angling tips, fishing tackle and catch reports
James Green began fishing at the tender age of two. Born into a family of keen fishers, including mother, father, brother and later stepfather, it was somewhat inevitable he would take up the sport.
Although James enjoys coarse, sea and game fishing, his passion lies with fly fishing. There's nothing he loves more than practising his casting in northern England and Scotland, especially when there's a chance of an occasional salmon or seatrout. And if the opportunity arises, he can sometimes be found in warmer climes, pursuing tailing bonefish, tarpon or permit.
James' claim to fame was being voted overall 'Master Angler of the Year' at the age of twelve - an award he received from Shakespeare tackle for bagging two big (at the time) common carp, in successive casts, on floating crust: 25lbs and 23.5lbs.
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After a very hard week fishing together for salmon on the River Lyon in Perthshire, my pal Andy Blyth and I decided to have a few casts on a stretch of the River Tyne on our way back south. It was great to see a few fish running in a river that was once so polluted, and even better to catch a lovely one like this!
Definitely better in full-screen mode. I know it’s 7 minutes long, but I hope you make it through to the end!! All the best, Jim
From trolling to spinning, we’ll help explain what it all means and what you’ll need…don’t worry – you don’t need a different fishing rod for every style!
There are thousands of fishing reels, but the most popular types can be grouped into fly reels, spinning reels, baitcasting/multiplier reels, centrepins and spincast reels.
This page gives all you need to know about buying a fishing kayak, from the different variants, to accessories, ratings, and even a price comparison table.
This section will guide you through the different types of waders, and should give you an idea of what to look for when you’re in the market for a new set.
For those unfortunate moments when you can’t actually be out by the water, doing what you love, why not get hooked on these great reads?
