Posted by Eddie Edwards
Posted on 31st October 2009
River Colne Rickmansworth
Low water levels have made the fishing harder over the last few months, however, catches of carp, chub and barbel taken on the same short day sessions have happened. Recently a club match produced a double figure barbel in bright shallow conditions. Pole anglers have been punished for visiting the barbel’s den, with one local tackle shop worker being smashed up no less than 7 times.. They talk about Teme Tigers….well, never underestimate the power of a Colne Barbel, they are not for the faint hearted or the “undergunned” Chub are growing well, and I have witnessed six pounders from all sections at Ricky, and I have a report of a seven plus which was not weighed , however the report was from a creditable source.
Good bags of smaller fish have been caught trotting maggots and casters, this is great news considering the Cormorant attacks on the river last winter. The other type of attack has been from our Eastern European guests, I am happy to report an enhanced relationship between URACS and the local regular and community police. We have made contact with several individuals ( and groups ) and sent them packing. Rickmansworth Community Police are always keen to provide back up, 0845 33 00 222 is the number to call if you want a local fast action response.
This year saw the informal formation of the “River Rovers”, we have had some great social evenings, meeting at the ski hut and fishing a variety of methods for a few hours, this has led to some good friendships and the quaffing of some post angling beverages from the local ale house. We have also started an informal “Predator Group” which has started slowly but with much interest being shown. Keep your eyes on the website forum for details. Do not overlook the section of river upstream of the upper weir, this little stretch is providing great sport trotting a stick, and all species are being caught to few regulars.
Posted by Eddie Edwards
Posted on 20th May 2009
River Colne
As per the lake, we are now forging ahead with bank repair, the object is to attempt to strike a balance at each swim making them acceptable to pleasure, specimen and match anglers. ( it’s amazing how different each opinion is on how to “manicure” a fishing station ) There are a couple of trees on the lower stretch which need removal, sadly neither the EA or the council responded positively to my requests, so I guess we will have to address these ourselves. Fortunately we now have a keen as mustard river team, and as soon as the spawning period is over, we shall wade in and remove the offending woodwork. Many thanks to Dave, Nick, Terry, Neil, Ross, Steve and Alan, not forgetting materials donated to the Rovers by Craig.
Poaching continues during the close season, several reported incidents have happened, I have had the police and the EA in attendance, but my advice is that if you see someone fishing the river, phone the EA hotline 0800 807060, or me 07806 701231 ( sometimes a call to the EA can be long ) It is important that the EA catch them in the act to ensure a prosecution.
Posted by Eddie Edwards
Posted on 20th March 2009
River Colne
Throughout the recent cold spell, quality fish have been landed, mainly good sized specimen chub and bream. Thankfully temperatures rose and barbel were caught in quantity and quality, two weeks before the season ended, a magnificent 15lb plus came to the net of a very happy angler.
The roach shoals continue to be elusive, but despite the attentions of the cormorants, they still show up, both upstream and downstream of the lower weir.
On occasion, the low gin clear water made for a hard days fishing for some, the advice given in these conditions was to find the deeper sheltered runs such as behind the houses. Regulars on the rivers will notice the change in the gravel beds at the lower weirpool, this was a result of the early torrents which flooded the aquadrome.
It did not seem to bother the fish, as catches were still good .
Roll on the 16th June.
Posted by Eddie Edwards
Posted on 27th November 2008
River Colne
Since the last report several quality barbel and chub have been reported, Again falling to roving tactics, the river carp in particular have been feeding well much to the annoyance of some specialist barbel anglers. For those of you who have not yet experienced the power of a wild river carp, it’s an experience you will not forget.
I am happy to say that some very good roach have been caught, fine tackle, very light but regular feeding has produced the fish. River Pike have been very active and many small fish have been attacked on the way to the net.
The major fishing platform rebuilding will take place during the 2009 close season, but some emergency rebuilding has already started. To register as a volunteer, please call Eddie or Peter or Email at ricky@uracs.co.uk.
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