Split shot is easy to put on fishing line. Put the line in the split and squeeze the shot to close it around the line. To avoid damaging the line, I use an old idea which works with non-toxic shots. … [Read more...] about How I put split shot on fishing line
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Float fishing a great way to catch fish
Ledger fishing - what is ledgering
Feeder fishing – hook bait and feed together
Pike fishing - How to catch Pike
How to prepare hemp for fishing
Hemp seed is loved by all course fish and is powerful fish attractor. To make dry hemp seeds safe for fish to eat, they must first be soaked and cooked. There are several ways to prepare hemp for fishing, but I prefer to stew mine as follows. … [Read more...] about How to prepare hemp for fishing
Method feeder fishing for beginners, the Hybrid feeder
Method feeder fishing uses one of the cornerstone principals in catching fish, it presents a baited hook in amongst some fish food. The Hybrid method feeder carries fish food and the hook bait out to the fish in one neat parcel. This type of Method feeder is ideal for beginners. It is easy to lean, easy to use and catches lots of Carp. … [Read more...] about Method feeder fishing for beginners, the Hybrid feeder
How to use a paternoster rig
I like to practise traditional methods. Not just for sentiment, but because there are waters where the fish respond well to old rigs like the paternoster. … [Read more...] about How to use a paternoster rig
Float fishing for perch by laying on
Laying on with a float, is a little used, old fashioned method of catching fish. But it is particularly good for bottom feeding fish like Carp, Tench, Bream and for me, Perch. … [Read more...] about Float fishing for perch by laying on
