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Restful Traeth Bychan Beach, Near Anglesey Coastal Path, Great for Dinghy Sailing
August 27th, 2009
Small, quiet, and sheltered east facing Traeth Bychan beach south of Moelfre on Anglesey is reached down a winding country lane off the A5025. come here and you will appreciate some beautiful coastal views from the peaks of Carneddau on the mainland, to Puffin Island, Llanddona heights, Great Orme and Liverpool Bay.
The edges of Traeth Bychan are rocky, while the middle area of the beach is sandy with a varying spread of small pebbles the length of the beach up to the dinghy park at the top. Given its sheltered position it’s no surprise that Red Wharf Bay Sailing and Watersports Club have their clubhouse here, and can often see dinghies, powerboats and small day fishing boats queuing up to be towed up the beach on their trailers.
At the dinghy park on this beach there are Lasers, Toppers, Mirrors, GP14’s and other classes. The beach faces the east and so is ideal for launching boats, when the prevailing wind on Anglesey is from the south west. When we arrived here the sun was out and some keen, though tired, sailors were helping guide a vehicle with launch trailer into the water.
There are some interesting rock formations along the sides of Traeth Bychan beach, above which is a thick grassy slope. Here you will also find the Anglesey Coastal Path meandering its way between Benllech and Moelfre to the north, and its easy to access the path from near the beach. Go down the lane past the shop and car park to your right, on the corner to the left is the entrance to the path behind a white beach cottage.
If you want a cup of coffee, tea or an ice cream, don’t worry, as Traeth Bychan beach cafe is literally only about 25 metres up on the right from this small sandy cove. Next to the cafe is a public car park with space for about 25 cars. Opposite the cafe and also on the hill behind are static caravans, which could be a good vacation base for your island explorations.
A good time to come to this quiet, sheltered beach is autumn and winter, when you can really appreciate the fine sea views and coastal walks, with little if any boating activity taking place. Traeth Bychan has a historic angle which many are not aware of, relating to a maritime incident in Liverpool bay.
Built in Cammell Laird ship yard in 1938, the “T” class submarine HMS Thetis left the Mersey on 1 June 1939 with a crew of 103, sailing out to Liverpool Bay to carry out some tests. Some unusual and catastrophic events took place while she was submerged and 99 men lost their lives. A few months later, the Thetis was refloated and brought onto Traeth Bychan beach.
Whether you come here on a fine, clear winter’s day for a walk across the beach, or in the heat of a summer’s day are launching your dinghy for coastal exploration, the memory of Thetis and her lost crew will remain.
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That Wonderful Elusive Bass Fish
August 26th, 2009
All over the world, no matter where you are or where you look, you will inevitably find the haunts of the bass fish found in all kinds of watery places like a remote freshwater lake or stream, small ponds and even the ocean itself. Long time studies have shown that bass fishing is the most popular type of sport fishing and for two good reasons; bass fish are fun to catch and make for great eating.
Bass fish are game fishes and come in both fresh water and marine varieties. They belong to the large order of fishes called Perciformes which means perch-like fishes. The actual term of “bass” comes from the Middle English and literally is the word “bars” which means “perch”. A group of bass swimming together is referred to as a shoal.
The bass fish themselves can be broken down into two major types under the scientific family name of Moronidae; these types are black bass and temperate bass. When you investigate the different varieties of bass found in these two types; you’ll find that the temperate group of fish hold the striped bass and white bass. The other group, the black bass group, has the following members; largemouth, small mouth bass, spotted bass and the Guadalupe. They can be found in all kinds of water sources such as large and small lakes or streams, ponds, and then there are those that flourish in the ocean.
When people speak of bass fish, they are not just talking about the fish that fall under the main bass groups; they are also including a lot of kinds of fish that are similar to the bass, but are not technically part of the scientific group. Those kinds referred to by anglers as bass include black sea bass, giant sea bass and the Australian bass.
The world of bass fishing is a large one and an entire industry has built up around it simply because it is the most popular by far of all of the types of sport fishing that exist. If you are a novice to the sport, or if you have been involved for years; you will find that there is a plethora of information about the bass fish available on the internet. There all kinds of online sites that provide an outlet for contacting other anglers to swap stories and tips about bass fishing, forums; and sites that have all the equipment and supplies that anyone would ever need for participating in the sport. Not only the online sites, but there are numerous specialty stores that carry bass fishing supplies like fishing lures, equipment, boats, and information about fishing lodges.
Boats are a main component in bass fishing, and depending on your tastes and your wallet there is a bass boat for you. The average sized bass boat is found in the range of 16 to 26feet, and is made up of aluminum or fiberglass and you must have an electric trolling motor on the bow; this is required by law. The types of boats are hundreds and include electric boats, flat boats, jon boats—all kinds of boats that would be used for chasing the elusive bass fish.
The sport of bass fishing is one that will be around for as long as there are bass fish to be caught, and the sheer number of people who thrill in the sport speaks loud and clear of its popularity. Whether you want to spend a lazy day on your bass boat on a secluded pond with rod and reel in hand, or avidly pursue and challenge a jumping fighting fish; bass fishing is the way to go for a fun time overall.
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Boat Seats: How To Buy Them At A Hefty Discount
August 26th, 2009
Few things are as pleasant as a trip on a boat with people that you like, whether it’s a fishing trip, a leisure voyage out to the sea, or a weekend down a river. Even if it’s your profession to be on a boat, there is something about being on the water that just makes it special.
Whether it’s a sailing boat, a pontoon for a placid picnic on a lake, or for a fishing tour on a specially equipped boat, it’s a great way to spend your time.
Boat seats are important to have on any on these leisure activities, and even more so if it is your work that’s taking you out onto the water. But it’s not always desirable to pay the whole price for seating as it might turn out to be quite expensive.
For the money-wise mariner, there are plenty of alternatives to buying boat seats at full price, whether it’s buying used or just finding a cost-effective solution to buy new.
Buying used boat seats is one of the most obvious solutions - you may be able to get very good prices by looking at the local classifieds, or at sale notices posted at your local marina. And if you have any friends that share your passion for boating, you may be able to buy seats from them if they are about to get new ones. Granted, used boat seats may need a bit of repair, but it will be worth it in the long term
If you are member of a boating club or of a fishing group, buying boat seats in bulk is another option. You may be able to get substantial discounts from a retailer if you buy five or more identical sets of boat seats.
Another thing to do is to ask dealers for any special offers they may have on boat seats at the moment, Even if it isn’t advertised, just asking could get you an unexpected and maybe even hefty discount. And it doesn’t cost anything to ask.
Check aftermarket shops too. These are retailers specializing in end-of-the-line products, which are usually much cheaper than current ones. The next aftermarket shop may be out of the way so inquire about availability of boat seats over the phone in advance. It may well be worth the call!
Another great option is buying boat seats online, through the Internet. Online shops have lower overheads and are therefore able to pass on reductions to the customer. Plus, if you buy a seat that you don’t like the retailer must give you a guaranteed full refund.
Auctions are another great source of cheap boat seats, whether on-line such as on sites like eBay, or offline in public sale houses.
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Choosing the Most Excellent Baitcasting Rods
August 19th, 2009
Are you brand new to fishing? If so, you’ll need to buy one of various baitcasting rods out there. Fishing can be a heap of fun, but without the exact baitcasting rods, you could not think it all that exciting. With the right rod, you can make sure that you get fun and really catch fish. These are certain options for newbie’s when selecting rods.
When selecting baitcasting rods for beginners, the rod that’s chosen must be strong and durable. You want to be able to deal with any catch when you get a pole. Of course, you do not need to catch just little fish. You almost certainly need to catch the biggest fish possible with your rod, so a strong rod is vital.
Baitcasting rods have reels that are above the particular pool and there are rings on the line and the guides are on top of the pool too. You employ a special trigger on the rod so that even when releasing the line, you have a great grip on the pole. This is one of the easier options for folk just starting to fish.
Graphite is one of the finest material choices when you are choosing baitcasting rods for newbie’s. These rods are very light and they are straightforward for you to manage too. If you are only starting, then it is a brilliant idea to choose a pole that is made from graphite, since you’ll find it less complicated to use till you get better at fishing.
Naturally, there are also some baitcasting rods that are made of both graphite and fiberglass. These rods can also be a very rather good choice for newbie’s who are fishing for the first time. These rods are powerful, durable, extremely light, and they are straightforward to afford too.
So you could be wondering where you can look for good baitcasting rods, a sporting products store is somewhere you could be able to find these rods. However, one of the finest places to find them is on the internet. It is easy to find different options on the web when it comes to these rods, which gives you a huge choice to choose from.
Regularly the prices are the best on the internet when you are buying baitcasting rods too. Because the interest is so competitive, regularly the prices are the best there. You may look around and compare costs to see which rod is going to fit best into the price range you have in mind.
Fishing is an exciting pastime, and if you are just getting started, baitcasting rods will be an important option. Together with a good rod, you can have enjoyment, catch fish, and begin to get better at fishing. Later on you may want to go with extra complicated baitcasting rods, except for now it is best to start with rods that are easy to use.
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