EP 210 – Murray Cod: A Beginner's Guide with Joel Crosbie

What does it take to catch your first Murray cod? In this episode of The Lure Fishing Project, I sit down with accomplished kayak angler Joel Crosbie to break down the fundamentals of Murray cod fishing. Many anglers know Joel from his success in tournament bream fishing, but after stepping away from the competition scene for several years, he immersed himself in chasing Australia's iconic freshwater predator. In this conversation, he shares the lessons he learned, the mistakes he made, and the simple approach he'd recommend to anyone wanting to catch their first cod. In this episode we cover: Joel's journey from tournament bream to Murray cod. The three lures he'd recommend to beginners. Rod, reel and line setups. Fishing structure and lure presentation. Kayak tactics for Murray cod. Surface strikes, big fish stories and lessons learned. Practical tips to help shorten your learning curve. Whether you're planning your first cod trip or you're simply curious about one of Australia's most exciting sportfish, this episode is packed with practical advice and entertaining stories. Looking for more? A longer, extended version of this interview is available exclusively to members of The Lure Fishing Project Collective and The Vault, where Joel shares additional stories, techniques and insights that didn't make the public release. 🎣 Join here: https://lurefishingproject.supercast.com