This fabulous big Perch picture features Ian Bailey with a specimen from Rib Valley Lakes in Hertfordshire.

Ian has been enjoying consistent fish at the fishery by employing a Drennan Driftbeater float, set up ‘lift method’ style – which has fooled a succession of 2lb and some 3lb+ fish at the venue.   A deep, close range swim of around 12 feet in depth is ideal, allowing a short under-arm cast with a Lobworm hookbait, where a big bed of around 50 chopped worms is laid to bring in the Perch.  What an interesting, exciting and (importantly) low resistance way to catch them, well done Ian!

For full details on the famous Drennan Driftbeater floats click here.

For big perch advice and tackle at Rib Valley Angling contact resident expert angler Andy Crossley on 01920 462200, or see the lakes website.