With the nation’s rivers having been in flood for a particularly long period of time, these periods of relatively mild wet weather, south-westerly winds and high coloured water have meant plenty of opportunity to catch a floodwater Barbel. It’s also important to remember never to put yourself at risk fishing in extreme conditions – flooded rivers can be dangerous places.

Increased flows require extra strong mainlines, heavy leads, plus specialist end tackle and RODS – and the Drennan Martin Bowler Big River Barbel 12′ 2¼lb rod really is purpose designed for the job!  For full details on this brilliant product click here.

These very high quality rods normally retail at £169 and are supplied with a tailored, embroidered padded rod sleeve to enable the rod to be carried made up. A matching Drennan Super Specialist Large Rod Quiver is also available to carry up to three such rods, plus your bank sticks, brolly, landing net handle etc. Available from all top tackle shops!

WINNER:

Please note that we will contact the winner within 7 days of announcement to arrange delivery. If all reasonable attempts to contact the winner fail, we will pick a new winner.  There is no cash alternative prize. Competition ends on Friday 21st February 2014.