All seasoned anglers have stories to tell, but what they might not be so willing to discuss is the secrets that they believe have made them successful where others seem to fail all the time. The following secret tips and tricks may just help you gain a little edge and bridge that gap between you, […]
10 Top Secrets Tips And Tricks That Will Make You A Better Angler
6 Tips on How to Become a Better Kayak Angler
Getting out on your kayak with nothing in mind but sitting there for a couple of hours with the wind, the water, and the fish can be one of the most relaxing and memorable experiences you can have. However, if you’re looking to become better at being a kayak angler, then this article will let […]
Freshwater V Saltwater Angling – A Beginner’s Guide..
Fishing can be an awe-inspiring or relaxing recreational activity and anything in between – it’s one of those sports that can mean many different things to many different people of all age groups. For those of you who are looking to cast a line, the first decision you are going to need to make is […]
Six Tips for Freshwater Predator Fishing From a Kayak
Kayak fishing heightens your senses and you feel every nuance and wave. You hear every sound from the water and shoreline. You feel the wind and weather from a new perspective. Now imagine a big predator attacking your line, exploding on a run, towing you and your craft with it! The power of a big […]
Things You Need To Know About Kayak Fishing
Riding a kayak around is one of the easiest and funnest ways to get some quality time on the water. What’s the only thing better than riding a kayak? Fishing from one, of course and light lure fishing is particularly suited to this method on both fresh and saltwater. The complete autonomy of kayaks plus […]
Types of Fishing Line – A Guide For Beginners
If you’re new to fishing, then welcome aboard to this 40,000 year-old skill. People of all eras have always been fishing for food and we know now that fishing also comes with many other benefits like de-stressing, bonding with family, friends and nature, and just an enjoyable hobby altogether. As a beginner, you’ve already noticed […]
5 Tips and Tricks to More Baitcaster Long Distance
You are an avid fisherman who loves bonding with nature. And there is not a better way to get in sync with the great outdoors than fishing. You also want to show your kids what a great past time in this sport can be. While your children see the fun in it, you also know […]
What Type of Spinning Reel is Right for You?
A spinning reel is usually a fixed spool reel used to catch fish of the predatory variety. Spinning is a relatively simple method to master. The casting weight is in the spinner or lure, with the line going through the rod rings to a spinning reel. Even for the beginner it is quite straightforward to get […]
The Essential Packing List For Your Fishing Camping Trip
Embarking on a camping or fishing trip requires a bit of forethought and planning. Preparation may not be as exciting as a reeling in an epic fish or exploring a deep cave. It may, however, be the difference between a legendary trip and one you would like to forget. What should you pack? The list […]
How to float fish: All about waggler floats… including guide on how to shot floats
What Is A Waggler? In contrast to a stick float, which is attached at the top and bottom with rubbers, a waggler is attached at the bottom only. The line goes through an eye or swivel at the base, and is usually locked in place by split shot. There are dozens of patterns of waggler […]
Chopped Worm On Commercials
Commercial fisheries now play a big part in our fishing and chopped worms play a big part on these venues. Because worms are a natural bait all fish see them as potential food, none more so than carp. Les Thompson visits Warwickshire’s Tunnel Barn Farm to see how he gets the most from this highly […]
Fishing The River Wye At Belmont with Dave Harrell
Caption: Dave Harrell caught this beast first put-in – on a whip! The River Wye is one of those rivers where you’re never quite sure what’s going to happen before a match gets underway, writes Dave Harrell. This is because the huge fish population moves around so much over the course of a season, it’s impossible to […]
River Welland chub fishing with Rob Wooton
Rob Wooton is known for his successes on the open match circuit, but he also loves the solitude of the river. We join him for a session on the Upper Welland. As much as I’m known for my competitive angling, it can become a tad monotonous if it’s the only thing you ever do! I know […]
How To Avoid Carp In Silver Fish Matches…
If you fish silver fish matches on commercial waters unwanted carp are a big problem. Garbolino’s UK boss Darren Cox knows how to pull a ‘fast one’ over carp to bag up instead of being bust up. ONE of the problems with fishing winter silver fish leagues on carp infested waters is that you must […]
All About Chub
Chub (also known as Chevin) (Leuciscus Cephalus) Weight: Small chub are often mistaken for dace, but it’s easy to tell the difference, as the chub has a convex-shaped anal fin compared to the dace’s concave fin. The fish are veracious feeders and for the river angler will feed in the coldest conditions when all others […]
