Chris Jones
Senior Member
Just to add another dimension to this debate.
In a four year period of Twyford and District Club that I entered fish into the Trophy specimen fish competition I managed to win the Chub cup 3 times and the Barbel cup 4 times (I think) including a River record.
Should I have been banned? (don't answer that Crooky!)
Should I have been told to fish elsewhere? Maybe to up my game and fish the Hants Avon only?
I just happened to love the River and its moods and beauty.
Graham
No, but did you take a fiver, ten quid or more from every angler that entered?
I've got a feeling you didn't. It's not about someone being better, it's not about them winning. It's all about people feeling fleeced.
A pool hall shark might be celebrated for his skill but would be looked down upon for fleecing the gullible. The scenario being discussed is the same.