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    Martin Bowler on how fishing can grow ; Mae Tees Pec . BIGGERCHUB ett Mem ken a a ~L B RUDD'S FLOAT ANE Pert Fake aon a é bearer ta os HAS ANGLING BECOME TOO EXPENSIVE? © Joy at RiverFest final RT CRETE Eni FISHING SHOWS TWO UNMISSABLE EVENTS... FOR ALL ANGLERS! NEW TACKLE @ AMAZING DEALS @ VIP PACKAGES THE BIGGEST BRANDS WWW.THEBIGONESHOW.CO.UK INSIDE THIS WEEK BRITAIN’S MOST TRUSTED VOICE IN FISHING Autumn’shere and soaretheroach... gogetthem! F YOU had to name the species you've caught the most of in ‘your life, bet that the roach is. pretty high up, if not right at the top, of that list. ‘There's good reason they're referred to asthe ‘anglers friend’ as they are always so obliging, readily taking most baits, ‘and falling to almost every tactic you can mention throughout all four seasons and on stillwaters, lakes and rivers, Roach fishing can beas complicated, or as simple, as you want to makeit. But what's the perfect way to catch roach? Float, feeder, and pole all play a part and your choice ‘depends on how big, or how many, you ‘want tocatch. Itmay not be the most prolific approach interms of sizes and numbers, but i's hard to beat fishing for them on rod and line with a wageler or stick float on a deep river, feeding maggots, casters, hemp, and tares over the top. ‘Watching for that tell-tale dip on the float as it travels downstream is one of the most pleasurable moments many anglers, including myself, ove to savour each season. ‘This way of angling isn’t just something, you can dream about, it's tactic working right now al over the country as our rivers head into their autumn phase and the fish begin to shoal in large numbers. Even ifa netful of small silvers isn't your bag, then a specimen-size roach is guaranteed to stop you in your tracks. Bristng fins, a chainmail ofsilver, and that piercing red eye - you can * fal tobe impressed, or want one for yourself. This week’s magis packed full of great little edges, bait tricks, rigs to tie, tackle to buy, and places to enjoy for this enigmatic fish, Havea day roach fishing at some point this week, you won't be disappointed, BEST CATCHES TOP STORIES Anglers ugedto ma retun tolland PLUS new Sever bylaws under re TALKING POINT Thersing cost of anging-s ‘ar sport becoming to expensive? You Views, TOP CATCHES You est big sh clebated ROB HUGHES ing it about he money GAME CHANGER Esch nals Bch DRENNAN CUPSpcinan sh ofthe weok GET READY WITH RINGER i asiple rig acesoy wile TOP TACKLE BUYERS GUIDE tothe est or cathing big bag of oachthis autumn - res, res, and ‘sce itso haven your boc or bag ‘OM OURRADAR Ne iting the shops USED & ABUSED Readers ate he ache HOT PEGS FSHERY OF THE WEEK Eo ana cal that’s comeback om INFOCUS Upper Bent, Old Hough Fisery YOUR STORIES YOUR LETTERS it's on yur ins DES TAYLOR Tl nei of cathing oct KINGFISHER CLUB Kfar cates ARTHUR'S ARCHIVE sie shinghisoy CROSSWORD & PUZZLES no you tain EXPERT ADVICE IF YOU TRY ONE THING Fs runing fat feat - Bob Nu ives usamastercass ROACH TPS rom iver ace Dave Kare ASK THE EXPERTS You poles soe RINGER TO THE RESCUE tev hows you ato get mate action from fa bans CARP TACTICS Aico big aut sh WATERCRAFT oo ato rh chub PAUL GARNER Ge! he est rom hemp MATCH NEWS TOP STORIES Andy Powe aks UK Chars tifa aot time PLUS rth Fal oy CHAN'S DIARY Jamie Hughes waek RIVERFEST 2021 on Lock dorates Tent ROUND-UP Top ess rom your area 7 tara SEPTEMBER 26, 20211===33 PT try UUhy) [a3 | STS) re LUC British ang RITAIN’S anglers are being urged toretur to Ireland to reinvigorate what was once a thriving fishing tourism market. Back in the 1980s, thousands of UK fishermen would travel tothe Emerald Isle toenjoy spectacular sport and afew pints of Guinness, but following the dawn of commercial fisheries, attention swung to carp-orientated waters. The problem has been compounded by the Covid pandemic, but according to Martin ‘Severnsalmon stocks areatan 4 Ica SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 Founds, owner of Anglers World Holidays, the fishingis currently the best it’s been in years, and now that restrictions have been ‘eased for vaccinated travellers, he's hoping that more anglers from mainland UK will start to once again head for Irish waters and sive the ailing industry a much-needed shot inthearm. “Many of the bars, estaurants and hotels that used to rely on anglers’ business are ‘on their knees,’ he said. “Ie'ltake them ‘years to recover, but thankfully we've seen a surge in bookings to Ireland in the last week following the easing of travel requirements. Thope it continues - these destinations are that good, they deserve the tourism.” (One man who knows only too well what, Ireland has to offer is ‘ex-pat Tony Kersley, Who moved over from England 40 years ago. Enniskillen-based Tony said: “It’s an absolute pleasure angler’s haven. The other day, a mate and Iboth had over 6olb of bream in five hours ishing from a boat, and oma session a few days before that, Thad SEVERN ANGLERS SLAM NEW SALMON BYELAWS LLSALMON caughtonthe —__ migratory salmon stocks, with River Severnanditsestuary numbers currently thought to be ‘must be returned to the ‘among the lowest on record. water alive, following the Bait fishing for salmon s also introduction of new byelaws by the banned under the ruling, with only Environment Agency (EA). artificial lures featuring single ‘Set to impact commercial net bbarbless hook permitted. fisheries as well as rod-and-line ‘While the EA hopes the restrictions. anglers, the restrictions are a will enable the next generation of response to a sharp decline in ‘anglers to enjoy the benefits of 1271b of bream and hybrids on the Erne” The current state ofthe fishing in Irland ‘was underlined further by David Reeves, an English pleasure angler in his early 70s ‘who's just returned from the Erne. ‘Pve been going there for 40 years, bu this trip was the best I've ever had,” he told us. "We caught countless 1lb roach and some cracking tench. It's such a relaxing place, the people are so friendly, the fishing is free, and the scenery is spectacular! I've already booked my next trip over” sustainable salmon fishing, Glyn Marshall, coordinator of the Severn Fisheries Group, believes they're misplaced and are failing to tackle thereal issues, “Fishing for migratory species isnow one of the most highly regulated pastimes in the UK,” he told Angling Times. “The regulations will do nothing toimprove stocks compared to substantive action on pollution. “They're a sad indictment of the Government's attitude to the health and wellbeing of the older angler, who fishes for salmon with bait” ‘ACHARITY offering match fishing to military veterans has raised more than £70,000 for those wounded while ‘serving our country, Hooked for Heroes was launched by Dave Stott, from Chesterfield, 14 years ‘ago to support the Help for Heroes. charity. At the first match, only nine anglers took part, but this month 63 anglers lined up at Cudmore Fisheries inStaffordshire. A number of famous anglers, including Bob Nudd, have also got involved, and Dave revealed the impact the charity has had, “Hooked for Heroes is ike a family.” aa) John Neville and Bob Nudd tok pat. Pee MATCHMEN WEIGH IN FOR HEROES he said, “We now have four or ive ‘matches a year, the flagship event being at Lindholme Lakes where our record attendance is 188 anglers.” Lancashire angler Dave Watson lost both legs above the knee and his right arm to an improvised Explosive Device GED) in Afghanistan in 2010 and has been a Hooked for Heroes ambassador fornine years. “Fishing massively helps people with their mental health,” he said. “You can’t rush, so while you wait for the fish you ‘can open up and chat. It's good fun, relaxing and a great laugh.” If Hooked forHeroes anglers, fromleftto "ight James Carter Ssh founder | Biesctndbre von CAPTOR OF SHOCK RIVERFEST BARBEL DONATES WINNINGS TO CHARITY ‘THE CAPTOR of an impressive 12b 130z barbel in last weekend's RiverFest final is donating his winnings to charity. Howard Kaye, owner of Manor Farm Leisure, hooked the fish on alight waggler and 0.0mm line, but had to go into the next competitor's swim to land his prize. “The stewards and match organiser Dave Harrell all said that I was allowed to leave my peg,” Howard told us. "The fish, whichis my pb barbel, was snagged, but managed to free it and although fd won my section without it, the catch propelled ‘me to 12th place overall, worth £900.” While delighted with the result, Howard revealed the catch attracted some negative feedbackc “1 don’t want to cause controversy, so rm keeping the £250 section money, and splitting the rest between Evesham Youth, Lincoln Youth, ‘Tackling Minds Charity, and England U20s.” HAS THECOST OF ANGLING RISEN TOO FAR? From an explosion in syndicate waters to disappearing day tickets, is fishing becoming too exclusive for the average angler? HILE some fisheries have always been a costly, private shop, the ‘current surge of anglers is fuelling a shift in pricing and access. Whether it's fisheries plagued by careless day ticket anglers, or sheer demand for quality fishing, many waters now come at a high premium. But is this healthy? ‘That might depend who you ask, according torespected specimen angler Neill Stephen, who fishes both publicand private waters. “The creep towards the elite troubles mey" he says, “Sure, I've benefited from waters where I've had to pay more than thenext man, but I'm uncomfortable with the way things are going. In past decades, anyone could access our best fisheries; now there are waiting lists. I's supply and demand, I guess. IFyou're in the club, great but if you're outside it can feel like success is bought, and ata level many can’tafford.” He's the first toadmit, however, that its nuanced picture. “P've fished free or cheap areas that were like the Wild West!" he says. “Syndicates take good care oftheir waters and tend to produce better environments, But ultimately there has to be a balance. Some angling will elite and costly, other bits will be wild and cheap. We'd all do well tomaintain a healthier perspective - and I know Pve been guilty of this, but perhaps we get too obsessed with big fish?” GES Ay onthe River Test could cay setyou Fede Se aceecindn 6 KISH SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 Inrecent times numerous famous waters hhave tured into syndicates, while others have announced plans to doso. Gunthorpe Lock on the River Trent sone such case, ‘with the island zone which has produced so THE HIGHS AND LOWS OF ANGLING ‘VALUE’ Inthe day ticket stakes, the River Test remains, Britain's most exclusive river. Fly anglers can pay £200-£300. Guide not included! ££300-600 can be normal for syndicate ‘memberships, while Wellington Country Park ‘once peaked ata whopping £2,000, reflecting its amazing tally of SOlb-plus carp. ‘Beautiful surroundings and great fishing don't . " % ‘many huge barbel of ate set to tum syndicate from next year, although the lub also offers day tickets nearby. Noris syndication usta case of reaping maximum, profits. Trusts key, with many groups shying away from open access because of the pitfalls that occur. Perhaps tellingly, nt one angling syndicate we contacted was willing to speak on the record. One owner, however, told Angling ‘Times: “Anglers can be their own worst always mean big bucks. The ‘Wye and Usk Foundation offers degree of exclusivity from £25 aday, and the Westcountry | ‘Angling Passport provides wild trout and coarse fishing for as little as £6, ‘Several clubs still offer incredible value. ‘Birmingham AA has astaggering amount of fishing for £40 a season. For canal addicts, the ‘Waterway Wanderers permitis just £12 per year for Angling Trust members. PRIVATE FISHING SY NDICATE MEMBERS QNLY ymmunity Angling Clu with secretary Karl Lucas only too happy to we his vision of angling forall with us. “Fm alarmed at the way some clubs fence di limited joining fees and “That's not the way to grow the sport? ‘Along with founder Chris Mercer and other ive policing” he said. Otherwi ut there hey have battle to keep things running and manage the public ‘renot offerings totally Karl. “Ifyou give it away for nothing, people take the Mickey, We want a sense of shared ‘ownership. That respect and everyone looks after it” SEPTEMBER 28, 202015537 “At about 10.30pm | had my first bite, and they continued to come every hour until the early moming, already landed a 14-pounder, hich I was more than happy with, when the left-hand rod absolutely melted off, and knew “THELEFT-HAND ROD MELTED OFF!” into the unhooking cradle. t wasnt along fish but what it lacked in length it more than ‘made up for in width and girth ~it was almost lke a carp! On the scale it went 1Sib oz and was abriliant end to my session.” it was a good fish from the off asit made its way upstream, “after a short battle sipped it into the net but didnt realise how big it was untill got “WITH the Trent running very low | opted fora ‘swim that gave me access to deeper water and ‘began baiting it Iitle-and-often with bolls. “TKNEW THERE WAS ABIGCHUB UNDER THE OVERHANGING TREE” "WHILE on holiday I fished the River Bain in Lincolnshire, a stretch where, from previous experience, knew there was an overhanging tree that used to hold a big fish that looked to be around Sib "fed dead maggots and pellets inthe area to gain the fish's confidence, before casting a smal cube of meat over the top. "after 5 minutes my rod hooped over and, aftr a great bat Handled this 6b oz fish, which was far bigger than Yl anticipates “MY VERY FIRST ZANDER... AND WHAT AFISHIT TURNED OUT TOBE!” ' DECIDED to target a club stretch ofthe tidal Trent for zander, and eventually found a bia, dep slack area onthe outside ofa big bend that as alive with siverish. fished just the one rod with a roach deadbait. “At around 3am the rod hammered over a fa barbel had picked up my bait, and after a really animated battle that saw me up to my waist inthe river sipped the net under my fist zander - and what a fish at Tb 302" "SINCE the late 1970s ve always puta rod out for big eels on ‘my local stretch of a Midlands canal, They'e one of my favourite species, and atthe moment our canals inthe ‘zander safe zone’ are ingreat form, because there's no electro-ishing allowed. “Thad this 4lb 802 fish on ha a ins roach during a recent tip, having had quite a few ‘threes’ and twos’ already this season. We're right inthe cente ofthe UK, so these amazing fish have travelled further inland than any other UK ee. truly increible species!” “TWAS CLEARLY APOWERFULFISH” “1 STARTED my session on the River Nene by fishing several swims, but failed to register a single bite. “Deciding to search upstream, | stumbled on a nice fish and baited with {afew free offerings. It tured to feed and after casting a paste-wrepped ‘dumbell received a violent take and landed a 7lb 7o2 barbel “then left the area to rest for 30 minutes, before waiting a further 45, ‘minutes for my next bit. Peering into the clear water, ust seen a fish tum near my bat when my rod slammed round again, From the offit was clear | was into a powerful ish which headed straight int tick weed, “after an epic fight | sipped the net under what | believe tobe the barbel "dint spotted. She went T3ib 1202." Simon wins a year's membership tothe Bartel Society forhis catch. ae WINNING ISN°T JUST ABOUT THE MONEY! IG-MONEY matches are brilliant occasions. The excitement (and disappointment) of the draw, the crowds and the TV coverage all add to the sense of occasion, and make for a special day. Inthe UK we have Maver Mega Match This, Parkdean ‘Masters, UK Champs, Fish O’Mania and the new FA ‘Super Cup ~ and Fm especially lucky to cover most of these with my job at BT Sport. All offer big payouts of life-changing sums of money. t was lovely to see one of the true gentlemen of the match circuit win Match This recently and walk off with £60k. Simon Fry was always destined to win a ‘major’. Well done, sit! Feeder Masters and RiverFest are excellent too, fantastic natural water events anda ‘great way for would-be international =f hopefuls to make their mark. y Inthe carp world luse the British was always ‘Carp Angling Championships as destis 2a feeder event for making the a Intemational squad.!mlookingfor | tOWiNa consistency, anunderstanding ofhow major’, Well toreadapes, when to change tactics Sh ifneeded andthe ability to cope done, sir! under pressure. To experience that pressure you need to be in big event finals. I was looking back through the Feeder Masters Hall of ‘Fame, and consistently since the start there have been at least three of the England Feeder team in the top 10, so they're clearly doing the right thing. n fact, England Internationals have won the last two and hada second “THIS season | wanted to beat my long-standing chub PB of Si, and by taking a lea out ofthe ‘match anglers" book I managed to do just that. “td been barbel fishing on my club water on the Warwickshire Avon using a stout rod and 1Olb line, and had caught decent chub on legered pellets. But on that kind of gear isnot exactly ‘Admmpelet gavea satura presentation. 10 E:== SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 “Trotting tiny pellets was the key to catching my chub PB” sporting, so | decided to try for them onthe float. “Usually, fish maggots, but with such an ‘abundance of small fish coulda’ get through tothe chub, With so many pellets and boles ‘going in these days | decided to try trotting with pellets on the hook, bt rather than the usual ‘8mm baits, | went for much smaller mmm ones. 1 thought these would sink slower than te larger, ‘heavier baits, and travel further downstream, siving mea longer area to trot through. “knew that using such small bats would require lighter tackle fr a natural presentation, {and after loking a the profiles of top match anglers lke Steve Ringer on Facebook, | decided to try to incorporate some of ther finesse "A size 18 matched my banded 4mm pellet nicely and tied this to a Ib 202 hooklink below Sib maintine. My float ~ a6 x Nod stick ~ was lightly shotted with Nods, which spaced out down the line. “Ariving atthe river for an evening session, chose a swim where there was a crease between ‘fast run and a back eddy, and began feeding smal pinches of 4mm pellets by my feet. thought that these would drift around 20 yards ‘downstream, and Id cast on top of them. "With two hours to fish I was into small chub around the 2ib mark but, as the ight began to ‘ado, the larger fish came out to play. “Firs, connected with a good chub of over ‘lb, and it wasnt long before the float buried again, and | was into something heavier. By using ‘rod with a soft tip, my tackle was balanced, and | was able to contro the fish before sipping it into the waiting net. At 6b 2oz, it smashes my PB ‘and isa great chub forthe Wark Avon. Bia, wise dish ke this ae hard to fool, and I don't think "ed have caught ff been using cruder gear.” : BEN FAIRWEATHER Hsin aaron Til 0x BARBEL eS sere ee Areas see oem ees ese ee can ae ne van ronvosaton nada aR aes eee seuss cetera ee ee ay ae Fees ae %, ABOVE: ARthoush natin peat conden bert * ‘upstream, he decided to rel in Isto oozbarbelithe ‘once he arrived. But almost as ‘imefichthathldsthe ‘soon as that thought entered tarrentist or bis mind, Ben's centrepin, Hampshire avon record. ‘made what he describes ‘a the most beautiful noise’, s a powerful fish ‘ore off downstream. “The barbel found a weedbed, but with steady pressure he was ableto free it and guide SPINNER tint he ning net. pon closer inspection, ONstiptoanew Ben realised he had jwater venue in his ‘aught the barbel home county of Essex, that holds the current am stephens connected Hampshire Avon record at wi ts az archon 19lb Moz, but well down in ‘a copper spinner. Weight at 16lo10oz. Stil, he was ‘Soon after ariving he ‘mind blown’ bythe fish. hada few smal perch on the spinner and decided tosstick witht, and 45 minutes into the session hehitintoafish that f See aa Peav talnot a i eh LIAM STEPHENS Liam was unsure what he <3 lb an PERCH was into = however, when hhe saw a ‘colossal perch emerge from the depths, shake its head and flare ails, he realised he was into the biggest striney he'd ever lad eyes on, Liam admits his legs went to jelly, but before Jong he had the fish in the net and he could see immediately thatt had smashed hs previous ‘ib Boz PB, He says the shoulders on the fish were Immense, and that it was a true sergeant that hell never forget CCATCH abig coarse fish "9 DRENNAN picks ts [AT THE end ofthe unig 85, he baron Fate cotes | toutes Foryurtst | 3 sein readers tne | mais don't count. Take a decent | award you win £80, favourite catches, and the th conpettan ich picture ofthe fish, and pis aDrennan Weekly | winning angler scoops a mo age tig forwardittous. Winners cap and badge. 1 cool £2,000! cette SEPTEMBER 26, 2021==an1 AIR-rigging is the one thing that ‘match anglers have taken from the specimen hunting world and used to great effect. t'shard to remember the days of hooking baits on normally for carp on commercial fisheries. Now, it never happens - we always reach for the hair rig - even on the pole! Ready to go pre-tied rigs with bands, bait spikes and stops are availabe from tackle shops to make the job even easier, But | always like to tie my own. That way, [know the bait band is the right one and that the length of the hairis correct. These tiny things do make a big difference tohow the bat is presented. Asan example, Itie my bait bands into small loop on the ‘end ofthe hair, which means they can act and move more naturally in the water, BANDSIZEMATTERS TRY ABANDING TOOL ‘STOPS AND SPIKES USETHERIGHT HOOKS ‘The softness of aband isn't Putting a hard pellet into a Bait bands don't work for My favourite hooks for an issue, but sizes. The Guru bait band by hands idly, allbaits, especialy softer hairigging ae ether the Micro bait band works for time-consuming, and often ‘ones like com, meat and Guru Super LW eyed for hard pellets in almost any impossibie when you've gat ‘expanders. Thisis where pole or wagaler or the QM size - even Timm! The more ‘wet or cold fingers. Instead, ‘Speed Stops come into play forthe feeder. The QMis a ‘band stretches, the less use a banding tool or set they act ke ol-fashioned, hybrid of a standard hook Visible itis to fis, so smaller ‘of pliers which get the job bait stops. Balt spikes are ‘anda circle hook, which Isbetter. il only change to done ina few seconds - sed for bois and wafters means that when a fish a bigger band fm fishing you'll wonder why you never ‘when you only need to ‘sucks the bait init finds it casters so I don't crush them, used one sooner “anchor the batin place, hard to sptit back out. SUBSCRIBE TO ANGLING TIMES FOR JUST £7.70 A MONTH LANDED AGAIK... * PATER ZS VERRSL a BENEFIT FROM: Never missing anissue Free delivery to your door or free download to your ‘Smartphone Saveon shop prices PRINT ONLY: “£7.10 every month when you pay by recurring payment DIGITALONLY: £4amonth when you 3 3 Sta 3 = +0 ern ec eet ninco dvi Naas PLEASE QUOTE: FHAA SUBSCRIBE ONLINE: WWW.GREATMAGAZINES.CO.UK/AT “Texms 8 Conditions: Se ee es KIT YOURSELF OUT FORA BIG F: THIS AUTUMN Fee ferunder the Autumn heralds the start of the peters big roach season, but to get in on amen of the action you need to go properly £5.99, equipped... never fear, read on! DRENNAN SUPPLEX Lee wom preston Roachishing requests own ‘tof tacl Tasteesiece DRENNAN ACOLYTE bit of extra power, ULTRA FLOAT chaudyouncek” | 4 FE oc cme oto oes ret Seotiatroe reach ieee a Seeseerene igrtoragh to ep hae te ones Tipe econ {Severs feds moreakintowsnge aneanmde” | | {Stone Petes ihe srt Seisater | PRESTON SUPER or ees maiine ee tcoedaly te ssh FEEDER3.6M Sort al you py cecomvanee” | + ie rene the sorer,an recast econ (11.9FT ‘ata orweyger wort one Naseer dre Bt verse ering Sit sts Sennaaey setiondode ray er rom £159, wwmaremantalicom tackde.com feeder fishing on natural from shy-biting fish, especially When used with braided reet line More than enough mid section power will deal with ~ heavy fish, yt there's enough ‘Tet inthe blank for you to enjoy the fight. ‘The rod can propel feeders ‘of 45g-plus upto 60m with tease, and it comes with carbon ‘uivertps rated at Yoz and 202. £59.99, \wwew-prestoninnovations.com SHIMANO AERO X1 MATCH 13FT ‘THE XI range represents really great value for money, and feels lke a rod) costing way more than its modest sub-£60 price point With an excellent fst action for punching out ight flats of all descriptions, ‘hiss idea for bot river and stilwater roach fishing. We also love the carbon : ‘weave finish on these Aero blank. You'l struggle to find better for the money. £59.99, wwewfishshimano.eu GURU POLE SPECIAL ‘A RELATIVELY new hook which has {ast become a winner for siverish. Don't be fooled by the Pole’ name ~ they can also be used for rod-and= line work. A micro barb minimises DRENNAN RED MAGGOT THE crystal swept bend ofthis ‘damage when hooking delicate baits on natura-style venues. ‘Around £150, THIS isa timeless pattern which has long been used with great succes for baits suchas squatts and pinkie ints smaller sizes ‘ABU GARCIA 507 CLOSED FACE REEL ED faced reels aren't something you see in use much these days, bt we see no reason ‘why no, as they make river trotting 0 easy. The central spool button controls wen lines given oF ‘checked. The 506 and 507 models {are legendary reels which have ‘stood the testof time. From £69.99, MIDDY GFD 3000 REEL THIS compact ite rel incorporates a host of super technical features, including an Instant-response, supet-sensitive front drag system, quick foldfat handle, anda low friction tne roller that’s ideal for use for low-ciameter ‘mono lines. ‘The 3000 model has a lightweight polymer body, making itideal for allstick and waggle work, while ts speedy 5.21 gear ratio further adds toits floatfishing credentials. £44.98, wwewimiddytackle.com DRENNAN LOADED INSERT WAGGLER ‘THE pattern features a sensitive insert tip which is perfect for reading shy roach bites. I's better to choose a loaded flat like this ‘one to alleviate the need for big locking shot, which can damage DAVEHARRELL ernest stat ALLOY STICK FLOATS Seecaiesere AATTHIS time of ear when roach “will stil be sitting in shallower, eketetome Sxygensted water on ries ry the loy Stem No? halo Water Sick whichhas been designedtor IBRENNADS sensitivity. The same company's Tae! StoudeedStck osteo wel | athe HERE worth adn to your ealleton to. ‘Around et ay) INNOVATIONS DI aT ig eel float patter with a ed | dl SHIMANO ULTEGRA FC PACKED with all the company’s cutting-edge technologies, this latest embodiment of the timeless Uitegra is supersight in the hand, etl bouts bono fa and impressive winding THeomes in arange of body sizes from 1000 to 5000, ensuring that everything from light float work through to heavy feeder fishing is pretty much covered. £129.99-£154.9, ‘wor fishshimano.cu SENSAS GROS GARDONS THE French brand produces many excellent sivers groundbalts but weve iced the popular Gos sticky, making it perfect for feeding in rivers and deeper canals. VAN DEN EYNDE SUPER ROACH ‘AN OLD favourite mic whichis sti available in kg bags. Super Roach |s made in both a standard natural anda dark versn, bth perfect ‘when Fd in smal balls or in z gy asmall feeder with few fee particles. £5.99, ‘wormangling directco.uk ONES T TT CRUMB OKUMA SHEFFIELD CENTREPIN AN ICONIC ‘in’ which makes for lovely, smooth trotting. Centrepins ‘giveline at a constant rate to match the curent, so it doesn't come off in Jerky coll as can be the case with a fixed-spool reel. ‘This means a more natural is achieved to fool crafty big river redfins. Also great DYNAMITE BAITS FRENZIED HEMP HEMP works well for roach ina few diferent ways. Cup some in atthe start on the pole, or loosefeedit little-and-often it can take a wile, ‘ut the stamp of roach on hemp is ‘often better than on any other bait. ‘Around £275, KAMASAN BLACK CAP FEEDER ‘There ae times witen you need to fish @ feeder for roach, especially at longer range. Try using scissors to enlarge the holes ofa traditional maggot feeder like this one to introduce maggots, castes and hemp. A helicopter rig set-up works a treat with these From £1.40, wwwanglingdirect.co.k DRENNAN MATCH CATTY (One ofthe most popular and reliable catapults ofall time. It features a special, tangle-free latex attachment that enables you to fre Itfrom both sides. I comes supplied with spare elastic. £8.75, worw.dronnantackle.com DRENNAN BRASS HEAD BREAD PUNCHES Moving into autumn and winter, breadpunch Isa fantastic bat for roach, and this st from Drennan is just the ticket, with six cfferent- sized punches Match the size of the punch to the siz of the fish. The 6mm and 7mm sizes are better for good stamp redfin, orf there's touch of colour inthe water Around £11.95, wwwudrennantackle.com PRESTON RESPONSE WHIPS Whips are oreat fun to use when catching large numbers of roach at close range. These superb Response whips come in 3m, 4m ‘and Sm enaths, perfec fished ‘to hand? with flick tps. 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