How To Fish Canals
GUDGEON There might be those among the readers of this blog who will wonder why I have given the diminutive gudgeon his own little chapter. Can I be serious? …
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Oxford Canal Fishing
Further Notes Zander are one of the most fascinating species of all for the canal specialist, but one with plenty of enemies on our waterways. Technically speaking, under byelaws, …
Rochdale Canal Fishing
Lures and Mobile Methods Another popular way to catch zander is with a light lure fishing outfit. This has the added advantage of mobility, which is a real plus …
Shropshire Union Canal Fishing
Sunny Side Up The techniques of catching rudd needn’t be complex, but perhaps we should start with the classic weight-building methods. A waggler or pole can be used to …
Shropshire Union Canal Fishing Permit
RUDD A lover of clear, overgrown waters, the beautiful rudd is a fish worth catching on any canal. Watching shoals of these playful fish at the surface is a …
South UK Canal Fishing
Perhaps the best recipe for chub on the pole is the use of chopped worm and casters. An initial helping of 8-10 dendrobaenas and a few casters, mixed with …
Royal Military Canal Fishing
A Varied Approach The behaviour and appetite of chub is legendary in its variety, so many methods will work. A lot depends on the type of canal and water …
Tailrace Canal Fishing
Cut Kings Despite being present on many canals, chub are anything but evenly spread. Fish the wrong area and you might never see one, whereas a favourite hideout could …