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. Setting up a classic tench float for lilies and clear waterTench are most confidently caught when the rig is quiet, the bait is presented close to the bottom, and the angler resists the urge to interfere. A float…
  2. Fishing a Spider Rig for Perch Over Rugged Lake BedsPerch are often found where a clean gravel patch meets timber, rock, weed or a steep drop-off. These areas hold food, but they also punish careless tackle. A…
  3. How to Fish a Big PVA Stick for Carp in Cold WaterA big PVA stick can put a concentrated patch of attractive feed beside your hookbait without covering a cold-water swim in food. That makes it useful when carp…
  4. Using A Small Drennan Dump Shot Pattern For Canal SilverfishA small Drennan dump shot pattern is a simple way to present bait steadily to roach, perch, skimmers and other modest-sized canal fish. It gives a float rig…
  5. A Slow-Sinking Pole Rig for Summer CarpAdding a slow sinking section to your pole for summer carp gives a bait a natural fall through the upper layers rather than dropping straight to the bottom. In…
  6. The Best Month For Targeting Tench In AustraliaFor most Australian anglers, October is the strongest month to target tench. Water temperatures are rising after winter, weed is beginning to grow, and tench…
  7. Fishing for Barbel With a PVA Bag and Particle BaitFishing for barbel with a PVA bag and particle bait is a tidy way to present a concentrated food patch without scattering bait across a large area. The method…
  8. How to Read River Signs as Floodwater FallsA flooded river can look empty when the water begins to drop. The current may still be coloured, banks can be covered with debris, and familiar swims may…
  9. Choosing a pole float for stillwater roach fishingRoach are delicate, watchful fish, and a suitable pole float can make the difference between seeing every tentative bite and missing them altogether. The best…
  10. Video Keno Optimal Play For Australian PlayersVideo keno is easy to learn: select numbers, choose a stake, and wait for the draw. The simplicity can make it tempting to search for a guaranteed pattern,…