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Fishing in British Columbia => General Discussion => Topic started by: bederko on January 31, 2009, 06:58:20 PM
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People have been asking what the definition of a Beako is lately. After talking with Chris over breakfast this morning I figured it would be easiest to post a couple photos of a Beako so here you go, enjoy. ;D
(http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt159/bederko/fishing/IMG_2390.jpg)
(http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt159/bederko/fishing/IMG_2392.jpg)
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You used the wrong link. :P You should be using the "img code" not "html code", just stick to steelheading from now on. Show off. ;D
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(http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt159/bederko/fishing/IMG_2392.jpg)
(http://i607.photobucket.com/albums/tt159/bederko/fishing/IMG_2390.jpg)
Geez, one little screwup and I get nailed by the moderator, take a pill... ;D ;D
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I found where you were fishing today.
(http://i144.photobucket.com/albums/r163/jetboatjimmy/IMGP0307.jpg)
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Jim,
I'm not sure who wrote that in the sand but I was there today, saw you and a friend working the spey rods. 8)
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were you with the old guy? cammo touque?
btw- I did not write that in the sand, just thought it was funny.
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were you with the old guy? cammo touque?
btw- I did not write that in the sand, just thought it was funny.
Yes he is an OLD beako begone, he always has been one. ;D ;D
The inscription in the sand was there yesterday.
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I wasn't with an "old" guy on the river but I did have breakfast at the cafe with 2 of them... ;D ;D ;D
I wear a black toque that says "Beako"
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lol
you're hilarious!! ;D
George, the kids and I were just talking about that black toque of yours just recently.....I think we were looking at river clean up pictures and one of our kids was wondering about it. thought it was pretty cool. :D
next time you get your picture taken with a fish outside, phone first, and then we'll stand on our deck and wave, maybe you'll be able to see all us beaks in the background. :P
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I wasn't with an "old" guy on the river but I did have breakfast at the cafe with 2 of them... ;D ;D ;D
I wear a black toque that says "Beako"
Was one of them wearing a Make Belief baseball cap ? ;D ;D
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FA,
Yes, I believe he was. Kept mumbling unintelligibly about pawning off used up players on Vancouver. ;D
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Here are a couple pics of TRUE beeks...
and last but not least...
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Well...since I am one of the "beeks" in your photo lineup could you enlighten me as to what the term means? I haven't seen the definition spelled out in this thread yet and being a relative newbie I am not familiar with the all the lingo.
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Questionable photos removed. Last warning.
Fishseeker, don't worry about trollers on the forum.
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Questionable photos removed. Last warning.
Fishseeker, don't worry about trollers on the forum.
Thanks Rodney I appreciate that because I was about to take the guy to task over that remark. I have heard the term "beek" used and I am still not sure what it means but I do know it is not generally used as a complement.
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Thanks Rodney I appreciate that because I was about to take the guy to task over that remark. I have heard the term "beek" used and I am still not sure what it means but I do know it is not generally used as a complement.
Among the small circle of friends, we use the term to humour each other when we do something silly. Generally it is simply a local slang for individuals who are unaware of what they are doing. Why some experienced anglers can't remain humble and instead choose to use it as an insult on those who are trying to learn is baffling. Immaturity perhaps, even at an older age. We've all been there, teachers should remember that they were also once students.
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Thanks for the info Rodney. Fortunately I don't take all of this too seriously. I get out there to have fun and really don't care what some ***** think regardless of experience level.
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Theres nothing wrong with being a beako, im quite proud of being one actually!
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My name is jim and I'm a beek too.
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The term Beek at one time used to mean an experienced rod. Today however Beek is used to describe the weekend warrior type that shows up to the river in his gumbies and spinning rod + tackle box in hand... To me a beek is the type of guy who races to every spot on the river that he has heard a fish has been taken and proceeds to grow roots... Also, ever seen a guy pick up his pace and book it to the spot you were walking to? Thats a BEEK!
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Theres nothing wrong with being a beako, im quite proud of being one actually!
Me too as are most anglers. ;D I feel in sportsfishing we are all on a learning curve as there is so many different types of fishing one can attempt to learn. I know if I was out trying to cast a spey rod I would be disaster to say the least.
The main thing is to be out there and enjoy ourselves while on a river, at a lake or fishing the ocean, no matter what your skill level is. Sometimes we tend to take things way to serious in our fishing circles. Most of our lives are stressful enough without making it more so while discussing fishing topics be it on a web site or elsewhere.
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Rodney describes it well above and that why he is the moderator and FWR is the top fishing web site in the North West for fishing information, tail tales, video's and much more. Sometimes we forget how lucky we are to have this forum as well as our moderators. Maybe we all need to work harder to make it better as we all should be part of a fishing family here on FWR. I know at times I have failed to live up to that statement. I am getting off topic here, I guess I am indeed a beako. ;D ;D
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It's a term that I (and friends who fish use) to point out a person, and upon seeing that individual expect a laugh or chuckle. Funny how people get worked up over a pic that THEY THEMSELVES posted then later forget about until it is brought back to light. Also funny how two of the "questionable photos" I took had to be removed.
hmmm...why would you suppose I forgot about that photo - did I say that I had forgotten it?
That old boot was my proud catch of the year and I will also proudly state that I am a "beek" now that I have a better understanding what the term means :) With luck I will have plenty more big bad old colored chums to display on this site and I can be nominated the beek of the year ;D (I think there should be a competition)
As for the guy who shows up in his gumbies and races around from spot to spot. Thats me too - got to start somewhere. [Though I do know it is not good form to race someone else to a spot and I do know a bit about etiquette].
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If it's ankle deep and you show up fishing with gum-boots on ,IT DOSEN'T MAKE YOU A BEEK. >:(
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There is no specific definition of the term "beak". It's a generic derogatory term used by some fishermen who likes to deride other fishermen who do not conform to their own values or beliefs. Here are some examples:
- people wearing yellow raingear
- using spinning reels and carrying tackle boxes
- drift or bottom bouncing
- people fishing on the Fraser for sockeyes
- keeping dark fish
- snagging fish
- using braid lines
- dragging fish up the beach
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I can guarantee that Jordsy is definitely a beako, an honorary pink BEAKO with a nice jacket... ;)
Everyone starts out as a Beak, the person who isn't quite sure what to use, doesn't know the water they're fishing, doesn't know the etiquette (if there is such a thing anymore), and may not even know what kind of fish they're after. Some people never progress, they become the Ultra Beak. This is the person who will do whatever it takes to catch fish, barge in on others, snag, and generally be unpleasant to be around. The key is to learn, grow and move into the realm of Beako. This becomes a term of endearment, a badge that one can be proud to wear. ;D
Beakobegone
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- using spinning reels and carrying tackle boxes
whats wrong with using a tackle box or spinning reels?
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For info: the beek is normally slang for a magistrate in the UK and sometimes used for policeman.
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- using spinning reels and carrying tackle boxes
whats wrong with using a tackle box or spinning reels?
Absolutely nothing in my opinion but there are certain anglers out there that consider them to be beginners and therefore beeks.
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There is no specific definition of the term "beak". It's a generic derogatory term used by some fishermen who likes to deride other fishermen who do not conform to their own values or beliefs. Here are some examples:
- people wearing yellow raingear
- using spinning reels and carrying tackle boxes
- drift or bottom bouncing
- people fishing on the Fraser for sockeyes
- keeping dark fish
- snagging fish
- using braid lines
- dragging fish up the beach
- people that take a bucket with them fishing.
I have seen it a couple times and never really understood why.
Be careful now, I took a bucket along coho fishing a couple of times the past season to sit on, no not what you are thinking. ;D ;D I used it to sit on when tying up and taking a rest at the run we were fishing. Wait until you become an old timer and you will understand. :-\ ;D
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You got it chris the word is "BEAK" here's another example fishin lower end last week me and bud hit some movin fish the next thing i know were surrounded by guys these beaks have breathables and centerpins hummmmm?
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There is no specific definition of the term "beak". It's a generic derogatory term used by some fishermen who likes to deride other fishermen who do not conform to their own values or beliefs. Here are some examples:
- people wearing yellow raingear
Hey, I resemble that comment! ;D I wear yellow rain gear, and was told that I was "sexy" by some hot beeks.
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I'd take a "hot beak" with me fishing anyday. :)
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The term I grew up hearing long before "beek" was coined was passed on to me as a young 'un from my dad and all his cronies back in the late fifties when I was barely 5 years old. Their name for a screwup or newbie was "scissorbill"...I believe it originated in Britain. Many a gilly over there called their poor fishing clients scissorbills.
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There is no specific definition of the term "beak". It's a generic derogatory term used by some fishermen who likes to deride other fishermen who do not conform to their own values or beliefs. Here are some examples:
- people wearing yellow raingear
- using spinning reels and carrying tackle boxes
- drift or bottom bouncing
- people fishing on the Fraser for sockeyes
- keeping dark fish
- snagging fish
- using braid lines
- dragging fish up the beach
- people that take a bucket with them fishing.
I have seen it a couple times and never really understood why.
Be careful now, I took a bucket along coho fishing a couple of times the past season to sit on, no not what you are thinking. ;D ;D I used it to sit on when tying up and taking a rest at the run we were fishing. Wait until you become an old timer and you will understand. :-\ ;D
I also bring a small bucket that hooks on to the outside of my backpack if I know I will be going to one spot and fishing boraxed roe hard from shore I will bring it along to easily wash my hands in right after I bait up rather than going to the water and possibly spooking fish and putting them off with my scent. Other times I just bring a cloth but the bucket is nice to have.
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The term I grew up hearing long before "beek" was coined was passed on to me as a young 'un from my dad and all his cronies back in the late fifties when I was barely 5 years old. Their name for a screwup or newbie was "scissorbill"...I believe it originated in Britain. Many a gilly over there called their poor fishing clients scissorbills.
A good late friend of mine's name was Bill and we in good humour called him Scissor Bill. He was from England too and he called himself that too.