Fishing could of been better bud,was a poor tide to be honest ,but it’s nice getting out that’s what it all about,thanks for the shout as always it’s fishing dorset live 🤣🤣hopefully it picks up soon again
I’ll get it right one day but the links in the description are correct. 😉 I plan on visiting again sometime soon so if you spot a decent tide/weather combination ping me a message, I’ll bring the kettle.
@@seaangling lol don’t worry everyone says it wrong ,but it’s all good as my channel still comes up,I will do maybe leave it a few weeks possibly till winter hits
Hi mark you ok pal, well done mate. Your new set up looks spot on. Your right about the driving, i find when is freezing and the old heaters kick in on the van, thats when it gets me. I was out yesterday and managed 5 whiting and a dab on the humber. All the best from GRIMSBY.
Hi Carl, I’m really pleased people are commenting and discussing the “tired when sleeping” aspect as if nothing else it makes us all think twice. The car/van heaters really make things difficult when tired especially when trying to keep the windscreen clear. When I searched out my van it took some time but I found one with heated seats and screen. I can leave the heater off but have a clear screen and a warm body. It was worth taking the time to find it. I’d love to fish Grimsby one day and it sounds like you are getting amongst a few fish, well done. 🎣👍🏻
Very wise words regarding not driving tired. As you say, you come off the beach and think you're fine only to start driving and your eyes start to roll. Done it myself , only saved by the rumble strip on the motorway waking me up. As an ex carp fisherman the first thing I did was put my old fishing bed in my van and it's definitely saved my life I'd say. Good video.
Thank you for the confirmation Scott, I think we have all experienced that sudden abrupt realisation that we lost it for a split second. Very scary and one to avoid at all costs. The bed I bought is a bit special and I tip my hat to the carp fishers for developing something so well. 😉
Hi Mark just watched your new clothing film great year just a wee heads up don't rush for spurious with your smock had a day out off Oban sporting my new smock after a busy day on the spurdog they had turned my smock into a tea bag😥
If I’m honest I am smitten with the van and I’ve had it 2 years now which has flown by. It has had all of the usual Transit custom flaws including the ridiculous disc and pad change, lower suspension arms and the early signs of needing power steering hoses. These are very common and to be expected. Other than that it is a joy to drive and own. Take care. 🎣👍🏻
Hi Mark, Gemini tape it is then! Great sensitivity on those tips and a really good combo, perfect for the Welsh Rays and Norwegian Cod. Tight lines my friend..
Funny you mention that but I am in Wales next week and Norway next month. I’m pleased with the rods and think I’ve found the right fit for me after several attempts.
It is a view I’m sure will be had by more than just one so worth explaining. The channel started as a personal diary of my fishing to be able to look back on but it soon became apparent that the interaction helped me develop. I enjoy trying new kit and tackle and the feedback that I get from supporters has helped me improve my fishing. The transition between rods over the past 3 years has been progressive, it would have been all too easy to go top of the range right at the start and throw money at it. I didn’t do that and hopefully that has helped others. There is also the added interest and variety to what I present on film, I could just put up a photo of what was caught and leave it at that, where’s the fun in that?
Hi Mark awesome content as always! Your talking about driving while tired, also I find your freezing cold so what's the first thing u do once in ya motor heating on full blast that doesn't help if already tired for sure. Stay safe and mostly stay strong!
I wanted to mention the driving aspect early in the season because if it helps one person it was totally worth while. You are 100% right about heaters but keeping the screen clear needs them. I hope you are keeping well. 🎣👍🏻
@@seaangling keeping well I'm trying my best but when you have an in curable illness some days are hard but heyho always someone worse than me. Keep up the hard work buddy! 😁
@seaangling yeah, especially living in the middle of the country. There aren't any shops I know who do trials. Might have to walk along the beach next time I'm out, see if anyone is willing to let me have a chuck.
All your shows are great. I just purchased a Penn Fathom 2 12sd. What would be a great show would be reel maintenance, especially new reels or your regular maintenance. Yes there are a few vids out there but they all do the bearing oiling sligby differently. VMO 1 drop per bearing others 4 drops etc. Would be interested to see or know what you do. Cheers
Thanks for watching and really pleasing you are enjoying the channel. Personally I’m very fussy with how I look after my kit and make no secret of my cleaning/preservation routines. Everything gets washed/wiped and sprayed with FS365 regardless. My multipliers have their line stripped to backing and the periodicity depends on use/location. Chesil is hard on line so I do that after every session, the Solent is kinder so every other or every third visit. My backing ends at the first spool marker and the rest is the other 2. I follow a routine very close to the VMO Dean Booker 1 with removing bearing shields and 1 drop of oil. My regular maintenance/clean only involves removing the mag end with the gear end done every few months depending on usage. I hope that helps. 🎣
@@seaangling thanks for that. Yes really helps. I am more reassured about touching the bearings now. Also good to know about the backing. Out of interest do you use old mono for backing. I have seen some suggest using braid for backing. Thanks again.
@@seaangling t Thanks again. I think a bit of OCD (if i can use that term these days) is a good thing when it comes to fishing. I will leave you in peace now! Thanks again
I bought a vivaro van and made it into a fishing camper van tv in it as well. relay charger fitted as well cost around £400 best thing Iever done ive had some great fishing holidays in it
A van is a game changer especially when travelling for fishing. I fished rock marks in North Wales last night and slept in the van. Nice and toasty warm.
I use to shoot a lot and held a firearms licence but I gave that up some years ago. Most land where I live slowly went over to syndicates and my favourite was bought out by an adjacent golf course. I did shoot competitively for the Navy and qualified as a marksman.
Whoa hang on Mark you can’t show us a noodle pot and then not tell us what noodles they are and if they’re any good, c’mon man us noodle lovers need to know!!! 🥺😩😂
Those are great rods. I’ve got quite a few Anyfish Anywhere rods. I’ve even got some of their prototype rods that Jules sold me. I don’t really take them out too often though, they have far too much sentimental value to me and can’t be replaced. I use their Estuary rods in most of Poole Harbour, usually with 2oz or 3oz leads. Their new rod holdall is good too, proper bit of kit that is.
I’m interested in the hold-all but I can’t really fault the one I already have so I will wait a while before indulging. As with everything else it would be nice to get one and report back an honest review.
Fishing could of been better bud,was a poor tide to be honest ,but it’s nice getting out that’s what it all about,thanks for the shout as always it’s fishing dorset live 🤣🤣hopefully it picks up soon again
I’ll get it right one day but the links in the description are correct. 😉
I plan on visiting again sometime soon so if you spot a decent tide/weather combination ping me a message, I’ll bring the kettle.
@@seaangling lol don’t worry everyone says it wrong ,but it’s all good as my channel still comes up,I will do maybe leave it a few weeks possibly till winter hits
Hi mark you ok pal, well done mate. Your new set up looks spot on. Your right about the driving, i find when is freezing and the old heaters kick in on the van, thats when it gets me. I was out yesterday and managed 5 whiting and a dab on the humber. All the best from GRIMSBY.
Hi Carl, I’m really pleased people are commenting and discussing the “tired when sleeping” aspect as if nothing else it makes us all think twice. The car/van heaters really make things difficult when tired especially when trying to keep the windscreen clear. When I searched out my van it took some time but I found one with heated seats and screen. I can leave the heater off but have a clear screen and a warm body. It was worth taking the time to find it.
I’d love to fish Grimsby one day and it sounds like you are getting amongst a few fish, well done. 🎣👍🏻
Very wise words regarding not driving tired. As you say, you come off the beach and think you're fine only to start driving and your eyes start to roll. Done it myself , only saved by the rumble strip on the motorway waking me up. As an ex carp fisherman the first thing I did was put my old fishing bed in my van and it's definitely saved my life I'd say.
Good video.
Thank you for the confirmation Scott, I think we have all experienced that sudden abrupt realisation that we lost it for a split second. Very scary and one to avoid at all costs.
The bed I bought is a bit special and I tip my hat to the carp fishers for developing something so well. 😉
Love the video as usual, interesting rods them.
You will see a lot more of them over the coming months and I’m keen to test them fully. 🎣
Nice one Mark 👍 tight lines mate 🎣👊💪
Cheers buddy. 🎣👍🏻
Good watch as always Mark, I'm looking for a new rod thanks for the heads up.
Worth a look and see if they are right for you.
Hi Mark just watched your new clothing film great year just a wee heads up don't rush for spurious with your smock had a day out off Oban sporting my new smock after a busy day on the spurdog they had turned my smock into a tea bag😥
Was that the spur on the back that has punctured your smock? I would like a trip up to try for the Spurs. Any tips on marks would be appreciated. 😉
Great video as usual Mark. Van is looking great. Sound advice on the driving.
If I’m honest I am smitten with the van and I’ve had it 2 years now which has flown by. It has had all of the usual Transit custom flaws including the ridiculous disc and pad change, lower suspension arms and the early signs of needing power steering hoses. These are very common and to be expected. Other than that it is a joy to drive and own. Take care. 🎣👍🏻
Hi Mark, Gemini tape it is then! Great sensitivity on those tips and a really good combo, perfect for the Welsh Rays and Norwegian Cod. Tight lines my friend..
Funny you mention that but I am in Wales next week and Norway next month. I’m pleased with the rods and think I’ve found the right fit for me after several attempts.
You've had more rods and reels than I've had cooked dinners . I was told to learn to use the rod to it's full potential before upgrading .
If the rod doesn’t do what you need it to do, no amount of using it is ever going to change that fact.
It is a view I’m sure will be had by more than just one so worth explaining. The channel started as a personal diary of my fishing to be able to look back on but it soon became apparent that the interaction helped me develop. I enjoy trying new kit and tackle and the feedback that I get from supporters has helped me improve my fishing. The transition between rods over the past 3 years has been progressive, it would have been all too easy to go top of the range right at the start and throw money at it. I didn’t do that and hopefully that has helped others. There is also the added interest and variety to what I present on film, I could just put up a photo of what was caught and leave it at that, where’s the fun in that?
Hi Mark awesome content as always! Your talking about driving while tired, also I find your freezing cold so what's the first thing u do once in ya motor heating on full blast that doesn't help if already tired for sure. Stay safe and mostly stay strong!
I wanted to mention the driving aspect early in the season because if it helps one person it was totally worth while. You are 100% right about heaters but keeping the screen clear needs them. I hope you are keeping well. 🎣👍🏻
@@seaangling yeh definitely an awkward one for sure
@@seaangling keeping well I'm trying my best but when you have an in curable illness some days are hard but heyho always someone worse than me. Keep up the hard work buddy! 😁
The new rods look great Mark. I have the GB FS Pro but they're a little stiff for my liking.
It’s always worth trying before buying but that is easier said than done.
@seaangling yeah, especially living in the middle of the country. There aren't any shops I know who do trials. Might have to walk along the beach next time I'm out, see if anyone is willing to let me have a chuck.
Another great vid Mark ,glad your enjoying the new gear , those tips look the business
They do communicate well and a session on small fish has highlighted it, the trick is to now get something significant.
The Norway trip should help with that👍
@@richardgatehouse1520 I’m looking forward to it.
You still enjoying the rods Mark
Hey Mark, have you seen the Penn Squall?
It’s a graphite version of the fathom..
I haven’t used one but I’m guessing they are lighter and the material is the same as the SLOSH.
All your shows are great. I just purchased a Penn Fathom 2 12sd. What would be a great show would be reel maintenance, especially new reels or your regular maintenance. Yes there are a few vids out there but they all do the bearing oiling sligby differently. VMO 1 drop per bearing others 4 drops etc. Would be interested to see or know what you do. Cheers
Thanks for watching and really pleasing you are enjoying the channel. Personally I’m very fussy with how I look after my kit and make no secret of my cleaning/preservation routines. Everything gets washed/wiped and sprayed with FS365 regardless. My multipliers have their line stripped to backing and the periodicity depends on use/location. Chesil is hard on line so I do that after every session, the Solent is kinder so every other or every third visit. My backing ends at the first spool marker and the rest is the other 2.
I follow a routine very close to the VMO Dean Booker 1 with removing bearing shields and 1 drop of oil. My regular maintenance/clean only involves removing the mag end with the gear end done every few months depending on usage. I hope that helps. 🎣
@@seaangling thanks for that. Yes really helps. I am more reassured about touching the bearings now. Also good to know about the backing. Out of interest do you use old mono for backing. I have seen some suggest using braid for backing. Thanks again.
@@nigelh681 I use any spare but fresh mono for backing, I wouldn’t use “old” mono.
@@seaangling t
Thanks again. I think a bit of OCD (if i can use that term these days) is a good thing when it comes to fishing. I will leave you in peace now! Thanks again
I bought a vivaro van and made it into a fishing camper van tv in it as well. relay charger fitted as well cost around £400 best thing Iever done ive had some great fishing holidays in it
A van is a game changer especially when travelling for fishing. I fished rock marks in North Wales last night and slept in the van. Nice and toasty warm.
i take a little porta loo in mine its a must when there are no toilets about lined with a bin bag for easy disposal.
@@allenbrown8158 I take a lenor bottle because the size and shape is perfect in case you get caught short.
Hi Mark. Do you just fish or do you shoot too?
I use to shoot a lot and held a firearms licence but I gave that up some years ago. Most land where I live slowly went over to syndicates and my favourite was bought out by an adjacent golf course. I did shoot competitively for the Navy and qualified as a marksman.
Whoa hang on Mark you can’t show us a noodle pot and then not tell us what noodles they are and if they’re any good, c’mon man us noodle lovers need to know!!! 🥺😩😂
They are very special noodles amongst a sea of mediocre noodles and worth their own spotlight at some point. I get them by the case from Costco. 😂
Il hold you to that, it’s a need to know basis and we need to know!! 😉😂 tight lines mate ATB 👍🏻👍🏻
Those are great rods. I’ve got quite a few Anyfish Anywhere rods. I’ve even got some of their prototype rods that Jules sold me. I don’t really take them out too often though, they have far too much sentimental value to me and can’t be replaced.
I use their Estuary rods in most of Poole Harbour, usually with 2oz or 3oz leads. Their new rod holdall is good too, proper bit of kit that is.
I’m interested in the hold-all but I can’t really fault the one I already have so I will wait a while before indulging. As with everything else it would be nice to get one and report back an honest review.