Welcome to the latest episode of the Hi Tide Podcast, brought to you by Blake's Marine! In this episode, host Grant Boyden is joined by regular co-hosts Alan Blake from Blake’s Marine and Kieran Reekie, along with special guests Greg Reid from Bay and Basin Sportsfishing and legendary angler Al McGlashan. ⛵ What's in This Episode: Weather & Spring Boating Season: The crew covers the local Sydney weather forecast as we head into Grand Final weekend and officially enter thunderstorm season.South Coast Fishing Update with Greg Reid: South Coast fishing expert Greg Reid checks in to break down the latest action around St Georges Basin and Jervis Bay, sharing prime target species and lure techniques for spring estuary fishing.On-Water Safety & Lightning Precautions: Kieran shares a harrowing story about a 48-foot catamaran lightning strike in the Coral Sea and recounts a charter yacht engine fire at The Basin, highlighting essential safety steps to take when storms hit while you're out on the water.Statewide NSW & ACT Fishing Report: Kieran delivers an extensive breakdown of top fishing spots:Lake Narrabeen & Northern Beaches: Local advice from Narrabeen Bait & Tackle.Canberra & Inland Waters: Conditions and tackle tips for Lake Burley Griffin, Burrinjuck Dam, Googong Reservoir, Tuggeranong, Lake Jindabyne, Lake Eucumbene, Yerrabi Pond, and the Murrumbidgee River.South Coast & Mid North Coast: Snapper, flathead, and yellowfin tuna updates near Potato Point, Montague Island, and Coffs Harbour.New England & Northwest Dams: Reports on Keepit Dam, Chaffey Dam, Split Rock Dam, and local rivers via Tamworth Fishing Tackle.Boating Tech & Outboard Warranties: Alan Blake clarifies how 2+2 and 3+3 outboard manufacturer warranties work, why dealer servicing is critical for warranty validity and ECU diagnostic records, and current Spring promotions available at Blake's Marine.Cod Conference Update: Al McGlashan calls in from Victoria to share insights on native fish hatcheries, Macquarie perch, trout cod, and Murray cod research.📞 Featured Businesses & Contact Info: Blake's Marine: Call (02) 4577 6699 or visit blakesmarine.com.au.Greg Reid (Bay and Basin Sportsfishing): Visit bayandbasinsportsfishing.com.au .Narrabeen Bait & Tackle: 1469 Pittwater Road, Narrabeen | (02) 9970 6204.Tackle World Canberra: Unit 1, 55 Townsville Street, Fyshwick.Fishing Tackle Australia: 144 Pacific Highway, Coffs Harbour.Tamworth Fishing Tackle & Great Outdoors: 15 Roderick Street, Tamworth.
