"Fantom" wrote in message
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"Derek Moody" wrote in message
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In article , Fantom
wrote:
Hi, Im thinking of taking a trip mid december to the pier for some
fishing
as im down that way. Can anyone suggest bait and species available.

*IF* the current freshwater flush clears the harbour before the next
spring
tides then there should be a few pollack on the top and pout near the
bottom
(after dark), maybe immature whiting and sand smelt. Outside chance of
an
eel or flounder by day. There might be rockling.

You may do better further up the harbour around the boats.

Is it worth bringing a spinning rod aswell as a beachcaster?

It's not worth bringing the beachcaster*. A spinning or carp rod with
light
float tackle after dark would be your best chance. Work a metre deep
around
the light/shadow boundaries under the streetlights. Exception - there
might
be some late squid around which you could take on a jig after dark.

Imo it's never worth bringing a beachcaster to the pleasure pier.

Cheerio,

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Thanks Derek, your advice is appreciated as always

P.S Sorry for replying via email, hit the wrong button..

Would the same situation and species apply to the stone pier? . I have
definatly opted for a spinning rod thanks to your advice, but is it worth
bringing a short stronger rod for simply dropping over the edge of the pier?

Thanks