Alderney 2018

[Maverick Martin]

A. Try and stay with the crew you're going with if no spaces available ask if other crews accommodation have a space

 

B. 12-20lb class rods covers most everything.  Maybe a few frozen mackerel and sandeels to get started on the banks but generally never needed as you will hopefully catch some en- route.  Running ledger is the rig of choice for the banks with 5/0 - 6/0 hooks on 25lb trace line.  Normal wreck gear including jellies/shads in various colours and weights/sizes.

 

C.  Keep well away from Charlie as he has been known to be a bad influence   + he is probably the most experienced skipper going so you will learn loads

 

D. Cherry poping is very expensive so take plenty of beer tokens 

[Tarlach.]

A. Try and stay with the crew you're going with if no spaces available ask if other crews accommodation have a space
 
B. 12-20lb class rods covers most everything.  Maybe a few frozen mackerel and sandeels to get started on the banks but generally never needed as you will hopefully catch some en- route.  Running ledger is the rig of choice for the banks with 5/0 - 6/0 hooks on 25lb trace line.  Normal wreck gear including jellies/shads in various colours and weights/sizes.
 
C.  Keep well away from Charlie as he has been known to be a bad influence   + he is probably the most experienced skipper going so you will learn loads
 
D. Cherry poping is very expensive so take plenty of beer tokens 

Cheers Martin. I’ve never been wreck fishing so can people recommend shads and jellies etc?


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[Oli]

Some big (12inch+) wrecking booms like these https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-5-HEAVY-DUTY-WRECKING-Anti-Tangle-Clear-extra-strong-booms-13-long-45-bend/282880204157?hash=item41dcf95d7d:g:kZMAAOSwicpaebPA

 

and some 6inch sidewinders will do you. If you get a pack of the “Cod Squad” and the “Bass Pack” they’re assorted so you’ll get 6 colours to play with

 

https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sidewinder-Sandeel-Lures-Sandeels-Bass-Lures-Cod-Fishing-Lures-6-or-4/221849631045?hash=item33a744b945:m:m6fHjXO1uIW74-RJ0ChJQQA

 

As Martin said - you couldn’t be going with a better skipper. 

 

Edit to add - could be worth taking a heavier rod too, 20/30lb for the Tope fishing off speedy rock out there (plus of course if Charlie gets his “conger fever” on the way home)

[Tarlach.]

Some big (12inch+) wrecking booms like these https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-5-HEAVY-DUTY-WRECKING-Anti-Tangle-Clear-extra-strong-booms-13-long-45-bend/282880204157?hash=item41dcf95d7d:g:kZMAAOSwicpaebPA
 
and some 6inch sidewinders will do you. If you get a pack of the “Cod Squad” and the “Bass Pack” they’re assorted so you’ll get 6 colours to play with
 
https://m.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sidewinder-Sandeel-Lures-Sandeels-Bass-Lures-Cod-Fishing-Lures-6-or-4/221849631045?hash=item33a744b945:m:m6fHjXO1uIW74-RJ0ChJQQA
 
As Martin said - you couldn’t be going with a better skipper. 
 
Edit to add - could be worth taking a heavier rod too, 20/30lb for the Tope fishing off speedy rock out there (plus of course if Charlie gets his “conger fever” on the way home)

Thanks Oli , very useful info indeed. I shall get on eBay and buy buy buy !!
Now, accommodation . Please who is joining Charlie and where are you staying? Or, Charlie, can you let me know where you guys are all laying your heads ? Many thanks all.


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[Sam]

Neil

Dad normally stays on the boat or has done everytime I have gone with him.

Heavier rod advice is good as us Chapman's love speedy rock and conger fishing.

Give dad a call im pretty sure he enjoys the planning of a trip nearly as much as going and will talk you through any advice you need.

Sam

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[Tarlach.]

Neil

Dad normally stays on the boat or has done everytime I have gone with him.

Heavier rod advice is good as us Chapman's love speedy rock and conger fishing.

Give dad a call im pretty sure he enjoys the planning of a trip nearly as much as going and will talk you through any advice you need.

Sam

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Thanks Sam, I will PM him and get his number!


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[plaicemat]

Do people have any idea what dates they are going? Useful for arranging accommodation.

[Tarlach.]

Can any of the other guys going please let me know what b+b they are using? Charlie is staying on the boat ! Thanks


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[great white]

Hoping to go 5th to 8th May

 

dependant on weather and crew availability on those dates.

 

Thanks for the kind comments about the skipper guys, starting to look forward to it already.

[Maverick Martin]

1 hour ago, Tarlach. said:

Can any of the other guys going please let me know what b+b they are using? Charlie is staying on the boat ! Thanks

 

Chris (Kingfisher) has arranged ours, he may have info on where we are staying

[Maverick Martin]

28 minutes ago, great white said:

Hoping to go 5th to 8th May

 

dependant on weather and crew availability on those dates.

 

Thanks for the kind comments about the skipper guys, starting to look forward to it already.

 

Dave Evans, Chris and us are going the same time

[plaicemat]

I am holding accommodation but we are going 10th to 13th. Can Joint Venture confirm their dates please?

[Maverick Martin]

Guys I have updated the attendee list with dates they are going.  If you can update your proposed dated it will keep everyone in the loop

 

1. Tigerfish - Steve + Terry + Graham - (planning on Thurs 10^th May to Sun 13^th May. Depending on weather could shorten to a 3 days if needed or bring forward a little)

2. Reel Magic - Dave + Craig + Paul  5th - 8th May

3. Joint Venture - Adam + Ian + Alun + Rob (i have taken the liberty to add the usual A-Team)

4. Madness - Martin - Dean - Tony 5th - 8th May
5. Sweet Chariot - Oli + Nick + - 5th - 8th May

6. Kingfisher - Chris + Mal  (looking at 5th - 8th May due to commitments) 

7. Alfresco - Charlie. I will check if the boys want to come if not will be looking for crew.

                  looks like most of the usual boats are keen to go again. 5th - 8th May

[Tarlach.]

I am holding accommodation but we are going 10th to 13th. Can Joint Venture confirm their dates please?

Where are you booked into ? It may be available for the 5th-8th for me to book! Unless of course you plan to change your dates ?


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[Kingfisher 126]

I have booked our rooms at  Adventures Rest Inn.

Never stayed there before but they had rooms and got 30% off with an early bird deal.

They also give a full refund of deposit if cancelled 72hrs beforehand where as we've lost deposits at others.

 

Reviews seemed ok and on the harbour side of the town so about as close as possible for number of rooms. Food served and so they say beer too!! 🍻🍻👌👌

 

stay@adventurersrest.co.uk     Email address I've used for booking.

 

http://adventurers-rest-inn.business.site/

[Oli]

Most places on the island are quite understanding about postponing and cancellations which happens more often than not but check with wherever you book that they are too. I’ll be staying on board but have stayed in the Simerock before (probably would look to stay somewhere else if I stayed in the island again). 

 

Aiming for same dates as Charlie. Crew are living it up in the Braye Beach hotel

[Rob]

I am holding accommodation but we are going 10th to 13th. Can Joint Venture confirm their dates please?

Same as tiger fish I believe Terry.

R

[Kingfisher 126]

Guys I have updated the attendee list with dates they are going.  If you can update your proposed dated it will keep everyone in the loop

 

1. Tigerfish - Steve + Terry + Graham - (planning on Thurs 10th May to Sun 13th May. Depending on weather could shorten to a 3 days if needed or bring forward a little)

2. Reel Magic - Dave + Craig + Paul  5th - 8th May

3. Joint Venture - Adam + Ian + Alun + Rob Thurs 10th May to Sun 13th May

4. Madness - Martin - Dean - Tony 5th May - 8th 5th - 8th May
5. Sweet Chariot - Oli + Nick + - 5th - 8th May

6. Kingfisher - Chris + Mal + Jerry - 5th - 8th May

7. Alfresco - Charlie. I will check if the boys want to come if not will be looking for crew,  looks like most of the usual boats are keen to go again. 5th - 8th May

 

Weather Gods need to be contacted, and sacrifices agreed!!  

[plaicemat]

On 3/13/2018 at 8:11 PM, Rob said:

 

Same as tiger fish I believe Terry.

R

 

Who wants accommodation?

[Rob]

4 beds please!

Are you booking for both the dates Steve has suggested?

Thanks,

R

[plaicemat]

No, I personally don't think it is fair to expect someone to put aside two lots of four days, especially a friend. I've never failed to get accommodation before and hope that continues.

[Rob]

No, I personally don't think it is fair to expect someone to put aside two lots of four days, especially a friend. I've never failed to get accommodation before and hope that continues.

Agreed, not sure how it works over there, being the island of qwerk and all that. Thanks Terry.

[Tarlach.]

Accommodation at the adventurers rest now reserved. Thanks for all the tips and info !
Neil


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[Kingfisher 126]

Stating to get the feeling they may need an extra barrel of beer in while we are there!! 🍻🍻

[plaicemat]

You must remember that as far as alcohol is concerned, your all amateurs compared to the residents of Alderney. The old description of the island is 600 alcoholics clinging to a rock. They have plenty in reserve.