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Poole Bay Plaice Chase 2022 The kayak fishing competition returned for the eighth time , after a two years break, as the weather and sea conditions allowed it. Taking place from Sandbanks beach the kayak anglers set off onto fairly calm seas with light winds, although bitterly cold, in search of early Spring Plaice. Thirteen anglers chose their preferred technique, wether inshore, further out, drifting or anchored, and fish were soon being reported. Poole Bay Small Boat Angling Club who facilitate the competition, had a volunteer support boat in attendance in case of any difficulties, and unfortunately an angler capsized and had to be assisted onto the boat and warmed up before being brought back to the shore with most of their equipment. Another rod and reel to Davey Jones. A great job by the support boat, Looby Four. After 5 hours all of the competitors had returned to shore for the measuring of the Plaice, with eight anglers offering a fish up. The winner was Stephen Henry, “Lureman” , a regular to this event, and his name will be added to the Cam Clearie Trophy that is on display in Poole Sea Angling Centre. A big well done to Lureman and all of the competitors and PBSBAC members in attendance. The Plaice Chase returns in 2023

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If you get out and take a nice photo, post it below. To vote for it press the like button My offering. Stephen Henry, Plaice Chase winner

So we have gone and bought a new to us boat, Details to follow in another post. So that means we now have 2 boats! Sea Jay is now for sale. 2005 Explorer elite 2018 Mariner 60hp EFI 120 hours Fully serviced Garmin Echo map 7 with charts Garmin Fish finder DSC radio connected with gps 3 x 25 l Tanks Hallmark Roller trailer (factory supplied) Brakes removed, However can be replaced if needed. Ready to go fishing nothing needs doing. Fresh Anti foul if you want to keep it on the water as we have for the last 5 months. Currently out of the water for pre season service and a clean on her trailer. A couple of pre Anti foul pics to show how clean the hull is. More to follow. Looking for £10500 If anyone knows anyone, I will advertise all over the place for a little more Thanks Mike

I filmed this on my phone whilst steering Tiddler with the other hand but this is Sea Jay in Swanage Bay: Excuse the lumpy film.. 🙂

Poole Bay Plaice Chase 2022 The kayak fishing competition returned for the eighth time , after a two years break, as the weather and sea conditions allowed it. Taking place from Sandbanks beach the kayak anglers set off onto fairly calm seas with light winds, although bitterly cold, in search of early Spring Plaice. Thirteen anglers chose their preferred technique, wether inshore, further out, drifting or anchored, and fish were soon being reported. Poole Bay Small Boat Angling Club who facilitate the competition, had a volunteer support boat in attendance in case of any difficulties, and unfortunately an angler capsized and had to be assisted onto the boat and warmed up before being brought back to the shore with most of their equipment. Another rod and reel to Davey Jones. A great job by the support boat, Looby Four. After 5 hours all of the competitors had returned to shore for the measuring of the Plaice, with eight anglers offering a fish up. The winner was Stephen Henry, “Lureman” , a regular to this event, and his name will be added to the Cam Clearie Trophy that is on display in Poole Sea Angling Centre. A big well done to Lureman and all of the competitors and PBSBAC members in attendance. The Plaice Chase returns in 2023

I am so excited about getting out and about this year Im compiling a list of the slipways I can use to try to keep my fuel costs down a little while exploring some different spots. I was walking around Christchurch today and Wick looks like a candidate for my I.O.W trips. It mentions it can only be used at high water, does anyone have any experience of this slip? Id guess Id probably prefer to use it at smaller tides and get there very early. Whats it like in the summer? I know about the moving channel at Mudeford so would take extra care there. Any comments would be gratefully received..

Wick slip is best used on higher parts of the tide due to the fact it’s not a long slip and has a drop off if you go to far down it. It’s also surprising step and quite easy to light your tyres up if your boat is heavy. Alun uses the slip at Mudeford and would be able to advise on its use, and would save 20 minutes traveling through the harbour

congratulations on the new boat Mike. I cant wait to see what you've bought. I cant imagine you'll have any issues selling Sea Jay.