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Fishing after a storm

With the latest Atlantic storm battering the South West you could be excused for thinking that it might be a good idea to just stay at home this weekend and give fishing a miss. If you do then you could well miss out on a great fishing opportunity. The wind on Saturday is due to drop considerably and switch to the NW. Whilst marks like Chesil will still be uncomfortable they will be fishable with…

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Four top midge flies

It’s been a long winter for anglers, especially those who have practically missed a season due to lockdowns and predicaments. Trapped worse than the fish in some cases. Now though, things are looking up and it’s possible to visit lakes and rivers again for some angling. But what are the best flies and lures to use this spring? During the colder months trout tend to remain in the murky depths of…

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How to fillet Salmon

How to fillet salmon Having caught or maybe even bought a Salmon you are delighted that you have salmon as a lunch, but before adorning the tabletop with it, you need to cook it and if you were lucky enough to catch it yourself, you will need to fillet it. Filleting a salmon like any other large round fish is not a hard task but technical to some extent. You need a little experience and practice…

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How to choose a spinning reel - a beginner's guide

How to choose a spinning reel – a beginner’s guide

Every lure angler has gone through the struggle of choosing the right spinning reel. Some learn from their mentors, others from mistakes. But if you don’t have a personal mentor that doesn’t necessarily mean you have to make mistakes to learn. Not in this era! I have designed this guide on how to choose a spinning reel. If you are a beginner this will be extremely beneficial for you. Just give…

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How to fish responsibly

If you’re new to fishing, you need to be prepared to fish and act responsibly. Responsible fishing keeps fish healthy and ensures you’re not causing unnecessary damage to the wildlife, water, and environment in general. Here are 8 things every new angler should know about responsibility. Make Sure You’re Allowed To Fish First of all, you can’t just fish wherever you want. Make sure you’re…

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An Intro To LRF (Light Rock Fishing)

LRF has been a part of the UK saltwater lure fishing scene for over a decade now. For most though, it’s still either a curiosity or a mystery – why are these LRF anglers so excited to spend their days catching tiny fish? I guess the quick answer to that is: it really isn’t just about catching small fish. For most who fish LRF style, it’s about variety and the challenge of how many species you can…

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Audio Books for fishing

How to think like a fish Think like a fish, written by Jeremy Wade, beautifully illustrates the significance of life and fishing simultaneously. The story revolves around incredible stories, fishing guidance, living a prosperous life, the whole new scientific procedure, and last but not least, about fish. Wade is an extraordinary mentor who inspires readers to learn something new and engage…

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Piscifun fishing tackle bag review

I always used to use just an ordinary backpack to store my endless amount of fishing gear on my back on a long tiring fishing session. After a few years of messy disorganisation, back pain and sometimes a wet bag(no good if you have electronics in it), I said enough is enough, it’s time for me to invest in a durable tackle bag that is light, strong, durable, spacey, organised and most important…

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Are we allowed to fish in the new lockdown in 2021?

The latest advice as of the 7th of January is that yes we can go fishing locally. This information has been released by the Angling Trust, whom have fought very hard for anglers to be able to resume fishing after the government initially decided to suspend angling in the third national lockdown. However the resumption of angling comes under strict rules as announced by James Wurr the head of…

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How to Grill Fish

Whether using an indoor grill or an outdoor grill, the art of cooking fish on a grill takes time and practice to perfect. Unlike chops or burgers, grilling fish can be a notoriously difficult task as fish is typically thinner and much more fragile so it lends itself easier to breakage whilst cooking, while it can also leave behind a hard-to-clean residue when being lifted from the grill. As a…

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How to catch Exotic fish on lures in the UK!

August is the month that normally throws up a few exotic fish around the UK waters and this year is no exception. We have heard reports of an unusual species that as a Mediterranean fish that I am familiar with as well as some other fish that have reached UK waters. One of these species is silver fish aka the Pompano(Trachinotus Ovatus). A very fun and delicious species, that with the right…

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Micro Jigging, a Mackerel Killer?

Mackerel are always fun to catch. They are a true pelagic fish in that they are continuously swimming and feeding. They hit just about any lure or bait presented to them, however some techniques are more fun and productive than others. Micro jigging is a technique that is very productive and can prove very successful for mackerel. A micro Jig is a metal jig ranging anywhere from 3 grams up to 20…

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Where to fish on a windy weekend?

We have some strong south westerly winds heading our way this weekend, but that doesn’t mean I am going to be sat at home! I love it when the wind stirs things up. It can really improve fishing for certain species, especially Bass at this time of year. Yes it can muck up some of your other fishing, such as Mackerel, Bream, Wrasse and Smoothound, but species such as Plaice, Gurnard and Rays don’t…

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Why Are You Not Catching Bass?!

Have you ever had those moments when you are fishing and see someone hooking into bass while you are blanking with every single cast? People assume that other anglers are just lucky. Well, it is true that luck does play a part, however, understanding both the behaviour of bass and using the correct tackle and methods will improve your catch rate. In this short article I will explain some tips…

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Fishing forecast and Catch reports for Chesil Beach, July 2020

What can I catch on Chesil and other South West fishing marks in July? This year I want to look ahead at what we can expect to catch from Chesil Beach in July. I always look forward to July as it marks the start of the better fishing. Most of the summer species have moved inshore and the more exotics, such as hard fighting Trigger Fish will be in place by the end of the month.

The Mackerel…

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Shark fishing in the UK

Over the past few years Shark fishing has had a resurgence of popularity. Back in the70’s and early 80’s I used to read in awe about the shark fishing from ports out of Cornwall. Unfortunately in those days you would often see the sharks strung up as trophies, rather than released as is the usual practice these days.

It is my plan to get out on a number of trips this year in search of sharks.…

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