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Perhaps first we should clarify what we mean by the term groundbaiting. Groundbaiting means literally what the word says, ‘baiting the ground’ to attract fish to an area. This can be done before fishing or during fishing. I will cover both positions although of course it could be said that groundbaiting before fishing is in…

In most of the network of channels of Lincolnshire and Cambridgeshire can be found innumerable zander. Although this is the best place to catch your first zander, fishing conditions during the winter months can be pretty inhospitable. Not only do you have to put up with poor access to many fisheries, but as the main…

Now, for most of us, this is only a couple of hours before work, but often this can be the best time of the day for piking on many waters. So, with a little bit of effort, short morning sessions of little more than a couple of hours, can be well worth all the effort….

Without doubt the number 1 question is – What tackle and flies do you recommend for catching pike? Answer : I would recommend a Greys Esox or Sage RPLi 9 foot 3 piece for a 9 weight. Both rods can be hidden in the car from thieves and taken on board an aircraft as hand…

Sweetcorn has become a very popular bait for many species of fish. It is cheap, clean and easy to use. However as its popularity has increased, fish of many waters have learnt to associate its colour and smell with danger. Fish have been known to bolt out of a swim at its very sight in…

Turbot [Species Menu] [Turbot articles] Common name: Turbot Latin name: Scophthalums maximus Record weight: As the Latin name suggests, the turbot is the largest species in its family reaching a metre or more in length. The boat record is held by an impressive fish of 33lb 12oz, whilst the shore record is not far behind…