Wind-borne Reds
I headed out solo this evening to try my luck on a nearby flat, knowing full well that the wind was cooking at 17 knots or so. Sure enough, the bay was chopped up and ugly, and I considered going home early before spotting a good school of redfish among the waves. I lost two big fish and then landed two thick, copper-sided reds that went back no worse for wear. The school was packed up tight and very aggressive, sending baitfish fleeing as they moved across the flat. I believe they would have hit anything that moved: lures, personal flotation devices, small barnyard animals, you name it. Their raw power was stunning; when they exploded on top they literally knocked the paint off my lures. Epic stuff on a windy evening…and uncanny timing given the latest fishing tip, below.
August 10th, 2010 at 11:22 am
John- been reading your blog for over a year. You do a superb job of blending concise fishing tips, wit and anecdotes backed by obvious experience. And you pair it beautifully with excellent photography. Looking forward to next month…Gordon.
August 19th, 2010 at 1:20 am
Gordon, that means a lot to me. I enjoy offering tips that folks might value, and I hope they never come off as preachy. I still have much to learn myself, which tells me I picked the right hobby. Thank you for the kind comment.