Over 250 events in flagship month for angling. After its official opening at the CLA Game Fair yesterday, it's full steam ahead for National Fishing
Month (NFM) organised by the Angling Trades Association and its
supporting partners. To date, over 250 events have been registered on the official NFM website
(www. nationalfishingmonth.
50lb fish found floating in Berkshire Syndicate. The famous Black Swan syndicate, near Reading in Berkshre has lost one of it’s A list fish, in the shape of the famous ‘Big Common. ’ The massive fish weighed 51lb when it was taken from the lake, leaving everyone - including the bailiff Simon Bartlam shocked and saddened. He explained: “ The fish was seen just a couple of weeks ago swimming around and feeding, and when it was pulled from the lake it wasn’t like it was full of spawn – so why it passed away is something of a mystery really.
Big crowds expected at countryside spectacular. Tomorrow
marks the opening of the world's leading countryside event, which is
being held once again in the grounds of the beautiful Ragley Hall in
Warwickshire. Over three days, from July 19th to 21st, more than
100 exhibitors will be showcasing the latest and greatest tackle from
the angling world to inspire you, while you can witness demonstrations
from some of the world's best anglers in sea, fly, carp and general
coarse fishing. But the Country Land & Business Association
(CLA) Game Fair isn't all about fishing – you and your family can also
enjoy everything to do with the countryside, including food, horses,
falconry, guns and gun dogs, clay shooting, archery, craft village,
clothing and much more.
• Lightweight, yet strong and durable• Cleverly designed inner pole has a flat side to ensure locking• Smart and attractive design• Available in 8, 12 and 16inPrice: £19. 99Website: www. wychwood-carp. co.
• Unique design allows bait screws to be attached to any rig without disassembly • Vast array of coloured options • Lightweight design to minimise weight added to the baitPrice: £2. 99Website: www. avidcarp. com.
• Leadcore leader material• Broken camouflage design• Dense, supple material• Available in two colours, Light Camo and Dark Camo on 7m and 25m spoolsPrice: £5. 49 to £14. 99Website: www. foxint.
• Ideal for stalking or surface fishing sessions• Two internal and two smaller external pockets • Adjustable shoulder strap • Made in the UK Price: £35Website: www. loneangler. co. uk.
• Five in the range to cover all hook-sharpening situations• Strong, robust design• User-friendly size fits in the tackle box • Comfortable handlePrice: £5. 99 to £9. 45Website: www. taskacarp.
• Mid-sized reel in the XTR-RA Baitrunner range • Balanced, double handle• Supplied with a spare anodised spoolPrice: £194. 99Website: www. shimano. com.
If you want to boost the attraction of your hook bait just moments before casting out then you might want to take a closer look at this pungent spray, aptly named Stinky Stuff. The handy aerosol is filled with an intriguingly pongy attractor that literally coats your bait with fish-pulling draw and, as anybody who has got some on their hands or clothing will testify, it stays on the bait for ages. In fact, we would advise using gloves it’s that strong. Results on the match scene have already been phenomenal and the product is now being targeted at carp anglers.