As well as producing baits that are effective and which undoubtedly catch carp, Marukyu also has a 100 per cent environmentally friendly policy, by which I mean all of its baits are fish-friendly and environmentally safe. A classic example is this sweetcorn, which you may mistake for plastic imitation hook baits but which is, in fact, made of 100 per cent natural ingredients. It’s packed full of attractors and resembles real corn superbly. It’s also really easy to use and comes complete with a small amount of liquid attractor in the sealed pouch.
I’ve long been a fan of the PJPU range of pop-ups and use them extensively in my fishing. When these two flavours landed on my desk I immediately thought: “Winter winners”. They’re both from PJPU’s classic range of flavour combinations and each smells absolutely fantastic. The Tutti Frutti is an absolute classic and is available in a range of sizes in orange, yellow, off-white and magenta.
• Hi-viz green, slow-sinking, fake-maize hook baits• Mouthwatering citrus aroma • 10 pieces per pack with matching hair stopsRRP: £2. 49FOR MORE DETAILS GO TO: www. korda. co.
I’ve been sent a few bags of this wonderfully smelling bait and I’m absolutely smitten with it. The unmistakable aroma reminds me of an ingredient in a bait that I’ve tested before but which I cannot quite put my finger on. Whatever the case, breaking one open reveals plenty of ingredients and further releases its distinctive smell. A bait’s smell isn’t everything, of course, but I reckon the Equinox is well set to add to CC Moore’s already hugely successful line-up of baits.
• A complete bait system for creating your own high-attract snowman rigs• Includes 15mm bottom baits, 10mm fluorescent pop-up and dip• Available in a range of flavours to complement the Nash rangeRRP: £6. 99Website: www. nashtackle. co.
• High-attract hook baits with the dual Layerz technology • Natural kelp and spirulina add a highly attractive element to the bait• The outer coating breaks down revealing a high-nutrient, needle-friendly boilieRRP: £6. 99Website: www. layerzbaits. co.
Dynamite has taken the ever-popular Monster Tiger Nut and included a fruit, feed-inducing palatant to give it a twist that will deliver the goods, resulting in a very distinct fruity aroma with a pleasant nutty undertone. The bait’s appearance is equally appealing in a soft pink coloration. Present in the range are shelf-life baits, available in 1kg and 5kg bags in 10, 15 and 20mm. Plus, by popular demand, Dynamite has produced both 1kg and 5kg bags of freezer bait available in 15 and 18mm.
At first glance, the steep price tag may look unappealing but grab a bottle of this stuff and give it a go. On opening the bottle a salty fish aroma hits you that resembles the smell of ground fish. Put a good helping of the liquid onto a hook bait and the thickness sticks brilliantly, even on impact with the water. With it being PVA-friendly I wouldn’t be averse to putting a squirt or two in a bag to increase the pulling power or adding it to a stick mix.
The large amounts of selected seaweeds make this a highly nutritional bait, packed with natural attractionRRP: £9. 99Contact: 0300 303 1012 or www. marukyu. co.
Pop-up hook baits that perfectly match the Top Banana boilies. A free Pot Shot of liquid comes in every tub. Available in 11, 14 and 18mmRRP: £7. 50 Contact: 01322 277345 or www.
The High Impact range of shelf-life boilies presents the modern-day angler with a complete food source of the highest quality. By gathering and refining decades of experience and research, Mainline has utilised the information into creating a high-grade base mix and the latest, exclusive liquid-additive range. Products within the range include boilies, pop-ups and Hookbait Enhancement System dips. Price: £6.
- Low oil concentration- Perfect for low water temperatures- Enhanced with tiger-fish flavouring- Available in 2, 4 and 6mm Price: £3. 99 Website: www. sonubaits. com.
These highly digestible green pellets are available in 2, 3, 4 and 6mm. Packed with active feed stimulators, such as the ever-popular betaine, and numerous palatable ingredients, including fish oil, fishmeals and spirulina, this produces a pellet that leaches aminos and attractants that regularly draw fish in. Perfect for use in PVA bags or sticks, as well as loose feed or an inclusion into spod or bait mixes. (DM)Price: £4.