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Looking at the river this morning it certainly would not encourage one to grab the rod. Never leave lengths of line along the water’s edge. During the Spring period if you see a fish jumping several times or splashing on the surface its most likely a Kelt, move on and leave it alone. I was happy because that customer has trust in us and that means a lot. A lot of Kelts splashing about, a good sign for the future. It’s early for this so hopefully that is a sign of good spawning. Bankside clearing on Foxford Salmon Anglers “Bakers fishery”. It needs an Angler to make it work and there’s good anglers and not so good anglers. An angler who uses sinking lines on a large river for spring salmon would be better using a 4.2m #9/10 Double hand rod than a Switch rod where as the angler who does a little spring fishing and more summer Grillse fishing may get more satisfaction from a Switch rod. The second salmon of […] To cast a fly out and let it hang dead in the water been carried by the current is useless. A 30 euro rod will have inferior components and the material used in the blank will be cheap. Good morning from a cold Foxford. Page created – 24 March 2015. just back from a walk in the woods close to lough Cullin and its absolutely beautiful out there. Mono is less prone to tangle and can be used for all different methods. This give a combined leader length of 3m which is long enough and when using the 3.3m rod is still easy to cast. River Moy Specials from the Tiernan Brothers of Foxford. For someone with a shoulder problem a mid sized Switch rod may be a better choice for salmon fishing rather than a large Spey outfit. Foxford Salmon anglers Bakers fishery south of Foxford has had a “hair cut” and is looking a lot more accessible from an angling point of view. Kevin O’Boyle reports from the River Moy… Week ending 7th March 2021 Cold dry weather with light south easterly winds prevailed all week with a little hint of Spring starting to kick in. The main thing to remember is that slow and low is the key to success, you must get the bait to the fish. Another reason to change line is that over the course of the season we tend to cut or loose bits of line from our reels. If you click on the link below it will take you to the youtube video. On the Moy I would not be without a few Flying Cs in the 16 to 22gram range, Silver blades work very well and Black, red and yellow tails seem to be the most effective. With all the negativity about at the moment it easy to forget about our sport and the enjoyment we get, the simple pleasures. Brighter colours earlier in the season and for fresh run fish, duller colours as the season progresses. 771 were here. A specialist tool they have limited applications and are not for everyone. You can quite easily cast all the way across the river and cover all the water. Causes of damage to line: Sunlight is probably the biggest cause of deterioration in a line. On summer evenings the “Back of the Town” i.e. The catchment area of the River Moy is 2,086 km 2. At a distance of approx. Opening day Feb 1. is within sight now and there’s already a stretch in the evenings. In those earlier days the range of Salmon flies available was not great. The river is still above normal levels for this time of year. The first salmon of the season on the Moy was taken last Saturday morning. The season started very quietly on the Moy. The first cast and the last cast are the two we always seem to remember but a lot happens on a day at the water and it’s not all catching fish. Lock down or not time seems to be flying. It’s late for fish to be still heading up. Good morning from a wet and blustery Foxford. It’s still high but coming into better order. Join Facebook to connect with Moy's River and others you may know. Our own experience and physical condition are other important factors. I would certainly say that this is the range we have seen the most growth in interest in over the past few years and are something we will be stocking more of. Peter McHugh was the lucky angler who caught the beautiful 11lb fish. Murphy Brothers has spectacular views over the River Moy from either the restaurant or out on the balcony “al fresco” while you are enjoying a drink or meal. 38 were here. Stock we normally take delivery […], Good morning from a white and wintery Foxford. Judging by phone calls and emails we are receiving it will be a pretty busy season once it kicks off. They describe it as a non-technical roadmap for the development of a new, modern, coherent policy framework for inland fisheries in Ireland. Regarding the video, it’s a learning curve and this week I’ve learned not to leave it until the last minute and not to try making a video while the cat is playing (watch to the end ). Brands: To some people brand is everything and no matter what the price is they want the brand. Looks like a showery day ahead. Yes the finish will be better as will the components, the guides and quality of cork in the handle, this is visible. Good morning from a wet and blustery Foxford. We had a lot of rain in the early part of the week and the river is now in a big flood. As I have said in the past, the successful angler is the angler who is prepared and ready to adapt to conditions. There is such an amount of rods to choose from and as trends and fashions changes this selection just gets more confusing. A second dropper is added at another 1.5m from the first. Reflecting on the season so far it is great to see the young people of the town returning to the river in great numbers. Good morning from  Foxford. I like to twitch my rod tip as I retrieve thus giving a pulsating action to the fly, some anglers raise and lower the rod tip as they retrieve. The thoughts of cold hands and numb feet just don’t appeal anymore. Copper and Silver spoons, Tobys, Rapalas and the traditional Blue and Silver or Yellow Belly Devon minnows are also well worth a try. In reality it will be mid March before there is a real chance of success on the Moy but it’s nice to think that we will soon be chasing silver. Page created - July 29, 2014. Of all the rods on the market the fly rod has to be the most difficult to choose. On the fishing tackle front Brexit appears to be having an effect. River Moy Guide. As most anglers who have stood and wiggled a rod in a tackle shop know making the correct choice lies somewhere between an informed decision and Pot luck. The water levels were very high and the weather was bad. I would never fish the Bubble and fly in water any deeper than 3m, with 1 to 2m been my preferred depths. Shrimp Flies, hair wings, double and treble hooks. Its something that we as anglers are all very aware of, we are only custodians and must try to hand on our sport to future generations. The River Moy is a river in the northwest of Ireland. Lock down or not time seems to be flying. Community development organisation supporting enterprise and voluntary projects. If the rod you’re using is short it is probably best to use only one fly and give a greater distance between the bubble and it. Salmon Angling, River Moy: Foxford Salmon Anglers Angling report – w/e 19th July 2020. I think I have really become a fair weather fisherman. Good morning from a cold and wet Foxford. To my surprise after less the twenty minutes the rod doubled and I was in a fish. It’s been another mixed week on the weather front and we certainly had a lot of rain. When hooked a Spring Salmon Fights hard, will make several runs and will stay deep in the water. Ive seen reports online of two salmon from other rivers so far. Today the standard rod for Bubble and fly is 3.3 m graphite with good quality guides, Reels are smooth winding with ultra-sensitive drag systems, Lines are strong with fine diameter 0.25 to 0.30mm and are virtually invisible in the water, flies from size 8 to 16 in a range of styles and colours and anglers in general have more “Finesse”. Thankfully they are not totally clearing the banks as we have seen done in the past. Later in the week we heard of a cracking 25lb fish taken on the River Drowse. The thoughts of cold hands and numb feet just don’t appeal anymore. You will get a product that is a joy to use and performs well and if treated correctly will last a long time. The reason for its popularity on the Moy I think is largely due to the fact that a lot of the river is not suitable for the conventional fly rod. In the U.S they are used for trout fishing as well. We have a lot of stock arriving at the moment and are busy behind the scenes preparing for the season ahead. I was once told by a large manufacturer that the most popular length of fly rod in the world is 9 foot (2.7m) and they sell more of these than any other rod. Our new website is a work in progress and it too will soon magically appear. I have a personal opinion that February is to early to open the season and when we still see fish making their way up in mid January it strengthens my belief. If storing spools of line, they should be kept in a dark place and away from heat. River Moy और अपने अन्य परिचितों से जुड़ने के लिए Facebook में शामिल करें. A good rule of thumb is in early season or higher water conditions use larger patterns, size 8 or 10, as the season progresses and levels drop a little, drop down to 12 and 14s and in very low conditions 14s and 16s. Hopefully a few make it back to the ocean. When a fish takes it is best not to make any big strikes. Over the past few days we have had a lot of rain and the river is now at 1.6m at Ballylahan bridge. The Blood knot is very useful for joining lines and for making a dropper on a fly leader. 1.5m away from the bubble (Towards the rod) we make a “Dropper” of approx. Good morning from a cloudy but dry Foxford, it looks like a nice day ahead. It’s falling on a Monday this year so I will try to get out for 20 minutes at some stage. Spot the difference. The extended lockdown has slowed us all down a little this year and we are no different. Less than a month now to the start of the new season on the Moy and while it will be a good while before fishing starts properly there are a few little jobs we can be doing to get prepared for the river bank. Rod set up, you are now ready to fish. Well you’re ready to learn how to tie up a … Identified by the thin shape, distended vent and presence of “gill maggots” on the gill filaments, Kelts are frequently encountered by anglers in spring when they regain a silvery appearance and can be mistaken for fresh run Springers. I suppose the obvious thing that comes from knowing what the different styles of rods are is that we get a better understanding of what they are used for. The first salmon of the season on the Moy was taken last Saturday morning. From 200 euro to 500 euro again there are very noticeable differences. People. Assuming you have your 3.3m Tiernan Brothers “River Moy All-round”  rod :), top quality reel and line, a few bubbles, perhaps a new modern bait controller (vive la difference), A few dozen different flies and a good landing net, You’re ready!. On the Moy in the 70s and 80s the standard rod used for spinning, worm, bubble and fly and everything else was 9 or 10 foot long made of fiberglass. The first cast and the baits in the water, a deep breath and relax. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Pinterest Email. I hope you get something from the video. This is something I did before so at the risk of boring you I am going to share it here again. I was happy when he said “take my number and call me when you have it, I want to buy it here”. When we got too cold to fish we got back on our bikes and cycled about six miles to Pontoon bridge where we started fishing again. The Wall fly is a type of sedge which got its local name (I’m quite sure it has a Latin one as well) due to the fact it hides in crevices on stone walls and in particular could be found in the stonework of the bridge in Foxford. The work is been carried out by the OPW. Although we all know it will be another while before we are on the banks […], Good morning from a cool but dry Foxford. Now for anyone who has tried the method you are already starting to get a picture. Twenty years ago we didn’t have Switch, Scandi and Nymph rods to name but a few. Trout fishing on Lough Conn has been pretty good but again the weather is not ideal and it’s not for the faint hearted. I recall one February day in particular when fishing with a friend we had to stop occasionally and clear the buildup of ice from the eyes on the rod, ice was forming on the line between it leaving the water and reaching the top of the rod. The season started very quietly on the Moy. No harm to share it with others and especially newcomers to the sport of Salmon angling. You can and should ask to become involved by emailing [email protected] or by post to the Inland Fisheries Division, Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications, Elm House, Earlsvale Road, Cavan Town, H12 A8H7, Ireland. All I can say is that I will do my best in the future. Prior to this the common local practice for fly fishing and in particular for trout was dapping with the “Wall fly”. Range of accessories for your fishing needs. If you target a single species at similar venues then a specialist rod model may be ideal, if you target different species at different venues and only want one rod you may be happy to compromise and go for something in between. That will not matter much as it will be several weeks before fishing […] It’s a bit like granny driving a Ferrari. Stress and worry seem to disappear as we become hypnotised by the water, lost in nature. It was a nice well mended Kelt with plenty of life and it swam away pretty lively. Join Facebook to connect with Moy C River and others you may know. Heavier spoons and spinners and larger flies. Stock we normally take delivery of in January is now planned for March delivery and hopefully by the time you visit us in spring we will have loads of new goodies for you to purchase. The plan is to do more of this work over the next couple of years. two thirds full is good. Good morning from Foxford. It flows for 110 kilometres (68 mi). Nasty weather forecast for the next few days so I don’t think we will be fishing. Already approaching the Middle of March when between now and St.Patrick’s day traditionally we would see the first salmon in the Foxford area taken. No reports of anymore Salmon taken on the river but it […], Good morning from a cloudy but dry Foxford, it looks like a nice day ahead. Good morning from a cloudy Foxford, 8AM and the moon is still shining. As someone once said “a poor man can’t afford to buy cheap things, buy right and buy once”. Best Brand: At this stage I think we all know that there are a few good brands of line on the market and a huge amount of rubbish. If we were to look at catch records, the two fisheries upstream of the joining, Cloongee and East Mayo Anglers would certainly show up as the Spring hot spots. What’s the difference? Spey rods which are double handed (an upper and lower handle or butt) are generally longer than single hand rods with 3.6m to 4.5m in weight classes of #8 to #12 been the popular range. Threes a few theories for this but my own thoughts are that as the flow of water from the Loughs is normally big in the spring the fish keep moving fast until they get into the lighter flow upstream of the joining on the Clooongee fishery. Transparent or clear monos are very popular for bubble and fly. :  Well it’s very easy to see the difference between a 30 euro rod and a 200 euro rod. I personally use a blood knot as I have always found it to be reliable and I’m a believer in the “if it’s not broken don’t fix it” theory. Maxima is thicker than Stroft but either will work. I have a personal opinion that February is to early to open the season and when we still see fish making their way up in mid January it strengthens my belief. On that red letter day when you do manage to hook more than one, do the decent thing and return the second one unharmed. It’s not a problem replacing a tip eye and we can do it in five minutes while the customer waits. Again I would recommend a little thought before swiping the credit card. Salmon Angling, River Moy: Foxford Salmon Anglers. The river came up a lot on Wednesday and peaked at 3.25m at Ballylahan bridge. See actions taken by the people who manage and post content. The cosmetics for a start are smarter looking, the materials used in the blank will be better and the rod will perform better. We didn’t catch any fish either!. This is not something we see in every brand of fishing rod on the market. Peter who is a very active member of the Ballina salmon anglers and lives close to the Moy in Ballina has fished every day since the season opened on Feb 1st. You will not get anything of any use in a Double hand rod for less than 100 euros. Something to look forward to. If the leader is longer than the rod casting becomes more difficult. It’s easy to get excited when we catch a Salmon but let’s not get too excited before we first determine that it is a fresh run Springer. It’s extremely difficult to find out where or how this method originated. Work is continuing along the riverbank south of Foxford. Ideally from once the water temperatures have come up a little in late spring, a nice breezy day and a medium to low level of water is best. Email me @ [email protected] Phone me on +353 89 4192374 +353 94 9256731 Facebook I think the first lesson in bubble and fly fishing comes from the past. I will wait for a definite rise in temperature with a nice SW breeze. A slow retrieve is all that’s needed but the fly Must “work” in the water. It generally begins with an eagerness to get started. 1,540 likes. Facebook gives people the power to share and makes the world more open and connected. Not too long, not to short and most anglers seem willing to make do with it. Of course like most things in life, if you want the best you will have to pay the extra. The most important news I have to share this week is that the Government has published a document called “Towards a Policy Framework for Inland Fisheries in Ireland A Roadmap 2021”. Good morning from a white and wintery Foxford. Judging from the amount of them we are seeing in Foxford I would say quite a few. There seems to be a bit of thinking and certain trees have been left while a lot of scrub has been removed. Normally the fish will leave its Lie, turn on the fly and return to its lie. The time has come to start looking forward to the season ahead. As we all know the current travel restrictions are making it difficult to get out and about so fishing is difficult. I’m not a catch and release preacher and I will kill a few salmon throughout the season and yes in the past I have killed more than one Springer in a day. I’m hoping it’s a good sign of big numbers and a bright future. Primarily large single hook, feather wing and the occasional hair wing. I’m sure there’s lots I’ve missed and I’m also very sure there’s many out there who could add lots to this. It wouldn’t have been that common and most of these Grilse were taken late in the evening just before dark. River Moy / Strabane & Lifford Half Marathons We had some great running at the weekend from these very popular half marathons. Mono or Braid: This is largely a personal choice. It’s easy enough to work it out, if the line comes on a large spool and is very cheap there’s a reason. The River Moy is a river in the northwest of Ireland.NameThe Moy is first named in Adomnán's Life of... From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia This Page is automatically generated based on what Facebook users are interested in, and not affiliated with or endorsed by anyone associated with the topic. A fish is a bonus and its all ahead of us. Yesterday I was having a chat with a local angler about a fly rod he wants to purchase, a complete new Salmon outfit. Sensible bag limits of 1 per day and no more than 3 in total during the spring months are law on the Moy. Fishing in rocky areas is another cause of damage to line. Looking at the river this morning it certainly would not encourage one to grab the rod. Two of the best Monos that we sell are Maxima and Stroft. In a lot of cases the fish is hooked before the angler realizes anything is happening at all. This is something worth doing as not only is it nicer to fish with a well oiled reel but they last longer as well. Braid will last longer than mono but it too has a life span and should be changed when it becomes worn. on the very end of the leader/cast. I would say no, start with a less expensive outfit and if you enjoy the sport make a gift of your starter outfit to a young person who needs it and then make the big purchase. Salmon Flies as I said were generally large single hooks, feather wing with the occasional hair wing pattern. 13 were here. This week I’ve made a little video to demonstrate just how simple it is to oil and grease a spinning reel. Range of accessories for your fishing needs. Reels available from the Tiernan Brothers in Foxford, Co. Mayo. Only this time as a Larger Salmon. […], Good morning from  Foxford. Remember: Don’t be “The Gobshite”, Leave no trace. I would prefer to see the season extended two weeks into October (C&R if necessary) and opened later (mid March or so). Facebook is showing information to help you better understand the purpose of a Page. For anyone who is missing the Moy and feels that they are missing out, I took a quick video clip of the river a few minutes ago. The thoughts of why it didn’t take and what it will take, the preparation and anticipation of tomorrow. As levels fall and the water clears Fly fishing will come into its own. The hurried rush to get the rod set up and the quick march across the fields to our “spot”. That’s the spot that we started thinking about the night before when we packed our bag and planned the day ahead. So what has changed? A variety of patterns emerged and many of them are still favorites today, The Foxford shrimp and Ballina Grey been two of the most notable. The Moy rises at the foot of the Ox Mountains in County Sligo. Assuming you have your 3.3m Tiernan Brothers “River Moy All-round” rod :), top quality reel and line, a few bubbles, perhaps a new modern bait controller (vive la difference), A few dozen different flies and a good landing net, You’re ready!. It has been a different type of winter than what we wanted but we are slowly getting through it. A well filled (but not overflowing) spool is a lot easier to cast. Where to find a springer on the Moy system. Characteristics of a good line: A good line is dependable and you can trust it will not have weak spots, it has a good breaking strain to diameter ratio, it casts well and does not kink and twist easily. One thing for certain is that it’s a visual and exciting method, not boring. However, from speaking to them i have come to the conclusion that it arrived on the Moy in Foxford sometime around the time of the drainage, mid 60s. River Moy नाम के लोगों की प्रोफ़ाइल देखें. Here’s a few useful bits of info to help you in the thinking process. Related Pages. It’s amazing the amount of anglers who neglect to do this. It has been a different type of winter than what we wanted but we are slowly getting through it. The actual system or set up has not changed.

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