Hauling the Fish Locker Lobster and Crab pots May 2023 | The Fish Locker

[@brucemckean2848]

Filming style: a no-brainer, John. The style where the pots come easy and are full. So stiay with the original.

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. I wish I’d thought of that. 🤣🦀🦞

[@vinnieleader]

Hi John, another cracking trip out. The thing that bothers me is if someone is prepared to haul your pots, then they will have taken undersized crabs and Lobsters. Thank you again for a great day out.

[@highlandcattlefarm6930]

You are so knowledgeable and smart

[@TheFishLocker]

I don’t know about that, I’m just sharing what I love doing.

[@danbaxter2599]

On top of being illegal (I would imagine) to harvest someone else's catch, it is so extremely disrespectful. I can't even imagine being that way. I'm glad you don't let it get to you much and keep your attitude so positive. You and the whole Fish Locker family bring an incredible amount of happiness, knowledge, and general positivity in the world and I truly look forward to your uploads. I appreciate you

[@TheFishLocker]

Getting bent out of shape on anger wouldnt help me in any way, it would just ruin my day.

[@jkasaunder228]

@@TheFishLocker As Bobby McFerrin said, Don't worry, Be happy.

[@charleigh195]

Couldn’t put it better myself Dan ,thankfully John is a good guy.

[@johnsmith-rs2vk]

Thank you great comment .

[@Sammie-Lou-Miss-UK]

@@TheFishLockercould u start using tie wraps to to “lock” the traps shut in the future to try n stop ppl from stealing out of ur traps again?? Xxx

[@parkermate1]

Stay with the standard shot. Great video again.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Mike. 👍🏻

[@heinrichrutten2158]

Best to watch after a Long working day Thank You

[@TheFishLocker]

I hope you enjoyed it 🦞🦀

[@heinrichrutten2158]

@@TheFishLocker yes i did

[@Chazie_]

best fishing content on th web

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you mate.

[@juliedouglas2888]

Both were great.......

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Julie.

[@Sammie-Lou-Miss-UK]

Winner winner Lobster dinner 🦞🦞🦞 xxx

[@TheFishLocker]

Yes yes 🦞

[@cliffbutler9820]

These are my favorite videos. The second angle of the videos are best.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. 😉👍🏻

[@allenhughes867]

Big Effort !!!

[@TheFishLocker]

BIG EFFORT!!

[@christhompson3945]

Best camera angle was the first one

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Chris.

[@leilanejames1948]

everything is fine and ok ❤

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@Paintcan11]

First string angle 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

😉👍🏻

[@lb.9095]

I liked both camera views man, which ever suits the situation best is the one I’d go with🤘🏼

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks mate.

[@Phil144gbp]

Great video again john

[@TheFishLocker]

Cheers Phil.

[@PhreddCrintt]

Some you win and.... Hey Ho! Bad luck about the thieving 'whatname' John but pleased for the family that you got two lobsters. (Yum!!) Your question ref the camera angle..?? I think I still prefer the 'old way' 😉😊. Tight Lines my friend!

[@TheFishLocker]

That’s what I’m hearing from most people Mike. 😉👍🏻

[@kenblackman128]

Glad you managed to get out as my fishing trip got cancelled due to the weather. People who steel from other people's hard work should be ashamed of themselves. Well done with your catches.

[@TheFishLocker]

The weather hasn’t been kind has it!!

[@kenblackman128]

No it hasn't, but hoping to get out tomorrow

[@mstrdiver]

@@TheFishLocker- John - were you able to entice the local dive club to help you recover your missing gear [pots] from last season?

[@christinehodge3608]

Enjoyed this video,

[@timmysaulnier2089]

I've been a lobster fishman 20 years out of Nova Scotia , i really enjoy your videos !

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you Timmy.

[@timmysaulnier2089]

​@The Fish Locker how deep do you usually fish?

[@keithhaynes8079]

Thank you again for the video best wishes to everyone down there.

[@nemmy4871]

Hey John, I never comment on anyones videos but I'll make an exception this time. I live pretty close to you would like to thank you for helping me learn a little extra about fishing, pots and even cooking... Would love to pop by and grab some merch but I'll save it for the shop. Look after yourself!

[@TheFishLocker]

It’s my pleasure mate, and thank you for the comment. Best thing to do about merch is send me a PM on the Fishlocker Fb page. 👍🏻

[@nemmy4871]

Okay boss, I'll drop you a message now. Talk soon!

[@stevenmurgatroyd2850]

See toe rags are at it again John,, another great video .thank you for all your efforts

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure Steven. Any time. 😊👍🏻🦞🦀

[@johnwallis96]

just brill great job love it

[@tobydrewyou]

Sea Pikeys ! Who would have thought .

[@TheFishLocker]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@at7595]

Thanks John! Great show!

[@TheFishLocker]

My pleasure.

[@richardthornhill4630]

Nice catch. two legal lobsters.

[@TheFishLocker]

Perfect. 👍🏻🦞🦞

[@stipojovic5830]

I love to watch your video's. From Holland. I liked your second cameraposition better. I hope that the person that emptied your pods ...... Hope to watch more on the Fishlocker in 5he future

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you for the feedback on camera angles. 😊👍🏻

[@davidwootton683]

Many thanks for sharing this wonderful content with us. The second camera angle is better. Kind regards, and greetings from Africa.

[@richardprescott6322]

Thanks

[@melissapritchett2731]

10 years! Wow!!

[@stephengrange5300]

well done on your 2 lobsters

[@nicholascavie2464]

Another great video John, having gummy shark & chips tonight 4 dinner. Happy catching from AUSTRALIA Nick

[@TheFishLocker]

Enjoy. 😊👍🏻🦈

[@jeffreytofield9764]

Hi for me the second shots are the best I can see into the pots

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@Alucarddraconis]

I am astounded on how upbeat and positive you are when your hard work is stolen right from underneath you. Thank you for putting a bright spot on a dreary day over here.

[@TheFishLocker]

Getting bent out of shape with anger would serve no positive purpose. It would just ruin my day.

[@ANMBCRrule]

I like either angle. Do whatever is easiest on you. Keep up the awesome vids.

[@JohnnyLaps]

Good meal coming soon.Poachers exist mate,nothing we can do.Keep enjoying your craft,and thanks for the content John.We look forward.👍👍 Also John, thank you for returning the close ones.Most fisherman don't not realizing the consequences over time you are a credit to what we love!

[@TheFishLocker]

Folks like that get caught sooner or later.

[@daystatesniper01]

Superb video John ,a pity about the scroats raiding your pots , as you know up here in Gods county we have ways of dealing with this lol

[@TheFishLocker]

Scumbags in every walk of life mate sadly.

[@janicebiddle6882]

I am happy now that nobody got away with that beautiful lobster for you ❤❤❤😊😊😊

[@mikefriend7449]

JOHN ,I WATCHED YOU CATCHING MONK FISH WITH A WINCH, and I wondered if you. Could devise a way of fitting a winch to your boat, I've seen how hard you work pulling the pots up, ?

[@TheFishLocker]

Mike, just consider that I know what I’m doing. 👍🏻😉

[@johnmartin7182]

More awesome content thanks again for your time to do this video big fan of your channel

[@leeforeman3656]

Good afternoon John. Both camera positions work well. I doubt the thieves will be too concerned about the minimum landing sizes, with any luck they might drop themselves in it when the get back to shore. Good pair of lobsters none the less. 👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

People like that get found out mate.

[@stephenking78]

I couldn't find any notable difference. on the camera John, hope your not disappointed. Apologies for forgetting to add it in my first reply .

[@roythompson2472]

John. Would like to see the process of re-baiting and rope sorting prior to shooting the pots. also , are they weighted or anchored in any way to keep them stable on the bottom.

[@TheFishLocker]

Watch the video on how to rig and work pots. All explained. 👍🏻

[@saltyfishing]

Cracking vid again john, your gonna catch them in the act one day

[@duanekennard3298]

I highly suggest you do what I used to do. Instead of a pot I would put a cement block and paint 'Caught you POACHER" on the cement block. Wish I could of seen their face when they pulled it up and read it. Cheers my friend. It's been windy here in Florida too. Had to cancel a few fishing charters on the account of the wind.

[@TheFishLocker]

Weather hasn’t been kind over here either mate.

[@kenjones7782]

Nice one John

[@rarerufus8864]

Another interesting unloading of pots. Your first string camera angle seemed slightly higher and slightly further away compared with the second and third. To my mind it created slightly better viewing but there wasn't that much in it. No doubt you'll decide once you've had a look. Keep up the good work.

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you. I will bare that in mind. That angle would work better only on calm days.

[@mstrdiver]

John - I like how you use the swell to help break the pots free from the bottom and haul them up. Nice little trick to save the back and arms @ 15:30.

[@grracious37]

Look forward to all your videos! It’s interesting to hear our different sayings for things from your friend over the pond🇺🇸

[@moonjumper66]

Hi from brazil...have a good catch.

[@TheFishLocker]

Hi there. 😊🦞

[@Rusty1001]

Would it be possible to show/demonstrate how you bait up the pots. You may have in the past but Ive missed if you have . Many thanks.

[@TheFishLocker]

I’ll show you in a future video. I have shown it in the past also.

[@Douglas.Downing]

My forearms are burning just watching you haul those pots...

[@karloslowry9043]

The 2nd angle ✌️

[@TheFishLocker]

Thank you.

[@franiannarone8196]

People!

[@TheFishLocker]

🤷🏻‍♂️

[@paulmacchiarelli7250]

Some folk always want what they can’t be bothered to gain! First string is better angle. Is this with the max view lens?

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Paul.

[@andysimmosimpsonakaeccentr2837]

Can you see your pot's on your sonar/fishfinder equipment mate

[@TheFishLocker]

When they are off the seabed yes. Otherwise they just look like rocks.

[@andysimmosimpsonakaeccentr2837]

@The Fish Locker thanks for that mate 👍

[@andysmith819]

Great footage, I can express no preference for the camera angle... It always seems perfect to me. 😀

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Andy.

[@cheenythegreat]

I like how you filmed the second string

[@mickeybarrass3625]

Theres always some prats out there isn't there. I could imagine there's some fisherman would use the thieves as bait for sharks if they found out who was nicking from their pots John. Catching the undersized lobsters bodes well for the future though. Hopefully they'll mate and there'll be even more to catch in future years too. I know one thing it wouldnt be me nicking the lobsters because you'd be able to follow the sea sickness trail right to my front door.😂

[@peteshroll143]

first string angle,

[@fredcooper2063]

...Awesome!!! Whats for tea, I wonder?? :-)

[@TheFishLocker]

Chips. 😬👍🏻

[@charleswoolley7077]

The video is incredibly good. Very clear and detailed. Poachers are vile people.

[@robertduthie]

is that a ladder you have installed on the stern of your boat john?

[@TheFishLocker]

Yes for when your swimming/diving.

[@thetattooedangler]

It's good that you don't get crabby about getting robbed, knowing that you can claw it back. It might be enough to tide you over for now, and I'm shore that you'll have your day in the hauls of justice.

[@TheFishLocker]

Getting bent out of shape in anger doesn’t do anything but spoil my day. It doesn’t serve any positive purpose.

[@tomomalley585]

Your old camera view is much better👍

[@soccerstar41]

I wonder is there any kind of gopro or something similar u could put in the pot that started recording when it gets hauled

[@TheFishLocker]

They would just get stolen.

[@soccerstar41]

@@TheFishLocker yeah I might be thinking of something that doesn’t exist to be fair but I had in mind something with a gps tracker. Just a real bugger that people get away with that kind of thing, anyway you handle it better than I think I would. As always love the content and watch every video. Cheers all the best.

[@davidwilkinson333]

You need to boobytrap your pots against those thieving Grockles, John. How about limpet mines? 😁

[@TheFishLocker]

Anyone got any hand grenades going spare?

[@davidwilkinson333]

Barometric alert signal to your phone, then fly your '617 Squadron' drone out with munition of choice on board. 💥😁

[@johnmullin1188]

Hi John I like the 2nd set of red pots are they new lucky coulor for you I hope all the best John 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

They do work very well don’t they.

[@garyulmer259]

I think the first string was the best but they all was good I got to see what you got inside of every pot as you were taken out of them

[@JennyMack]

Nice sailing rig that passed. It's harder for the sailing vessel to turn quickly. I know from experience. I've had both. We used to own a boat that won the Mackinac race back in, I think, in 1918. An antique wooden boat.

[@uglyfrog7263]

Time is catching up Mate!

[@stephenbull8962]

I you have suffered theft from your pots on a number of occasions. I know that there’s not much you can do but you remain calm.I would be lived. Well done mate.

[@TheFishLocker]

Getting bent out of shape in anger doesn’t serve me any positive purpose. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@stephenbull8962]

@@TheFishLocker which shows that you are a far better person👍

[@keithingram4348]

You get some informed TV naturals who can present and entertain like John Locker because they are basically in touch with ordinary people, down to earth and not up their own backsides. It's a very rare quality these days

[@TheFishLocker]

I’m just a dipstick with a GoPro mate. 😉🤣

[@malcolmgreenhill4955]

A good dipstick though lol

[@stephenashton1577]

John i likes the second camera veiw best. Great video as ever. I grew up fishing the coast all the way from Saltburn through to Whitby. Settled in Scotland after a few years serving Queen and country. I would love to get out fishing in the southwest some time.

[@LIAM-zk9kx]

1st strings angle

[@TheFishLocker]

😉👍🏻

[@standup4urrights438]

John, One can only wish that in the cotming season of Grockles,you are out their and catch the Bas****s at it,...😂.

[@moonstarer55]

Fantastic video. It really grinds my gears to see one of yr fleets has been raised and contents stolen. Man oh man shocking. Thanks for taking out and getting some sea time with you.

[@melvjohnson8773]

A good day albeit for one tealeaf, hope they're not going to affect the rest of your season, thanks for sharing John👍🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

Me too mate. If they do I’m going to just stop working the pots.

[@stephrusty3055]

John ,wouldn’t one of those pot lifter on the side help ,leave it off when your fishing clip it on plug in for your pots , that looks a killer mate ,

[@TheFishLocker]

@@stephrusty3055 nothing is that simple mate

[@melvjohnson8773]

@@TheFishLocker I think I would too, but I hope it doesn't get that far, there's not much respect for people or property nowadays, caught two little scumbags messing around with my boat the other day

[@bensully94]

Will you be doing any more collaboration videos with subscribers, say come to north east Wales off the Lyn peninsula in July 😅?

[@TheFishLocker]

We will see what the diary looks like. 👍🏻

[@timothywilliams4089]

In Mumbles, on the Gower coast , I had three mates with strings of pots, and it was customary, almost traditional to lift the other's pots and keep the catch. The 'keep pots' however were out of bounds as these were sold commercially. (I was sworn to secrecy).

[@TheFishLocker]

Sounds a bit dodgy to me.

[@timothywilliams4089]

@@TheFishLocker It was, but they all knew about the game...

[@davevincent5453]

Just to let you know i baught a tee shirt and hoodie, top quality stuff ❤

[@andybonnar7283]

New subscriber here! Love your videos, what a joke about the pot thief, you handled it like a true gentleman! All the best in your future endeavours and I’ll be happy to watch in future.

[@Tommyshark5]

Hi, John nice video again can see your frustration with the pot raider ( robbers ) actions bet they don't care about the legal catch size or take number. ps looking good in your new yellow and blue whalers.

[@TheFishLocker]

I got the oilskins for the pots and the commercial videos. They’re great for working gear with.

[@Tommyshark5]

@@TheFishLocker Good been loving your insights into commercial inshore fishing

[@flashgordon8091]

Hello John, I was wondering if you'd seen the pots with the plastic plate attached onto the bottom with the tyre straps, it stops the crabs and lobbies getting claws through the bottom and getting stuck and potentially losing claws, I used to make pots (window,two eyes and parlour), dying art now though

[@dazlee3257]

Nice one John 👍 2nd angle for me. I'm amazed your pots get left alone as much as they do, definitely a weak opportunist because could only lift the first one 🤣👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Exactly.

[@tammybarnes6670]

Can you put a lock or zip tie on your pot doors to stop the poaching?....love your videos!!

[@jackmchammocklashing224]

John I much prefer your original camera position rather than the new one Regards Jimbo

[@TheFishLocker]

Thanks Jack. 👍🏻

[@-UrbanSurvivor]

Superb stuff John, i think id have more of a chip on my shoulder if i knew people were helping themselves to my pots, but what you gonna do? cant baby sit the pots all week, is a shame though, if they emptied it probably means it had something decent in it, id love you to catch them in the act one day, would love to see that footage lol, thanks for sharing your trip with us mate

[@TheFishLocker]

Yes mate. People like that get greedy and lazy and get caught.

[@ianunderwood9710]

quick question, why does a conger not blow it swim bladder, when it comes from the depths like other fish, or do they.

[@TheFishLocker]

They are better at depressurising themselves.

[@beckyjackson7755]

I think both camera angles are good. Go with what makes a better video according to you. You have a great eye! Glad you got your two lobsters, but sorry someone took that first pot already. Takes all kinds. My best to you and your family!!

[@earlydaysseaangling007]

Another great video john is there anything you can do to stop people lifting your pots

[@TheFishLocker]

Nothing short of sitting on the cliff for 24 hours a day with a rifle.

[@tracktime1196]

The original angle of the dangle is always best John 😂 how's about setting a dummy fleet with no pots but with your buoys every now and then with possibly a notice to the scumbags? A car tyre maybe (about similar weight)

[@TheFishLocker]

Or just a string of rocks? 🤣

[@tracktime1196]

@@TheFishLocker Ahh perfect 🤣 gan on man John that would be hysterical and garenteed to get gums flappin

[@TheFishLocker]

@@tracktime1196 - I’m also on the lookout for some hand grenades. I think that would let me know who was hauling the pots.

[@tracktime1196]

@@TheFishLocker your pretty handy with a toolbox shame you couldn't rig something that would squirt a permanent dye even if you don't get them it will cover their boat 😉

[@JennyMack]

I think most will say the first view. But I like the 2nd, you can see into the pots better.

[@phil7301]

Those red pots seem to perform better than the others, ,most times ,,do you think it's just down to the size ? 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👍

[@TheFishLocker]

And the design for the type of fishing. 😉

[@phil7301]

@@TheFishLocker cheers

[@silentvoid2332]

Just started fishing few months back, I've learnt some useful tips from your channel, keep up the rig tutorials please 😁

[@samscholl1348]

I love watching your channel. I wish we had all that good seafood down here in Texas!

[@andrewoakley4957]

Ha, I'm guessing that the feedback is about 50/50 I think I preferred the original style of camera angle for the 2nd and 3rd strings. Hmmm hand grenade, now there's a thought 😂 You would also be able to hear when they were doing it too!

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. That’s it. The culprit would both make himself known and be dealt his punishment in one swift stroke. 🤣

[@JJ-dt9ko]

Are you carbis bay st Ives Cornwall?

[@TheFishLocker]

No mate.

[@Jimmyfisher121]

Bothe those camera angles work well, and I hope Larry light fingers gets caught, with a small Lobster.

[@insectdude1258]

Have you thought about getting a winch for your boat to lift the pots easier?

[@TheFishLocker]

Just consider that if I do something a certain way it is for a reason. Do you not think if it was a viable option that I wouldn't have thought of it already?

[@maryannefolk1590]

Not sure what the difference is but I like the filming of the second line of pots

[@foylad4862]

Nice vid mate, i know this one is your channel haha. Keep up the good work 👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Haha. The intro is the clue. 😉

[@foylad4862]

@@TheFishLocker lol