Spinning Session

[fester]

Well, I got fed up of painting and the call of the sea was so great just had to go for a spin, literally!

Went down to my local beach where conditions were not ideal, sunny and bright.


The water was warm, and as I rummaged to find any peelers in the weed, I came across a few mini species...

A 5 Bearded Rockling


A Butterfish


And a Common Blenny or Shanny


As I got into the water I noticed it was crystal clear again but this time it was alive with sandeels. So I knew that I might have half a chance. I took 4 spinners with me, talk about traveling lite.


Started with a silver one, then added a bit of colour incase there were any Seatrout about but nothing. I moved about, changed lures, altered depth and retrieve but not even a follow, I think the sun was too bright, but the water is definitely warm enough now, Must get my lad a pair of chesties!!



So, no fish again but it won't be long now, early morning or evening sessions will produce, I'm sure of it.

[shootist]

you guys down their just dont realise how lucky you are to be able to just drop everything and NIP down the beach.
nice one. ;D

[mark63]

hi fester i think i fished the same beach as you today we fished on the bottom useing lug and crab but still blanked will try again soon.

[fester]

Did you ask me if there was any bass about? and did I say I'll tell you in an hour or so?if not ignore

[mark63]

hi fester yes that was us if id known it was you i would of stopped for a chat.

[fester]

I know! we just kinda crossed paths!

[labraxpg]

I recognize that mark Fester, one small photo can give a lot away.
What rod are you using, is it a four piece.
A mate of mine got a bite on his finger from a blenny. He was telling me about it only yesterday, it really hurt. The worst bite i ever got was from a big Tortoise when i was a kid, now that did hurt.

[fester]

when I initially posted that photo it was the biggest out of the lot!?? now its the smallest?? Its no big secret, it's West Shore at LLandudno, I'm at work now so can't change it, will try again tomorrow.

The rod is a Shimano Exage 330H, I am trialling it before I use it in Portugal in 2 weeks time Its not bad for the price, but travel rods tend to be a bit crap anyway. The only problem with it I found out today is that if you cast heavier lures with it for a long period then the middle spigot can become loose and the eyes go out of sync! Ideal for float, spin and plug abroad for 2 weeks though.

As for the tortoise, not bad on a BBQ I suppose.

[harpoon]

Anyway that rod is a good rod for lure fishing(I have one) and considering its a multipiece the balance and action is superb!
You are dead right about some of the spigots working loose after a while of casting. A dab of candle wax helps a great deal, just a dab mind, too much and you'll never be able to push it home.
Also I was just watching a Mike Ladle video and he was using on eof those very same rods himself...so youre in illustrious company there mate!

[rzaskar]

Found the same with me new exage but as long as ya check it every so often its not a major problem to me. Reckon I will be board of putting it back in the bag soon tho and it will be going in to the car in 2 pieces ;D

[labraxpg]

Rzaskar, whats the casting weight on that rod. I tend to go for a 10-50 myself.

[fester]

RZ,

I know what you mean, mine is in 2 pieces in my boot right now, I guess it will save wear on the joints though.

[rzaskar]

The 330H is rated at 20 - 50g i fink but im in work at the moment so carnt check. The rod will handle most lures and spinners that u would be chucking in to british waters