Adam F Posted May 12, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 I've made the call to postpone with JV this time around. Not really seeing a decent window other than Sat Pm and Sunday, which isn't enough for me to get bashed around and sit on Alderney waiting for a window or fishing close in out of the wind. I'd rather wait for a full 4 day trip when the wind allows better access. Good luck and stay safe to those who are going over, I'll await the reports! JV looking either to do 2 days in Portland, or possibly a local day Shambles or wrecking on Sunday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Agree about Friday Adam, didnt realise you were planning to go then. For those who think the crossing then will be ok, there's another factor. Bray Harbour is open to the NE, the only angle without shelter. Mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oli Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 We're thinking the same, made such a huge difference having great conditions last year that we'd prefer to be patient and wait for a better weekend. Gutted but think it's the right call. Hope those that go have a good crossing and find lots of fish - keep us updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Assuming the forecast stays the same Tigerfish is going Sat to Mon overnighting in Alderney The spare place has been taken up by Alun so we are now up to 4 going. There will be daily updates, hopefully of big flaties Bramble banker 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 No thanks to the updates!!!!! Stay safe, enjoy! Steve S 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alun j. Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 SO....what's the latest update of which boats are going...and when?? Tigerfish is doing Alderney....Sat to Mon... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iansimpson63 Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 SO....what's the latest update of which boats are going...and when?? Tigerfish is doing Alderney....Sat to Mon... Kingfisher - Alderney Fri to Mon (answered on behalf of Chris as I just spoke to him) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaicemat Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 As I understand it, Madness, Alfresco and Reel Magic are looking at a later start on Friday, probably around 10'ish, to take advantage of an improving forecast and Kingfisher is also going but I don't have any timings. We are all going to Alderney until Monday. See you there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Fox Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Might I offer some suggestions based on personal experience? While the NE winds are blowing, Bray Harbour will be uncomfortable, unless tucked in tight to the wall, and dinghy access to shore will be tricky. Lifejackets are not overkill in dinghy or harbour launch. Locals there use a length of chain to attach to buoys in these conditions, as rope has a habit of chafing through. Just picking up moorings will be interesting, and getting secure will leave you quite exposed at the sharp end. I'd wear a life jacket and clip on while getting settled. Mike Maverick Martin and Kingfisher 126 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 No sleep for me then Friday Okay sorted take extra sleeping liquid Its ok Dave ive got your back and the Boat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Craig you old devil ! ! ! How ya doin? Have an extra pint or three for me will you? Jim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ark Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Best of luck All you C I boys , catch plenty and stay safe Gutted I'm not going with you all but work does get in the way sometimes Tight lines iansimpson63, Jim and Kingfisher 126 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fisherman1055 Posted May 12, 2016 Report Share Posted May 12, 2016 Have a good weekend guys I will still be in Spain now we have found the sun in Alicante 700km from Barcelona But worth the drive to get away from the rain Travel safely and I look forward to your posts Tony Jim and iansimpson63 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 All good Jim Thanks Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 safe trip guys, same as kev gutted I am not joining you all, hope you all catch plenty of fish, remember dad I like turbot sam Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
niggle Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Have a great trip lads,look forward to the reports Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuie Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Here's hoping that you all have a successful and safe few days - enjoy. Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Good shout to delay the departure until later today / tomorrow - blowing hard this morning. Be advised that local reports suggest a big lack of bait in the channel and over in Alderney so take plenty. Have a good trip! Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 I would pack your winter woollies as well. It is pelting with helstones here at the moment. Have a Good Trip Lads and stay safe Greg Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul J Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 i waved Charlie,Will and Dan off from the work pontoon this morning, took a lot of will power not to stowaway and i swore at them as they waved goodbye Hopefully we'll get a report on the journey over soon PJ Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam F Posted May 13, 2016 Author Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 The boys are reporting that despite the windy morning the crossing was very good. Alfresco opted to fish for rope but struggled. Madness found a few turbos on the banks, but reported mackerel very hard to find, but found some launce. Kingfisher did the wrecks and caught ok. Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bramble banker Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Good spying Adam! Looking forward to your reports on the GB side. I'm stoked hope everyone else is, bags packed and by the door! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 13, 2016 Report Share Posted May 13, 2016 Alfresco opted to fish for rope but struggled. Last time he did that we towed him in to Braye! Stuie, Adam F, Bramble banker and 2 others 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve S Posted May 15, 2016 Report Share Posted May 15, 2016 Having a good time here as we always do on Alderney, 5 club boats here plus True Blue. Crossing was a little bumpy started at 28kts but ended up around 21 as the sea built up around mid channel, blowing a 4 to 5 from behind our port quarter with a fair old east to west swell. In the late afternoon went flat calm. Plenty of launce on the banks but makerel few and far between. Flatty fishing has been rather slow so far to be honest, we had 5 turbos none big, 1 brill of around 5-6lb and a spider crab, retained. Other boats: some did better and some worse so far. Leicester Fisheagle, Jim, niggle and 1 other 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gas Posted May 18, 2016 Report Share Posted May 18, 2016 Just like to thank Dave for a great trip it was good to be back. The banter in the pubs was Sooooooooo good. Only three Turbos keepers 6 in total One Cod Twenty + good Pollock A 1lb 4oz Mackerel looked like a 3lb fish Jackie eat that monday for supper. Good size Tub. Only low point baitfish hard to find. Any one need crew call me got the bug back 07833051599 (Martin) Kingfisher 126, Maverick Martin and niggle 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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