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North Devon Smoothound Bonanza

North Devon Smoothound Bonanza

Mid October and a fairly big tide, weather half decent (for the UK !)… it had to be a kayak fishing trip to North Devon. I wanted to put the new Conoflex Jedi Kayak QT fishing rod to the test and see what it could really handle. A few triggerfish would be just the...
12 hours, 10+ miles, 70 degrees, and a happy Dizzy…

12 hours, 10+ miles, 70 degrees, and a happy Dizzy…

It was difficult to believe that it was the beginning of October when I arrived at Portland Harbour one early morning. The sun was already up and I was starting to sweat in my drysuit. As I was unloading the kayak, several local kayak and spear fishermen were leaving...
Kayak fishing fish of a lifetime – 10 lb Bass

Kayak fishing fish of a lifetime – 10 lb Bass

It was a really bad start to the weekend… Connor’s 6 year old guinea pig, Reggie had to be put down, my cousin’e father-in-law passed away, and a good friend had just been diagnosed with a serious illness (Hope all goes well James, if you are reading this). So,...
Llangorse Lake Disability kayak fishing fun day

Llangorse Lake Disability kayak fishing fun day

The mountains of the Brecons in Wales, form a suitably stunning backdrop for this annual event, where disabled people can enjoy a day afloat; sailing or kayaking. The kayaking event was organised by Martin Hurst, and he was supported by a great bunch of lads and...
Flyaking for Trout at Wimbleball lake

Flyaking for Trout at Wimbleball lake

‘Flyaking’ is the name given by fishing anoraks, to the pursuit of fly fishing from a kayak. It is great fun… you are very close to the water and to the fish – and the stealth of the kayak allows you to get very close indeed to the fish. Well that’s the theory anyhow....