Coarse Fishing Tips
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Practical how-to guides, rigs, baits and tackle advice from an angler sharing what he's learned on rivers, lakes and canals across the UK.

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  1. Accurate feeding with a pole cupA pole cup is a small attachment fitted to the end of a fishing pole, used to deliver groundbait, loose offerings, pellets or particles directly over the hook…
  2. Catching Perch on Small Soft Plastics in Deep LakesPerch are among the most reliable predators for a beginner angler to target. They respond well to compact lures, fight strongly for their size, and often…
  3. The Difference Between Round and Dumpy Pole FloatsChoosing the right pole float can make a noticeable difference to presentation, bite detection, and control. Round and dumpy patterns are both useful for…
  4. How to set up a two-rod feeder system for busy sessionsA two-rod feeder set-up can keep you fishing when the bank is crowded, bites are coming quickly, or one line needs to rest while you work another. Used…
  5. Roach fishing on the Kennet with proven river tacticsRoach fishing on the River Kennet rewards careful observation, light tackle and accurate feeding. This attractive southern river can change quickly from a…
  6. Gokkasten Met Shifting Wilds Voor Nederlandse SpelersThe Dutch search phrase gokkasten met shifting wilds verschuivende symbolen describes slots in which Wild symbols move, transform, or replace symbols across…
  7. Tench Fishing Among Thick Weed: Rigs and Baits That WorkTench thrive in stillwaters with lilies, reeds and submerged weed. These lakes offer cover, natural food and warmer margins, but they also make presentation…
  8. Fishing a tight line to the feeder on a slack riverA slack river can be deceptively difficult to fish. With little flow to carry the line away from the feeder, a conventional setup often leaves bow in the line,…
  9. How to Use a Spod Rod for Pre Baiting CarpA spod rod is designed to cast a loaded spod or spomb accurately over distance, allowing you to place a concentrated bed of bait where carp can find it. It is…
  10. Best Chub Baits for Clear Rivers and Light Float TackleChub are bold-looking fish, but clear rivers can make them surprisingly cautious. They often sit beneath tree cover, beside undercut banks, or behind a crease…