Match one of the 2024 Edinburgh Winter League was fished on 18th October at the east end of Newhaven Breakwater in an offshore wind and calm sea.
Sponsored by Fishingmegastore and Cox & Rawle this match series promotes the great fishing available close to the city and is an opportunity for anglers of all abilities to fish with experienced anglers in a competitive social setting.
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| Breakwater Views |
Catch Results:
The match was won by junior angler Eryk Janik …. an amazing performance from Eryk, great young man! The older competitors were shown how it’s done and Eryk had a table leading 15 fish with a total of 339pts.
The longest fish of the night was a 26cm Dab caught by Brian Hambling.
29 anglers caught 189 sized fish, easily double that amount of undersized fish landed. While catching so many small fish is undoubtedly disappointing for us match anglers, it is very promising for the overall fish stock in the area.
Banked Species include:
- Whiting
- Dabs
- Codling
- Sea Scorpion
- Flounder
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| Measuring In |
Top Ways:
Scratching the order of the day as anglers fish the rising tide, The number one method at night is definitely Three Hook Flapper Rigs with a Size 6 hook, baited with Mackerel.
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| TronixPro 3 Hook Flapper Rig |
Full Results:
Next Match:
25th October 2024, look out for posters in Edinburgh Angling Center or on Ian’s Facebook for locations and times.
Pre-booked peg only and bookings to be made via Facebook by contacting Ian Campbell. Speak to staff at the Edinburgh Angling Center for more details and tips on sea fishing in the city.
Seven-match 2024 Edinburgh Winter Shore Angling League fishing within Edinburgh City Limits.
1st, 2nd and 3rdstreet Place General Prize £100+£50, £60+£30
and £40+£20 Voucher (sum of top 5 marks)
Weekly Cash Pot Prizes, PENN Sea Sea League Points, All levels welcome
