Fishing with Rod Discussion Forum
Fishing in British Columbia => Fishing Reports => Members' Fishing Reports => Topic started by: Taboo on August 27, 2008, 07:34:31 PM
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Hit the Fraser today with my fishing buddy...yahoo.... ;D
This was actually my the first time out hunting for Big Red's (or any fish for that matter) since my baby boy was born back in April so I had a real sense of anticipation about me. Upon arrival, I saw that the river conditions after the rain of the last few day's left water visibility at maybe 6 inches, however, the river was not overly large or fast by my estimation (again, first time out, so it's not like I had anything to compare it to).
We arrived bright and early and by 6:30 or so and we started chucking the gear into the drink. We were not rewarded for the first few hours, save for 2 brief hook ups (neither of which were mine). Around lunch time, my buddy cleared the lane down the way with a "fish on" call. This time he had one dead to rights and after a spirited fight he beached a 32 pound Spring.
Not long after, it was my turn and I was able to land his twin brother - a dead match 32 pound buck, a beauty of a silver bright specimen.
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201031.jpg)
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201034.jpg)
All and all, a good day considering there were very few other hook up's spotted, but word on the street was that today seemed slower than it has been...
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its essential
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you need atleast 6inches vis to bottom bounce...
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What were the fish biting?beginners luck?
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Those are some beauty fish taboo! Keep up the good work and never mind the hecklers dude!
Hotrod
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Hit the Fraser today with my fishing buddy...yahoo.... ;D
This was actually my the first time out hunting for Big Red's (or any fish for that matter) since my baby boy was born back in April so I had a real sense of anticipation about me. Upon arrival, I saw that the river conditions after the rain of the last few day's left water visibility at maybe 6 inches, however, the river was not overly large or fast by my estimation (again, first time out, so it's not like I had anything to compare it to).
We arrived bright and early and by 6:30 or so and we started chucking the gear into the drink. We were not rewarded for the first few hours, save for 2 brief hook ups (neither of which were mine). Around lunch time, my buddy cleared the lane down the way with a "fish on" call. This time he had one dead to rights and after a spirited fight he beached a 32 pound Spring.
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201024.jpg)
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201026.jpg)
Not long after, it was my turn and I was able to land his twin brother - a dead match 32 pound buck, a beauty of a silver bright specimen.
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201031.jpg)
(http://www.jacobbarrington.com/chad/Riley%201034.jpg)
All and all, a good day considering there were very few other hook up's spotted, but word on the street was that today seemed slower than it has been...
What Taboo, you didn't take the little guy along with you.
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The less vis the better. The lawn chair athletes are jealous. Nice fish!
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Those are some beauty fish taboo! Keep up the good work and never mind the hecklers dude!
Hotrod
I don't mind the heckling...
My comment on the river conditions was more a matter of observation rather than one that had any impact on the fishing itself.
As for beginners luck, that was absolutely it. I had heard using a 6/0 barbed hook and visciously yanking my rod upward would eventually pay off and it did! I think I'll have to try the same technique in the Vedder soon... ::) (That was a joke btw)
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and people actually use a 6/0 barbed hook when bottom bouncing!
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Congrats Taboo for the wonderful catch. You sure had a great day. Fishing is quite good now. Keep it up and don't worry about all the nay sayers. They can enjoy their dozing off or treasure hunting... Take it easy folks. To each its own and enjoy whatever legal methods you choose to enjoy your fishing. ;)
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and people actually use a 6/0 barbed hook when bottom bouncing!
I know!! I made the sarcastic comment because I found a 6/0 barbed hook in a bush behind me. Apparently whoever was operating the rod didn't know how to cast with his leader and snared it up in the bush.
Never ceases to amaze me what people leave behind.... with the stuff I either picked up or cleaned up, I bet I actually came out with probably $15 of usable stuff!!
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Thats what I call a beautiful pair of twins , keep them coming .
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too bad you cant bar fish seabird island anymore, too many bottom bouncers.
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around the corner is the better part anyways. ;)
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Very nice fish taboo!!!
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I sure don't miss all the belly aching and whining about different techniques since I moved to the holy land. People up here all get along, regardless if they are barfishing, throwing metal, flossing with gear or T-14, chucking gobs of roe the size of softballs......no one complains. As long as everyone is having fun and not disturbing the other guy, everyone is happy.....
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where the hell is 'the holy land'!?? ;)
ss abnik
well it ain't israel.
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JG has moved to Smithers, we'll see if it's still the holy land in January! The Fraser is a big river, i went to peg bar earlier this week and the only fish i saw caught were the ones the natives were drift netting for. Nice fish Taboo!So what, some guys BB, big deal it's not illegal is it?
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JG has moved to Smithers, we'll see if it's still the holy land in January! The Fraser is a big river, i went to peg bar earlier this week and the only fish i saw caught were the ones the natives were drift netting for. Nice fish Taboo!So what, some guys BB, big deal it's not illegal is it?
I can deal with 4 months of snow for 8 months of world class fishing at my door......Not a bad trade off if you ask me.
Oh wait......maybe I will miss the Vedder.....the guys that walk in beneath me ......the traffic......commuting hours to work......insane cost of living.....or just the plain old poor quality of life the lower mainland affords those that live there.........HAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! Don't think so......!
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I need a little advice on what to use , what color of wool is best and color of corkie ? Nice fish , keep them coming .
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They seem to really bite on sky green wool. Got lots of roe today!
I can deal with 4 months of snow for 8 months of world class fishing at my door......Not a bad trade off if you ask me.
Hows the Sturgie fishing up in Smithers JG? Oh i forgot your probably busy tuning up the snow blower during Sturgie season HAHAHA!
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Your right this bottom bouncing thing works, good thing its legal. Four slamed my wool today but they were hittin it weird with their backs and tails. OH well meat in the freezer
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O man ;D ::)
Why do people try to make trouble ::)