The organisers of the Pike Master Ireland fishing competition would like to remind anglers that there are only days left to enter this year’s event.
The rules of this unique event mean that anglers can fish on any waters on the island of Ireland once they download the scoring app and adhere to the competition rules.
A breakdown of how the event is run is given below by the organising team – if you are interested in taking part, please contact them @ email to [email protected] or WhatsApp 0877926935. Entry fee is €70 per boat.
Requirements are:
- anglers have to fish from a boat as a team
- must have a smartphone android or IOS
- must download an app (free on Play store [android] or app store [iPhone])
- anglers must decide where they fish on the day and inform the organisers before the competition day.
- at least one hard plastic measuring board NO roll up measuring mats.
- anglers must have knowledge of the rules for safe boating in Ireland.
A WhatsApp group will be available to all registered anglers where all details explained.
Prizes include:
- €1300 First place
- €950 Second place
- €650 Third place
- €150 Longest Pike
Prize breakdown based on 50 BOATS / 100 ANGLERS and guaranteed by Baracuda Fishing Tackle Shop.
Also some Salmo lures sponsored by Ewan Reed area manager for Fox and Salmo in Ireland and Northern Ireland
Prize giving location will be agreed with all official winners. We can only accept pictures taken with the app! A selfie picture a few minutes before the competition with GPS location ON will be the first picture on the app with 0cm (we will ask that on WhatsApp group in the competition morning when you need to upload the selfie)
When your team catch a fish:
- First picture has to be done with the fish in landing net with the lure clearly visible (on the app).
- Second picture on the hard plastic measuring board where we need to see total length of the Pike, nose of the fish has to touch 0 mark on the measuring board. (On the app)
- A card with team number has to be put somewhere that will be visible for any scoring fish. Team number will be provided before competition.
- Short video 2-3 seconds with release (on the app calling the length of the Pike. Example “Pike 98cm going back“.
For 2023 we will use an application for getting the picture’s in real time. The app can be downloaded from app store or play store, it works on android or iPhone. Very easy to use once you downloaded!
The app requires
- access to camera ON
- access to photo gallery (will save your pictures on the phone)
- mobile data ON
- GPS location On(no one can see the map except the developer)
Please send your details at [email protected]
Pike only, minimum 60cm length. Anglers catch as many as they can but 5 biggest fish of the day will show the Winners
Rules for this competition:
- Anglers fish in pairs on a boat max 2 anglers.
- Boats must be in suitable condition and checked for any pollution discharge.
- All fish are measured, recorded and returned to the water immediately.
- Hooks on lures must not be baited in any way.
- Only artificial lures!
- No DeadBait
- Ground baiting is prohibited.
- Fish finders may be used.
- Foul hooked fish may not be measured.
- Boats shall remain a minimum distance of 50 metres apart From another competitor boat and 100 m distance from other boats (local boats)
- Only pike minimum 60cm
- Measurement will be in cm.
- Trolling is permitted.
- Each competitor must have a landing net and unhooking pliers/ forceps.
- Competitors may carry and assemble as many rods as they wish, but they are allowed to use only one rod at the time.
- All fishing starting/finishing times must be strictly followed.
- Anglers are not allowed to enter the water.
- Fish played after the ending signal sounds don’t count even if it’s hooked before signal.
- In the event of adverse weather conditions the competition must be cancelled or moved to a safer location. If deemed suitable then the anglers are responsible for their own personal safety.
- Lifejackets must be worn by all onboard at all times
- Only hard plastic measuring board allowed in this competition, No roll up measuring mat. If a team has no measuring board we can provide one.
- All vessels should include a minimum of one experienced boatman.
- All competitors must be made aware of the ‘14 steps to safe boating’ www.iws.ie
- To protect our waterways and ensure the prevention of the spread of invasive species boats, trailers and equipment should be inspected and cleaned.
- https://www.leavenotraceireland.org/…
- At least one anger in the boat has to be over 18.
- If any of the teams don’t respect the rules above their results will not be approve.
- All complaints have to be risen to the organiser before the event is finished and backed up with evidence!
- No refund after Friday 1st of October!
If you have any questions don’t hesitate to contact the organisers – WhatsApp 0877926935
