Cork - 3 strikes but not out

Well having trawled through info on the web, I headed for my first shore fishing trip in a long time over the last 2 weeks.
Started on Paddys day in an east cork beach - Totally blanked but learned to bring a head torch the next time.

I had 2 other excursions, one by Kinsale old bridge and the other in ringaskiddy. Using sandeel and a standard two hook rig i thought i was bound to produce! I wouldnt say i blanked as everytime i reeled in i had at least 1 crab on the line but they were the only thing i was catching. I did see some silver fish jumping in Ringaskiddy but couldnt get a proper glimpse as to what the were.

So the question is, before i lose all faith, is there any spot in the Cork harbour area worth visiting at the moment or over the weekend?
And secondly, is there a way to avoid crabs? (dont sleep around i hear you say )

crabs are always encountered in high numbers in most estuaries, so best way to avoid them is to use peeler. they'l still eat it but you will get a longer soak time, compared to sandeel or worms baits.

Hi

Squid is a relatively tough bait as is par boiled or fresh limpet. They are not impervious to crab but they will last longer, often best used in a cocktail with "smelly" baits like mackerel or lugworm. peeler crab is very effective but crabs still eat that too. Apparently the one thing they will not touch is sections of silver eel and lamprey - I have no idea why not...

Hope this helps

hi daves ive sent you a pm

hi dave just stick at it mate you will get your rewards and it will be worth it someday. Lol