i am 80 years old and I can't cast far or accurately any more. Is it wrong to use a bait boat. I was accused of cheating when simply pleasure fishing.
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Can't see a problem really if it helps you get on the bank and fish still and as long as you're sensible with it mate
Can't see a problem really if it helps you get on the bank and fish still and as long as you're sensible with it mate
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Never cheating using a Baitboat
Never cheating using a Baitboat
In reply to Post #1
in some cases i think so,in your case no way, its helping you and its ok i think
in some cases i think so,in your case no way, its helping you and its ok i think
In reply to Post #1
Feel free to use whatever floats your boat . Ignore the knockers
Feel free to use whatever floats your boat . Ignore the knockers
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Why is it cheating?
Its a fishing tool that anyone can use if they can afford it or lake allows it. Saying its cheating is like saying spodding is cheating or someone with a basia rod/basiair reel setup is cheating as they can cast further then the next bloke on his £50 setup lol
Unless you are not allowed to use it but the guy next to you is then how you can call it cheating is beyond me
Why is it cheating?
Its a fishing tool that anyone can use if they can afford it or lake allows it. Saying its cheating is like saying spodding is cheating or someone with a basia rod/basiair reel setup is cheating as they can cast further then the next bloke on his £50 setup lol
Unless you are not allowed to use it but the guy next to you is then how you can call it cheating is beyond me
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just tell 'em "look son, if you're still fishing when you're 80 years old, then you can tell me what to do. Until then, **** off".
simple. Good for you still getting out, respect
just tell 'em "look son, if you're still fishing when you're 80 years old, then you can tell me what to do. Until then, **** off".
simple. Good for you still getting out, respect
In reply to Post #7
It is cheating. Real anglers use only their bare hands. Pouncing on margin side carp and wrestling them onto the bank
It is cheating. Real anglers use only their bare hands. Pouncing on margin side carp and wrestling them onto the bank
What I also love about this post. 80 years old, still fishing and able to navigate the internet.
Respect and if you ever see that idiot again give him hell
Respect and if you ever see that idiot again give him hell
If I owned a fishery bait boats, digital/electronic technology would not be allowed. In the case of the elderly, frail or disabled, no problem with bait boats, it is what such artificial aids are for. Hope you continue to enjoy your fishing for many years. In your situation definitely not cheating.
Don't worry sir what anyone thinks just enjoy your angling.
Be safe on the bank.
80 and still enjoying our passion .
Be safe on the bank.
80 and still enjoying our passion .
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Thought the same myself when I read it
Thought the same myself when I read it
In reply to Post #13
Baitboats arent cheating at all IMO, more fool those that are too stubborn to use them in some circumstances. Never used one myself but wouldnt hesitate, in fact a baitboat forms part of a plan for one water I intend on fishing in the future.
You'd be surprised just how many well known anglers/ well known captures have involved a baitboat...Terry Hearn and the Parrot being a good example
Baitboats arent cheating at all IMO, more fool those that are too stubborn to use them in some circumstances. Never used one myself but wouldnt hesitate, in fact a baitboat forms part of a plan for one water I intend on fishing in the future.
You'd be surprised just how many well known anglers/ well known captures have involved a baitboat...Terry Hearn and the Parrot being a good example
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Rowing out in a boat, with sonar, and dropping the hookbait is cheating
Who gives a rats a$$, just get out there, do your thing and enjoy
Next man can go bust one out, if bored. Fish for yourself mate, and avoid moaners. at all costs.
80 and still getting a bend in "your" rod
Danny should get you on the team, with full sponsorship, including a new ride No need for the bus pass 
Respect mate
Rowing out in a boat, with sonar, and dropping the hookbait is cheating
Who gives a rats a$$, just get out there, do your thing and enjoy
Next man can go bust one out, if bored. Fish for yourself mate, and avoid moaners. at all costs.80 and still getting a bend in "your" rod
Danny should get you on the team, with full sponsorship, including a new ride No need for the bus pass Respect mate