Epic Clearwater Cod Fishing/Lures, Strikes and Techniques

Epic clear water cod fishing captured in stunning detail. World champion angler Richard Somerton faces off against Murray Cod in a friendly point-based challenge, one point for the angler, one for the cod. Watch real strikes, missed hits, and learn lure techniques that work in high-visibility water.

When the water turns glassy and clear, you see everything every ripple, every flash of gold, and every shadow of a Murray Cod lying in wait.

In this epic clear water cod fishing episode, Richard Somerton, world champion angler and lifelong Murray Cod addict, takes on a unique challenge:
One point for Richard if he catches the cod, one point for the cod if it gets away.

It’s man versus fish in the purest form. The stakes? Bragging rights and the satisfaction of outsmarting one of Australia’s most intelligent freshwater predators.

🧠 What You’ll Learn

How to read clear water systems and identify structure that holds cod.

The lure styles, retrieves, and leader setups that work best when visibility is high.

Why stealth and precision matter more than power.

How to interpret light, reflection, and depth to avoid detection.

What triggers a cod to follow, hesitate, or finally strike.

The importance of catch and release for sustaining native fish populations.

Each cast becomes part of the score a mental game where patience, positioning, and timing decide who wins the next point.

🌊 Fishing in Clear Water

Clear water cod fishing is unforgiving. The fish see you as clearly as you see them.
That’s why every movement counts rod angle, lure colour, boat position, and even body noise can make or break a session.

Throughout the episode, you’ll see:

Real-time footage of Murray Cod inspecting and striking.

Slow-motion captures of hook-ups and missed bites.

Richard breaking down why some hits land and others don’t.

The emotional highs and lows of tallying points against the fish themselves.

🐟 Technique Deep Dive

Richard shares his philosophy for success: slow down, watch the water, and learn from every follow.
He explains how:

Small lure twitches can turn a half-hearted follow into a committed strike.

Adjusting retrieve speed based on water clarity makes a difference.

Using the right rod and line setup helps maintain pressure while respecting the fish.

This isn’t just about catching fish, it’s about understanding the balance between angler and environment, and enjoying the chase as much as the catch.

🏆 The Cod vs Richard Challenge

At the end of the day, it’s time for the final tally.
Did Richard out fish the cod or did the cod win this round?
Stay tuned to the end of the video to see who takes the victory.
(It’s closer than you’d think.)

This playful competition adds a layer of excitement, but it’s also a reminder that fishing is about connection, not conquest. Sometimes the fish deserve the point and the respect that comes with it.

👣 About Wander & Hook

We’re travelling Australia full-time, chasing fish, stories, and the spirit of adventure with our black Labrador, Django.
From remote rivers to coastal edges, we share the beauty of wild Australia through storytelling, fishing, and honest moments on the road.
No hype, no shortcuts just real life on the road, one cast at a time.

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