This week on The Hi Tide Podcast, the message is clear: Stay off the water! We are tracking an intense East Coast Low bringing 25–30 knot winds, embedded storms up to 70 knots, and massive 10-meter swells offshore. It’s a "zero out" weekend for boating, with major events like the Shoalhaven Game Fishing Tournament and the yacht race to Coffs Harbour already cancelled.

In this episode:

• Boating Safety & Fuel Tech with Alan Blake: The Owner of Blakes Marine joins us to discuss why this weekend is just too dangerous for the family or the gear. Alan also provides a critical Tech Tip on fuel efficiency—learn why 3800–4200 RPM is your "sweet spot" and why trimming your boat correctly (until it cavitates, then backing down) can save you serious money at the pump.
• Greg Reid (Prolure Australia): Brought to you by prolureaustralia.com.au, Greg finds the silver lining in the storm. While he’s swapping the rods for a surfboard to catch those rare 10-meter swells inside Jervis Bay, he shares why the "storm surge" tides will fire up the fishing in St George’s Basin once things settle. We also talk about the incredible versatility of the Hybrid Shrimp—a lure that’s catching everything from Bream in Gippsland to Barra in Awoonga.
• Stephen Bowler (Tenterfield Firearms): "Cat1" joins us from tenterfieldfirearms.com.au to talk high-country conditions and the political landscape facing fishos and hunters. Steve shares the latest from Tenterfield, including the need for rain and what to expect as we transition into a cold autumn.
• Isaac (1up Fishing): Social media sensation Isaac breaks down the current bite in Botany Bay and Port Hacking. Before the storm hit, it was a Bonito blitz out the front, with school Jewies and big solo Flathead congregating around the runways. Isaac gives his top tips for land-based options while the swell is up.

Special Offer from Blakes Marine: Alan is lighting the tunnel for those feeling the pinch. Mention you heard Alan on The Hi Tide Podcast and get a FULL TANK OF FUEL with any boat sold this week!

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• Blakes Marine: Visit blakesmarine.com.au or call 02 4577 6699. (Note: Closed Good Friday through Easter Monday).
• Prolure Australia: Professional grade lures at prolureaustralia.com.au.
• Tenterfield Firearms: High-country expertise at tenterfieldfirearms.com.au.

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