Big Game Fishing In Bangkok

[Nikkijah]

Now you are sounding like a commercial for the place.....

Touche chuchok!

[chuchok]

Now you are sounding like a commercial for the place.....

Touche chuchok!

Yep,who in their right mind goes taking pics of the bog, unless they are trying to tell the punters how clean it is....

[Nikkijah]

Now you are sounding like a commercial for the place.....

Touche chuchok!

Yep,who in their right mind goes taking pics of the bog, unless they are trying to tell the punters how clean it is....

Or maybe he's just an enthusiastic guy

[alohatiger]

Oh, it's a REAL BLAST! There is no sound like the sound of a BIG FISH reeling off line and making it smoke! It really streches the boundaries of what you think fishing is. Trust me, you'll say, "I spent a whole lot, but it was ALL worth it." It's one of those experiences. Once-in-a-lifetime, you gotta try it!

Still not as good as salt water fishing though.

Ah, but if you live in Bangkok or are flying through with a day to spare, where else can you get a big-game day's fishing?

You can bring your pals for cheap. No flying, no long trips. No seasickness. And full restaurant setup. Oh, I didn't mention, at Lake Bung Sam Ran, the bathrooms are IMPECCABLY CLEAN! Honest! I was very surprised. And I think they are building showers now too.

You can catch Sail Fish off Pattaya.

Now you are sounding like a commercial for the place.....

Man, you're lame. Have you ever been to a Thai bathroom before? Have you ever seen how filthy they can be, especially if you have to squat? I personally SCOUT OUT where there are Western toilets everywhere I go. I just like them better.

So, when I go FISHING and they have brand new bathrooms, and my latest hobby is photography, and yes, I got a nice camera phone, I take pics. Of EVERYTHING.

I use my camera for when I park (where did I park ...) for when I rent a car (I didn't do that!) or when I catch big fish (See, it's the truth!) It's really handy.

And NO, I am not in the fishing business, though I wish I were ...

But anyways, nah, not selling it, but I do know business and I do know what it's worth. The boats going to Burma charge 31k / day! You HAVE to go for at least 3 days! AND you have to book in advance, get time off, etc. I DO know how to do the math, and I know this is a pretty good deal.

As far as freshwater fishing goes, this is the Cat's Meow in Bangkok. Can't really beat it for the commute if you live in Bangkok.

And sails in Pattaya! I'm about to laugh. What is it, a 100 lb. lost sailfish, maybe 3 in a two-week span, and then the "season" is over? Pattaya's done, it's overfished.

I have to admit I am an American-trained businessman, so I do sound like I'm selling. Ah, well ...

But you won't know until you've tried it. Heck, DON'T get a guide and see what it's like. I'll be you'll spend at least 3-4 K plus you're own rods. I think Marc has at least 4 rod combos. I'm just trying to lend a decent guy a hand. The problem is, I DO know what it takes to quality fish: you may not.

In Hawaii, it's astronomical. $800+ USD per day for a boat. No lakes with monster fish. Huge costs for lures (often lost) and bait. Not cheap. At all.

[Jai Dee]

You wouldn't have something to do with this business would you alohatiger...

Can you please answer this question alohatiger?

Promotion of this business has already been brought to the moderators attention more than once recently.

And your post history reveals a certain liason with Mr. Kiwi Fishing Bangkok.

[Tony Clifton]

[alohatiger]

You wouldn't have something to do with this business would you alohatiger...

Can you please answer this question alohatiger?

Promotion of this business has already been brought to the moderators attention more than once recently.

And your post history reveals a certain liason with Mr. Kiwi Fishing Bangkok.

NOPE, absolutely not. Any other questions? I do like the guy - he's an honest guy doing an honest job. And fishing IS risky - especially when dealing with big game fish. Most people just don't know ...

As far as sounding like a commercial, I DO analyze all the angles of a package trip, since I've done a few. I just think like that. I'm a positive thinker, and this one is pretty good! I like studying business models in my spare time, or thinking up new ventures. Just a b.s. hobby of mine, keeps me thinking about making money in Thailand, since most jobs won't support much. So I sound like a commercial -I try to study the selling angles of ANY business.

It sounds like to me it's a case of, a poster saying he doesn't really have that much experience big game fishing and he doesn't feel comfortable paying that much, so i'll be skeptical. "wow, this guy really likes it," must be a shill! Funny, but I always remember those insinuations.

But let's be positive, what if he's just good?

That does ring a bell with me. I was always financially minded, but once a guy I knew was speculated about because he had "too much." What happens when you're too good is that people can't imagine how you can afford some nice things. Sure, I had property, a car, a truck, AND a boat, and people wondered how. Man, they are foolish. They obviously never learned how to make and keep money. Sometimes when you're just good, people don't have any idea how you can be so good! Makes me laugh.

Maybe I'm overly enthusiastic for you jaded, long-time Thailand guys. Whatever. But this post is about Bung Sam Lan, and I like to share information on a few good places.

The other place I like is near Bangkok as well (I'm trying to find the hidden gems of Bangkok), and that's the Siam Ocean World. The best diving in Bangkok! I support there too! I think it's pricey (again, some posters will not like the price and chip away at it's features) but if you think about it, it's pretty good: all the wonderful fish in the world ALL IN ONE PLACE! If you had to go diving in the Similans and Hin Daeng to see all the variety of fish and sharks you'll see at Siam Ocean World, then you'd spend much more and it takes that much more time. If you work or stay in Bangkok (as I do now), then you can appreciate a weekend of excellent diving or fishing!

But on with the story ...

[alohatiger]

So anyways we hook up a big fish and it ends up in the docks. Man, you can lose some big fish that way! What to do?

If one is experienced, one can put on some swim shorts, jump in the lake, and run a small obstacle course with the foundations holding the waterborne bungalows up. It was somewhat shocking to see someone jump in and grab hold of the pole (least drag, of course) and swim under the docks and eventually back out again. I got it on video. That kind of dedication impresses me.

< pause to chuckle >

Moment to reflect: many readers may not be fanatical big game fisherman. So I should preface my comments with the routine on a big-game fishing boat: at hook up, the first mate usually grabs the rod and hands it to the fisherman (unless he's going for a world record, more about that, later). At the same time, one clips a fighting belt onto the fisherman or he gets into the fighting chair, if their is one. If you go fishing and you see a wheelbarrow at the pier and a fighting chair, you're in for it!

The captain slows down but maintains positive motion. He can wheel around or go in reverse, if necessary. He can be a great help. Treat this guy well.

Then you learn the intricacies of playing a fish - different for each. That's a whole 'nuther story.

Then you gotta land the fish - at sea, many fish are gaffed / hooked by a giant 4-foot long hook. Other times, they are brought along side a slowly moving boat, or brought aboard the transom which is a platform on the rear of the boat, at or under water level.

For a large fish, that requires at least two people to land it safely (for the fish). It's never safe landing a really big fish.

Photos are taken, fish measured, and congratulations given quickly. Then the fish is revived and set on its way.

This is a summary of responsible fishing, which DOES NOT significantly affect the population of fish.

You can see the complexities?

So when this fish I had takes off and goes under the docks, I'm thinking, all is lost, it'll snap the line and it's over, but you can have a guide go in after it! If you do that, you save on the line lost (if it's run out and runs under a dock, you may lose a lot of line and have to respool) AND the tackle at the end, no need to waste time re-rigging it (starts getting old after the 3rd or 4th time.)

Just looking at some advantages of having an old hand with ya ...

[Jai Dee]

I'm glad you've clarified your position for us all alohatiger... you're obviously a happy customer.

[alohatiger]

I'm glad you've clarified your position for us all alohatiger... you're obviously a happy customer.

Thank you and much appreciation!

[alohatiger]

So, anyhow, we had some hilarious moments. This may not happen EVERY trip ( I hope not! ) but we lost a pole. One of us left a rod with the drag set. WHOOSH! The whole rig disappeared with a small splash.

It was almost like a diver making an entrance to a pool. Plish! Now you see him, now you don't. That big, hungry fish just yanked that pole and probably tucked it in his mouth to smoke it, to boot.

So we're frantic for a while: it's quiet and we stay busy reeling lines and stuff. A drag-line is fashioned and we take turns casting about, trying to snag the errant rod or line.

No luck. depression looms. That was a pricey rig!

In comes a cheery faced young Thai man with a real grappeling hook on one end of a rod. Now that'll work! He drags around, and NO B.S., in something like 3 casts he snags the freaking rod! Holy cow, he managed to get it!

All of a sudden hope springs into us and he pulls it in. The owner grabs the rod and starts reeling it in: wow! THAT FISH IS STILL ON!

And so the battle began, the plaa kamoy (thieving fish) vs. the righteously angry owner.

Man, what a battle. I mean, to lose the pole, be glum about it, then to retrieve it (the Thai guy ran out and didn't ask for anything!), then hand the pole over and still be able to reel in the fish, cool!

It's happened before, I'm know: when a really big marlin get's hooked on, and the owner doesn't want to let this one go, one can tie on the end of ANOTHER fishing pole to the original rod, set the drag and let go. The rod will sink but you still got it with the second rod. When the fish tires lugging around the pole as well, you can reel in the first rod, then reel in that big fish!

Man, it was funny. Sadly, the fish DID get away ... it wasn't huge, but it popped us a black-eye while we weren't looking. It ran under the docks and broke off (maybe it was big ...) and is much wiser for the experience. So are we ...

But he IS still out there, isn't he?

[alohatiger]

The lake itself is pretty cool. It's really nice in the morning or at dusk, it starts turning reddish-purplish, pretty nice. And they have water churners there that gives the lake an added challenge, a current. It looks really cool, looks like fountains, and is really good for the fish.

The setup is unique for me: wooden planks laid down cross-wise to form a boardwalk that rings the lake. A long, covered boardwalk that splits the middle of the lake for small group fisherfolk. Bungalows for larger groups that ring the lake.

Like I said before, good facilities, brand new bathrooms and I heard they are building showers.

Restaurant near the entrance with small store with a decent selection of Asian snack goodies. Coffee, etc., available and good Thai food. Some alcohol available, but I don't advise it if you're going for the big ones. Try arm-wrestling drunk!

I have to say the fish and tackle shop is actually pretty darn good: Large array of fishing lures, lots of line, and they have specialty tools like spooling machines for that extra tight spool!

I think it caters to the wealthy Thai, not just normal fisherfolk, because the rigs look as good as any big-game shop I've seen. It is a bit dusty and they have WAY TOO MUCH tackle for the sizable space they have, but I think it kind of lends it some character.

The reels are far from dusty and the rods seem to be well-suited for the fishing there. Don't know the prices, but I gather it's for the Thai who doesn't mind blowing a bit of cash to have some fishing fun with his family.

I think they have their own brand of lures, and I'm sure you can get your reel maintained there. Maybe they can do big game reels too?

** Notice ** Not associated with those guys at Bung Sam Lan at all. Cool store and nice setup though. If I were really lucky one day I may rent a bungalow for a month and ask for a monthly membership, haha. Maybe that's not a bad idea ...

[Nikkijah]

Half the time I don't know what you're insinuating alohatiger, you do go on a bit...

It sounds like to me it's a case of, a poster saying he doesn't really have that much experience big game fishing and he doesn't feel comfortable paying that much, so i'll be skeptical. "wow, this guy really likes it," must be a shill! Funny, but I always remember those insinuations.

What on earth does this mean, please explain to this 'inexperienced, lame, un-business minded, jaded long-term Thailand guy' please

[Nikkijah]

I was always financially minded, but once a guy I knew was speculated about because he had "too much." What happens when you're too good is that people can't imagine how you can afford some nice things. Sure, I had property, a car, a truck, AND a boat, and people wondered how. Man, they are foolish. They obviously never learned how to make and keep money. Sometimes when you're just good, people don't have any idea how you can be so good! Makes me laugh.

What does this mean??

The other place I like is near Bangkok as well (I'm trying to find the hidden gems of Bangkok), and that's the Siam Ocean World. The best diving in Bangkok! I support there too! I think it's pricey (again, some posters will not like the price and chip away at it's features)

And this?

I wasn't 'chipping away' at the price, I was simply asking you a few questions about the price of the fishing without the guide, do you read and understand?

[alohatiger]

Ah forget it. Remember, I'm a fisherman and I know about trolling.

Let's take this off-line, it gets in the way for people who want information.

PM freely.

Have you ever heard of "Praise in public, chide in private?"

Sounds like you could use some fishing ... but no hard feelings, eh?

I think about 3-4k to Bung Sam Lan without a guide. Mind you, no lost poles, ok? <chuckle>

Some people do not understand the price involved. I think it's quite reasonable, at least the first few times for someone without time or the experience in that particular lake. Just wanted to explain it. It's like an apartment in Bangkok. You ask why it's 20k per month and you find out it's got free Wifi, a pool, daily maid service and is located right next to the BTS Skytrain. But if you didn't ask ...

I wouldn't mind leaving this discussion off-line and going to PMs ...

Edited January 10, 2007 by alohatiger

[alohatiger]

At night, I like to watch some TV (I think it's Thai, but would it be possible to bring your portable DVD player if the TV had the right hookups? Don't know if it has RCA, coax, or what.) and swing in the hammock.

I like to set the reels on really low drag with the clicker on, then drift off to sleep, conserving my energy for the big one. And that big meal, the nice massage and those mixed drinks probably didn't hurt either ...

ZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzz!!!!

Then I wake up to that whining drag when a big one hits. On a big charter boat pandemonium erupts. At least here, you're not being tossed around on a boat trying to get to your position! Haha.

One time I almost fell out of the hammock, when a big fish hit and I was still groggy. There ARE still dangers out there.

Keep in mind this is probably a regular place to go, and perhaps hook into a world-class sized fish.(!!!) I probably need to read up on the IGFA rules and keep going back - one day if I'm supremely lucky and keep on fishing, I'll have my name in the book one day ...

Could be worth it ... I really do like posting, but now I gotta run!

[chuchok]

Oh, it's a REAL BLAST! There is no sound like the sound of a BIG FISH reeling off line and making it smoke! It really streches the boundaries of what you think fishing is. Trust me, you'll say, "I spent a whole lot, but it was ALL worth it." It's one of those experiences. Once-in-a-lifetime, you gotta try it!

Still not as good as salt water fishing though.

Ah, but if you live in Bangkok or are flying through with a day to spare, where else can you get a big-game day's fishing?

You can bring your pals for cheap. No flying, no long trips. No seasickness. And full restaurant setup. Oh, I didn't mention, at Lake Bung Sam Ran, the bathrooms are IMPECCABLY CLEAN! Honest! I was very surprised. And I think they are building showers now too.

You can catch Sail Fish off Pattaya.

Now you are sounding like a commercial for the place.....

Man, you're lame. Have you ever been to a Thai bathroom before? Have you ever seen how filthy they can be, especially if you have to squat? I personally SCOUT OUT where there are Western toilets everywhere I go. I just like them better.

So, when I go FISHING and they have brand new bathrooms, and my latest hobby is photography, and yes, I got a nice camera phone, I take pics. Of EVERYTHING.

I use my camera for when I park (where did I park ...) for when I rent a car (I didn't do that!) or when I catch big fish (See, it's the truth!) It's really handy.

And NO, I am not in the fishing business, though I wish I were ...

But anyways, nah, not selling it, but I do know business and I do know what it's worth. The boats going to Burma charge 31k / day! You HAVE to go for at least 3 days! AND you have to book in advance, get time off, etc. I DO know how to do the math, and I know this is a pretty good deal.

As far as freshwater fishing goes, this is the Cat's Meow in Bangkok. Can't really beat it for the commute if you live in Bangkok.

And sails in Pattaya! I'm about to laugh. What is it, a 100 lb. lost sailfish, maybe 3 in a two-week span, and then the "season" is over? Pattaya's done, it's overfished.

In Hawaii, it's astronomical. $800+ USD per day for a boat. No lakes with monster fish. Huge costs for lures (often lost) and bait. Not cheap. At all.

No,you are lame and sound like a commercial no matter what you say.You are just advertising for your friend.Simple as that.

How many post and how many words??

Let you into a wee secret,we are not in Hawaii at the moment.

There is a poster on this board (too true) who's husband takes fishing tours in Chiang Mai.I don't see her flooding the board.I wonder though,if they have nice toilets.Maybe somebody should take a picture??

I have to admit I am an American-trained businessman, so I do sound like I'm selling. Ah, well ...

But you won't know until you've tried it. Heck, DON'T get a guide and see what it's like. I'll be you'll spend at least 3-4 K plus you're own rods. I think Marc has at least 4 rod combos. I'm just trying to lend a decent guy a hand. The problem is, I DO know what it takes to quality fish: you may not.

Being American qualified in my eyes counts for nothing in my book..Couldn't care less even if you were a Tasmanian. Why did you bring this up to start with.

I have done quite a bit of fishing sonny,not that I would admit to knowing everything,like you do though......

[Nikkijah]

Ah forget it. Remember, I'm a fisherman and I know about trolling.

Let's take this off-line, it gets in the way for people who want information.

PM freely.

Have you ever heard of "Praise in public, chide in private?"

Sounds like you could use some fishing ... but no hard feelings, eh?

I think about 3-4k to Bung Sam Lan without a guide. Mind you, no lost poles, ok? <chuckle>

Some people do not understand the price involved. I think it's quite reasonable, at least the first few times for someone without time or the experience in that particular lake. Just wanted to explain it. It's like an apartment in Bangkok. You ask why it's 20k per month and you find out it's got free Wifi, a pool, daily maid service and is located right next to the BTS Skytrain. But if you didn't ask ...

I wouldn't mind leaving this discussion off-line and going to PMs ...

Chill pal

[Tony Clifton]

You still sound like an advertisement to me. Unlike Bung Sam Lan, the fish don't bite that easy around here.

Edited January 10, 2007 by Tony Clifton

[Nikkijah]

You still sound like an advertisement to me. Unlike Bung Sam Lan, the fish don't bite that easy around here.

[chuchok]

At night, I like to watch some TV (I think it's Thai, but would it be possible to bring your portable DVD player if the TV had the right hookups? Don't know if it has RCA, coax, or what.) and swing in the hammock.

I like to set the reels on really low drag with the clicker on, then drift off to sleep, conserving my energy for the big one. And that big meal, the nice massage and those mixed drinks probably didn't hurt either ...

ZZZZZZZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzZZZZZzzzzzzzzzzz!!!!

Then I wake up to that whining drag when a big one hits. On a big charter boat pandemonium erupts. At least here, you're not being tossed around on a boat trying to get to your position! Haha.

One time I almost fell out of the hammock, when a big fish hit and I was still groggy. There ARE still dangers out there.

Keep in mind this is probably a regular place to go, and perhaps hook into a world-class sized fish.(!!!) I probably need to read up on the IGFA rules and keep going back - one day if I'm supremely lucky and keep on fishing, I'll have my name in the book one day ...

Could be worth it ... I really do like posting, but now I gotta run!

Are you related to Donz?

[alohatiger]

I'm too big a fish to bit on those nibbles!

Jai yen yen, folks, just remember, **this posting is about Bung Sam Lan**, NOT about anybody else, including trolling posters. If you want to know about great freshwater big game fishing, please post here. If you can contribute, please post here. Otherwise, you are flooding THIS POST.

Don't be lame guys. Unless you've been there or want to go there, you're hijacking the post.

Since you guys won't let it rest, I have to (briefly) address them:

When people find out you're wrong, what happens to you? There's really no accountability, is there? You can go around accusing folks everywhere. So negative ...

Hasn't your time in Thailand taught you anything?

So, (if) and when you find out I'm telling the truth, what do I get? A public apology? Maybe, you should stay off the boards for a month, cool off.

It's okay to have suspicions (which can be warranted, but NOT because someone is Asian, as Nikkijah feels), but c'mon! I like to plug nice places. I think it's a good idea, since you really want the nice guys to win.

That brings me to Nikkijah's earlier post ...

Nikkijah,

If you don't like Asians, why come to Asia?

Nikkijah,

Why did you post this?

" Nikkijah

2007-01-10 02:45:15 Post #29

You wouldn't have something to do with this business would you alohatiger...

Is that you in the pics?

You look of Asian descent "

You know, maybe you've never been to Hawaii, but I'm really glad I can say I come from there. People there are SOO non-judgemental based solely on race. They couldn't care there. The bloodlines are so mixed there, nearly everyone can claim some part of the world as their heritage. It's truly a rainbow state. It must be said, if someone there doesn't like you, it's not because of your race. Luckily, I grew up alongside all ethnicities.

Mr. Nikkijah, you questioned my integrity then you asked me (in the same breath), are you Asian? What kind of a question is that?

Since you wouldn't apologize for that in the PMs, perhaps you can address the board publicly why you asked that?

Is that really a valid question?

Here is the equivalent question, and ask yourself how I should feel.

"Nikkijah, you ask questions like an idiot. Are you [ insert here your ethnicity ] ?"

Is that really acceptable?

Anyhow, I'm off to get a world-record. Later!

PS: **I know what'll settle it!!! Here is the litmus test!!!**

SOMEONE: Maybe even you Nikkijah with your snide remarks, can GO TO THE PARK WITHOUT A GUIDE. Tally up the expenses and let us know how it went! Then you can say, it's great, you really don't need a guide, etc. And you'll actually be someone who caught a Giant Cat! Who benefits? You, of course, and anyone reading on this forum. Let that be the end of it!

I decline to address any further comments henceforth I feel are inappropriate or "baiting." Just won't do it. Please don't think I'm not denying it. Just not participating in it.

[alohatiger]

Chuchok wrote:

No,you are lame and sound like a commercial no matter what you say.You are just advertising for your friend.Simple as that.

How many post and how many words??

Let you into a wee secret,we are not in Hawaii at the moment.

There is a poster on this board (too true) who's husband takes fishing tours in Chiang Mai.I don't see her flooding the board.I wonder though,if they have nice toilets.Maybe somebody should take a picture??

Please DO TELL about the Chiang Mai fishing. Would like to know more about that one too.

Alohatiger wrote:

I have to admit I am an American-trained businessman, so I do sound like I'm selling. Ah, well ...

But you won't know until you've tried it. Heck, DON'T get a guide and see what it's like. I'll be you'll spend at least 3-4 K plus you're own rods. I think Marc has at least 4 rod combos. I'm just trying to lend a decent guy a hand. The problem is, I DO know what it takes to quality fish: you may not.

Chuchok wrote:

Being American qualified in my eyes counts for nothing in my book..Couldn't care less even if you were a Tasmanian. Why did you bring this up to start with.

I have done quite a bit of fishing sonny,not that I would admit to knowing everything,like you do though......

Well, don't worry about it. I just know that I talk like a salesman at times. And I *don't* know everything about fishing, that's why I'm starting a conversation on it to learn more.

[Tony Clifton]

[malcy]

Chuchok wrote:

No,you are lame and sound like a commercial no matter what you say.You are just advertising for your friend.Simple as that.

How many post and how many words??

Let you into a wee secret,we are not in Hawaii at the moment.

There is a poster on this board (too true) who's husband takes fishing tours in Chiang Mai.I don't see her flooding the board.I wonder though,if they have nice toilets.Maybe somebody should take a picture??

Please DO TELL about the Chiang Mai fishing. Would like to know more about that one too.

Alohatiger wrote:

I have to admit I am an American-trained businessman, so I do sound like I'm selling. Ah, well ...

But you won't know until you've tried it. Heck, DON'T get a guide and see what it's like. I'll be you'll spend at least 3-4 K plus you're own rods. I think Marc has at least 4 rod combos. I'm just trying to lend a decent guy a hand. The problem is, I DO know what it takes to quality fish: you may not.

Chuchok wrote:

Being American qualified in my eyes counts for nothing in my book..Couldn't care less even if you were a Tasmanian. Why did you bring this up to start with.

I have done quite a bit of fishing sonny,not that I would admit to knowing everything,like you do though......

Well, don't worry about it. I just know that I talk like a salesman at times. And I *don't* know everything about fishing, that's why I'm starting a conversation on it to learn more.

im not getting involved in any arguments, just wanted to say that i went to bung san lam twice two years ago with a load of friends ,we used their rods and we all caught really big fish plaa sawaii i think they call them . but your better off taking your own catch nets because theirs are simply too small to pull these fish in with ( i broke 2 whoops )

good day out though and not expensive to do yourself

[kiwi fishing bangkok]

WHAT IS ALL THIS RUBBISH!!!!

I note there is no PM's in my box asking if this person works form me!

sorry alohatiger that I haven’t been able to stand up for you, but I have been working.(had a big job on )

now what I have just read was someone putting there impression forward, yes it there is allot, but its his topic!!!

what I see here is some rude and racist postings! IF you have nothing better to do then, GO FISHING!

thanks alohatiger for the positive feed back.

I am here on this sight to fix the wrongs of past tour operators, I don’t expect to get customers from here with all the negative posting about tour operators. but if I am going to stand up for the industry then I am going to put my company's name forward!!!

the information I give is FREE on where and how to fish Bung Sam Ran, I put my companies name alongside the answers, it is to show that it is not some numpty posting something. what better form of information than from the professionals?? feel free to ask anything if I dont know the answer then I might know someone who does

we tour operators get slagged if we don’t tell you what you want to know, and we get slagged if we post information you want to know with our name alongside it.

DAMMED IF YOU DO AND DAMMED IF YOU DONT.

now as this post is about fishing Bung Sam Ran well I will let you in on something.

Team Kiwi just broke the world record today for the Giant Mekong Delta Catfish, 76.30kg or 167.86lb it was 63kg a record that has been standing for three years. we had a great day fishing with a lovely 32kg Carp an hour later by the same guy, Joe!!!

and just for a friendly Business plug, YOU READ IT FIRST ON WWW.THAIVISA.COM the first company to list this story! Or is saying good things about a business not allowed here?

The fishing was doing well today, this was due to better water temps. The Big Ones were active today with 2 more hooked but unable to land. This is a sign of the fishing to come, when the water warms up we can expect to have some of the best fishing ever at Bung Sam Ran . Jai has added another 70 Giant Mekong Delta Catfish that were over 50kg! Also the Red Tail Catfish have been released.

here is a industry plug; this record has been standing for along time, this lake is fished by professionals everyday, it is hard work to lay fish on for customers, it is even harder to lay on BIG FISH, now for those that feel that guides are a rip off or not worth the money and you can do it yourself, then please go and take your rods and break this record! to land a fish like this it take a team of people, its not a one man show. There were 4 professional's involved in landing this one fish and everyone was needed!

the industry has taken a big hit because of bad tour operators, the result is many bad postings. my company lives in the shaddow of just this. So I ask that you take a positive out look and not lable all tours operators as the same, who knows some of us might be good?

and here is the company name just so you know you got it from the fish's mouth!

Marc

Kiwi Fishing Bangkok

IGFA Weigh Master

IGFA Weigh Station Bung Sam Ram

p.s haveing the company name along side the posting just adds some credibility to the story dont you think?

[chuchok]

Nice advert Kiwi.Most people here have to pay for them.

[OlRedEyes]

Sounds great but B11,000 for two people is a lot of money - the whole point of going fishing is to take it all in, relax(sometimes) enjoy the surroundings, but this place sounds like it is overstocked for pure profit and although it must be a great day/night on the lake it just doesn't sound like fishing to me...

Nikkijah

More like harvesting. Certainly not what one would think of as 'Big Game Fishing'

Does this also classify as sport?

[OlRedEyes]

Sounds great but B11,000 for two people is a lot of money - the whole point of going fishing is to take it all in, relax(sometimes) enjoy the surroundings, but this place sounds like it is overstocked for pure profit and although it must be a great day/night on the lake it just doesn't sound like fishing to me...

Nikkijah

More like harvesting. Certainly not what one would think of as 'Big Game Fishing'

Does this also classify as sport?

[kiwi fishing bangkok]

GIVE CREDIT TO THE MAN WHO JUST LANDED A WORLD RECORD THAT HASNT BEEN BROKEN IN THREE YEARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

THAT WAS NO EASY CATCH!!!

JOE WELL DONE AND CONGRATULATIONS.

JUST FOR YOU RACIST ONES THE RECORD HAS BEEN BROKEN BY A THAI!!!!!