Adam F

Rich, We (PBSBAC) dont promote the bream comp only our own, which is run on trust and doesnt require a fish to be weighed in. It is the individuals choice id they wish to fish the PSAC Bream Comp - although I do take your point. I think most of us anglers are aware enough not to take boxes and boxes of fish just to win a prize, and personally I see no problem with taking a few for the prize / table to eat. Common sense must prevail. Adam

As Coddy says, you can either have 2 x 25l tanks like me that fit the drain sump under the transom or one large 50l tank - but option is too heavy to remove if full, I prefer the 2 tanks - also gives you the advantange of being able to swap tanks (contaminated fuel, lending fuel to a buddy etc) The 175 and the 195 have integral. Adam

Yes I have seen this boat before - it nearly ran me down a few weeks ago when coming back through the harbour - the skipper clearly didnt know to pass port to port and was dertermined to use the left hand side of the channel!!

Blimey! You wouldnt need a life jacket with them!!

Of course - you are are correct Duncan, thanks for correcting me after 20 years!

Well done you spawny bassturd! I got the phone call at 7pm whilst finishing the end of a 250 mile trip in the car! I bet it aint that calm when I manage to get round there!

'When the wind's in the East - the fish bite least' 'When the wind's in the West - the fish bite best' 'When the wind's in the South - the bait flows in the fishies mouth' 'When the wind's in the North - dont bench a forth' My dad told me this the first time I ever went fishing (age 5) and I have remembered it ever since!'

I have two Jack, but I aint selling them, they are my favourite rods! Poingdestres in Southamtpon do them for about

Coddy, Apologies - I guess not - things have been so hectic last few weeks that I havent had a chance to look at it. Plus the plaice fishing has taken a dive recent weeks. Next trip will be the Solent in a few weeks - Ill keep you posted. Cheers Adam

Not a bad haul!

Shame it wasnt caught on a private boat!

Well, were back! - Its taken a decent nights kip and a lazy day today to recover but it was well worth it. Ill just cover my trip and let others do there's. We left Weymouth at 8am on Tues but a stiff 5-6 SW was blowing making the ride past the Shambles aweful - max speed was 5 knots and that was uncomfortable. Once we cleared the banks and got a depth under the keel it evened out a bit but was still far from calm. A stop for macky 12 miles from the Bill then off to a wreck for Pollock and Cod. We stopped at a few other wrecks on the way over also. We arrived at Alderney at about 3pm, and drifted an eddy off the Swinge for Pollock - great fun on 6lb line a 20grm spinning rod! A few beers that night were well earnt! The 2nd day the sun shone and the winds dropped. We fished the South Banks for flatties and whilst it was very hard work the total tally was 20 flatties for our boat - Tiger Lilly. It was thirsty work made worse by the crewman being unable to opperate the kettle!! The last drift for the day brightend up an otherwise poor day for me - a stonking 8lb Brill - almost 200% specimen Day 3 looked promising after the day before, and a good start with a few bass had us in high hopes...but we struggled a little on the banks with only 7 turbot. However Martin showed the way with a cracking Turbot of 14lb 8oz - the best of the trip! That night we took turbot to the wonderful 1st and Last resturant, where it was served on a bed of Spinach, with parmasan and chedder cheese and then baked! Followed by 3 bottle of Sancere and 3 helpings of Chilli Tiger prawns - possibly the best seafood meal Ive ever had! Last day we headed back across the channel, stopping on a large wreck to take about a dozen ling to 18lb. We hit Weymouth at 7pm tired but happy. Many thanks to Chris Cains and Pat Carlin our Skippers, and to Leigh and Chris at the Armoury, lastly to our crewman Peter. Adam

Stand on the cabin roof, hold the vhf ariel in one hand and the rod in the other and point it towards the sky...it is good luck! Seriously, I would recommend lowering the chf ariel and all rods and sitting it out - I would think you would be ok?...

Mick, I dont have any specific info on what to look for with an Alaska, but in general look for: Stress cracks around the transom, areas on the hull that show signs of repair, ALWAYS insisit on seeing the engine running - in the water is preferable to on a hose but a hose is better than nothing, check the 'tell tale' water jet from the engine it should be cold except when the engine is turned off, check see how she idles, check the clarity of the oil, check the deck area of signs of spongeyness, crack or chips, same goes for where the cuddy joins the hull another weak spot. Basically you can usually tell from the first few looks at a boat. If she is shiney clean and looks well maintained then it is a good sign, if she stinks of dead fish is filthy dirty and rusty then it indcates it hasnt been looked after - of course their are always exceptions to the rule! Im happy to come and give a second opinion if you need. Adam

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Taken - Bob F. Ta Adam

Ill be putting in from Wick for a go at the bream early on Sunday morning, and I need crew. Let me know if you fancy it. Wont be late home - gotta get ready for Alderney!"!!

Be patient Mick - it took me over 6 months to find my boat but it was well worth it - their is some real junk out there, but also some cracking bargins. You have chosen a popluar boat and will not have a problem. I would guestimate that over the past year I have seen at least 5 alsakas a month for sale on the web. http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F61488/ http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F60216/ http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/ARU021/ http://www.boatsandoutboards.co.uk/view/F60776/ Adam

Dan, A damaged prop may not make too much differance to the ride / performace (unless it is really deformed) but it will cause stress on the leg as it will not balance properly. A new one for a Penta, I guess will cost the earth - best bet is to take it off and drop it into Propellor Revolutions in Cobbs Quay. If it is just knicked and burred it wont cost too much - but they are wizards! Even a severly bent prop will come back like new and re-power coated. For a smallish prop 15"-17" with moderate damage it will be 30 quid ish...

My Icom wasnt talking to my Garmin - I pressed a few buttons and then they made up - now they are talking again!

Wight Sapphire probably. My money would go to Electric Blue - Rob seems a very helpful guy, he has emailed me and Bob info numerous times in the past and has a good reputation. Adam

Ill be out Saturday with Rach as crew - heading out to have a crack at the bream! Will Wick slipway still be out of order?

Hi Paul!, Bob F has an Alaska 500, it is the newer model from Sea Hog - as the original was from Shetland. Good boats, stood the test of time, plenty of deck space and a fast hull, but Im sure Bob will put a decent review on here for you. Also see here: http://fishing_boats.tripod.com/ Go to boats 15-19ft then to Sea hog and then to Alaska 500. Hope this helps.

I think its a great idea Dave - if you have 'hunderds' Il l have a few if you can spare them? Adam

Terry, You have a PM. Adam