The link may be of interest to members wishing to know more about the infamous banjo feeder. Apparently a mate of Tony's will be able to explain more if needed.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZBv1QCRFKc&feature=share
Sunday, 26 February 2012
Monday, 20 February 2012
GORSTY HALL, 19/2/12 ~ Lucas lights up a dour Gorsty
All seemed well setting off , with no frost on windscreens and a sunny sky. Reaching the canal outside Nantwich suddenly started the alarm bells as a dusting of hail/snow appeared in the fields. By the time we'd got to Gorsty it was icy roads too. No ice breaking involved, but a grueller was a distinct possibility.
No negative thoughts from the maestro though, as Pete Lucas reached straight for the method feeder. Demonstrating why he is the Method Maestro, Pete caught 5 carp, which he backed up with a few pole caught silvers to dazzle the opposition with 11lb 08oz and a runaway victory. Congratulations Pete, on a well deserved win.
Comfortably securing second spot was Jamie Pickup, who pole fished 4mm pellet over micros at 14metres and caught skimmers throughout the match to record 6lb 02oz. Another consistent showing from JP, who's concentration was awesome. At intervals during the match, golf balls were landing behind him. Each time he hurled abuse towards the golf course. Not once did he notice Dave Norman lobbing them at him from 2 pegs away...Nice prank Dave, anything for a blog mention aye?
Another podium finish for Tony Byers. 4lb 02oz of pole caught silvers was enough to put crafty in the frame again. Cheated though, as he used double pinkie! What do you think this is, a winter league outing?...............Oh, I suppose it is really, well done Mr Treasurer.
'Team Kenny' were both section winners, Stuart winning outright with 3lb 12oz of small roach and skimmers, while Pickup shared his section, weighing 2lb 15oz of skimmers, crucians and roach on pellet. The other share went to Banjo Paterson, who managed a carp, and added a few bits on pole. The big man even learned a few tricks too as he was pegged next to our winner.
We now have a new head to head, as Jamie and Jedward are fishing for a pound at every match. With John only weighing 2lb odd, Jamie has taken an early lead in the 'Sumo Sovereign'.
No negative thoughts from the maestro though, as Pete Lucas reached straight for the method feeder. Demonstrating why he is the Method Maestro, Pete caught 5 carp, which he backed up with a few pole caught silvers to dazzle the opposition with 11lb 08oz and a runaway victory. Congratulations Pete, on a well deserved win.
Comfortably securing second spot was Jamie Pickup, who pole fished 4mm pellet over micros at 14metres and caught skimmers throughout the match to record 6lb 02oz. Another consistent showing from JP, who's concentration was awesome. At intervals during the match, golf balls were landing behind him. Each time he hurled abuse towards the golf course. Not once did he notice Dave Norman lobbing them at him from 2 pegs away...Nice prank Dave, anything for a blog mention aye?
Another podium finish for Tony Byers. 4lb 02oz of pole caught silvers was enough to put crafty in the frame again. Cheated though, as he used double pinkie! What do you think this is, a winter league outing?...............Oh, I suppose it is really, well done Mr Treasurer.
'Team Kenny' were both section winners, Stuart winning outright with 3lb 12oz of small roach and skimmers, while Pickup shared his section, weighing 2lb 15oz of skimmers, crucians and roach on pellet. The other share went to Banjo Paterson, who managed a carp, and added a few bits on pole. The big man even learned a few tricks too as he was pegged next to our winner.
We now have a new head to head, as Jamie and Jedward are fishing for a pound at every match. With John only weighing 2lb odd, Jamie has taken an early lead in the 'Sumo Sovereign'.
Monday, 13 February 2012
LINGMERE, 12/2/12 ~ Kenny wins the island showdown.
Despite the heavy frosts for over a week, Lingmere was in perfect condition for a good match. Their aeration system had kept the lake ice-free, and even allowed for a waggler or feeder chuck if desired.
Master-catcher Stuart drew 'in-form' peg 5 and went out on a waggler with maggot. The right tactics for the peg and it was game over as Kenny caught carp and barbel throughout the match. He recorded 25lb 15oz at the whistle for a fine victory.
Pegged next door was last week's winner Andy, and he proved his worth once again by putting carp and barbel totalling 20lb 06oz onto the scales to claim runners-up spot. Well done again.
That crafty chap known as Tony Byers also went down the waggler and maggot route. He had obviously learned from the last couple of successful anglers in our recent visits, as he had 4 decent carp, most of which reversed into his landing net. Adding a few bits n bobs, Tony finished an honourable third with 19lb 04 oz. A good effort from our new treasurer.
John Edwards had F1s and skimmers on pole-fished maggot, all of which were legitimate, lip-hooked specimens. He was about to celebrate a podium finish as the needle flickered above Tony's weight, but sadly for Sumo, it settled at 19lb 03oz, and he had to be content with a section win. Still, another decent result for John, although his lottery estimate (38lb) was wide of the mark.
Picking up an envelope for the third consecutive Lingmere outing was Mark Ormond. Once again Mark pole fished pellet to net a steady stream of F1s and skimmers to the tune of 18lb 12oz. Another solid effort, and a section win so well done.
Master-catcher Stuart drew 'in-form' peg 5 and went out on a waggler with maggot. The right tactics for the peg and it was game over as Kenny caught carp and barbel throughout the match. He recorded 25lb 15oz at the whistle for a fine victory.
Pegged next door was last week's winner Andy, and he proved his worth once again by putting carp and barbel totalling 20lb 06oz onto the scales to claim runners-up spot. Well done again.
That crafty chap known as Tony Byers also went down the waggler and maggot route. He had obviously learned from the last couple of successful anglers in our recent visits, as he had 4 decent carp, most of which reversed into his landing net. Adding a few bits n bobs, Tony finished an honourable third with 19lb 04 oz. A good effort from our new treasurer.
John Edwards had F1s and skimmers on pole-fished maggot, all of which were legitimate, lip-hooked specimens. He was about to celebrate a podium finish as the needle flickered above Tony's weight, but sadly for Sumo, it settled at 19lb 03oz, and he had to be content with a section win. Still, another decent result for John, although his lottery estimate (38lb) was wide of the mark.
Picking up an envelope for the third consecutive Lingmere outing was Mark Ormond. Once again Mark pole fished pellet to net a steady stream of F1s and skimmers to the tune of 18lb 12oz. Another solid effort, and a section win so well done.
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