Bait & Tackle
Worms For Carp
February 26, 2023How to add worms to a hair rig (of any sort) and some tips for using them in a solid PVA bag.
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Munch Baits review
August 5, 2021I was brought on to the Munch Baits US team back in April of this year, I’ve now been exclusively using the products since then. I wanted to allow some time to try out a range of the products before I wrote a review of my experiences so far. I… Read more
Avid Lok Down Buzz Pod
June 15, 2021I’ve been using the Avid Lok Down Buzz Pod for over a year now, I’ve found that I’ve used it more and more due to its convenience. What would be the scenarios you would use it? I personally use it in place of a pod, when you get into the… Read more
Ridgemonkey Modular Bucket XL and 15 Liter Collapsible Bucket
June 9, 2021Everyone has those few items that you ‘can’t leave home without’ when setting off fishing. A few of those items for me are the Ridgemonkey Modular XL bucket and a couple of the Ridgemonkey collapsible buckets. Where to start, there are so many positives for me with these items as… Read more
Compact Setup
June 1, 2021Most of you like me don’t always have 24 hours + you can dedicate to a session. If I’m honest most of my time on the bank varies between 2-8 hours at a time. Life, family, work commitments etc mean that I frequently don’t plan sessions out but rather go… Read more
Daiwa Emblem 45 SCW QD-OT
May 19, 2021Over the winter I was in the market for 3 new reels to pair up with my long-distance rods for the new year, over the last few years I’ve started to favor Daiwa for my reels, just personal preference. For this year I settled on the Daiwa Emblem 45 SCW… Read more
How to Spool Up – PB Products | Control Mono
April 28, 2021Heading out for the season ahead with new line on your reels is without question a safer option. It not only offers lot more confidence but also you can head out on your sessions without the worry of what imperfections could be hidden beneath the wraps on each spool. In this… Read more
Daiwa GS LTD 4000
March 20, 2021If you’re like me, and you use retractable setups for short sessions, small venues and you’re in the market for a new reel, look no further than the Daiwa GS 4000 Ltd which can been found over at Big Carp Tackle. I’ve been using this reel myself now on my 9ft scope setup… Read more
Solar – A1 (3 rod) pod – In Review
March 15, 2021Today we are going to be taking a look at the A1 3 rod pod and a few of the items that Solar Tackle offer in the A1 range. For many years Solar Tackle has been producing the industry standard for rod pods, with the Globetrotter and the hugely versatile… Read more
Gardner HydroSink Braid: A Review
March 12, 2021Gardner HydroSink Braid is a fast sinking braid with low stretch and great handling characteristics. It is a combination of Dyneema and Kevlar with a Teflon coating which is certainly a top of the line (pun intended!) combination. Unlike many lines on the market, the breaking strain of the line… Read more
Quick Look Review – Sonik SK-Tek Carryall.
March 7, 2021A “Quick Look Review” of the Sonik SK-Tek Carryall! check out this video as I talk you over the solid and well made item of luggage from Sonik Sports, SK-Tek range. Its outstanding quality to value, really puts this item of gear high on the list of items to check out. … Read more
Spring Preparation – Pimping your Hook-baits
March 1, 2021With Spring just around the corner this is the month where I will be busy preparing several hook-baits, in preparation for when I hit the banks. This includes both bottom baits, wafters, pop-ups and plastic options, all with slightly different additives or liquids to boost their attraction. What follows are… Read more
