Dont think there are any instructor that far north, there was a few meets arranged in the past in the Aberdeen area, maybe something we could look into if enough interest is there again.
We dont have our own field yet to cast on but an meet up on a beach can help improve most to cast.
Dont believe any caster up here charges for his services but maybe help cover costs if he travels to meet up.
Hope this helps.:thumbs:

 

Dont think there are any instructor that far north, there was a few meets arranged in the past in the Aberdeen area, maybe something we could look into if enough interest is there again.
We dont have our own field yet to cast on but an meet up on a beach can help improve most to cast.
Dont believe any caster up here charges for his services but maybe help cover costs if he travels to meet up.
Hope this helps.:thumbs:

Cheers mate for the info.
Think I remember seeing some posts about a wee event that I think you ran or helped out on.
Would deffo be up for another one if there is enough interest out there?
Thanks Leo.

 

I went to a meet started by mickeyerskine and led by Jimmy C. It made a great improvement to my very basic heave. I will certainly be up for the next instalment.

 

Well if someone wants help, arrange a date and venue if I'm available I'll try and help

 

Come to Aberdeen jimmy! Crash at mine we can fush the rocks and cast some leads!

 

Come to Aberdeen jimmy! Crash at mine we can fush the rocks and cast some leads!

1st part of a plan

 

hi guys i live in aberdeen and i have asked the same question, the last casting meet was at edinborough somewhere i think bit far for me to go myself .but i would like to put my name down for this one guys :thumbs:

 

I live in Montrose,and would be more than happy to make your numbers up,when and wherever.regards Alan

 

Come to Aberdeen jimmy! Crash at mine we can fush the rocks and cast some leads!

Perfect.
Give me plenty of notice if it is a weekend though as I work weekends, but will do my damndest to be there.
Cheers Leo.

 

I know everyone just likes to want to know how to cast.
But if you live in Aberdeen or Montrose there's really no need for it.
Most fish are well within the mere mortals reach.
If you intend to travel to say SW Scotland then I see your need.
Just curious, what's your reasoning.
Iam not the worlds best caster by no means and would probably benefit from a lead chucking sesh.
My rods certainly out power my casting abilities but need their power for kelp fishing.
I've started to branch out a little as far as traveling is concerned.so probably be a good idea to learn a little bit more.
I buggered my shoulder last winter miss timing a cast. Apparently powering up too quickly with big leads n baits.
Oh we'll sore lesson learned there. Still feel it now from time to time. Lol still probably doing it wrong.??
A wee question thou jimmy.
If say learning then basic casting style, do we require a decent casting reel????
I mean its Saltists I have.
So wouldn't imagine they would hit as far as say a 6500 or 7ht turbo.
Think iam answering my own question here but assume it would be the style or tecnique. That matters.
Regards alf

 

Dont think there are any instructor that far north, there was a few meets arranged in the past in the Aberdeen area, maybe something we could look into if enough interest is there again.
We dont have our own field yet to cast on but an meet up on a beach can help improve most to cast.
Dont believe any caster up here charges for his services but maybe help cover costs if he travels to meet up.
Hope this helps.:thumbs:

http://www.worldseafishing.com/foru.../scotland-catch-reports-advice/165542-aberdeen-casting-seminar-30-may-09-a.html

Am still abroad back 9 shifts and a wake up+travel, will see if anyone got Paul's phone number and pass it on.

 

Answering some of the questions, casting distance may not always be necessary but if you do try a new venue and the guy next to you is finishing at day 140yds and catching but you can barely reach 60yds do you just give up and go home.
If helping to improve your cast it is with the kit you have, yes if given good lessons you may want different kit but learning to get the best out of what you have is what it is about.

 

If you can fish at 140 yards you also have the option of fishing at 60 yards.
If you can only fish at 60 yards you have no options.
Agree that the fish are at your feet sometimes - but more strings to the bow.

 

If you can fish at 140 yards you also have the option of fishing at 60 yards.
If you can only fish at 60 yards you have no options.
Agree that the fish are at your feet sometimes - but more strings to the bow.

Yes but caster tend to want to belt her to the horizon. Especially if someone's watching. Lol
Rid sort of like having a Ferrari and driving at sixty

 

I know I would like to be able to do a full pendulum or even nail an OTG cast , it just gives you so much more options and allows you to cover much more ground....

 

I know I would like to be able to do a full pendulum or even nail an OTG cast , it just gives you so much more options and allows you to cover much more ground....

Exactly mate - I'd rather blank at 140+ yards than at just 40 yards. LOL.

 

I'd be up for joining in too if you guys organise a meet. Mikey, after Seeing your smooth cast made me realise how rough/jerky mine is so even though we don't need a long cast on the rocks here it would be good to iron out my action!

 

Yes but caster tend to want to belt her to the horizon. Especially if someone's watching. Lol
Rid sort of like having a Ferrari and driving at sixty

Not me mate, I get stage fright and always mess it up in front of an audience.

 

I would like to give it large with a multiplier and not end up with a spool that looked more like a bad hair day :blink:

 

Not me mate, I get stage fright and always mess it up in front of an audience.

Lol I hear yah. Iam different. I like to think i know what iam doing.??? BUT PROBABLY DON'T. Lol.

 

I'd be up for joining in too if you guys organise a meet. Mikey, after Seeing your smooth cast made me realise how rough/jerky mine is so even though we don't need a long cast on the rocks here it would be good to iron out my action!

It's the big slabs o mackerel that like a kite mate.

 

I would like to give it large with a multiplier and not end up with a spool that looked more like a bad hair day :blink:

Nae probs just don't put any line on it lol.
Only playing lads. It's a great idea that lots of guys would greatly benefit from.

 

I would like to give it large with a multiplier and not end up with a spool that looked more like a bad hair day :blink:

Like this from yesterday?

Doesn't matter how good you are, nighttime in the wet, not concentrating enough?

And yes once you learn to cast you need to remember to cast where the fish are, if only 30yds out dont blast 160..Joe???

 

O.K Great so looks like we have some interest - maybe a wee meet in the Aberdeen area?

Anyone know that patch and who would be prepared to take the organising on?

I am UNAVAILABLE 7th - 14th October, and work weekends but am more than willing to blag a weekend off if given enough notice - say at least a fortnights warning.

I will be coming from Aviemore and am prepared to pick someone up on the way if possible.

Many Thanks Leo.

 

Thoughts then how about sunday 15th sept?
If this date is suitable post up your interest in attending and we may start a new thread with details if enough say they'll turn up