Hi , thinking of making my first trip down at weekend ,any up to date info would be much appreciated, flies , lines , areas etc.

thanks in advance

Bob

fished at weekend and i would suggest di 5 with lures pulled steady and as for location from nz point to the dam and whitwell to the dam should be plenty for you there cheers john

there was lots of fish by the sailing club and apparently on the bank opposite the sailing club

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AW report:

Week ending 4th April 2010
The opening day of the new season at Rutland Water was a day to remember for Allan Wood. Allan, of Owston, near Oakham, had hoped to boat fish on his own, but the strong winds meant he made for the bank instead. And in Stockie Bay his initial disappointment turned to joy as he landed a fantastic Brown with a floating line and black and silver humungus. Rutland Water Fishing Lodge was buzzing with excitement when this lovely Brownie tipped the scales at 13lb 8oz. Allan was congratulated by a number of witnesses including Fisheries Manager Jon Marshall and senior warden John Seaton. John presented Allan with the Independence Day Trophy and £130 in tackle vouchers. At first light there were stories of anglers losing big fish. Early limits were recorded by Rod Humphrey and Martin Hearth (Hambleton) who found fish in the Sailing Club Bay. Martin who used to warden at Rutland Water commented that sport was hectic and the fish were of excellent quality he took 7 over 2lb, the best at 3lb 4oz. Rod also had fish over 3lb with another five over 2lb. On the other side of the reservoir at Whitwell M Robinson (Notts) caught his eight fish limit down the far end of the creek. Winds strengthened during the day with boat anglers having to put up with very cold strong west/south westerlies restricting the areas that could be fished comfortably. Bank fishing was limited, however, the Sailing Club, Whitwell Creek,Stockie Bay, Carrot and Barn Hill Creek all produced a lot of limits. One or two overwintered fish are showing in cloudy conditions with some nice silver browns in the 3-4lb bracket. Anglers will miss the familiar face of Susan Noble, who has recently taken retirement from her post as Retail Assistant at Rutland Fishing Lodge. Friends and colleagues got together last week to wish Susan all the best for the future and to present her with some lovely gifts. Alan West Memorial Trophy 2 AprilThis match was held on the second day of the season in much kinder weather conditions with a steady southerly wind with some rain. 82 Anglers caught 304 fish for a rod average of 6.14. Top rod was Mick Angell with 8 fish weighing 20lb 14oz. The best fish of the match was taken by North Luffenham angler and season ticket holder Mark MacLeod who caught a 6lb 7oz Rainbow. The best areas on the day were drifts onto Sykes Lane, Sailing Club, East Creek and Normanton

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I'd say drift from Whitwell Creek on the North Westerley across Stockie Bay and down toward the dam. Fast sink line with a couple of booby's (orange and minky) worked for me las Monday. I bagged up by 2pm. Good luck!

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Hi Guys,

Looking to do my first session of the season at Rutland this weekend, will be bank fishing. I have not fished this water before therefore does anyone have any tips or advice with regards to tactics or areas to concentrate on?

Best Wishes

J

Check with the lodge when you get your ticket, but so far from East Creek right along the Normanton bank has held fish. The wind has been all over he shop, but seems to be settled on North/Easterly predilection for the next few days at least - East good for Normanton, North rather more tricky. If North prevailing then Sykes Lane through to Whitwell is a better bet. There are also fish in Old Hall Bay.

From the bank you'll only need a floating line, and just about any type of lure will work if there are fish there (favourites seem to be all manner of black and green styles, humunguses and dawson's olives). There are fish coming out to nymphs and buzzers but they are in the minority still - although the forecast sunshine could even the odds a bit? Hey, you could even hook up with makermbob if he shows...

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A good friend of mine had alot of fish from Carrot Creek yesterday. The only angler there aswell.

We shall be down in a month
mmm carrot creek

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To continue the vegetable theme, I was in spud bay tonight. Precious few fish though. A few rising late on, one rose twice I and got in front of it but lost it at the net. Only out for an hour and a half though.

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