During the colder months use a Feederbomb – accuracy is key to winter fishing and for introducing maggots these are the best. Feederbombs are a quite unique design that really does cast better than almost any other feeder. They are a fantastic choice when you are looking to feeder fish accurately at… Read more
Fishing to hand with long whips really has come to the forefront over the last couple of years and is a very effective and busy form of fishing. Places like the River Severn at Shrewsbury, the River Wye at Hereford, River Don near Doncaster and River Thames near Oxford have… Read more
When using a paternoster or a free roving float for pike fishing it is always important to use an up-trace. To fish without an up-trace can lead to bite-offs and a lost pike will often result in the fish being unable to shake the hooks. To save having to remake… Read more
In many situations, there is no point in overcomplicating rigs, but there is one key feature to my barbel rigs and that is the use of an anchor point. My go-to barbel rig for most conditions consists of a fluorocarbon hooklink attached to a Uni-Link Swivel and short section of… Read more
Drennan England international Steve Hemingray collected a £1100 cheque after finishing ninth overall in the Angling Trust Riverfest Final on the River Wye at Hereford with a 29lb 6oz two day aggregate weight. One of 72 finalists chasing a £13000 top prize, Steve drew peg 88 in B Zone one… Read more
Quiver tipping can be a deadly tactic during the colder months and to ensure you get the most from it, carry a selection of tips. If possible, the most effective way of fishing the quiver tip is to fish on the near side with a light link leger and the… Read more
