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Hi Mark It generally seems to be accepted as the 60/40 split. But at work, some small motor boats without heating, radar, much nav equipment etc are declaring 80/20 and some even 100% propulsion. Because of bulk buying and pre filling prior to Nov 1st and the time of year I have not filled the tank at work since october. so I am using prices from before they dropped a lot. Heating etc [40%] is 70p Propulsion [60%] is

Can I bring the Mono and watch you break it??? 300lb ?? But seriously it would be interesting in say 60 lb and 40 lb mono. Charlie

Ouch Just added fuel for the first time since the rules changed even at the 40/60 split, it hurt a bit more than before Thank goodness that the price per ltr has reduced since mid summer. It would now be good, without the extra 43p per ltr revenue on the propulsion part. A big thanks to those that fish with us for helping towards these fuel costs. At least she is fueled ready for those Cod hunting days. Charlie

Hi Dom Please pass our good wishes for a rapid recovery to Dan when you see him. We hope that he is soon well enough to enjoy the season and some fishing. Charlie Dan and Sam

DEEPLY PROFOUND THOUGHTS BY MEN WHILE FISHING Two men are out boat fishing at their favourite fishing spot, just fishing quietly and drinking beer. Almost silently, so as not to scare the fish, Bob says, 'I think I'm gonna divorce my wife. She hasn't spoken to me in over 2 months.' Earl continues slowly sipping his beer, then thoughtfully says, 'You better think it over, Bob. Women like that are hard to find.'

I think we are away at the weekend, but to aid numbers I called Gary to remind him its this weekend. He does not use the forum but does like to flounder fish. Tight lines Charlie

Hi Neal Happy Birthday mate I hope you get a few nice presents [and nothing for the rockery LOL] Charlie

Sounds like a bargain

Is it me, or are there a lot of keen anglers about Tight lines all Charlie

Hi Dan some interesting results, but it sounds like it may not be failing at the knot. Perhaps you could try again with a much bigger swivel about the same gauge as the hook. I know it is definatly something of interest to a lot of us, not really just for those traces tied in the heavy mono, its much more relevant to the bass fisherman using lighter traces. If I am using lighter gear 10 to 20 lb traces I want the knots to be as near 100% as possible, thats why I tend to use the polamar knot which is doubled where it goes through the hook or swivel. Charlie

Neal and his mate were first to ask this week So hopefully if all other matters can be sorted, they will join Dan and I for a trip to the island on Sunday Tight lines all Charlie

Happy Birthday matey I hope you get what you hoped for and have a great day Charlie

Nice pictures mate Go on rub it in Well done Charlie

Dan try a polamar knot mate its supposed to be a 100% knot Its a simple one to tie to something like a swivel, but it is bulky I would be interested to know what that and my version of the centauri knot fail at on your 60lb mono. Charlie

I have been keeping an eye on the catch report viewer and tonight was going to remind those anglers getting the cod to add their catches, as they were not showing. Today when I checked I saw several nice cod in december allready then I noticed the dates I know James is a good angler and very confident, but reporting a 20 lb fish caught on boxing day is a bit keen. Maybe its one for PD, it just seems there is no way to correct typo's and mistakes like duplicates on the report posting system. Its not really a winge, its just that other office guys may like to keep an eye on the catch reports like me and the boys do. Charlie

Nice report and nice fishing guys well done again At least in daylight you have a chance with those braid tangles, at night and with a need to now wear glasses I find them a nightmare. lets hope Alun is right about the weekend,[ its a shame the comp could not be rescheduled,] but if other matters are OK we may get out towards the island on Sunday. Charlie

Nice one mate It was really great haveing text's giving me running totals while I was in the office To be honest I love to know what is happening out there, so keep the fish and the texts coming. well done Charlie

No Problem Al, I hope you get a chance to load test it soon Charlie

Whenever you have an 'I Hate My Job' day (Even retirees can sometimes have those days), try this out: On your way home from work, stop at your pharmacy and go to the thermometer section and purchase a rectal thermometer made by Johnson & Johnson. Be very sure you get this brand. When you get home, lock your doors, draw the curtains and disconnect the phone, so you will not be disturbed. Change into very comfortable clothing and sit in your favorite chair. Open the package and remove the thermometer. Now, carefully place it on a table or a surface so that it will not become chipped or broken. Now the fun part begins. Take out the literature from the box and read it carefully. You will notice that in small print there is a statement: 'Every Rectal Thermometer made by Johnson &Johnson is personally tested and then sanitized.' Now, close your eyes and repeat out loud five times, 'I am so glad I do not work in the thermometer quality control department at Johnson & Johnson.' HAVE A NICE DAY; AND REMEMBER, THERE IS ALWAYS SOMEONE ELSE WITH A JOB THAT IS MORE OF A PAIN IN THE ASS THAN YOURS! ....Remember, if you haven't got a smile on your face and laughter in your heart, then you are just a sour old f..t. and maybe you should go and work for Johnson & Johnson !

Tight lines this week chaps. Family commitments will keep Alfresco tied up this week. James Have a look through recent posts for squid there was a very good source found by will a few weeks ago and its in Christchurch. Charlie

Morning Al Next time you tie one up, have a look the way I described earlier when tightened by pulling both the tag end and the trace it really is a neat knot. It was shown to Gary and I by a chap we used to see every year at the Conger Club events, he used about 400lb mono. I have no idea what its called but it certainly works. I used to put 4 or more turns on it but have been using only 3 for years and have never had a problem. Charlie

Hi Al It seems to be the other way around than the one I use for heavy mono. I pass the line through the hook, back on itself and take three turns around my finger towards the hook before passing the tag end away from the hook between finger and the turns. [ If you use the end of a large boom instead of your finger, I find it easier to push the tag end up the inside of the tube and pull the tube off before tightening the knot] The one above seems to take turns away from the hook and then back outside before tucking. If it was in the heavy line you and I use it would bulk up the knot a bit. Charlie

Looks straight forward like that G/W [Green/White] is down from either switch and L/W [blue/White] up after the relays its Green wire to the trim motor for up and Blue for down. should be reasonably easy to see if its a switch or wiring problem. Good luck Charlie

Good call mate Nothing about being soft Jim its about having the sense to know when its better to be wise before going out and stay safe ashore. We all love fishing, but it can be too risky going out on days like today. Better to keep the fuel and bait for a nicer day. Charlie