- Shimano Beastmaster 9000B
- Daiwa Seaborg 300J & 400J
- Daiwa Seaborg 500MJ, 800MJ & 1200MJ
NEW Arrivals
- Shimano Beastmaster MD 12000
Shimano's strongest and largest ever. A true BEASTMASTER MD 12000 that conquers even the super big and deep sea.
The BEASTMASTER MD 12000 is Shimano's most powerful and largest electric reel ever, created to deliver the overwhelming power and speed needed to catch big fish in deep water.
Giga-max motor, with 2.5 times (*1) the motor torque and 38kg of practical winding endurance. The drive power that combines overwhelming speed and power is supported by a reinforced gear system that incorporates Shimano's superior durability and attention to detail.
The drag force, which is the decisive factor in a fight with an ultra-large fish, reaches an astonishing 43kg, making it Shimano's most powerful ever for reeling in huge fish with unparalleled power.
The Hagane body, a highly rigid metal body, houses this astonishing power. The body is protected from heat generated by the drag section by means of a heat dissipation system, enabling the angler to fight for long periods of time.
The 80/92mm long handle makes it easy to reel in the fish when fishing near the boat's edge. The strongest and largest ever Shimano power reel. The BEASTMASTER MD 12000, a "true beast" boasting power and speed never before experienced, marks a new chapter in big game and deep sea fishing.
Coming Soon
- Daiwa Seaborg 1800
Bent Butt Rods
- Daiwa Tanacom X
- Daiwa Tanacom Z
- Daiwa Seapower
- Daiwa Seaborg
- Shimano Status
- Shimano Status Elite
- Shimano Speedmaster
- Wilson Live Fibre Deep Drop
Fisho’s Custom Fitted Electric Deep Drop Combo’s
- Combo 1 – Daiwa Electric Combo Seaborg 1200MJ Seaborg 60XHFD Pre-spooled Tanacom Braid 80lb 1000m
- Combo 2 – Daiwa Electric Combo Seapower 1200 Seapower 66XXHST Pre-spooled Tanacom Braid 80lb 1000m
- Combo 3 – Daiwa Electric Combo Tanacom 1200 Grandwave Dendoh 511HFD Pre-spooled Tanacom Braid 80lb 1000m
- Combo 4 – Daiwa Electric Combo Tanacom 1000 Saltist 56T Runner Tip (Not Spooled)
- Combo 5 – Shimano Electric Combo Beastmaster 9000B Status B/B 5’6’’ Pe 8-10 Pre-spooled Power Pro Braid 80lb 1050m
- Combo 6 – Shimano Electric Combo Forcemaster 9000 Status B/B 5’6’’ PE 8-10 Pre-spooled Power Pro Braid 80lb 1050m
We Also Stock The Following Essentials
- Pre-made Leader Systems Australia custom deep drop rigs.
- Bulk circle hooks
- X-heavy duty swivels
- Bulk crimps
- Heavy mono leader
- Strobe lights: different flashing patterns & colours
- Pre-made rigs
- Lumo accessories - beads,
- Tubing, squids & uv torches
- Lithium battery packs that strap to your rod and power your reel. Super light, convenient and increase your mobility around the boat
- Plus - we offer free spooling and instore tuition. We are your one stop 'deep drop shop!
NEW Wilson Electric Assist Batteries
Designed with a sleek one-piece body and enhanced electronic components, are perfect for the hardcore angler. These batteries feature an easy-to-view battery life indicator, eliminating the guesswork about how much life remains in your electric reel battery—an essential tool for a long day on the water. With a rated voltage of 14.4V, the 10Ah batteries have been tested to last a full day of fishing, and with user-friendly recharging accessories, you’ll never be short of charge. These batteries are compatible with nearly all electric reels on the market, thanks to adaptable linking accessories and cables.
What truly sets the Wilson Electric Assist Batteries apart is their compact size and innovative design, allowing them to be strapped onto rods. This feature enables anglers to handhold rods during a fight or when fishing in shallower waters for species like pearl perch, snapper, and kingfish. By strapping the battery to the rod—whether it's the 3.5, 7, or 10Ah model—anglers can move around the boat freely while fighting larger fish, increasing the chances of landing more fish. Additionally, for heavier and larger outfits that sit in rod holders, these batteries eliminate the risk of tripping over floor-mounted cables, ensuring a safer and more efficient fishing experience.
Top Tips From the Fisho's Team
LOGAN:
Invest in a quality marine electronic set up
To pursue this exciting deep-water fishery with success, having a quality marine electronic set up is a must. Your unit or units are important however your transducer type and mounting set up is vital in returning a quality image to help you understand what is going on down there. Having a narrow beam low frequency 1kw transducer or even better a 2kw will make your time searching these deeper limits much more successful.
DANE:
Keep it simple!
Less is more when fishing the deep, you almost have to revert your thinking from your shallow water fishing. What I mean by less is more is keeping your rigs simple, a simple rig is hopefully a tangle free rig. Fishing smaller streamline baits, this not only allows you to get to the bottom faster, by reducing drag but this also helps to reduce any line twist which could be created by a bigger bait. Don't over thread your bait onto the hook, simply hook through once maybe twice if you're unsure. Fishing these smaller baits doesn't hinder the circle hook as much from working its magic and finding the corner of the jaw of a deep water ooglie. Deep drop fishing is a great way to experience the beauty of Hervey Bay and catch some of the largest and most prized fish species. So head out, enjoy the scenery, and reel in some monsters!
Secure The Best Price at Fisho's!
We offer a price match guarantee so if you find the same item stocked at an Aussie retailer, we'll match it!
We also offer combo/package pricing if you purchase a selection of gear at the same time. See us in store and we'll help you get a deal.
Read our New Hervey Bay Reef Fishing Guide