Dropshotting has to be one of the biggest crazes to hit the UK in recent years as anglers realise just how accessible and enjoyable the method can be. Top match angler Jon Arthur is one such convert and after just two sessions he’s already hooked! “I’ve had two very enjoyable… Read more
Category: Techniques
What Hooklength?
Jon Arthur lends some sound advice when it comes to choosing the right hook and hooklength combinations for commercial fisheries. Choosing the right terminal tackle is a very personal thing and every angler has their own preferences. To find out what selections Jon currently uses and why, click on the image… Read more
Catapult tip from Drennan Team England’s Steve Hemingray
A quick Catapult tip from Drennan Team England International Steve Hemingray:- “Drennan Softfeed Groundbait catapults are great for a set distance, but if you want to feed Groundbait accurately say up to 30 metres, simply swap the Black Softfeed elastic for the Blue Medium-Strong Maggot catapult elastic, it fits perfectly… Read more
Zig Rigging and Surface Floater Fishing
At last the sun is staying out for a more than a few minutes at a time, and many of us are thinking about Zig Rigging and Surface Floater Fishing! As stillwaters warm up, the surface layers often increase in temperature more quickly – attracting carp up in the water. … Read more
Steve Hemingray Tip: Improving Sink Rates of Reel Lines
A quick top tip from Drennan Team England member Steve Hemingray concerning line management:- “Sometimes, and especially in shallow water when feeder or waggler fishing, your line doesn’t always sink as well as you would like. A great way of improving the sink rate of all reel lines is to… Read more
Dan Sales reveals the Method Feeder
Here’s a tactic which will catch lots of fish this Spring – the Method Feeder – this well constructed example being provided by Hertfordshire specimen angler Dan Sales. We like how Dan has squeezed a nice tight ball of method mix around a Flatbed Method Feeder, liberally studded with free… Read more