2024 Fly Fishing Preparation
The fishing season is upon us again, so it's time to get the rods, reels and gear dusted down. Our checklist covers the essentials to organise before opening day, eco-friendly extras and advice for newcomers to the river.
What are the best Fly Rods?
With over 150 years of fishing experience in store, we asked the team what the top fly rods of the season are likely to be. We aimed for five but couldn't totally agree — so here is the shortlist.
Best Boiles for Carp Fishing
Boilies are still the most popular bait for targeting all sizes of carp on venues up and down the country. We round up eight quality boilies and pop-ups, plus what to look for when choosing one for your water.
Top 5 Pike Rods
This season's top five pike rods, from the Fox Horizon X3 to the budget-friendly Leeda Rogue. Our pick of reliable, hard-fighting rods for every predator angler and budget.
Wychwood LRS: Best Value Spinning Rods for All Anglers
The Wychwood Agitator LR-S is a spinning-style lure rod that offers unrivalled performance and value for money, handling everything from soft plastics to surface lures. We look at why it is the perfect all-round spinning rod.
Garmin Echomap - 'Simple Yet Brilliant'
Garmin have been market leaders in marine electronics for anglers, and the Echomap UHD2 shows why: faster processing, crystal-clear sonar and an interface that is simple yet brilliant. We run through what makes it the ideal tool for inshore angling.