First Day ..........

[alun j.]

What a pleasant change in the weather........I hope this lasts for a while.

 

Awkward LW time at Mudeford so I couldn't get out as early as preferred; 7.30 seems late at this time of year! A light NW breeze and little swell; mackerel easy to find, so baitwell soon filled with enough [ on my own today ...so more space to spread out].

 

Today was the first time this year I've been able to put a bait out and drift the way you're meant to go........even better , the breeze just pushed me off nicely and extended the drift. Quickly got the lie of things, moved into more productive territory and 'bang'.......bass on. Amazed to see a 2.25 lb bass having just scoffed a whole mack well over half a pound! .........but this was just the 'tiddler'.

 

Next 4 drifts all produced ; best went 7 lbs 6oz.......but then the tide died and so did the fishing. ..........and the wind changed......

 

.......the sea breeze kicked in........quickly increasing to an uncomfortable 4 or more!.......and pushing into the building ebb.

 

A much slower trip home and no joy at a mark on the way..........but a great start to my bassing season!

 

Alun.

[Rob]

 

Nice work Alun, I'm gonna have to give the ledge more of my time!

 

Rob

[Fugazi]

Next 4 drifts all produced ; best went 7 lbs 6oz

 

 

Nice one Alun, same hot spots as Saturday?

 

Gordon H

[Paul D]

Nice one Alun - retirement has started well for you

 

[great white]

Hi Alun

 

Nice one mate, if retirement means you can select the best days and get out, I am sure you will enjoy it and eat a lot of fish

 

Charllie

[alun j.]

Technically, I am on holiday ! Retirement \ redundancy starts on Sept 1 st.

 

I just have to hope no one at work drops dead over next 4 weeks !! ... that would call me back in !! .........it has happened!

 

Meanwhile .......thanks for the good wishes........and you know where to find crew mid-week ??

 

Alun.