Product Review

Easy Coarse and Match Rigs
Easy Coarse and Match Rigs Everything you need to know about match rigs plus much more. http://easycoarseandmatchrigs.com/       Hot on the heels of the “Easy Carp Rigs” booklet, I have been sent another in the current set, “Easy Match Rigs” to have a look at. This very handy reference book covers how to set-up the feeder, in-line feeder, float fishing the “lift method”, various waggler and slider rigs, and numerous pole rigs. As wit...

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Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 6ft kayak Rod
 Product Review Shakespeare Ugly Stik GX2 6’ kayak Rod A couple of winter seasons ago, I decided to target Three Bearded Rockling. As a specimen hunter, the qualifying weight for this species is 1lb 12oz. This may seem like a small target but finding one over this size is quite a tall order for this mini-species.     I scoured the tackle shops and also on-line for a rod that would do the job, but had genuine difficulty in finding the ideal kit. This lead me to sea...

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Easy Carp Rigs
Easy Carp Rigs Everything you need to know about Carp Rigs plus much more. www.easycarprigs.com  I had recently been made aware of this interesting book and immediately ordered one, arriving quickly by post. I was pleasantly surprised to see it is packed with useful information, along with easy to read details and photographs on exactly how to tie the most popular Carp rigs. Not only that, it also explains why such a rig should be used, helping the novice carp angler to understand the ...

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A World of Pike Flies, by Ad Swier
A World of Pike Flies by Ad Swier A remarkable gathering of streamers, dreamers, feathers, fur, colour and pike   This is another wonderful publication from world renowned artist and Pike-Fly expert Ad Swier.   Forwarded by David Wolsencroft-Dodds, Ad Swier has put together 208 pages of information to whet the appetite of all anglers, and not just the fluff-chucking enthusiasts.   There are hundreds of beautifully photographed images including a wealth of pike flies from ar...

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JRC Euro Zip Mat
JRC Euro Zip Mat   What JRC says; The original and still the best safety mat for stalking, the mobile angler or even for boat use. It is built using heavy-duty materials to ensure many years of use but offering high levels of protection for the fish, with generous foam padding. This item also makes a great stalking cushion when not in use with fish!         Features Dimensions; 115 CM x130 CM High-quality zips Extra strong webbing Velcro carry bag My ...

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Penn Mag2 Series
Penn Mag2 Series 515, 525 and 535 A series of three high-performance reels designed for long-range casting on both UK and European shores.           What the wholesaler says; The 515 mag2 is perfect for targeting rough-ground Bass as well as general beach work, but with its greater line capacity the larger 525 MAG2 is the reel to choose for long range beach and mixed rough ground fishing. The newly introduced 525 MAG2 with its fast 6:1 gear ratio is a powerho...

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Shakespeare Agility 9'6
Shakespeare Agility XPS 9’6” 10 wt What the supplier says; XPS stands for Extra Power Special and as the name suggests these rods are designed with a fast and powerful blank action required when casting heavy lines and big flies. This power is also essential when targeting hard fighting predators in both fresh and saltwater.       Features; Slim carbon blank Zirconium Oxide stripper guides (ZOG) Stainless steel single leg guides Powerful and strong blank O...

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MAC MR370 Boat Test
BOAT TEST Mac MR370 I was delighted to be given the chance to test one of the boats from the large range on offer at RLS Boats, Coleraine. The boat in question is the MR370, simulated clinker in the traditional loch style. However, as these boats are made entirely of plastic, I was keen to find out the advantages, if any, over typical timber or fibreglass versions.     We arranged to meet at the Oaks Fishery,  and I would like to thank the proprietor, Ian Gamble for his hosp...

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Shakespeare Salt Sea Rigs
Shakespeare Salt Sea Rigs   What the suppliers say;   Traditional rigs and lures at competitive prices, with the sea angler in mind. Designed to be reliable and simple to use, they display colour and flash that are so important when attracting saltwater fish in abundance- mackerel, cod, ling, coalfish and many more species, just cannot resist!   Classic lures and rigs for saltwater angling, proven and developed by our consultants as serious fish catchers!     M...

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Abu Nano Rocksweeper Rods
New Products for 2014 Abu Rocksweeper     What the supplier says; The Rocksweeper Nano rods are the flagship, a top level evolution from all previous rods within the arena of salt and freshwater predator fishing. What makes this four-strong range so special? Not just the components or the design, but rather the blanks which incorporate a brand new technology development. To produce Rocksweeper Nano blanks, Abu Garcia have used a special resin containing extra small (nano) carb...

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