How to catch Pollack and Conger Eels from Wrecks and Reefs

[@danielpetit2186]

Great fisherman! Really knows his stuff, and releases when possible... Great stuff.

[@TheFishLocker]

Daniel Petit - Thankyou Daniel. Yes I do try and release everything that I can, I have no issues with people taking food for the table but it’s just my personal preference. Unless it’s a nice haddock. 😋 Oow I do like haddock. 😆👍🏻🐟

[@MissionaryInMexico]

My friend, this is quickly becoming one of my favorite fishing channels. You're the real deal. Bless you.

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thank you so much, I am just working my way through your comments now. Its great to see you are enjoying the content. :)

[@duncanmit5307]

Nice to see light tackle more of a play in the rod ....back in the day the boat rods was like broom handles ....not been on a boat for years now....so really enjoying your videos...many thanks

[@TheFishLocker]

- I know the rods you mean, 60lb sticks and 80lb mono for catching 10 lb fish.Haha. I love fishing with light spinning rods. Even smaller fish are good fun. :D

[@kieranroberts9119]

I admire your watercraft and knowledge that has clearly been past down generations top fishing mate 👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Kieran Roberts - Thankyou very much. Hopefully these videos go some way to sharing that knowledge with others. All the best Kieren and tight lines 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@kieranroberts9119]

@@TheFishLocker you too mate tight lines indeed 👍

[@farmerbob4554]

Very happy to find your channel. Greetings from a fly fisherman in California.

[@TheFishLocker]

Farmer Bob - Hi Bob and welcome to the channel. I hope you enjoy the rest of our content and all the best. 👍🏻🎣😊🐟

[@rhino5419]

Hello. Another great days fishing. Been away from internet for the last 2 or 3 vids, so catching up. Phones don't like deep mountain valleys. Good health and stay safe.

[@TheFishLocker]

RHINO 54 - Cool. You have a few to catch up on then. You been away for business or pleasure?

[@rhino5419]

@@TheFishLocker Hello. Hiking in the Vosges mountains in north east France. Supposed to be for pleasure but i ache all over. Lol.

[@TheFishLocker]

RHINO 54 - Haha. Vacations leave you one of two ways. Fitter or fatter. 🤣😛

[@mrstephenthomas100]

You make it look so blooming easy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Great to watch, thank you.

[@TheFishLocker]

Stephen Thomas - Haha. I can assure you, it’s often far from easy. 🤣 Glad you liked the vid. Tight lines. 👍🏻🎣

[@rogerbrowne5694]

Just discovered your site - I love it. I subscribe to a few others like TAF and Fisherman's Life from the US. You are very knowledgeable and seem like a nice guy. I'm a miserable old git and get irritated by background mood music and arty-farty camera shots. Keep right on...

[@TheFishLocker]

Roger Browne - Haha. Those things annoy me to. Does that mean I’m a miserable old git too. 🤣👍🏻🐟 Tight lines mate. 🎣

[@johnsteel6008]

Just found your channel tonight, absolutely love it. I'd love to be able to go foraging like that every few weeks, what you're doing here though I could live with staying away from. Big guy little boat and all that, they've never felt right.

[@johnsteel6008]

That being said, it'd be nice to be able to find a fish that fights back, the fight is half the fun after all and little catfish and bass that don't get longer than my forearm just don't cut it anymore.

[@TheFishLocker]

John Staehle - I’m glad you enjoy the videos John. We are just sharing what we love doing. The small boat fishing is something I really enjoy. And you are right the small fish don’t really “pull back” but challenging yourself to catch different species and all solo adds another level to it. Have you seen the tuna video?

[@johnsteel6008]

@@TheFishLocker Not yet, not yours at least. I have seen others fight big tuna though. I heard a rumor that sometimes they fight so hard that the excess heat from it partially cooks the flesh. Also, I really must compliment you on replying to comments on even older videos so quickly. It's very rare, and I have to say I like it.

[@TheFishLocker]

John Staehle - Thank you John, and yes tuna if the fight isn’t heavy enough and the fish aren’t recovered properly it can really damage them. I try to get back to everyone, I figure if you can take the time to write a proper comment, I will try to find the time to reply. I do miss the odd one but try my best. 👍🏻

[@Bobo-id7sf]

I just found this channel today and easily one of my favorites already I can’t wait for more content

[@TheFishLocker]

Bobo - Thats great to hear Bobo and welcome to the channel. I hope you enjoy the rest of the content and any questions just give me a comment. 😉👍🏻🎣🐟

[@SD-rs6qn]

Great video. I would give anything to be out on the water during these times. Tight lines!

[@TheFishLocker]

- I know a lot of people that feel the same. Its difficult isn't it.

[@terryclarke7101]

Bloody great video , its better than any TV show I,ve ever watched on fishing ....

[@TheFishLocker]

Glad you enjoyed it Terry thanks for watching 👍🏽

[@anthonytrolley5573]

Great to watch , fished the bay most of my life love it , keep fishing and making great videos.

[@TheFishLocker]

- There is some great fishing to be had isn't there. :)

[@tylersherrill4366]

HAHAHAHA you yelling at the seagulls got me! I was sitting here thinking wow I'm surprised he hasn't lost it yet and then you screamed lol. Made my day man!

[@TheFishLocker]

Like yabbering kids. 🤣

[@robilon]

You got me hooked on your videos! You have yourself a subscriber in Croatia. :)

[@TheFishLocker]

robilon - Welcome to the channel. I’m glad you’re enjoying the content. Hopefully there’s some videos on here you enjoy. 😉🎣👍🏻

[@nomad7412]

That's my fishing excitement done for today lol. Thanks for letting me hang out with you for a while. Appreciate what you're doing. Must be damned frustrating having a huge fish on the line and losing it along with tackle. It certainly can be expensive at times, especially when working with lures 'cause they're not cheap. The local fish market sells all kinds of fish heads, carcasses etc. Spoilt for choice. Looking forward to getting out. Have fun John.;)

[@TheFishLocker]

Nomad - Aye mate. It’s a bit annoying to say the least. I’m more upset about losing the fish that any tackle. But wrecking is snaggy business. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Hopefully we’ll get out again soon for a trip. 😬👍🏻🎣

[@nomad7412]

@@TheFishLocker Cheers mate. Hope the next one's not sooo painful, but as you say, it a snaggy business. Looking forward to the next trip out with you.

[@TheFishLocker]

Nomad - Thanks mate. Hopefully the mackerel are back in the bay soon. Need to get some chum made up. 😉🎣

[@nomad7412]

@@TheFishLocker I've never had the need or know even, how to make a GOOD chum mix ( burly ? ) Maybe a video on this sometime,.

[@TheFishLocker]

Nomad - Haha. Everyone has their own “secret mix” I might give a little demo. We’ll see how the summers sharking goes. 😛

[@belzebubbybear]

your calm demeanor is meditative

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thank you very much Simon. I am glad that we can bring you some peace. :)

[@abitwooabitwah5594]

Honestly best on KZbin definitely deserve your own channel on tv if robson green gets one you definitely deserve one

[@TheFishLocker]

ABiTwoo ABiTwah - Haha. Robson Green. 🤦🏻‍♂️ I’m really glad you’re enjoying the vids mate. Fingers crossed for some fine weather for more vids. 😬👍🏻🎣🐟

[@illuminousbrown333]

I’d rather watch this lad than Robson green...a hell of a lot less annoying

[@TheFishLocker]

Illuminous Brown - I am so glad to hear you say that. 🤣🤣

[@150rents]

i agree so much better than robson green quality keep up the good vids

[@TheFishLocker]

laurance moseley - Thanks Laurance. 👍🏻🎣😆

[@leegarner6013]

Brilliant video John, keep them coming just like the fish! Tight lines

[@TheFishLocker]

Lee Garner - Thanks Lee. I’ll do my best. 😬👍🏻🎣

[@grahamallen3941]

Great video again John. Many thanks. Looking forward to the next one! All the best Graham

[@TheFishLocker]

Graham Allen - Thankyou Graham. Hoping to make the most of this nice weather and get some fishing done!! Fingers crossed and there will be a video or two. 🤞🏻👍🏻😉🎣

[@barbaraverdoorn9076]

Oh my gosh. I have been terrified by eels & octopus since I was a little bitty kid! Can't believe you caught one! 😱

[@TheFishLocker]

Barbara Verdoorn - Hi Barbara, why are you scared of octopus? I think they’re so interesting!!

[@barbaraverdoorn9076]

@@TheFishLocker It's really weird. When I was in Kindergarten I had a terrible dream I still remember to this day. I even wrote about it in school! I dreamt I was in a plane crash over the ocean, I died, & Octopus' ate me. Seriously! I can still see parts of that dream! But I was an adult in my dream & then I came back to this family. I know it's weird, but it honestly happened. I can't even look at them without fear.

[@TheFishLocker]

Barbara Verdoorn - Wow. How crazy! I can understand fear of sharks and things because that’s just self preservation. But that is a new one for me. Thanks for sharing. 😊👍🏻🎣

[@sherbert500]

vids getting better and better,thoroughly enjoyed that!

[@TheFishLocker]

stinking polecat - Thankyou very much. Glad you enjoyed it. Seem to have upset a few folks somehow though? 🤷🏻‍♂️👍🏻🎣

[@glennashton1015]

Fantastic video really enjoyed watching some cracking good fish and very informative as regards technique and bait presentation

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thank you Glen Im glad you enjoyed it. I try and keep all of my vids to that type of format. Simple, straight forward honest fishing. We have just started up a new sister channel called The Fishlocker Workshop where we will be covering more of the behind the scenes stuff and new projects. Please give it a sub if you get chance. :)

[@carlo5608]

Nice video. Great detail on how the conger gets stuck and the grating feeling on the line. Always a dilemma what to do

[@TheFishLocker]

Carol Woulfe - Thankyou very much. Yes it’s one of those things where it’s hard to explain but if you’ve ever been there you know what it’s like. Win some lose some. 🤷🏻‍♂️ Glad you enjoyed the video. Tight lines. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@debbiep99]

Loved watching this! Well done. Relaxing to watch but with a wealth of information.

[@TheFishLocker]

Liz P - Thankyou very much Liz. My aim is always to hopefully share some knowledge and information with every video. I am glad you are finding them good viewing. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@MrPhilbrooke]

Fascinating stuff John. 10 /10. Phil, Manchester. I'm really enjoying your vids.

[@TheFishLocker]

phil brooke - Glad to hear it mate. Are there any in particular you are liking most? 👍🏻🎣🛥

[@gabrielcristiandelaprada4082]

Conger cooked correctly is absolutely delicious,good catch

[@TheFishLocker]

- I must have never had it cooked correctly then.Haha.

[@caludio]

I have been fishing Conger Eels in Italy for years (they are called "Grongo"), and the best catches barely resembles the ones from this video :D The way you place the bait is genius and never occurred to us! The smell of those eels though! I can still smell it... hideous :/ They are only good in soups (and hard to kill those beasts). Thank you for your videos, man, I love them and I love your passion and your fairness with those beautiful animals.

[@TheFishLocker]

- I really enjoy fishing for conger eels on wrecks, we have some great videos showing eels on our channel. Up to around the 50lb mark I think. I am glad you are finding the videos informative. All the best and have a great day. :)

[@TheFishLocker]

Claudio Cicali - Here’s a good one for you. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bKjapY2FfsqEodU

[@stevied8855]

Hi John, This was an excellent video. Probably your best yet, for me anyway. Lots of info there and well filmed. Cheers, Steve in Fife.

[@TheFishLocker]

Stevie D - Thanks Stevie. Really pleased you like it mate. Just having a bit of a mixed day. Hopefully the fishing will keep getting better as the coming weeks unfold. 👍🏻🎣😬🛥

[@trampster7306]

Another great video John - some lovely Pollack there! I was laughing at you saying "I might have a customer" - we used to go drifting for Plaice just off the beach at Bantham in South Devon, and if my mate thought he had hooked something, he used to shout "We have any enquiry here" at the top of his voice so as all of the tourists on the beach could hear him!! He was a huge Monty Python fan & was forever shouting out quotes from them too!

[@TheFishLocker]

Trampster - Haha. He sounds like a good laugh to fish with. 🤣

[@trampster7306]

@@TheFishLocker He was! I decided that I would treat myself to a new Penn boat rod & reel - 4 days later, looking forward to the weekend's fishing trip, he phoned to say his Dad had decided the mooring had got too expensive so they had sold the boat! That was the last time I went boat fishing, probably 15 years or more ago! New rod & reel still in the cupboard!

[@TheFishLocker]

Trampster - What?! 😆😆 That’s a crime in itself. Get yourself on a charter and get that rod bent over ASAP!! 😛

[@trampster7306]

@@TheFishLocker Only just remebered to catch up with this thread - I think the Penn rod & reel will eventually go up for sale to cover the cost of my new continental beachcaster & reel. Enough rods here (including my old boat rod) to set up a shop! Whilst your launch point is a little bit of a trek from here on the border, feel free to give us a shout if you're ever in need of a deck hand or some company! 👍😂😂

[@erikbogerman2048]

Eric the fish?

[@jackcameback]

I have no idea about half the terms you talk about with your fishing rigs, but the vids are a joy to watch, I'm hooked :-) :-) :-) LOL

[@TheFishLocker]

jackcameback - Which parts are you struggling with Jack, if I can explain I will. 👍🏻🎣🐟

[@RicTic66]

Yay! Another video I hadn't seen. 👍😊. I can tell because the 'thumb' hasn't turned blue and so far there hasn't been a video I haven't liked. 🐟🎣.

[@TheFishLocker]

RicTic66 - Haha. That’s wicked. We do have over 100 vids on this channel so there should be a good few you haven’t seen yet. 😊👍🏻

[@MightyGlowSheep]

your videos are very calming thank you

[@TheFishLocker]

- It is our pleasure Karolina. Have a great day. :)

[@martincorcoran8263]

John, love everything you do,honestly you are better than most guys on tv.so much info it's unreal.Tight lines and keep doing what you do,from Cork in ireland.😀😀😀

[@TheFishLocker]

Martin Corcoran - Thankyou very much Martin. That really is fantastic praise. 😊 I am thrilled that people are finding the videos informative and helpful. That means they were worth doing. 😉👍🏻🎣🐟 Tight lines.

[@philipshaw5715]

Another great vid John. Just the fishing I'm doing Sunday and weds . 😉🐟🎣🦈

[@TheFishLocker]

Philip Shaw - Nice small tides for the conger this weekend. Best of luck mate. 😬👍🏻🎣🐟

[@garymurray4878]

Great video again John, really enjoyable nice one 👍👍👍🎣🎣🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

gary murray - Thankyou Gary. Tight lines mate. 😬👍🏻🎣🐟

[@richardpriestley8450]

Hi John Great video as always.Nearest I ever got to that was I caught an Eel in the Swan Pool on a bit of cheese from my sandwich while the wife & kids were on the beach at Falmouth 40 years ago.Ps one Yorkie to another Mrs.Locker sounds a bit posh for you!

[@TheFishLocker]

- She does doesn't she. Did well for myself there ;)

[@richardpriestley8450]

@@TheFishLocker Hi John,Joking apart you have a lovely family & a great sense of humour.Keep well & steer away from all this mess.Add in personal column of Anging Times from years ago - 'Angler seeks female partner.Must be interested in fishing & have own boat.Please send photograph-----of boat!'

[@bloodberrett]

Feel like this is the primitive technology youtuber but in ocean form. Very relaxing

[@TheFishLocker]

- Keep it simple, keep it fun. I am glad that you enjoy our content. Best wishes and stay safe. :)

[@zw5509]

Pollack is one of my favorite eating fish, that and Saithe, Coalfish to you Southerners! Ever eat Conger? Used to save a smaller one to jelly, very tasty! Always enjoy the show!

[@TheFishLocker]

Z Worm - Haha. Southerners. They’re called Coalie and Billet in the North east!! I enjoy pollack aswell but Haddock is my favourite I think. 😉👍🏻 Tried conger once. Won’t be trying it twice.lol

[@davywalker8538]

@@TheFishLocker I'm guessing Hartlepool/Middlesbrough by your accent

[@TheFishLocker]

Davy Walker - Close. Grew up around Whitby area. 👍🏻🎣

[@JDK73772]

Love you videos. Just a down to earth guy fishing.

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thankyou John. That is exactly how I wanted our videos to be, no fuss, no messing about plugging endless brands - just fishing!!

[@JDK73772]

@@TheFishLocker Also love that you include your family. Not many video makers do!

[@TheFishLocker]

John Kelly - What’s better than sharing what you love with the people you love? It’s just common sense to me. I’m happiest when fishing with the Mrs of the little lad. Even when they’re beating me. 🤣👍🏻🎣🐟

[@Verminterminator]

Great video as always John....

[@TheFishLocker]

Giles Killinger - Thanks bud. Not the best conditions offshore but managed to get a couple of fish out. 😉👍🏻🎣🐟

[@zekefishy798]

I can smell fish and chips John lol. Another cracking session.

[@TheFishLocker]

Zeke Fishy - ‘Twas delicious. 😬 Thanks mate. Hopefully the weather stays nice for the next couple of weeks. We’ll get amongst some more fish. 😉👍🏻🎣

[@zekefishy798]

@@TheFishLocker fingers crossed weather will stay calm here too, fishing is getting better so more fishing action soon. Stay safe and tight lines!

[@kr1886]

I'm not a fisherman and never will be but I found that interesting, ta very much!

[@TheFishLocker]

K R - That is great to hear. I hope you find our other videos as interesting. All the best. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟🦞

[@donnaowen5953]

Thank you always informative and entertaining!

[@TheFishLocker]

Donna Owen - It is my pleasure Donna. I am glad you enjoyed the video. 😊👍🏻🎣

[@frosty-hi5jf]

Thanks for another great video John, more great tips given as usual. Some cracking fish caught too👍hope you didn't get too much of a cussing from 'TheBoss' hahaha 🤣👍🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

frosty 1971 - Thanks mate. No she was ok. She knew what she was in for when she married me. My “I’m going fishing be back at this time...” she knows that’s never going to be an exact time. 😛

[@mikebermudez3746]

Hope to fish there some day! Love your posts!!👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Mike bermudez - Thankyou Mike. Tight lines. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@periesicsd]

You sure went to the hairdresser with your big bait! Another great video!

[@TheFishLocker]

- Haha. Thank you. 😁

[@IOMFishing]

Ha ha, catching doggies on worm meant for a flatty could be my super power, glad I'm not the only one! Great wreck session though 👍. Forgot to mention, if you've got a GPS then you've got an accurate clock 😀

[@TheFishLocker]

IOM Fishing - There probably is somewhere inside the menu on the GOS now you mention it.haha. Never taken to look and didn’t think at the time. 🤦🏻‍♂️😆👍🏻🎣

[@dodgybodger3124]

Great post pal. Ya was a bit stressed on this one. Maybe the fish felt it. Happy fisherman, happy fish. Food for thought. 👍 ✌

[@TheFishLocker]

Dodgy bodger ! - Haha. I think you’re thinking too much into it mate. Just difficult conditions and whining jabbering seagulls in my ear.lol. I’m a chilled out, laid back guy. Honest. 😉😛👍🏻🎣

[@davidbooth1100]

cracking video again John, some nice fish there.

[@TheFishLocker]

David Booth - Thanks David. Saw a pic of you on fb. Nice shirt 😉😛

[@davidbooth1100]

you sure it was me John, a don't do f'b, unless a mate put it on.

[@TheFishLocker]

David Booth - Haha. Pretty sure. Wearing a Hawaiian shirt drinking out of what looked like a golden glitter ball.🤣🤣🤣

[@davidbooth1100]

Definitely not me John.

[@TheFishLocker]

David Booth - Haha. How strange, I’ve just searched for it and it’s a friend of mine has posted a picture saying something like “just a quiet drink with Mr Booth” I figured it might have been you. Haha. Mistaken identity mate.

[@dogfishdaveharmonica7258]

Very enjoyable viewing, looking forward to the next one already 👍🏽

[@TheFishLocker]

Dogfish Dave - Thanks Dave. Still working at building the playlists so there may be a few short ones midweek. Hopefully get chance to go fishing soon for some more longer vids. 👍🏻🎣 Have you any requests?

[@dogfishdaveharmonica7258]

The Fish Locker no particular requests John, liking the content as it is coming out. You’re doing a fine job mate

[@TheFishLocker]

Dogfish Dave - Thanks Dave. Hoping to build on all of the playlists this summer so we’ll cross our fingers for some good fishing. 👍🏻🎣

[@ryanperkins6699]

Get John his own tv show already love the videos 👍🏻

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thanks mate. 😊

[@Whitegos]

Nice vid John some great tips.

[@TheFishLocker]

Whitegos - Thanks mate. Glad you enjoyed it. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@coyevets]

Great videos John. Should be on the discovery channel! Saw you’re from Whitby. Had some great wreck trips out of there aboard the Enterprise (skipper Tony something) in the late 90’s. Need to get back to sea fishing. Loved your tips on catching razor clams btw!

[@TheFishLocker]

Stephen Coyle - Hi Stephen, Thankyou very much. Who knows, maybe in the future we might get onto the big screen. 😉 Yes I grew up in Whitby, I don’t remember that boat but then again I’m only in my early 30’s so was a bit young then. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos and yes, you need to get back into sea fishing. 😊🎣🐟🛥

[@A_New_Yorker_Lost_In_Florida]

awesome day with ya! THANKS for taking us along! 🤙🤙🤙 ...[and thank u for the sounds of nature 😊 im not a fan of music mixed with fishing ..I know its me own dumb opinion ,... but thank u ...

[@TheFishLocker]

frank GFish ferrante - No problem at all Frank. I know what you mean, I prefer to avoid using soundtracks unless the wind noise renders the clip unusable. It’s isn’t to everyone’s tastes but I think it all adds to the atmosphere. 🤷🏻‍♂️😊👍🏻🎣

[@kellyglen7909]

Your a brilliant fisherman 💯👍🏼

[@TheFishLocker]

Kelly Glen - Thankyou very much, I prefer to think of myself as lucky 😉 Just sharing what I love doing. 😊👍🏻🐟

[@mrkey6523]

Another great sesh man... mate... wedding ring AND phone?!?!!!....damn... those nagging gulls are possibly a prerequisite! ;-)) ...well maybe we'll all hang in there for the next vid eh!

[@TheFishLocker]

Mr Key - Haha. I think they just wanted to be on KZbin?haha. My wife is very good about stuff like that. If it had just been the wedding ring she may have asked questions.lol. 🤣 Tight lines mate. 😬👍🏻🎣🐟

[@Viking-cs1fv]

Quality video mate, keeping me entertained while I'm in Iraq. Can't wait to get back so I can get out, only thing I'll catch here is sunburn 😂. Looking forward to more videos mate, keep up the good work!

[@TheFishLocker]

Viking 1689 - Glad you enjoyed it mate. Hopefully there’ll be some more decent videos soon. Keep your pecker up and stay safe. 😉👍🏻🎣

[@Viking-cs1fv]

@@TheFishLocker cheers mate, looking forward to them 👍

[@LauraDawn11]

Hi John...great vids ..keep them coming ...if you ever fancy coming to oban in Scotland..youre more than welcome on my boat to fish for common skate and spur dogs etc.👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

oban fisher - 😀 Thankyou very much. I’ve been to Oban a couple of times actually. Fished with Roger Eaton a few years back and fished with Kev Mckie out of Croabh Marina this year. I’d love to get amongst it all again. Please send me a PM to the Fishlocker fb page and we can exchange details. 👍🏻🎣😉🛥

[@romasfisherman5386]

Nice video john 👍👍👍

[@TheFishLocker]

Romas fisherman - Thankyou very much. 👍🏻🎣😬

[@yaacovr]

Would love to see how you cook 'em up as well. Just like on your shore cook-up.

[@TheFishLocker]

Yaacov Rabinowitz - We have plans for that in the near future. Not really possible in a gale of wind on a night though. 😉🎣🍽

[@stephenasbridge878]

What a load of Pollocks...brilliant vid. Subbed.

[@TheFishLocker]

Stephen Asbridge - Brilliant. Welcome to the channel Stephen. Hopefully there will be a few more vids on here that you will enjoy. Tight lines. 👍🏻🎣🐟😉

[@diesel_dawg]

I'd be yelling at the gulls too. lol

[@TheFishLocker]

Diesel Dawg - Haha. They’re like whining kids aren’t they. 😫

[@rabbitleader2307]

Absolutely outstanding. Thank-you!

[@TheFishLocker]

Mousehole Fish - Thankyou very much. Glad you enjoyed the video. If this is your type of video I have a few more on the channel you may like? Tight lines. 😬👍🏻🎣🛥🐟

[@jones7454]

Brilliant video with plenty of fish.....The seagulls know it too....

[@TheFishLocker]

- Blooming noisy beggars!! haha. Thanks Owan, take it easy mate.

[@patrickbuxey4940]

Hi, another very informative video, thank you. What is the name of the trace you use to catch sand eels, couldn't quite make it out? Have you ever fished in the sound of Jura?

[@TheFishLocker]

Hi Patrick, SABIKIS are what I used for the sandeels. Yes I have fished the sound of Jura. I did a charter up there last year for Skate.

[@phillgallon3841]

Always a great vid now I know what I had on me rod on me kayak weather permitting am out tomorrow

[@TheFishLocker]

Phill Gallon - Thanks Phill. Good luck for today then mate. Let me know how you get on. 😀👍🏻🎣🐟

[@chopperhehehe]

Nice one that gul was nippy. Mineminemine llf I was gutted when it the line broke 👍👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿😁✌️

[@TheFishLocker]

chopperhehehe - Haha. You and me both mate. But that’s what happens from time to time. Win some lose some. 🤷🏻‍♂️ I’ll get it next time. 😉😬🎣🐟

[@FlowerofDissolution]

When you went to refresh that bait, the Pouting head, those stalking seagulls immediately took flight and moved closer to the boat. Lazy bums not catching their own fish. :D

[@TheFishLocker]

FlowerofDissolution - Haha. True scavengers aren’t they!! Noisey blooming scavengers. 😆👍🏻🎣

[@1994cjay]

Enjoy watching your videos. I also small boat fishing in north east .was wondering why you have no back up outboard just in case 😊

[@TheFishLocker]

1994cjay - Hi there CJ, I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. I have had an aux outboard fitted before but found it effected the balance of the boat to much and I didn’t like how it handled. It is safer to have a secondary engine I agree, but just my personal experience with this boat. Where abouts in the northeast? 👍🏻🎣😀

[@1994cjay]

@@TheFishLocker hi mate fish off Sunderland. South shields. Also sometimes tow the boat to south west Scotland stay safe 😁

[@chriscourt7816]

Great Video. I agree about the spare engine its a real pain does upset the balance of the boat. I have a built in sealed locker at the front Port side that I fill with water that balances the boat up. I fish out of Filey and its rough ground with some big tidal flows and a lot of crab pots to dodge so a spare engine is essential but a pain..Love your videos and even though I have shore fished and boat fished for may years I have learned some useful stuff from your videos. Keep them coming.

[@TheFishLocker]

chris Court - Thankyou very much Chris. That does sound like a good solution to your balance issue. I know the Filey area a bit from when I used to live up in Whitby. Great coastline. 😉👍🏻🎣🐟

[@chriscourt7816]

Filey has fantastic fishing and as its a beach launch its difficult for visiting anglers to boat fish so it never too crowded. Its not all about the Cod anymore we get some big Pollock, Thornback Rays are now in good numbers and decent sizes ( my pb is 12lbs) and there is some good Bass fishing. I saw your video where you had seen the Blue Fin Tuna. I never realised that they were back in those sort of numbers again. Its a Shame you cant fish for them..Tight lines..

[@hammerstoneartifacts4986]

When you threw the spent bait over the side....I knew the gulls were going to start whining even louder. Rookie mistake!😊

[@TheFishLocker]

Hammerstone Artifacts - Haha. I don’t mind feeding the Fulmars.

[@NCRRanger7753]

Those birds sound like mewing kittens lol.

[@TheFishLocker]

- They sound annoying is what they sound like. :P

[@MissionaryInMexico]

I have a friend who I started following when he had 100 subs and went fishing at lunch and after work and posted his videos. He, like you, made clean, family friendly videos with no cursing. In one year, he had over 100,000 subs, and he visits the Amazon in Colombia, and other states and countries. You should visit his channel, Ty PigPatrol, and I'll go over now and tell him to visit your channel. I'd love to see a collaboration between the two of you. You guys are two peas in a pod.

[@TheFishLocker]

- Ty Pigpatrol. Now that I have searched for him I recognise some of his thumbnails. He catches some incredible fish!!! Subbed without hesitation!! :)

[@MissionaryInMexico]

@@TheFishLocker Thank you for your military service!

[@TheFishLocker]

Cristos Palabras - It is my pride and pleasure sir.

[@MissionaryInMexico]

@@TheFishLocker I'm so glad that the UK takes care I their troops who serve. I worked from laterally with a lot of them (and competed against them at the 2ATAF Track and Field Championships at Warendorf, Germany) and the way you guys get rewarded for military service AFTER THE FACT is the best in the world. The USA could take some lessons.

[@harambejones8914]

Hi john great video, I was just wondering whether you can only catch eel and dogfish over wrecks

[@harambejones8914]

Because I don’t know where any wrecks are near Porthleven

[@TheFishLocker]

Harambe Jones - You can catch eels on reefs and rough ground. Which there is plenty of near Porthleven, there are also plenty of wrecks. The Lizard and mounts bay is littered with them. 😉👍🏻🎣🛥

[@rogerking9186]

THE BEST I HAVE SEEN TO DATE GREAT

[@TheFishLocker]

Roger King - Amazing to hear. I hope you enjoy the rest of our content. 😊👍🏻🐟🎣

[@superior2u]

Where do all the wrecks come from? Seems like an interesting thing to read up on.

[@TheFishLocker]

- The Cornish coast is very rugged and filled with shipwrecks from both accidental nautical loss and military sinking during the wars. Areas like the Manacles reef are littered with shipwrecks. Give it a google. ;)

[@superior2u]

@@TheFishLocker I realize that's probably a silly question to ask of someone who lives in a country with such a naval tradition but I was curious, so I did give it a google! A lot of interesting results, The Manacles definitely came up. For some reason I thought shipwrecks didn't last as long as they do, especially some of those much older wooden vessels. I suppose you'd think that sailing was much safer these days but it's really not, is it? I mean, the ocean isn't taking any safe boating courses! I'd be really interested in seeing some more underwater footage of these wrecks you're fishing, those vids with the eels were amazing.

[@TheFishLocker]

Ashton - The only issue with filming a lot of the wrecks I fish is they are very deep. Too deep for your every day divers and there isn’t a lot of light down there so videos aren’t easy. I have tried.

[@grant1133]

I like the way you just lean in to the camera , it's like being on the boat with you , though with the wind at the end I'm glad I wasn't.

[@TheFishLocker]

grant1133 - Thanks Grant. It was an unusual feeling and quite difficult to get used to as first. I wanted to talk to the camera like it was a friend who was there fishing with me. So I’m glad if it comes across like that. 😊🎣

[@stephdacosta]

I was wondering, you mentioned in one of your lobster pot videos you were only allowed to land 2 lobsters when un licensed. What are the rules for fishing for fish such as you at today?

[@TheFishLocker]

Steph da Costa - You can catch and retain as many fish as you like providing they are for personal consumption only and above minimum landing size. 😊🎣🐟🍽

[@mrfixit2788]

Make it look so easy. I guess it does help if you fish in waters with plenty of fish.

[@TheFishLocker]

- You can only catch what is there. 👍🏻😉

[@mrfixit2788]

@@TheFishLocker On the East coast. Orford Island used to be the mark.

[@michaelbird3226]

Great video once again, some lovely fish you caught there well done. What a way to start an argument ....you forgot your wedding ring but you didn't forget the fishing gear ...get the priorities right lmao.

[@TheFishLocker]

Michael Bird - Haha. My priorities were 100% packed the night before and double checked.lol. 😉👍🏻🎣

[@dodgsr2009]

I got out for a spin in my new 520 today. 30 Yamaha on it. I got 19.8 knots with 1 passenger and 13 with 2. Just wondering if yours performs better with the fins john?

[@TheFishLocker]

GameGuyScrub - Mine is roughly the same. If not slightly slower. Not that I ever run at max speed.haha. Too tight on fuel. 😛

[@dodgsr2009]

@@TheFishLocker grand boat.

[@rogerking9186]

THIS GUY IS 100% NO BULLSHIT AS IT SHOULD BE AFTER 60 YEARS AS A FISHERMAN STILL CAN WATCH THIS

[@TheFishLocker]

Roger King - 😊 That’s great to hear Roger. All of our videos are that way. No fluff no secrets no drama. Just sharing what we love. 💙🎣🐟🦀🦞

[@gemma-mueller]

Love your videos hope to see more soon. Where is it you fish have you tried Scotland?

[@TheFishLocker]

its gemmamueller - I fish mainly around the South West and Cornwall. But I do travel around. I have fished up in Scotland a few times yes. 😬👍🏻🎣

[@tommueller8780]

@@TheFishLocker Gemma caught her first fish over the last few weekends on the shores of the Clyde. You've certainly given her alot of inspiration, she's certainly hooked! Plus you can't beat time with your kids doing something you all love. Keep up the super work 👍🐟🐙

[@joycehennequin8469]

Wow John you know your stuff,have you ever broken a rod while bringing a fish in! 🌱🌱🌱💕

[@TheFishLocker]

- Have you seen the Skate fishing video? haha.

[@normanrossiter7996]

I’ve only just found your videos I’m well impressed.. can I ask what size is your boat I’m thinking of getting back on the water. Cheers Norm

[@TheFishLocker]

- Hi Norman, firstly thank you very much and welcome to our channel. I hope you enjoy working your way through our content. The boat I have is an Orkney 520 and is 16ft long. I have some vids aimed at the boat owner in the playlist "Small boat owner/User" All the best and tight lines. ;)

[@MrCrossyTV]

Cracking vids and very informative, subbed and hit that bell, cant wait for the next one and will go through your archive. Shared your channel on my discord should get a few more subs.

[@TheFishLocker]

MrCrossyTV - Thats amazing Thankyou very much. 😊👍🏻🎣 All the very best 😊

[@craig1lengyel]

Great video! Have you tried using circle hooks so they dont get gut hooked? Cheers for the USA

[@TheFishLocker]

Craig from CT - Circle hooks don’t work with conger eels due to the subtle way they take the baits and swim. But fishing for pollack etc circles can work very well. 👍🏻🎣🐟

[@jeffwatts4264]

great tips mate ,thanks

[@TheFishLocker]

Jeffrey Watts - No problem Jeffrey, I’m glad you enjoyed the video and hope it was useful to you. 👍🏻🎣😉🐟

[@lefty940]

great video i thought you had a cat on board for a minute lol

[@TheFishLocker]

lefty940 - Blooming seagulls. Noisey beggars!!🤦🏻‍♂️😫

[@Neil.W]

I didn't want that one to end! Re' forgetting your mobile, maybe keep a cheap digital watch in the cabin, just incase? £3.99 Casio watch, batteries last forever!

[@TheFishLocker]

Neil.W - Conditions weren’t great but managed a few fish out. Hopefully there’ll be some better conditions for longer vids in the coming weeks. 😉👍🏻🎣 As for the mobile. I use it more for taking pictures than telling the time. I won’t forget it again. 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@13c11a]

Great video!

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thank you.

[@lesdunn736]

Dear John and Family, Lovely Job. Would you do a conger, catch and cook please. Another fish that is returned without a second look. Are they good to eat? Are they good bait? Bait for pot And bait for hook. I am curious. Thank you kindly X X

[@TheFishLocker]

- We have eaten conger before and do not like it. In my opinion they are pot bait or best returned. 😊

[@jamesbowling8064]

Great video mate. just interested to ask, would you show us some Garfish fishing from your boat? Possibly light tackle spinning/float fishing etc. Anyways tight lines🎣

[@TheFishLocker]

James Bowling - Definitely. When the weather improves I’ll do that no problem. 👍🏻🎣

[@fitzbarbel]

Great stuff as usual mucker.

[@TheFishLocker]

- Thanks Russel. All the best and tight lines mate. ;)

[@ComputerGuyAndy]

I guess you'd need to have a Polish pub or two where you live to get that joke. Man those guys can drink.

[@TheFishLocker]

- Ive worked with a few in the past ;)

[@jamiemckenzie8516]

What is the make of hooks you are using and sizes please ?

[@TheFishLocker]

Jamie McKenzie - I think I say them all as I use or chance them. I say the size and design. 👍🏻🎣🐟

[@jamiemckenzie8516]

The Fish Locker will need to try n listen a bit harder, I’m having problems with my hearing just now so have been using headphones

[@TheFishLocker]

Jamie McKenzie - If you are still struggling give me a time or a fish. And I’ll try to tell you want I was using.

[@HellsMasterKight]

not a fisherman so was wondering why you put the 20lb eel back into the sea for ?

[@TheFishLocker]

Hellsmaster Kight - The eels are not only a very important part of the ecosystem on these wrecks but also, they don’t taste particular pleasant IMO. They are very hardy and can be returned 99% of the time, so we do. 😊👍🏻🎣🐟

[@wilson42cc]

I’d pay to go fishing with you anytime great show 😀

[@TheFishLocker]

Chris Wilson - Where are you based Chris? 👍🏻🎣🐟

[@wilson42cc]

In Australia, near a place called tin can bay , in Queensland,, bit to far away , but if I am ever in your neck of the woods I will look you up , great show ,,,

[@TheFishLocker]

Chris Wilson - Sure. If you ever find yourself in Cornwall in the UK give us a shout. 👍🏻🎣😉🐟🦞

[@callumclark3358]

@@TheFishLocker Cornwall! You're a long way from home.

[@Norm139]

curious why you use feet and not meters?

[@TheFishLocker]

- Haha. Welcome to the UK. Where you buy milk and beer by the pint and yet fuel by the litre. You measure your height in feet and inches and distance in miles and meters. Its just what you are most comfortable with. I was taught both at school and use a mixture depending on what I'm doing. Its weird. anything below a foot I use cm and mm.

[@Fibercraft]

Nice fish!

[@TheFishLocker]

CARRINGTON GROUP - Thankyou very much. 😊🎣🐟