great white

What a day that was a run out into a lumpy sea in fog One of the crew ill as soon as the anchor went down, but to his credit he did not want us to stop fishing. We sat waiting for hours for just a few bits and pieces and a couple of very small congers, constantly changing baits and removing weed We counted over 70 boats in view at one point, so the scent trail was well spread Eventually we tried a move in an attempt to get a bit calmer for the sake of Stu, but I parked at the dogs home. They enjoyed the fourth box of squid of the day, and were about as popular as the red weed. By 4 It was time to head in early for everyones sake Not the best trip ever, well done to the other boats that found some cod. We really felt for the lads on the smaller boats yesterday in that weather. Lets hope for some calmer weather soon Charlie

Hi Dave I have found it better in the breezy weather to stay in an area with some tide, especially when wind and tide are togerther. You may finish up fishing off to one side as she will not stay exactly nose into the tide but at least you can fish and do not swing all over the place. That swing of the wind helped us get back from the car park without beating directly into the weather. Charlie

I upgraded Great White not long before I sold her to Lowrance I liked the idea of two sets so had the 4" FF and 5" Global Map colour plotter. On Alfresco I have just one combined unit, again a lowrance its a 10" set. Now replaced with teh HD set nigle has onboard. To be honest I thought I would have added another in 4 years but have not as this one does all I want it to do. There are obvious drawbacks to a single unit, but they are compensated by the recordability of sonar, the size of the screen and the ability to play back at home and get GPS numbers off of the playback. and of course the ability to record and back up info such as marks routes etc on to an SD card. On that point Paul, I know that you lost all of your info when the bastards nicked your kit, but I have some that we have shared before written down, you are of course welcome to them when you need them. Charlie

Hi Graham Even though the weather was a bit breezy when we arrived at the boat the overall opinion was to go for it and head to the island. Obviously with the bigger craft we have a larger window of opportunity but we still put faith in the forecast, that gave a slight lull then a swing in the breeze towards the south. The breeze swung a little. We set off at three to make the run in daylight it took 30 mins loger than going as we deliberatly headed 10 degrees north of course to make the ride better. it flattened nearer to shore so we corrected then. Charlie

We were out yesterday Decided that we would go to the car park, but had considered staying nearer to Poole. Glad that we didn't, as all reports seem to indicate it was much slower there. Mind you the needles area was rather bouncy and we had to take it steady on the way home. Shame that the weather finished up nothing like the original forecast of a few days ago, let hope that does not happen again for Sunday. Charlie

Well done Guys It was a tad lumpy even today when originally they were giving great weather. Nigel you did not want to put him on your marks then Well done Chris 6th out of 180 is good going indeed. Charlie

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As you are going out East tomorrow you may not need any.

Dan Will and I Hope to have a little look around on Thursday anyone else going out? Charlie

Happy Birthday Terry Glad to hear that you are feeling well enough to be seeking permission to get afloat Look forward to seeing you on the water again. Charlie

What a nice break in the weather Craig called me and easily talked me into a run out. 0715 saw us laving the Marina anchor was going down at 0815 By the time we settled down more and more boats were arriving, several were Club boats over from Poole for a spot of Poaching to the East of Club waters. It started oK with several bites as we got used to fishing amongst the red weed again, a small Cod was followed by a pou that had its whole stomach section removed by a Conger that missed both hooks. We got a fiesty conger to the boat that proved a little tricky to T bar In the easing tide more pout , Lsd and a few whiting and shed loads of weed kept us interested/busy. [i am so glad we do not get that weed neerer to home] To be honest fishing was slow, but at least that gave me time to fry the bacon and keep the teapot hot. Nigel you deserve that smell on the breeze, for the text picture you sent me on Tuesday A few more fish would have been nice, but other boats including charters were having a slow time so we persisted. 1600 and time for home with just 1 small Cod and a few whiting. It was a nice day to be out Craig and his son Ashley were great company, we will try again soon. Charlie

Dave it would be good to know if these fish extend to the closer marks yet. It is a much shorter run and not bad if you only have 5 hrs or so. If weather is not good tomorrow we may try to find out. Charlie

Have been talked into a trip [How easy was that LOL] Hope to head out but weather will dictate how far, Nige you may get a call later. at the moment I have a space, anyone interested you know where I am 07887 794716 Charlie

Marks problem can sometimes be the main one with SS props. If they hit something they do not bend easily, so either the bush goes or worse the spline can twist. Bushes can also go due to the additional weight and inertia of the prop. Charlie

Lovely Fish Paul Well done mate I had better try to get out there soon while there is a space to anchor the boat in. Charlie

Wow that is a great trip Well done James Mark and PJ Lets hope they stay around for a while Charlie

Well done mate Two excelent fish I bet you are still smiling and aching for a while Recieving your pictures at work did not exactly improve my day, but you put the time in and deserve your reward Charlie

I had that too really takes the smile off your face in the office I look forward to seeing a better picture Charlie

I would like to say a huge well done to the Organisers, Sponsors and Anglers that all made yesterday a success. It is hard enough to run an Open without poor weather. To have to postpone 4 times, and persevere to get it sorted is a really great effort. Well done also to all that supported the event by fishing or helping with the jobs ashore. It was a tireing day scratching for fish, but at least the sun was out. CU next year ROB Look forward to seeing the results Well done Steve and the rest of the prize winners. Charlie and Crew

I tried that on Sat night , and did not feel at all well on Sunday Charlie

Alfie you may be aware, that not only does the rope have to fit the windlass but if it is fitted with a chain gypsy it has to have calibrated chain as well. The rope chain splice is a bit special but not too difficult as long as its a three ply rope. I could help you with that if you wish. Charlie

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Well done for getting out there Nigel You put the rest of us lilly livered land lubbers to shame. Mind you yesterday was out for me , after a drunken fancy dress halloween party I struggled to get off the couch. I have just made myself feel ill again, by looking at windguru Charlie

Lofty They are the stable diet of cod, its well reported that they make a good live bait for them, but to be honest I have never had much luck. We tend only to keep a few of the bigger ones, [1.5lb plus] for the table. But any over 1lb are good to eat In the open next week we will be running on a minimum size at the scales of 50% specimen size , for whiting that will be 1lb 12oz Charlie

Lofty definatly whiting or "Channels" Very good eating and prefered by some to cod we usually try to only keep a few larger ones over 1.5 lb as they are best fresh. 20 in the Kayak is a good catch well done.