Lisdoonvarna Fanore Sea Angling Club held a bass competition recently on the stunning Fanore beach in north Clare. Facing the Aran Islands and with a backdrop of the Burren hills, this is one of the most beautiful beaches on the west coast – in our opinion! Known for it’s good waves for surfing, it also produces good flatfish and bass fishing when conditions are right.
There were some nice flatfish – flounder and turbot – caught by most anglers on the day.
It was Colin Harty who landed the best bass on the day, and what a fish it was! A beautiful and very well-fed fish of 70cm, and we’re sure it put up a good fight! The fish weighed 8.8lbs and was safely released after the photo below.
Colin took the top prize on the day, with club secretary James Linnane in second, and Jarek Ferenc third.
First juvenile angler was Ruben Fennessey, in second was Riann McDermott and Cathal O’Leary was third. Well done to all!
Go Fishing
Lisdoonvarna Fanore SAC is an active sea angling based in north Clare. They hold regular competitions and outings throughout the year, with the highlight being the International Week around the August bank holiday weekend. New members are always welcome. Check them out here to get in touch.
