The first Oxford DAA match of the season held on the River Thames saw Mick Denton win with over 60lb of pole-caught bream. Faced with a clear river, thick weed and scorching sunshine, plus countless swimmers and boaters, no one was sure if the fish would feed. Thankfully, the bream were still responsive with some… Read more
Location is key to success when the rivers first open in June so here are a few pointers on what you should look for. At the start of the new season, it is always worthwhile fishing in areas of increased flow and oxygen levels. Look for weirs or narrower sections where the flow… Read more
Three styles of Crystal pole floats are now available. Here’s a guide to some of the situations you might choose each of these award-winning designs. Crystal Dibber (0.2g, 0.3g, 0.4g) The original Crystal Dibber is arguably the fastest selling pole float of all time. This short and super strong float is almost indestructible in normal use… Read more
Sebastian’s first session to Pitsford Reservoir in Northamptonshire certainly proved to be a memorable one after landing this huge 31lb pike. The Lincs based angler worked his 25cm crankbait along the margins to tempt this huge fish from the Northants venue. The catch sets a new personal best for the 34-year-old by more… Read more
After making the 130-mile round trip to Bawburgh Lakes in Norfolk, Graeme managed to land this huge tench after making the switch to the method feeder. “I’ve targeted Bawburgh for the last three years, but this is my first double after numerous years fishing for tench,” he said. The fish… Read more
Former Drennan Cup holder Dai Gribble recently landed his biggest tench of the season during the third day of a four-day session. Dai caught this impressive tench fishing to a gravel bar at 55 yards, which he baited with 2mm pellets and hemp. The fish fell to three rubber maggots on a… Read more
