Adam F

Are they really that much better than a conventional treble? Interesting concept, maybe ill give it a go?

What are assist hooks and why/how do they work?

Thanks Al. I've heard that they are starting to get mackeral off Weymouth now and a few over the wrecks but not consistently. I expect we will source a few to get us going. See you out there for a beer no doubt! Adam

Are any of the boats able to go Thurs if that was the better forecast? (assuming accomidation was available?)

Lets hope this sticks:

Sorry, these ones: http://www.rokmax.com/product.php?prodid=111&name=+++++++++++++++++++++Avet+SX+Series+Reels+-+New+SXJ+Model The SX 5.3 reel. You won't be disappointed they are worth every penny.

Thanks Terry, super work as always.

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Hope all this planning isn't in vain, forecast looking depressing so far!

Avets. No questions. They cost a bit more than an Abu but are epic reels. My rack now has 4 Kenzakis and matching Avets. A really nice combo. Buy in the Uk from Rok Max. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

I found a couple of these in the workshop, they fit 3 pirks nicely. Incidentally they are from Flambeau and are called Tuff Tainer. Will be interesting to see how they perform as they are impregnated with something that prevents rust, ideal for us anglers. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

Anyone started weather watching yet?

Awesome guys, well done. One question: why didn't you launch at Castletown, or even one of the Coves near The Bill.... And shorten the paddle and increase fishing time?

Thats a nice idea Rob - they blunt and rust on the pirk, and only take a few moment to pop on the split ring. May well do this.

This may help some of the skippers that dont know all going: Joint Venture - Adam, Alun J & Rob F - Aquafish 23 Leaving Poole early (6am ish) cruise 16-20knots Awol - Martin, Terry, Kev - Karnic 2460 leaving Poole between 6-7am cruise hopefully between 16-20knots Kingfisher, Chris, Chris - Arvor 25 Leaving Poole Wishin Too - Nige - Osprey 24 - Leaving Xchurch Freebouys - Peter & Matt - Merry Fisher Marlin 6 - Leaving Portland White Magic - Dave , Craig , Paul - Arvor 25 - Leaving Poole Alfresco - Charlie, Dan, Will, Ben - Procharter P3 - Leaving Poole Tigerfish - Steve, Lloyd, Alan - Targa 30 - Leaving Lymington Serenity - Tony, Graham, Alfie - Mery Fisher 695 - 16 knot cruise buddy with ANYA? ANYA - Andrew, Dean -Merry Fisher 705 - 16 knot cruise buddy with Serenity?

Graham is Little Sal and he's on the list so just the 3 to go :-)

Do any of you have a novel way of carrying your pirks? I find them so awekward - heavy and sharp, at the same time. If i lob them in the lead bucket someone risks getting hooked, but they are too big and bulky for a rig wallet?

Just to keep the list up to date and start looking at buddying boats up: Joint Venture - Adam, Alun J & Rob F Leaving Poole early (6am ish) cruise 16-20knots Awol - Martin, Terry, Kev Kingfisher, Chris, Chris Serenity - Tony, Graham, Alfie Wishin Too - Nige, Freebouys - Peter & Matt White Magic - Dave , Craig , Paul Alfresco - Charlie, Dan, Will, Ben Tigerfish - Steve, Lloyd, Alan ANYA - Andrew, Dean

Well the 7 day forecasts are starting to pick up next weekend. Thurs and Fri looking ok....

I doubt ill be able to make the meeting. Ill be looking to leave Poole early approx 6-6.30. 1 week to go! In fact this time next week I hope to be halfway there!

:-) nope it's called having 2 young kids and appreciating a good nights sleep!

The novilty of sleeping onboard wore off for me after a few years, after a long day at sea a hot shower, warm bed and a nice hot full English that doesn't stink the boat out has won me over!

Nope - they are Pirate 21's Rob. As far as I know, we dont have any Pirate 18's in the club. Have a pop over to WSF (World Sea Fishing.com) and ask in the boat section, I'm sure you'll find the info you want on there. Adam

Best to keep busy until 5 days out, takes your mind off it! I love and hate this time of year in equal amounts! Come Monday we will have a full look at the 4 days.