Darren Bradley
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The Pike, handle with care
As a predator species, pike have large mouths and plenty of sharp teeth - if it's your first ever pike to catch, frankly it looks quite dangerous. Nevertheless, Pike should always be handled with lots of care and attention. By treating with care you can avoid damage to yourself and also to the pike. Pike, believe it or not are one of the more fragile freshwater species found in our waters despite it's tough looks and size... (posted by Darren 3 years 212 days ago.)
As a predator species, pike have large mouths and plenty of sharp teeth - if it's your first ever pike to catch, frankly it looks quite dangerous. Nevertheless, Pike should always be handled with lots of care and attention. By treating with care you can avoid damage to yourself and also to the pike. Pike, believe it or not are one of the more fragile freshwater species found in our waters despite it's tough looks and size... (posted by Darren 3 years 212 days ago.)
Eel Bashing on the Long Pole
When fishing in Fenland, matchmen used to detest Eels but now, they adore them. Why? Quite simply, because they have learned how to win money on them in the lower reaches of rivers such as the Witham, Welland & Nene, and on such drains like the Forty Foot. The method used also works well on similar venues elsewhere in the World, the slow rivers of Somerset in Britain or The Grand Canal in Ireland for example. Given a good... (posted by Darren 3 years 219 days ago.)
When fishing in Fenland, matchmen used to detest Eels but now, they adore them. Why? Quite simply, because they have learned how to win money on them in the lower reaches of rivers such as the Witham, Welland & Nene, and on such drains like the Forty Foot. The method used also works well on similar venues elsewhere in the World, the slow rivers of Somerset in Britain or The Grand Canal in Ireland for example. Given a good... (posted by Darren 3 years 219 days ago.)
Why fishing for Big Eels is a sport in itself
Finding Eels Although fishing for Big Eels can be a great pastime, finding them can be a problem. Big Eels are seldom caught even though they are present in most waters, and you will still find places where they are not even known. Of the 50 biggest Eels caught in the UK, only 7 came from rivers, 2 from Canals and the rest were caught from stillwaters including the British Record, a massive snake of 11lb... (posted by Darren 3 years 221 days ago.)
Finding Eels Although fishing for Big Eels can be a great pastime, finding them can be a problem. Big Eels are seldom caught even though they are present in most waters, and you will still find places where they are not even known. Of the 50 biggest Eels caught in the UK, only 7 came from rivers, 2 from Canals and the rest were caught from stillwaters including the British Record, a massive snake of 11lb... (posted by Darren 3 years 221 days ago.)
Drift Float Fishing For Big Water Pike
Drift Float Fishing for Big Water Pike In an unfished water, Pike feed without inhibition whenever they are hungry and whenever there is food. however, as with many other kinds of fish, they soon learn to avoid feeding in areas where they have been caught frequently. On many large hard-fished waters, such as reservoirs and big gravel pits, the Pike learn to stay out of normal casting range. They come into the... (posted by Darren 3 years 222 days ago.)
Drift Float Fishing for Big Water Pike In an unfished water, Pike feed without inhibition whenever they are hungry and whenever there is food. however, as with many other kinds of fish, they soon learn to avoid feeding in areas where they have been caught frequently. On many large hard-fished waters, such as reservoirs and big gravel pits, the Pike learn to stay out of normal casting range. They come into the... (posted by Darren 3 years 222 days ago.)
Tactics For Catching Barbel
The Barbel, regarded with Awe. as a tremendous fighter but only caught by the lucky few. Well catching one is easier than you think, and here's how to do it. News Content: To catch Barbel, being familiar with their feeding habits is the first step. Barbel are a specialized fish, streamlined for life in fast water, with an underslung mouth for bottom feeding. The torpedo shape of their body helps them to swim with ease... (posted by Darren 3 years 236 days ago.)
The Barbel, regarded with Awe. as a tremendous fighter but only caught by the lucky few. Well catching one is easier than you think, and here's how to do it. News Content: To catch Barbel, being familiar with their feeding habits is the first step. Barbel are a specialized fish, streamlined for life in fast water, with an underslung mouth for bottom feeding. The torpedo shape of their body helps them to swim with ease... (posted by Darren 3 years 236 days ago.)
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