The Seahorse 8ft Bottom Pocket Mono Cast Net runs a 2.4 m spread, so you can work a wide patch of bait in one throw along rock walls or sandbanks. The 3/4 inch mesh size suits chasing poddy mullet and similar bait where you want fewer gilled fish. The bottom pocket setup holds your catch tight as the net closes, which helps when you are casting in water around 1–2 m deep. Super strength monofilament line netting pairs with a triple tied braided sinker line, giving the 8 ft frame solid support trip after trip. Economical steel weights are spaced around the skirt to pull the mesh down cleanly through churned-up estuary water. The mono mesh and braided line handle regular rinsing after saltwater use, which suits weekend fishing along the Australian coast. For the price, this kit is a smart buy for stocking the live bait tank.

• Net diameter of 8 foot (2.4 m)
• Bottom pocket configuration for holding bait
• 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) mesh size
• Super strength monofilament line netting
• Triple tied braided sinker line construction
• Economical steel weights around skirt
• Net layout suited to bait gathering
• Braided line aids long life non-kink use
• Clear mono mesh helps reduce underwater visibility
• Cast net supplied as a single complete unit

Q: What bait species suit the 3/4 inch mesh on this cast net?

The 3/4 inch mesh suits medium baitfish and prawns. This mesh size helps reduce drag compared to finer mesh, so the 8ft net drops faster in current. It also reduces the chance of very small fish gilling in the mesh. For many estuary anglers this balance works well for poddy mullet, herring and similar-sized bait.

Q: How should I look after the monofilament netting after saltwater use?

Rinse the net with fresh water after every saltwater session. Freshwater rinsing helps remove salt crystals that can stiffen monofilament line over time. Hang the 8ft net in the shade so the 2.4 m spread dries without direct sunlight. Avoid storing the mono netting while wet in sealed tubs for long periods.

Q: Does the braided sinker line help reduce tangles when throwing the net?

The triple tied braided sinker line is built to resist kinking during repeated throws. Braided construction helps the 2.4 m skirt sit evenly when you gather the 8ft net for a cast. Less kinking around the steel weights means a smoother spread. This helps the bottom pocket open properly and close around the catch.

Q: Are the steel weights suitable for regular use in saltwater?

The economical steel weights are suitable for standard saltwater bait gathering. Like all steel in marine use they benefit from a freshwater rinse after each session. Regular cleaning helps slow surface corrosion on the weights. Storing the gear dry in its container between trips will also extend the working life of the sinker line and weights.