Steve I freeze them for bait,to far to go to get a few when needed.
Cliff.

Sea Anglers have "BIGGER" Tackle.

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Steve Walker wrote:
In message , Cliff
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I usually buy them in 6s then cut them & tie a loop in the ends,3 are
shorter & easier to cast,I get 2 for the barbie & enough for the days
fishing. If you want them for the freezer get them in the evening just
before going home or they blow & go off.

I've never bothered freezing mackerel for food. If they aren't eaten
immediately they aren't worth eating at all, IMO. I was spoilt, I think,
because I once lived literally across the road from the beach. I could
watch the sea for signs of fish, nip out with a spinning rod and have a
couple from the sea to the plate within ten minutes.