Our latest review is an exciting one, the FishSpy Echo Pro is a shiny new piece of tech and it is a castable floating sonar/fishfinder device made by Total Fishing Gear. Now I hear you, there are other castable sonars available, Deeper and Ibobber to mention just a couple but the FishSpy version has something …
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Pike Unhooking Tools (Updated 2020) This post will cover all of the Pike unhooking tools you will need to properly care for the fish you catch. We will focus on the Pike which is, of course, our biggest native freshwater predator but the same care and principles should be applied when handling all predators. Whether …
In this post, I am going to describe the different lure fishing techniques and how you can use them to tempt a strike from a predator fish such as Pike, Perch and Zander. Hopefully, you have got your rod, reel and lures sorted and you’re ready to hit the bank. Hold on… Not quite. You …
In this post, we are going to walk you through the perfect jerkbait rod setup. First of all, let’s find out a little more about Jerkbait fishing. Please Note: While we only ever link to tackle and lures that we have used and recommended, the link below is an affiliate link. This means that if …
The KODEX Karp-Lokker KL40 Carryall is intended for use by carp and specimen hunters. The carryall is made using quality materials and incorporates loads of great features. How does it hold up for the lure angler? We took it on the bank to find out. Kodex sent us this product free of charge for the …
The Jika Rig is one of the best methods out there for catching perch. That is the bold statement I am making today. A Jika Rig allows a soft plastic lure to jigged tantalisingly just off the bottom while still presenting a horizontal bait. Perch love the Jika Rig Jika Rig originated in Japan before anglers in the US borrowed …
I always cringe a little when I write any ‘Best….’ blogs. That is because so many people will have differing opinions. So before anyone gets upset and hammers me in the comments, this post ‘The Best Perch Lures 2020 UK‘ is just my opinion. There are thousands of perch fishing lures that I could have …
In recent years, lure fishing for perch has exploded in popularity. The perch is now one of the most pursued fish in Europe. There are a few reasons for this. 1. Many fishing waters are now devoid of pike and therefor perch have become the apex predator. 2. The development of light lure tackle has led to …
I this guide I am going to explain the exact techniques I use to catch pike with lures in Autumn. As the weather drops cooler I like to take a mobile approach to lure fishing. Predator fishing at this time of year can be tricky…You may be fortunate to pick a swim and cast your …
So you have decided to take up fishing for pike with lures. Hopefully, this guide can help you make good choices and save you a few quid! Getting started in lure fishing can be mind-blowing, to say the least! These days there’s so many choices of lure, tactics and methods that its difficult to know …
