stetra Posted October 1, 2020 Report Share Posted October 1, 2020 Hi This season I bought my first boat and a thoughtful family member decided to buy me a Lobster Pot for my 50th Birthday earlier this month. I have a few questions if I may; - Should I invest in leaded rope or would you advise I weigh down cheaper nylon rope? - What is the maximum length of rope I am likely to need for the sites you recommend? - Can you recommend any areas that are good for pot placement in and around Branksome, Canford, Studland, Old Harry, Swanage (as far out as Poole Patch)? - After placement how long should I leave the pot before returning? - What risks should I be aware of (as it relates to pots drifting or being lost completely) when it comes to winds and tides? Any tips to minimise the risks? - I understand mackerel is decent bait ? I have also read crushed cockles can work well? any other suggestions? - I will use a single pot and will be a recreational hobbyist - do I need to mark my buoys to identify myself? - What are the risks of theft - rigs and or stock? Thanks in advance... Steve Maverick Martin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerry.shutter Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Hi Steve, This is something I would like to do in the future and have had your thoughts and more. Over the last four months I have tried to buy frozen Mackerel from 2-3 commercial suppliers, they have not had any, most commercials using Gurnard now I believe. I think one of your biggest problems will be not upsetting commercials, I might be totally wrong. I am sure members with much more knowledge will help you. Try looking at Fishlocker on YouTube, he’s done some interesting films. Good luck!! Maverick Martin, Andy135 and stetra 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maverick Martin Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Fish Locker Channel stetra 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plaicemat Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Or our resident potter, Alun. Terry. stetra 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Hello Steve and welcome to the club. Can't help with pot info though. Jim stetra 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Hi Steve If you fancy joining the best boat fishing club around, let me know and I'll send you the info. Brian Treasurer and Membership Secretary brunyard@hotmail.com Jim 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin-58 Posted October 2, 2020 Report Share Posted October 2, 2020 Hi Steve welcome to the club, good luck Colin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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