Bait

Milk-protein-based pellets with a subtle creamy flavour. They aren’t cheap but are super-high-quality, perfect for using sparingly, such as in PVA bags. RRP: £8. 99 per kiloContact: 01963 362234 or www.

Superb boilie hook baits with an outer layer that breaks down quickly, adding another dimension of attraction both visually and with flavour leakage. RRP: £6. 99Contact: 07808 210537 or www. oldghostbait.

Pure liquidised crayfish and silkworm chrysalis, with added amino acids and feeding stimulantsRRP: £8. 29 per 400ml bottleContact: 0300 303 1012 or www. marukyu. co.

Bird-food-based high-attract food baits with a pungent, natural pineapple aromaRRP: £9. 99 per kiloContact: 01527 405410 or www. berkley-fishing. com.

Super-high-attraction hook baits with a special outer layer that breaks down and expands slowly. RRP: £6. 99Contact: 07808 210537 or www. oldghostbait.

I’ve been impressed with these super-buoyant hook baits because they’re well rolled, stay popped-up for ages and smell fabulous. The white colour remains for long periods – a colour that I’ve always thought works well. I’ve had a few fish on them already, including a couple from the river, so I am well sold on these baits so far. RRP: £7.

A sweet and sticky bait additive with a creamy coconut flavour. Great for soaking baits in or adding to spod mixesRRP: £3. 25 for 250mlContact: 01473 241811 or www. bait-tech.