Life’s a beach

We had a nice day again today.

Lynne’s utilised the crutches for a Mojito holder. These insulated beach cups are handy. We’re doing a few trips next week so we’re just relaxing for the moment……

I met a couple of old school guys from Brooklyn the other day, colourful characters as it happens. Robert and Vinnie are in their 60 & 70’s. Fishing is a great leveller no matter where you come from, had a laugh with them early AM. Still, fishing despite having two knee replacements, three eyes and a bypass between them. I’ve borrowed some two trebles from the Stripper lures they have with them, no idea of the quality but they are a heaver gauge than the Owners I have. I was done twice this morning, bent trebles again, same place, same time.  I’ve dipped the rod, loosened off the drag but I’m not sure if the amount of line I’ve got out and the drag of this when they leap is the issue but at least I’m finding the fish.

Anyway, two new species and one I’d forgotten I’d caught.

Caribbean Polemeta, related to the Permit which took a little pink HTO jig. Caught these in Mexico.

An immature Black Drum

And another Snapper, saw this when I was checking ID’s the other day and noted the red fringe on the fins. There are so many variations in colour for these it’s hard to work if it’s one I’ve already caught, being this size and immature doesn’t help. I had couple of small Cudas as well so it was a nice couple of hours before breakfast.

I caught this when it was still dark. The lights on the beach attract small fish but when they're behind you it's difficult to avoid casting shadows. I'm sure there are a few Snook somewhere between the pier legs  so I'll keep plugging away.