Tom Lynch and Co. headed out on a cold January day in search of specimen spurdog—and they weren’t disappointed. Despite freezing conditions and a late start, spirits were high as we ran straight to the deep channel. With big baits dropped into a ripping tide, holding bottom was a challenge, though the tide was steadily easing.
It didn’t take long for the first spurdog to come aboard: an 85cm fish for Bert McGregor, soon followed by several 1m-class fish, keeping the measuring mat busy. An hour in, Cairan O’Toole took a powerful bite and produced a superb specimen spurdog measuring 114cm.
More metre-plus fish followed before Bert struck again—another cracking 114cm fish on the mat.
Overall, a great day on the water and a welcome break from the relentless winds. Fingers crossed for a few more fishable days over the next couple of months. Plenty of charter dates still available, with January already seeing seats filled.
Go Fishing…
Castle Maiden
Manannan Mac Lir
