This impressive 3lb 6oz perch was the highlight of Jamie Cartwright’s first trip to a new stretch of the River Ouse.
The former Drennan Cup holder explained:
“The fish fell to link legered lobworms, presented on a size 4 Wide Gape Specialist hook tied directly on to 5lb mainline. I fed my way through nearly 100 lobworms and over a pint of maggots during the short afternoon trip.
“All the fish were quite small framed but incredibly dense and muscular and put up a tremendous fight on my 1.25lb Series 7 Specialist Avon/Quiver rod. The lack of flow meant I could get away with just a 1oz slow taper glass quiver tip. I’d always recommend carrying a selection of quiver tips so you can change them depending on conditions to ensure you are using the lightest you can get away with.”