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Bristol-based tackle shop Veals has announced a huge tackle sale starting Saturday, February 8th and finishing Sunday, February 23rd. Huge tackle and bait bargains are available to anyone that wants to visit the tackle shop. Everything in the shop has some form of discount with many of the top deals half price or less to visiting customers. Every day there will be new bargains hitting the shelves so make sure you get down to Veals so you don't miss out.

Dan Hawkes from FatFish Tackle proved he can walk the walk on a recent trip out with other staff from the shop. Six fish came out to 13 people… and Dan had three of them, at 27lb 2oz, 27lb 4oz and the best at 32lb 4oz. All the fish came to a new nut-based bait developed by FatFish with Solar Tackle’s Martin Locke – in fact it was so new Dan only picked it up on the Sunday, used it for the first time on Monday and caught straightaway!The bait, exclusive to FatFish, is called Crunchy Nut Crème, and there will also be a new fishmeal bait out soon. For more details contact FatFish Tackle, Canterbury, on 01227 733770.

We took a ride down to Barston Lakes Near Solihull to check out the annual Leeda & Wychwood Trade Show. Having been shown around the huge array of products our keen eyes spotted a few innovative items that will really stand out on the bank and benefit your fishing. Firstly was the much awaited D-Ploy bivvy, constructed from high grade lightweight aluminum poles and single aluminum rear spreader block this lightweight and durable design allows the shelter to be erected in no more than 30 seconds. Various other additions help make this an incredibly user friendly shelter that is entirely versatile to suit every anglers need and will suit the short and long session anglers alike.

DAY TWO: Win 11 packs of Arma Point hooks worth £46. 75Today sees 11 packs of the wickedly sharp and reliable Arma Point hooks on offer. There’s a selection of sizes and patterns and every one could help you hook and land the carp of your dreams. .

This Saturday, May 31st, the Chapmans Angling Store in Hull sees the Fox and Matrix Open Day, hosted by top carp catchers Mark Pitchers and Tom Maker from Fox. They’ll be on hand all day to answer all questions carpy, show you the latest rigs and tactics – including zig rigs and getting the most out of PVA – guaranteed to help you put more fish on the bank, plus the very latest gear from Fox. For commercial match and pleasure anglers, Ricky Teale – top angler and the brains behind the superb Matrix range – will be there to answer any questions you have, from Method and pellet-feeder rigs and killer waggler tactics to pole fishing styles, rigs and when best to use them, as well as demonstrating all the latest Matrix rods, poles, feeders and rigs. A fantastic raffle will also be held on the day, giving you the chance to win some superb prizes including a Fox Supa Brolly shelter and many other great prizes.

Dutch carper Ed Skillz joins Avid Carp. Avid Carp is absolutely delighted to announce renowned Dutch carper Ed Skillz has joined its growing team of Benelux consultants. Ed is an accomplished angler who brings a wealth of carp fishing knowledge to the team. As well as being heavily involved with the development of new products for anglers on the Continent, Ed will also play a large part in the media and marketing of Avid Carp across Europe.

DAY TEN: Win a 3 Rod FX Tri Sleeve, measuring in at 12' long and worth a whopping £94. 99!With just three days left, today sees us giving away a stunning 3 Rod FX Tri Sleeve. Wow, this is getting really interesting now. .