Match anglers taking part Ireland’s flagship event – the King of Clubs – have persuaded the event organisers to allow competitors to wade three metres from the bank.
Since its launch in 1983, anglers have more or less complied with the Irish Angling Federation rule that restricts wading to one metre from the bank to knee depth. However, the use of modern fishing stations with high platforms has encouraged some anglers to push further out – up to 15 metres – and complaints have been made to the sponsors.
Taking into account the number of letters representing both side of the argument and seeking advice from Inland Fisheries Ireland (who steward the King of Clubs), the decision has been taken in favour of providing some leeway and set the new rule.
Anglers can now place their platform or angling box, so that the forward edge is no more than three metres from the bank AND the water is no more than knee depth.
“I am delighted with we have been able to reach some middle ground” said Ann Pye of Irish Ferries. “I do hope that our regular angling guests appreciate the difficulty and a decision that formalises something that has become almost normal on Irish waters.
“And I certainly hope it leads to even better catches and more exciting fishing than ever”.
For more information contact Ann by email: ann.pye@irishferries.com
