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29 th July 2016
Jiggin’ for a Biggun!
Over the last few weeks Matt and I have recently discovered our love for jig fishing after those wily summer perch. Armed with our Sonik Light Tec 6ft spinning gear, 1-8g and boxes full of jigs, we have been hitting the rivers as much as possible
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27 th July 2016
An Early Season Barbel Session To Remember - Ade Kiddell
In my last post I gave you an insight into how I get the best out of what can be a tricky time to catch barbel, in the first few weeks of the new season. There’s nothing better to prove that my tips work than to tell you about a huge early season
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27 th July 2016
Wednesday Review... Mainline Essential Cell
Mainline isn't a company that releases baits willy-nilly. Research and development is at the forefront of all the new bait launches, ensuring that when it brings a new range to the market it is the best it can be and instantly gives you the
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26 th July 2016
Angling Direct Reading... Opening Soon!
Angling Direct is proud to announce that their newest store, located in Reading will be opening very soon. The 13th retail branch is situated just off the main Oxford Road A329. The convenient location ensures that it is easily reached by residents
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26 th July 2016
Tackle Tuesday... Avid Carp HQ High Top 2 Man Bivvy
Okay, so we have seen this product before. However, when we covered the shelter initially, the product was £649.99, now it can be picked up for an amazing £300 less.The unique High Top has been designed with space in mind, catering for anglers
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20 th July 2016
King of the Catch - Predator Winner, Barry Fisher
King of the Catch 2015, Predator Winner, Barry FisherEarly Saturday morning our 2015 Predator King of the Catch, Barry Fisher, set off with his wife, Hannah, for the holiday of his dreams: a week fishing in Thailand. Barry won the predator
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20 th July 2016
Wednesday Review... Advanta Discovery One Night Stand
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… There's nothing awkward about this one night stand... In fact, you're going to fall in love with it!There’s no denying that bivvies and shelters from the big name brands generally pack a pretty big punch when it
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19 th July 2016
Tackle Tuesday... Prestige Carp Porter MK2 Navigator Barrow
We're sure you've heard by now that we have teamed up with the expert team at Carp Porter to create our very own exclusive to Angling Direct Carp Porter Barrow. Dubbed the MK2 Navigator, this is a top of the range barrow used by all the team here at
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19 th July 2016
National Fishing Month - Pouting For Pounds
Do you keep up with the trends? Have you ever wondered what you would look like when you take your own pouting selfie?Now is your chance to amuse your family and friends and raise some money for the Angling Participation Fund (APF) by Pouting for
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14 th July 2016
British Carp Angling Championships - Semi-Final
With all the preparations finally done for our next round of the British Carp Angling Championships (BCAC) it was time for Stephen and me to load the van and make our way down to the famous Linear Fisheries in Oxford, to fish Brasenose 1 for the Semi
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