Dutch specimen angler Hans Moolenaar fished a lake in the Netherlands recently which is known for its early spring tench. After the wind had turned from the North-West to a South-Westerly direction, the tench became hungry and responded to the warmer wind by feeding! Hans and his friends recorded a… Read more
Match-ace Dean Barlow explains his top baits for commercial fisheries at this time of year: CASTERS – I love casters for shallow fishing. A nice steady stream of casters falling through the layers is perfect for catching F1s and big carp alike. I usually start by feeding a dozen or so casters with a catty. As… Read more
This week’s Angling Times announces the overall winner of the hotly contested Drennan Cup! In this issue, Martin Bowler talks about targeting carp in the Spring and reveals one of his favourite rigs. Also, the newly crowned Drennan Cup champion reflects on his amazing season packed full of big fish. Angling Times is in… Read more
Steve Rowley, usually known for his pike fishing exploits, packs his pike gear away on March 14th and takes a break, before turning his attention to tench. Steve explains his approach: After a demanding winter chasing pike, I enjoy a few weeks off before starting my baiting campaign. I love float… Read more
Tackle Den in the Cotswold Water Park are having an Open Day this Saturday and special guest Martin Bowler will be in attendance between 9am and 1pm. This is rare opportunity to come and chat to probably the finest all-rounder of his generation. Whatever the species or method Martin has… Read more
Andy Lloyd has been using our latest Drennan Yum Yums with great success at Wiltshire’s Ivy House Lakes. The well-respected fishery owner and top matchman had some great sport on the Match Lake while we shot a great little video on the Series 7 Pole on the venue’s Canal Lake. Feeding… Read more
