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17 th January 2017
The Lady of the River Itchen - Richard Howland
With the bookings taken over the phone for four of us a few days before, it was 4.20am on the 21st of December and I was trying my best not to make a noise as I got dressed in the dark. The good lady had work later that day and is not best pleased at
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17 th January 2017
Top Tackle 2016
It is that time of year again, when we reflect on the previous 12 months and all the angling joy they brought us. We’ve once again asked all the shops to nominate their favourite tackle items – here’s what they have decided is their Top Tackle
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16 th January 2017
French Lessons - Ade Kiddell
Firstly Happy New Year to everyone and may 2017 bring all you wish and more! Last time I wrote, I gave you an insight into how I prepare and fish using bread when river conditions are low and clear. Well, after having a couple of sessions on the
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11 th January 2017
Wednesday Review... Rucksacks 101
Rucksacks 101 - Imagine your carp fishing without bespoke angling luggage. Wouldn’t it be really hard work?When you think about it, good quality luggage with all the pockets, pouches and specific fishing design touches is the backbone of our kit.
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10 th January 2017
Tackle Tuesday... Nash Titan
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… A NEW TITAN FAMILY! The Nash Tackle trade show is always one of the most eagerly awaited of the year, and 2017’s offerings didn’t disappoint…The last time Nash offered a completely new line-up of Titan houses
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04 th January 2017
Wednesday Review... Winter Boots 101
Boots 101 - We compare three pairs of winter boots to put you in the know for the coming season.There’s nothing worse in this world than being out on the bank with wet, cold feet. Okay there is, losing big fish and fishing in the swim next to a
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03 rd January 2017
On A Mission - Justin Grapes
For me at the minute, my chub-fishing-head is firmly screwed on. I've got four stretches which I'm concentrating on at this time of year and they could all do me a 7lb chub, which is my winter target, and I've got four stretches just to get a picture
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03 rd January 2017
Tackle Tuesday... Trakker Tempest Utility Fronts
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… In an ideal world, that lightweight one-man shelter you own would be perfect for all times. In reality it isn’t. Sometimes you require more space (trips abroad, longer sessions, etc.) but now, thanks to Trakker’
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21 st December 2016
Sea Fishing From The Beach - How Light Can You Go!
For this latest episode we took the camera’s down to Kessingland on the Suffolk coast, to try and catch a few fish from the beach.Now it’s no secret that the winter fishing around our coastline has been very poor so far this season, the codling
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21 st December 2016
Wednesday Review... NEW Chub Cookware & Fish Care
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… ALFRESCO DINING - Thanks to Chub’s 2017 cookware range, you’ll be turning out Pret quality paninis and brewing Starbucks Macchiatos in no time.1. Coffee Maker We regret to inform you that you are abusing your
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