Dorset Spearing 2009

[podge]

Looks like the weather might be clearing a bit this weekend (though don't quote me on that!)

At long last!
UUUMMM flatfish and squid, roll on the weekend.

 

[Almostafish]

The squid dont like dirty water and move away deeper when its like tea! But... As its so dark and as the water contains so much crap as soon as the viz is about 4-5m again it will be a turkey shoot if your in the right place with your own portable sun..

Squid curry!!!

 

[robdigital]

i would love to hear the weymouth area is a go for visibility because its a 2 hour drive for me and im itching to get in the water!!!!!

 

[spearheads]

Thanks Jonny,

Yeah I will be doing some pool work as I do enjoy swimming anyway.

I know its off subject but - Does or has anyone used an expand a lung to train with?

If so what are your opinions of using them as a training aid?

Cheers

Ryan

Those expand a lung things are about as usefull as breathing through a drinking straw. It creates a resistance as you breath in and out. Just another gadget trying to make training seem easy and do it as you watch tv. Go for a run a bit cardio training does wonders for bottom times. Or bit of apnea walking ( on grass lol ).

Saying that i know a very successful spearo who uses one and says its brilliant. I have seem them on ebay for bout £20.

 

[rascolor]

Finally there is a chance to get wet and i mean not standing outside in rain like last few weeks.
Im hoping to visit dorset this weekend possible friday after dark,if anybody have any info on viz i will appreciated.

Thanks and hopefully see you this weekend

 

[Tunny]

Those expand a lung things are about as usefull as breathing through a drinking straw. It creates a resistance as you breath in and out. Just another gadget trying to make training seem easy and do it as you watch tv. Go for a run a bit cardio training does wonders for bottom times. Or bit of apnea walking ( on grass lol ).

Saying that i know a very successful spearo who uses one and says its brilliant. I have seem them on ebay for bout £20.

Hi Matt,

Thanks for your advice, I've just looked into the Apnea walking, seems like it could be quite dangerous! But definitely the cheaper option.

Conditions are looking favorable for a Saturday dive but the tide range is no good for the spots I know - anyone any hints on where might be worth a look for an early pm dive?

Cheers

Ryan

 

[Gaz D]

Those expand a lung things are about as usefull as breathing through a drinking straw. It creates a resistance as you breath in and out. Just another gadget trying to make training seem easy and do it as you watch tv. .

Damn!

That's how I've been doing my training to date: breathing through a straw whilst watching telly.

Guess I'll have to change that now

 

[azapa]

Damn!

That's how I've been doing my training to date: breathing through a straw whilst watching telly.

Guess I'll have to change that now

in short those expand a lung things are crap. don't bother! Save the cash and put it towards a proper freediving course. That is money well spent and will improve your spearing 50% (or your money back ..

 

[Almostafish]

Just don't do Apnea training while driving eh.. Hope the Blue Alfa man is listening

 

[Gaz D]

Weather is definately looking more favourable for the weekend and following week - but will the viz clear?

Looking on the angling forums, they are still taking bass from the Dorset coast!

 

[Tunny]

in short those expand a lung things are crap. don't bother! Save the cash and put it towards a proper freediving course. That is money well spent and will improve your spearing 50% (or your money back ..

Thanks Azapa and everyone for your advice - I am looking at doing a freediving course next year along with my Dad.

Depends on the pricing....

Hmmm (Bryn!?)

Cheers

Ryan

 

[spearheads]

Those courses look very pricy i did look into doing one a while back, but once you add up the course price , travel fuel, accomdation food etc it is alot!, id rarther spend that money on some gear or a nice sunny diving holiday than a cold lake!

And i dont need a certificate to say i can dive 20 meters and hold my breath for x. I can see that its a good way to learn safety and how to do things correctly if you are new to the sport.

just my opinion , which im sure has anoyed someone.

 

[scottwilson]

Those courses look very pricy i did look into doing one last year but once you add up the course price , travel fuel, accomdation food etc it is alot!, id rarther spend that money on some gear or a nice sunny diving holiday than a cold lake!

Could always go for a cold wet holiday in Norway 20 -30lb Cod Everywhere roflrofl

 

[spearheads]

I been thinking into that scott, But norway = expensive

 

[scottwilson]

You not wrong. My mate went fishing there in April and it cost £750 pp for a week and they were roughing it

 

[foxfish]

just my opinion , which im sure has anoyed someone.

roflrofl I am sure you will be right!

 

[DafyddRees]

You not wrong. My mate went fishing there in April and it cost £750 pp for a week and they were roughing it

A few of the welsh boys were looking at doing it this Spring or Autumn but there are no passenger ferries anymore sadly. The prices were just extortionate aswell for us to take our kayaks etc with all the fuel that would be needed. If only they allowed you to barter your fish for petrol rather than boat fuel over there!

Offtopic: My RA line release is feeling abit stiff as it gets stuck inside the handle. Would appling abit of WD40 do the trick? Is anyone in contact with Colin Chester from ESS regularly?

Cheers

 

[speardaver]

Spearheads,
Matt,
You should be careful that you don't end up getting a reputation as a right old scrooge, every post that i read from you lately is moaning that things are too expensive!
Get your wallet out, give it a dust off and enjoy yourself!
Dave.:t

 

[podge]

Just don't do Apnea training while driving eh.. Hope the Blue Alfa man is listening

I can do between 2 roundabouts on the Weymouth bypass now, took a bit of practice mind.roflroflrofl
Only kidding folks, always stop the car before you start your breath hold!:naughty:naughty:naughty

 

[spearheads]

Spearheads,
Matt,
You should be careful that you don't end up getting a reputation as a right old scrooge, every post that i read from you lately is moaning that things are too expensive!
Get your wallet out, give it a dust off and enjoy yourself!
Dave.:t

Hard to do that when you are a poor student. living off rice these days lol.
I dont buy new gear till its completly dead, my suit is 90 percent glue now im just to tight lol.