Newby disscusions

[Jim_From_Zim]

Hi JfZ

Yes, I launched at the municipal site close to the Suikerbos inflow. I made contact with Eligwe but they will only allow me to launch as a member. To join will cost me in the region or R16 000.00 which is a little steep right now. Yearly fees are affordable though and something that I will consider a little down the line. Abrams Rus is a viable option for me in the short term.

It was a really great experience even though we blanked. I have another boat to test and we will launch a little closer to the Barrage. Again catching a bass will happen, but it is not high on the agenda just yet. Most important is getting the Mrs to bite and so far I am winning.

I also need to fish Bass lake as I believe that it holds some monsters. Petrol motors are not allowed, but I will be using my trawling motor. It is only 48Lb but sufficient to power my boat with comfort. Man, if I can just hook one bass I would die happy.

I am going for my Skippers on May 26, 2018 and will be updating my Flotation. All papers will be in order by the end of the month.

Now these divisionals?  
Are they a spectator sport?
I noticed with the world champs that there where spectators on the river, they just needed to keep their distance.
Even if it is not a spectator sport regarding the river, can one attend the weigh in?
No I am not a stalker, I just learn so much but watching and observing.
And I want to feel the atmosphere, see the preparation and understand what makes you guys tick.

I thought you launched up there. Sorry to say but that area is not the best for every day fishing. 

Holy f*ck - I didnt know Eligwe was so much... I'm sure there are other area's to launch from. Me, I have private facilities so I'm a tad lucky in this instance. 
Try Rapid dawn (its just down from Ahbrams Rus) to see if they allow day visitors. I think they do, call to ask. 

Bass Lake - right now, I wouldn't bother other than to float the boat and wet a line. Best time of the year is September to December. But I could be wrong. 

Divs - sadly its a selfish part of the game. Its only me on the boat that gets to enjoy it (when your catching that is). But you're welcome to potter down the river and watch the guys fishing - just keep 50m distance from them and dont give them info, or pass on their spot to the next chap further up or down. 
You're welcome to the weigh in. This is held at the Emerald Casino on the grass banks section (access can be gain through the gate closest to the NWU facilities, not the main entrance to the casino)
Official weigh in is from 4pm onwards, but most guys start coming in from 15h30 as the tag board closes at 4pm sharp - no one wants to be DQ'd for being late. 
Oh, date's are 21st and 22nd April. 

We typically start around 06h30 or first light, which ever is safer. This could have spectator value if you like watching boats race off into the morning light. Other than that the weigh in station for the whole day is pretty boring to hang around.

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... and my father in law who is 2 years my junior...

I had a good chuckle at this Lloyd: Either you're very lucky - or very talented