Episode 63: ABT Mallacoota, Victoria, Feb 10-11, 2024

The Bream Fishing Project

Welcome to the Bream Fishing Project Podcast, where we dive deep into the world of competitive bream fishing. In this episode, we bring you riveting conversations with top anglers from the recent tournament.

First up, we sit down with Judd Kirkland, who clinched second place in the non-boater division. Join us as Judd shares his tactics and success fishing alongside Cam Whittam, including his early bag-out on yellow fin using 2 1/2 inch grubs.

Next, we chat with Liam Allan, the non-boater division's first-place winner, celebrating his inaugural victory in an ABT event. Liam recounts his prefish experiences, including pre fishing with previous round winner Marlon Thompson.

Transitioning to the boater division, we catch up with Mark "Crommo" Compton, securing third place. Despite a challenging round in Gippsland, Mark shares how he strategically turned things around, offering valuable insights into his competitive mindset.

Then, we hear from Mario Vukic, the formidable second-place boater, who noticed crucial improvements in water quality since holidaying during the Christmas season. Mario unveils his prefish strategies, emphasizing the importance of "ruling in" and "ruling out" techniques, alongside a pivotal observation that led to his impressive results.

Finally, we spotlight the unstoppable winner, Mark Healey, who's been on a winning streak, dominating the last four qualifying events. Discover how Mark's meticulous prefish preparations paved the way for yet another triumphant performance.

Tune in to the Bream Fishing Project Podcast for expert analysis, insider tips, and captivating stories from the forefront of competitive bream fishing.