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25.01.2022 Hi Folks. How are we all ? Hope eevryone is doing ok. Shoutout to the men and women doing it tough with mental illness. It sucks. Anyway, Didnt 2016 come in a hurry. And with that, i have decided to bring my lures up a few levels. I believe i have my lures at a reasonable stage, as far as the general asthetics, and performance goes, Have a heap of pics of people catching fish on them, and appreciate any feedback given, whether positive or negative. I cant change if i don't kn...ow. So, after bringing the model chart down, and limiting the ammount of colours i do, its going to be much easier to produce, and reproduce an very effective lure, over and over again. So with that, i also decided to hike down to the auto shop, and check out the range. Peter at Paint place Burpengary, was awesome with his 1 on 1 service, i sat with him, while we dibbled and dabbled and created my colours for 2016. IT was great service rarely seen these days. So with change from $200 i left a happy man, carrying a box full of quality auto acrylics. I'm currently knocking out a few customer and shop orders, so will be able to get some pics up soon of the new range. Looking forward to showing you all, and ill be back soon. Take Care Bdl

25.01.2022 Some big names in here peeps. Good to see them speaking freely about mental Health, and their own battle. worth a quick look. This is not Spam or 1 of those shitty annoying ad pages. http://aplus.com/a/15-celebrities-standing-up-mental-illnes

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23.01.2022 Black Dog Lures would like to wish all our followers and friends a very merry Christmas and a happy and safe new year. I will draw the winner of my Comp tonight, and give a lucky person an extra Christmas present. Thanx for following me throughout the year, see you soon.... Take Care BDL

22.01.2022 Good article for the league fans and depression. Depression does not discriminate. http://www.stuff.co.nz//how-league-player-kevin-locke-beat

22.01.2022 Hey Peeps, Sorry for lack of posts lately. been doing it really tough, super tough actually,and have been in no mood to post. I have however, been knocking plenty of orders up, and although i havn't posted,have taken plenty of pics. So,i will get back on the next few days and give you a bit of a look. Will also show you my new colour chart, and my new colours. The auto acrylics are bloody unreal, and im glad i made the change. Water based served its purpose, but bigger and b...etter things to come. I also have a nice lure, i will put up for a comp prize, for 1 of my dedicated followers. Is there anything else you would like from me this year, Is there interest in seeing the fundamentals of lure making, or spraying or anything ?? If so, id consider doing miny videos of it for you. I will also have a video of a recent pool test for you. so, take care be back real soon BDL

21.01.2022 Hi peeps, Ok, after posting about the shirts and hoodies a few days ago, i had a few Pm's on people wanting to order them. SO, im going to place another order asap. WIll place the order in 1 week, and will have them in approx 3 weeks.... Like last time, and due to the people who dont collect what they ordered, I am going to need to take a small deposit at time of order, with full balance being due, when they arrive to me, and before i post them out. Pick up is also available from Gulmarrad NSW 2463. Shirts will be $58 delivered Hoodies will be $70 Delivered. Please note that sizes 3XL and above need to add an extra $10 to the cost. Postage will be $9 for a T shirt, and $14 for a hoodie. Maximum post is $14 regardless of quantity. If you buy both, you will recieve a free lure I have inc a size chart, and its very close. basically, whatever size you have already in Australia, its identical to this chart. Deposit required will be $20 per shirt, and $25 per hoodie. I can accept paypal or bank deposit. Please comment below if you would like to order, please also inc your quantity,size,style and colour. We have the 2 colours available, Blue and Pink. Shirts are long sleeved with buttons and collar, hoodie has a pair of deep pockets on the front,with a drawstring hoodie. Hope you hear from you soon. Thanx Adam

20.01.2022 COMP TIME !!! Ok peeps, been promising for a while and here it is. My Xmas comp. It will start today,and i will draw a winner on Xmas Eve. Comp is run entirely by BDL and FB have no part of it.... - Please like and share this post - like my page - Tag 2 buddies in comment section, then include a number between 0-3000. -Entry to Aus Only, unless your prepared to pay Postage - 1 entry per person Only,Multiple entries will see your entry void altogether. First and closest to 3000 as drawn by the number generator will win the prize. Prize is a 1250mm long BDL Brag Matt, and a 170mm Deep diving Cod Lure. Good Luck Take Care BDL

19.01.2022 I know i posted this once before. But "The Rock" is still talking about depression. Being such a role model for many, I think this is Great. Please talk to people if your feeling any symptoms. YOU ARE NOT ALONE 1 in 4 Australian Adults suffer a mental Illness.

19.01.2022 OK People, COMP WINNER !!!! Sorry about being late, fell asleep after a big day. I have just spun the number generator, and the lucky number was 1985... After checking the entries, and make sure everything was sweet, The Winner is Ami-Lee Foote. Ami, please contact me within 3 days to claim your prize via PM. if not claimed in 3 days to the hour, i will re draw. thanx all for entering. Hope you all had a great day yesterday. Take Care BDL

18.01.2022 Hi People. How are we all going ?? , hope you are well, Anything cool happening on your side of the world. Not much happening here, just making lures, as normal. Been struggling this week with my Withdrawals. As i wrote earlier, I am currently weening of all prescription Drugs, except my antidepressants They are staying for now. But coming of the Fentanyl and lyrica, is not easy, been very irritable,angry,sweating and bad headaches/body aches. Its a horrible set of drugs, but... without them i should be much clearer. Full respect to anyone who has come off them before, i now know what you went through. I'm about halfway into the circle of coming down, with another 4-6 weeks to go. Anyway, Lure orders have been relentless, and i thankyou for the support. I have enjoyed making custom lures and colours of late, However i have some bad news. I am unable to take any more lure orders prior to Xmas. I have to much now, and ill also be away from home for a few weeks at Xmas. I have a few pics to put up of recent work, and will be back in a few days with a nice lure to giveaway to someone. I have again, recently changed a method, giving them a cleaner glossier look. Its a constant cycle of learning to make lures, and as i near the 2 year mark, im feeling happy with where they are at for now. But plenty more to learn over the next couple of years. This will be a lifelong hobby for me now, i really enjoy the whole process from start to finish, i would love to see a few more pics get sent to me,of my lures in use. Not long until Xmas now, hope your all prepared. I do have Bragg Matts and shirts still available, which would make great Xmas presents. PM me if interested. Thanx again for your ongoing support. It keeps me ticking over and writting on the page. I'm here should anyone ever want to chat,just flick a PM. Thanx Take Care BDL

18.01.2022 Hi Peeps. How are you all. Well i hope. Big Hello to all the new viewers, noticed a fair few been jumping on lately, Hope you enjoy seeing some of my work as i learn how to make Timber Lures. Been going 2 years now and have some things worked out. recently went to painted eyes instead of stick on, This people, is an art in itself, and i am still getting fried egg eyes. Half of them look ok though. Just a matter of practice makes perfect. I also, sadly, need to stop taking or...ders. Sorry to the few who had recently enquired, I'm happy to take an order, But will not be making any more custom lures until around May 1st. Sorry. I will still have a few randoms up fo grabs from time to time. I actually have a couple ready to go now, While juggling customer orders,i always try and make a few stock, and this go around, i knocked up my Flathead Mk3, with inc tail fins. Still have a great fossicking action, and i will be able to put a video up this week. I also have some large Cod hunters, painted in Cod colour. Have a brown Cod, and a couple of greens ready to go. these are serious lures, with strong hardward and connection points,starting with a 1 inch stainless screwed Alu bib, down to a 6H Ring and 4/0 trebs. Quite a big lure, great for trolling. So, if your keen on a unique Flatty,Large cod lure, or wire through resin prawn, Flick me a PM. Also have my little project, a full resin prawn, i reckon this thing will smash fish around breakwalls and white wash, and have a friend who will give it a beating for me. First one was screw eeys, but i'm making a set of 5 with full through wire. happy for people to take dibs on the remaining 4. And the rest of the lures, have been sent to various parts of Australia ready to hit aussie natives and other species, as well as a couple of pics of my range of colours. Next post, Ill pop in a basic DIY step by step of a hand made lure, I wont go into massive detail, as the interest isn't there, but for those who are, Will be enough info to assist. Im always happy to accept PM's if anyone needs some tips or hand. Anyway, Till next time Take care BDL

17.01.2022 *** NOTICE *** Manufactured eyes, have now left the building. painted eyes in process on all future lures... stay tuned Have a good day BDL

16.01.2022 Hi All Black Dog Lures will be back online soon, just having issues connecting to the internet since we moved. But all should be sorted in the next few days now. Thx BDL

16.01.2022 Lure Makers Code !!!! Ok, so its happened again peeps. But let me take he story back first. When i started making lures, 2 years ago, i wasnt really an active member of FB or any websites. I made a few lures for a hobby, I copied a famous Lure makers lures, and was happy to show people. I even sent The lure maker a picture of my copy. I realised right then and there, i had brocken the Lure makers code, by copying anothers design. I immediately apologised, Destroyed the lure, ...and have never done the same since, I have even gone out of my way to email 2 lure makers since, asking them if my lure,looks to similar to theirs. As i like to play the game fair, and use my own imagination when creating lures. The same cannot be said for another maker unfortunately. This maker copied 1 of my lures last year,almost to the T, at the time, i emailed him, and asked him to change his lure, i was met with a few grumbles and blah blah, and finally, he just stopped making that lure. He then copied the surface bait, of another award winning lure maker, again, shit hit the fan, and he added a extra groove to the lure, which hardly changed the design. Well, he is at it again, after going into a tackle shop who had 1 of my lures hanging in there, he decided to go home and copy the exact same lure. Same shape,same depth, same join, same everything. He has now just added another little shave to the top, so he can say its not the same. Sad day for me folks,as far as lure making goes, where is the lure makers code gone ? where we wont copy each other. And if this was an innocent mistake, i wouldnt even bother writting this, but this maker is a serial pest,and this is the 3rd time,i know of. out of the 5 shapes or so, he has ever made, 2 of therm have been mine, and another someone elses. I know a few of you have already pointed it out to me,and messaged me, Please do not post his name on my page. I am not into personal sabotage,Karma will fix him up. ANYWAY, i have another set of lures almost done, this weeks batches, so ill be back in the next day or 2, with some sweet pics. Also have a really nice set of Cod lures ready to go for COD opening to show you all. Take Care Talk Soon BDL

16.01.2022 OK, another great page i want to Share is Angling Down Under, run by Graeme. Great page, huge member list and plenty oif fishing pics,hints,tips and other info, great sponsors and regular comps. just over and give him a like.... https://www.facebook.com/AnglingDownUnder?fref=nf

15.01.2022 Hi Peeps. How are we all. Well i hope. I'm ok, just returned from a break away on the clarence river at the inlaws. managed tio fish a few days, nail some great fish, and try to rest my body and mind. I'm still mentally exhausted from last year, but was able to smile a few times whilst away.... I am still not well, far from it, but manage to get through my days with meds, and my awesome wife and kids. My inlaws are also legends, and make us feel like we are at home, when we stay there. It really is a nice place down at Maclean NSW. So nice in fact, we plan to move there very soon. Anyway, Moving forward. I have now reached 2 years in lure making, and am happy with my lures at this stage. Still have much to learn, and am learning everyday. I will be bringing the model chart right down to a basic set, and will be refining a colour chart. All should be available in around 2 weeks. I have a few orders in front of me, and also look forward to making a few collector sets, that have been requested. Still up in arms as to packaging, whether it be blister, or bags, but will finalise something soon. Thanx to my awesome people wearing their BDL shirts around, i am seeing plenty of pics, with them in it. We will be ordering more very soon, So please Pm me if interested in ordering more. They will be in the same Blue and pink as last batch. Thanx for hanging around on my page, i look forward to showing you a heap of pictures this year during the stages of lure making, and also supporting Mental health with some links and other info. So, stay tuned, and ill get into things asap. Sorry, i have bombed you with a few pics of fish i caught whilst away, inc my last day Jack on 8LB Braid, went 63cm and also a few pics of some really nice camphor laurel i managed to pick up. Take care Back Soon BDL

15.01.2022 Black Dog Lures is proud to announce that there is a small selection of lures currently available from iluka Bait n Tackle. Drop in and see Ross and he will point you in the right direction. Great little shop in one of the most pristine fishing destinations in Australia. Thanx for the support Ross. More will be available in the new year.

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14.01.2022 Hi All. Sorry very quiet of late. been very ill with this morphine withdrawal and depression is at a very low low, almost a dangerous low, but ill get through it. Not sure how i do, but i do. I have wrapped up my lure making, think i mentioned it last post. Until we move anyway, then i have a nice shed to set up, and ill really get cranking on the lures. Still struggling learning to paint eyes. But i'm practicing most nights. Will open again in May.... I just finished these couple, and have a few more 90% done, just need a clear and hardware. Will get some pics up soon. 1 of this weeks lures was given to a sponsor and he snatched a small barra on it the next day. Thanx for the pic Mitch. Also recently got some pics of some of my wire through stick baits nailing some quality fish up of the reefs in NT. Good to know hey can handle the punishment of a regular basis. Thanx Shane. Hope you are all doing well, and had a good easter. Ill continue to post bits and pieces until i move. Have a good day Take care Talk soon BDL

13.01.2022 People, Here is a 1 off lure i made for "Lures 4 Cures" all proceeds to garvan institute to carry out cancer research. A great initiative,organised and run by a few good blokes. There is an hour left, if someone wants to log in and buy my lure, as a bonus, it also comes with any lure that you can see on my page. Will need Paypal to purchase. get in quick. Thanx

13.01.2022 Jack on the Black

12.01.2022 Another great Piece from Greg Vinall . The only online lure making course in the world. From start to finish. From 1 of the best in the world. Greg is based on the sunny coast, QLD, and has developed this course for beginners, who would like to start making their own lures. SEND HIM A PM IF YOUR INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE.

11.01.2022 Hi peeps, how are we all, Hump Day, and the Day that Marty Mcfly and Doc came to visit all those years ago, wouldnt mind marty's Hilux, it was sweet. Have had a delay on the brag matts, they are now due tomorrow. I will send the group email for payment out today, and also have pics of around 100 lures i have been working on the last 2-3 weeks to put up. Take Care Talk Soon BDL

10.01.2022 Hi all. How are we all ??. Hope all is well with everyone. Im ok, Well, not really, But doing my best. Dog has me bad, also had surgery this week, Painful and traumatising experience. Was awake and feeling the whole procedure, nearly passed out when the epidural popped into my spine. Anyway, its done, and im home. Results generally take a few days to appear, then it should get me through Xmas. I am still weening down of the heavy meds, and am currently only on 1/4 of the mo...rphine ( fentanyl) that i was on. Will be aiming to bring that figure to zero, in the new year whether i'm in pain or not. Anyway, i have managed to wrap up all my orders for this year. and tools have been put down until the new year. I got some really nice cod lures ready, and actually have a few spare sets if anyone is interested. Also got a sweet school of flathead done, and a couple of other little custom orders. Love making lures. But, that will be it for 2015. I aim to minimise my range in 2016, but improve overall appearance, with some auto colours, and various other method changes. I will also be going back to Backing cards instead of blister packs, mainly to stockist's anyway that it, but all customer orders, will now come on cards in the new year. i will also name my models, and my colours. Also, Due to a recent sabotage of 1 of my lures, i have changed the design on my large surface walkers, from single large pin connection, to double, so to the next person who tries to untwist them, and tell me there crap, all you will do is rip the lure to pieces now if you can. It will not unturn by itself now, and never did anyway. ROFL. As i mentioned earlier, 1st december, Ill announce a sweet comp for the yearm with some cool prizes. So stay tuned. Take care of yourselves and each other, have a great weekend, Enjoy the Cod open, and ill be back real soon.

09.01.2022 best thing i did, give this bloke a few of my lures, some great testing gonna be happening next few weeks.

08.01.2022 Hi people. Well, another weekend is upon us ?? Who is doing what ? any fishing ?? and one getting anew boat or car ? or any other cool thing happening for you this weekend. I am struggling with life, depression and issues, recently had my right shoulder give out on me. had ultrasound and x ray, and have 4 problems inside, all degenerative. So, yeah, hard week again, but im pushing through. We all have our own stories to tell, and plenty worse off.... Ok, back to lures. I have a heap of pics, and have nearly finished my new colour chart,ready for my catalogue to go out to a few stores to simplify ordering. Orders have been thick and i have really struggled to keep up, i appreciate the support, and glad all feedback of my lures is positive. thankyou, keep it up. I have also recently brought the gear to make my own polycarbonate Blade lure's. I'm considering rolling them into BDL with my timber lures ?? Thoughts on this ?? are you interested in seeing Poly blades being made ? does anyone wnat any customer colours made ?? let me know. I am also considering making a free lure course, for any budding amateurs/beginners to have a go at making lures. I could make up a set number of kits,inc everything needed to make the lure. I could NOT supply paint,sealers or top coats though. But the lure could be made totally complete, and you could just use a few spray cans from supercheap to finish. I would also cover that for you. Of course, I'm by no means a professional, nor have any accreditation to teach, But i will show you how i do it, and ways to simplify the process in my opinion. which is not always right LOL, but it gets me there. Let me know if interested, as i'm always keen to help people, and it would give me a interest in between doing my own lures. I could make up the kits,very cheap and post them out. once all recieved, could follow with step by step videos,pics and narrration. Would also be happy to take PM on any issues. So, let me know, is it feasable ?? is there enough of you here to want to have a go ?? if interested, leave a comment, and let me know what style lure you would prefer, eg Cod lure, Flathead lure,bream lure, bass lure and so forth, majority count will rule. I will also start to post more reguarly for you all,,on my own progress and work. Until next post, Take care Take to one another BDL

07.01.2022 BDL would like to wish all their followers a Happy new year in 2016. Have fun, Don't drink and drive, and look out for your friends. To the followers - Your Awesome... To the Mental health fighters fighters - Keep going, 2016 may be the year. I'm with you. Thankyou very much for all your loyal support throughout the year, have picked up a few more loyal supporters, lost a few old supporters, but all round, enjoyed having the page, and raising awareness to Depression and Mental Health Issues, Especially for Men. Take care, and lookout for one another. See you with some exciting changes in 2016. Talk Soon BDL

07.01.2022 Okay, Calling for your help. I have has a semi finished colour chart for most of 2015 and stuck to it, Mostly, when painting. But 2016 i plan to stick to it strictly, except for custom orders, which i'm more than happy to accomdate. What id like to hear is, your 3 fav colour combos, and what you chase with them. This will help guide my colour chart for the new year.... Id really appreciate your input, and i may just find a little pressie for a random person for helping. Thanx All, hope holidays are going well for most Drive safe, and look out for one another. BDL

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06.01.2022 Hi People. How are we all going ? I hope you are all well, and hope your new year and Xmas period was a safe and sound one. I am ok. I am still very unwell mentally, but don't wish to write to much at the moment. I will be back at a later date, and open up with a few of my feelings, and what my days and nights are like. I have had around 5 good days in 30, and have a few pics of those days. In 1 pic, I think i even managed a smile. But for now, in this p...Continue reading

05.01.2022 Okay Peeps, After all this time, I finally had 1. I was accused today on this page, of being a fake, and taking advantage of sick people when i was not really sick myself. When i say sick, i mean mental health sick. He also stated my page was bullshit, and i am giving false advice and hope to other sufferers, and i should shut the page down. This hurt a little, as i have been dealing with depression and other mental health issues for 2 years. My wife knows it, My family knows... it, and my friends and doctors know it. He is trying to report me to black dog institute blah blah, not overly worried, as at the moment, i'm not affiliated with any other people. My question is ?? Do all you folks still enjoy my page, Is it beneficial to you ?? Do you feel i am offering a wrong type of service or i am trying to take advantage of any of you. I know my lure making has been quiet, ( lightbulb Dory ) im sick, thats why. But will be back in the new year with some awesome new lures,pics and vids. So should i continue ?? or do you feel as though i am misleading any of you. I felt by offering assistance and putting up relevant depression statistics and pages, it was just about getting it out there, showing i am not afraid to talk about it, nor will it totally defeat me, and that there are many other sufferers. Please feel free to comment what you think. Thanx BDL

03.01.2022 Hi all. How are you all going. Good i hope. Been ok myself, still seeking medical treatment for a few issues, still fighting the dog, But i'm here, and doing my best. I have been very busy of late, esp with Cod season looming, and as stated a couple of times, SORRY, i cannot make anymore lures at the moment. I am however releasing 10 pairs of Cod lures, in around 2 weeks time. Will be a classic shape, with old school and effective colours. The lures have an awesome action, an...d great depth capabilities. SO, keep a look out. I'm adding a few pics of this weeks lures, inc a nice collector set of Cod lures. There is also a 2 only set of nudes to celebrate 2 years lure making for me. Its actually in december, but i got in early. There are some suspending jerkbaits, deep divers, 3 piece and single Barra lures, and a minnow set. Its been a while since ive had a comp, so im going to do a mega Xmas comp, i already have it figured, but will keep it secret at the moment. I will start it on December 1st. Won't want to miss it. SO, that's about it from me, Please remember, depression or other mental illnesses are OK, it happens, 1 in 4 to be exact. So ,please be aware of your surroundings and friends/family. If you see someone changing, mood swings, stopping regular activites, quiet, lonely, sad, any symptoms, Please ask them if there ok, and have a chat, maybe reccomend a professional to assist. Its not a stigma, it shouldn't be under the carpet, lets get it out there, and nail it. Itrs depression. Simple as that. a medical condtion, and its perfectly normal. Take care all Talk Soon BDL

02.01.2022 Hi Peeps, Couple of Pics that have been sent to me over the last few weeks, Thanx to all who sent them, really appreciate it.

02.01.2022 upgrade, 2 for the night on BDL. Pretty happy when a plan pays off.

01.01.2022 hi people, How are we all ?? hoping everyone is well. Anotehr week closer to Xmas, really flying this year, even though im stuch home 24/7. Im ok,had a independant assesement today for my injuries and further rehabilitation. Went in my favour again, was very happy with what the doctor told me, quite intimidating though, hearing his exact opinion spoken into a recorder. anyway the outcome will benefit me i believe. I am still weening of all heavy medications, albeit tough, 1 o...f the toughest things i have ever done actually. Fentanyl/morphine is a wicked drug, and i tell anyone who listens, Please, dont get addicted to it. Im now on a 25 patch only, after 6 weeks coming off, with another 4 weeks or so to go. my depression is no better, but ill struggle through it. Anyway, thats that part done, I have still been plugging away at lures, and as i mentioned last week, cant really take any more orders until after Xmas sorry. I have done a few sets this week, Barra,flatty,Oversize cod lures, and also a prototype flathead. Its a bit rough, as im only checking how it swims, but will be working on a better set next week, hopefully. i am still to throw up a prize, i might hold of another 2-3 weeks, then make it a Christmas comp. it will be a nice little prize. Ive seen many pics already of the shirts and brag matts in use, please keep them coming. Anyways, ill write off now Take care Talk soon BDL