I see the tide flow at the tin shack was moving a little to fast. Better check your Murray's tables next time.
I fished my normal spot at JR and lost two (1/2 way up and 15 feet from the boat) before we landed two (25lb).
A boat near us moved west and got a 45 and a 70. With lucky Mike getting bigger fish fishing west and these guys getting bigger fish it appears heading west is the thing to do. Next time.
Isn't the fact that Scotsman is submerged the warning sign that your bow is going to go under soon??? LOL
Didn't go down yesterday and don't think will ever happen, maybe if you're in 6ft standing waves at the Race Rocks passage. Just leave enough line between yer boat and the scotsman. Always wear your pfd cheers
I see the tide flow at the tin shack was moving a little to fast. Better check your Murray's tables next time.
I fished my normal spot at JR and lost two (1/2 way up and 15 feet from the boat) before we landed two (25lb).
A boat near us moved west and got a 45 and a 70. With lucky Mike getting bigger fish fishing west and these guys getting bigger fish it appears heading west is the thing to do. Next time.
3XMike had to work so it was a solo voyage for me yesterday. For only one fish all the way to jr, maybe I'll tie a line to the stern of your yacht next time. cheers
Doug. Are you an expert halibut fisherman? Don't think so. Maybe you should try and follow some Renfrew Guides around. They always find the big ones!!!!
Doug. Are you an expert halibut fisherman? Don't think so. Maybe you should try and follow some Renfrew Guides around. They always find the big ones!!!!
I would never pull from the front cleat...it means having to leave the safer cockpit area and helm. If your the only one on board with anchor knowledge you want to stay in the safest area to work and be able to control the boat at all times. Especially if rough water kicks up while you are trying to retrieve. The risk of fouling the prop is also greater from the bow. You have better control of the entire process working aft.
x2 What profisher said. Each to there own but after watching that video in any type of wind or slop it looks like a disaster waiting to happen. Just my 2 cents.
I will never pull from the back of the boat. If the anchor will not release and you come off the power there is a good chance you can pull the back of the boat under the water(when rough) When pulling from the front if the anchor does not cpme out and you come off the power all the happens is the boat re anchors it self I agree with Gypseas's way is a lot safer
use a zap strap on your anchor and you will never stay on bottom.... you're only looking for trouble if you leave the attachment on the front.... what do you do if you have to cut free in a pinch? easier to get to the back and just untie your bowline... i'm no pro but it seems to make more sense...
x3 with the zap straps and bow to stern line. There is no simpler method.
Learn how to do it. It is by far the safest way to go about anchoring. It is the technique used by profesionals for a reason. My guests always go home safe after a days outing.
Doug. Are you an expert halibut fisherman? Don't think so. Maybe you should try and follow some Renfrew Guides around. They always find the big ones!!!!
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I hear some guides like to follow around the Victoria guys to find big ones too!
And calling out another guys skill as a fisherman? How many times have you placed in any major derby period? I hear there was this little contest recently last September that someone from around here may have competed in and maybe won a prize or two.
SOOKE REPORTS spring/summer 2010
Posted - 04/06/2010 : 08:30:08
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