The VDE Baggers kicked off their winter league on the Newry Canal last weekend in weather more suited to windsurfing… The fierce winds made presentation quite difficult for the anglers, but at least the rain held off for them, although the canal had risen around 2ft due to rain over the previous week.
That rise in water, coupled with the difficulty handling rods n’ rigs in the stiff breeze, meant that catches were somewhat below what they hoped for. But when it’s the first outing of the winter season, it’s as much about getting out there and welcoming a few new members.
James Wellwood was the top rod on the day, as some quality roach helped him to a bag of almost 4kg, while Paul Hutchman came in second on 3.43kg, with regular contender Aaron Nabc Hutchman coming third on 2.68kg.
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