After an uneventful but still very enjoyable session on the "Beds Pit" last week I decided to have a break this weekend and spend some time with the wife, which just so happened to involve a walk around a stunning little water I shall be spending the Winter on which is located in the Nene Valley.
My mind is still firmly set on the "Beds Pit" for the autumn, however once the temperatures drop and the frosts arrive the "Beds Pit" will be put to one side and I shall be spending the winter on the intimate Nene Valley Pit, there is nothing of giant proportions lurking in the water but all of the inhabitants are stunning and will still push the scales round to the low 30's so you can't really grumble at that in the depths of winter. Although saying that it's not the easiest of waters anyway so will still provide a nice challenge in the coming colder months.
Me and Trudi had a good walk round this afternoon.....walking off the 3 course lunch which we had just indulged in at an Italian restaurant! The water is crystal clear and the margins drop away nicely which will certainly suit my favorite method so fingers crossed I will have some winter action this year.
Last winter was a complete failure, the weather conditions were the worst I've seen in years, my syndicate at the time was frozen solid for over a month which always seems to be the way when you have 2 weeks off work!
Although when I did finally get on the bank I had it all to myself as most of the local lads had hung up the rods for the winter, I can never understand why people do that but then again laying under the oval in temperatures down to -10c is probably not everyones idea of fun, but I love it!
As I look out of the window whilst I write this, the leaves have changed colour and it certainly looks like Autumn is nearly upon us, this has to be my favourite part of the year as the carp begin to feed up ready for their winter slumber, so with a week booked off work from the 8th of October I shall certainly be hoping to have a slice of the Autumn action.
Before I go I must mention how impressed I am with my latest book purchase "The Forgotten Chapters" the writing and illustrations are absolutely mind blowing. I'm looking forward to spending tonight sprawled out on the sofa with a chinese and then continuing reading this fantastic book!
I shall be doing a bit of work over the winter making a few changes to the graphics on this website as well as the forum, so hopefully it will all look nice and fresh ready for the spring. I've also got a few ideas I'm hoping to put into action over the next few months so keep your eyes open for the changes!
That's all from me for now, if you're on the bank this week I wish you the best of luck and the hope the carp gods make your dreams come true.
Be lucky,
Smithy