Gary Robinson was back in his kayak off the coast of Kerry at the weekend. He only had a small window of opportunity on Sunday but with thoughts of 8lb bass whirling around his head he was going to make the most of it. Despite the bright start of the day it was bitterly cold on the water but the pollack were hitting the lures with such gusto he was soon warmer – if only in spirit.
In the end that was good as it got for him. apart from the thrill and then bitter disappointment of fighting a much better fish that required the drg to be tightened right down. Despite this precaution the big mystery managed to drag the leader over the rocks and after a few minutes the pair parted company…
Kayak angling in Ireland
Gary discovered the thrill, freedom and pure joy of kayak fishing almost by accident. After purchasing kayaks with the intention of paddling trips with his long-suffering partner, he started to assess the suitability of such a craft as a fishing platform. Some internet searches showed him that he was not alone in his thoughts. America and Australia already had blossoming populations of kayak anglers. Needing no more encouragement, he set about rigging his first sit on top kayak and transforming it into a fishing platform to gain access to some of the more inaccessible waters. .
Find out more about Gary and his adventures at www.kayakfishermanireland.com
