INDIANANGLER

Sorry im not creating confusion I just created the lists and dates based on "expected" basis!

These prize categories looks great and also there are good no. of species.



Why no treble hook, we(most Hyderabadi anglers) are specialist in treble hooks which are hand made in home using three single hooks, we don't use any spinning or fly reel while using treble hook and is used only with feeder rig method for carp fishing. Hope you understand this and please discuss this with the senior members and coordinators for approval.
Note: please don't take my concern as confusion!




What if a monster fish is accidentally caught on the net, will not this be considered as a some special catch

Regard
Arish

Ali bhai count me in too.

Dear Arish,

Every sport is govern by a set of rules and why and why not does not apply on those rules. In carp fishing, use of treble hook is considered foul on two accounts, namely.

1- In a fair contest, the angler and the fish should have equal chance and treble hooks negate that.

2- In case of catch and release, the damage to the fish is extensive if one is using treble hooks.

There are other factors also but I think the above two are sufficient to consider using treble hook in targeting Carp, Foul fishing.

Regards,

Ali.

OK Guys,

Now to serious business,

As usual, Mr. Arun Mohile will be the co-coordinator of this event. Santosh and Myself will assist him. Col. Nair will be co-coordinator of Pune Chapter. Further to above, if any one else want to assist in organizing this event, kindly contact Mr. Mohile or Santosh.

The final date and other details should be posted very soon.

Regards,

Ali.



P.S. In case any one has Anindya,s contact No. please forward the same to me.

Hi Ali,

I don't have any of my gear with me here on campus but I definitely want to be a part of this, even if its just to observe or photograph :) . Once the logistics and other details are confirmed I will take some time off and join in.

Keep me posted

Cheers

Danny

Ok Ali bhai, will follow the rules.

Hi Ali,

Please add me to the tentitave list. I will confirm in a weeks time. Need to check my work schedule for March.

Regards
Keith

Dear Ali Bhai,

I've got few questions

1. Do you give us the choice to select the location for bait casting.

2. Do you already have some pre-baited spots or do we have to do it ourselves.

3. Apart form trebles is there any restriction on line size etc.

More questions in next post.

Cheers
Salim

Dear Ali Bhai,

I've got few questions

1. Do you give us the choice to select the location for bait casting.

Yes, you can select the location and fish from there

2. Do you already have some pre-baited spots or do we have to do it ourselves.

No, there will not be any pre baited spot but ground baiting is allowed.

3. Apart form trebles is there any restriction on line size etc.

Line size will be your discretion .

Here is the proposed Camping Site and fishing Spots. This Picture shows when the dam is full. Water level will be much down. If you are lucky enough, you can see a wild boar or Leopard, coming down to drink water, from your camp site.



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Regards,

Ali.

Oh Wilson Dam Yes Yes I will be there.[/b]

Well well it is at wilson dam. Iwill be there for shure.

Ali,Santosh please keep in mind if the tournament is in the first week then Iwill have to oput out but if the tournament is on the second week end then it woul be just right to come along and have some fun.
Please keep me posted about the tournament dates.

Ok Glenn. In case you are going there before, inform me plz.

Regards,

Ali.

Hi Ali,

Whats the status with this?

Cheers

Danny

^^+1, Me too interested. Or is it too late to join now? I wanted to come along as a spectator if possible

sorry guys ! i am translocating to bangalore for the next three years and hence will be engaged in the move. now i guess i shall have to ask the bangalore guys to aid me in finding local fishing spots.

Surprising how you guys get relocated from one fishing paradise to another. When in b'lore watch your steps as you might trip on Owen sleeping on the banks of the river there :)

Cheers - DeZZ

One place we go for fishing.. Vemagal lake has been dried up completely. Sunday morning went their with high spirits only to find a completely dried up lake except for a few meters of water patche with small fishes packed and gasping.

The final date for 3rd All India Angling Competition to be held at Bhandardara Dam with Countryside Camping is 30th April-1st May

Link to the location
<http://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UTF8&hl=en&oe=UTF8&msa=0&ll=19.553846%2C73.752058&spn=0.008978%2C0.0137...11&t=h&z=16&msid=213060867398153868139.00049e968ec29695e6c97>

Cost for Tent accommodation & food for 2 days is approximately INR 2000 / person. Max 30 Anglers, so guys please confirm ASAP.

Santosh

Now as the dates are decided, request this time that participation should be from all corners of India. Please confirm your participation ASAP so as that all logistics can be worked out well in advance.

Regards,

Ali.

I am in

You are the treasurer for this trip.

Regards,

Ali.

hmmmmmmmmmmm

I might be able to make it but don't want to participate and all yet. Is there a provision where spectators or learners can come to see and learn etc? Or is participation a mandate to being there?

I am in too.

what ever the master says guys you better respond fast as we need to figure out the logistics and plan accordingly

omesh if you are there i think you participate mate we are there to have some fun and learn and i think any one should be game for it cheers

Samit Mukherji has confirmed too. He is in Kolkata right now with limited access to the internet so I confirm on his behalf.

Can we have a headcount..? I guess 20+ have confirmed so far..

Santo please put a cumulative list some how I am still banned by Bops to send PM tried contacting him but in vain so please if you can PM my contact number to every one on the list i can then follow it up cheers

Hi Guys,

Regret I will be missing this edition of the competition. However, I will be fishing on those very days at Bungsamran near Bangkok. Supposedly a paradise for freshwater fishing. We can compare catches later.

Regards
Cavalier

Oie Badaboka ... i think you need to send him some of that Mache Jol and Pabda with Mishti doi that you promised him

woah colonel ..way to go have a blast..

Amen!

Just checked some details about the place!....
A small read....

Fishing in Thailand at Bungsamran Lake

Who would have thought? That right here in Bangkok, sits one of the world’s most prolific freshwater fishing venues. Lurking beneath the murky depths are the world’s largest freshwater species – the Mekong giant catfish, the giant Siamese carp & the arapaima all of which grow in excess of 100kg (220lb) at Bungsamran. In June 2007 the world's biggest carp ever caught on rod & line was landed estimated to weigh 120kg (264lb). Bangkok is The City Of Angels for tourists, but for fisherman it is The City Of Giants!

Now colonel's statement about comparing catches, I'm sure this will break the ice!....

Bungsamran alone is a reason to come fishing in Bangkok, the fishing is so prolific & our guides are so experienced that Fish Thailand offers anyone a 50% refund who fails to catch a 30lb plus Mekong giant catfish in a 1 day session. There are not many guides and even less venues that would dare guarantee such a bold statement, so we challenge you to challenge us!

I am super jealous! Your gonna be in freshwater paradise colonel!

Have a blast!!!

The very thought of tackling those giants has got me into a funk. So every morning I jump out of bed at 6 am & rush off for a brisk walk & then to a short session at the Gym to pump up the old muscles. Have contacted a number of pals on the "Fishing kaki' website & they have assured me that I will finally be beaten down to my knees by these giants & beg for mercy. Last week a pal caught 24 fish ranging from 24 kgs to 74 kgs in eight hours fishing. Keeping my fingers crossed.

Regards
cavalier

Col saab that sounds exciting!!!

Alibhai, can we have this years competition in Thailand instead please?

Yes, why not..

After this one, next one will be in November and it will be saltwater.

Lets discuss a new location during the competition.

For Saltwater Count me in Sandy.

Lets plan the next trip (Nov perhaps) to a place where we should have more chances of catches. The massive netting at both saltwater & freshwater venues nearby, is making the total catch very meagre in our competitions. Planning a weeks trip outside the country to places like Thailand should not cost too much in the off season. Amazing fishing is assured with the bonus of other fun activities.

Regards
Cavalier

The dude that runs the outfit at Bung Sam Lan is an IA member and a super cool dude.. I think he is ranked in the Top 5 anglers in IGFA.. His name is Jean Francois Helias..

Tight Lines,
GRC

Thanks Gavin,

Will try & catch up with him at Bungsamran. Hope he agrees to sponsor a subsidised trip for IA members. That would be fun.

Regards
Cavalier

Suggest you drop him a line before visiting.. The bugger is always out on the waters targeting Snakeheads...
For his email details, check out his profile.. Am sure he can work out something..

Tight Lines,
GRC

Col saab, why do you think I ask? Like Santosh says "Fishing is more than just fish"

Have dropped jean Francois Helias a email. He runs a pro angling outfit called Fishing Adventures Thailand. Jean is one of the greatest anglers in the world & i hope i get a chance to meet him.I dont want to hire his teams services as they are quite expensive. have already hired a pro guide ( Through some Fishing Kaki friends) for my trip to Bungsamran.

Regards
Cavalier

Dear All,

I am sorry but the competition is postponed due to some unavoidable circumstances.

Right now the water level is too high to fish there and it is almost impossible to arrange logistics for the announced dates.

With consultation with coordinators and others who fish Bhandardhara dam, it is decided to hold this edition in somewhere in June as the water level will be perfect then.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Regards,

Ali.

Hi ali bhai.

This is salik from hyderabad. Please send me in the details of the all india angling competition when the dates are finalised as i am very much interested in participating.

Thanks!

hi all,

Was just reading this thread today... and it seems that the last competition was postponed? to june? has this happened yet? can i join in please if this has not?

and for the next one proposed for november can i propose Goa!!!! :)

I'll bring along my beer cooler.... oops sorry fish cooler :)

Cheers,
Alan

What happened is the competition still on or not?

hello guys,

I have all the info and arrangements discussed with the authorities at pench dam(nagpur) full of deccan mahseer. just waiting for a green signal from u guys.


regards
Manish

Interesting!