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WHAT IS A HOOKLENGTH MATERIAL? The hooklength is the smaller section of line which is attached to the hook and can be tied in many ways. For a more in depth guide on how to attach the hook with a strong knot please check out our Top five strongest fishing Knots Guide. The hooklength will then be attached to the mainline usually with a swivel or...
There's a variety of different seat box designs from more simplistic box designs to extendable and adjustable boxes with addable attachments. This guide will cover the main things to look for when buying a seat box and cover some of the benefits and drawbacks of using them. We also have a Buyers Guide to Fishing Chairs if seat boxes don't fit...
Being able to weigh a fish and see if you have beaten your PB is a great part of fishing. Therefore having some weighing scales should be essential for most anglers. This guide will cover the different types of scales and tips on how to use them. We also have a Buyers Guide to Unhooking mats which covers everything you need to know before buying...
Telescopic rods are very versatile, easy to carry and affordable. This makes them great for traveling just like multi piece travel rods. Although there are pros and cons of both which this guide will cover and hopefully help you choose the best rod for you.  There's many different fishing brands which now do telescopic rods including Fox,...
Stalking rods are a great way to get up close to the water and target visible fish near the surface. These rods are generally smaller than the average Carp rod as they don't need the extra length for distance casts. However, they still come with high strength and powerful through action allowing you to control and land large Carp from near the...
Spodding is a great way to accurately bait up a swim. However it's important to have the correct gear and tackle to make things easier. This guide will cover everything you need to start spodding and include some helpful tips along the way. We also have a Spod Vs Spomb Guide which covers the benefits and downfalls of both. CHOOSING THE RIGHT...
There's a wide variety of spinning rods with different lengths, rod actions and casting weights. This guide will cover everything you need to know about spinning rods and help you decide what type of spinning rod will best suit your style of fishing. We also have a Beginners Guide to Soft Plastics and Jig Heads which covers everything you need...
Pike rods are available in a variety of lengths, powers and tip action. It's important to be able to choose the right tool for the job. This guide will cover the main features of Pike rods and everything you need to know before buying one. We also have a guide on both Hard Plastic Lures and Soft Plastics with Jig Heads if you're interested....
With the use of marker floats we can learn more about the water's bottom and can help us find underwater features such as thick silt beds and bars. Although marker floats are useful in certain situations there are some reasons why you may decide to not use one. This guide will cover everything you need to know about marker floats and help you...
Float fishing is a popular way of fishing and can be used to catch a variety of different species. This guide will cover everything you need to know about float fishing while using a rod and reel. We also have a Buyers Guide to Fishing Poles if you're interested in float fishing with a pole instead.   STYLE OF FLOAT Straight floats are the most...
Essentially Quiver tip rods are the same as feeder rods. Both rods are designed for bottom fishing with feeders and without the use of a float. There's also a variety of rod and tip options available which will be covered in this guide.  ROD LENGTH The first thing to consider when buying a rod for feeder fishing will be its length. The rod's...
Sea fishing is such a popular sport and by using a boat we can reach species which we  couldn’t from the shoreline. It's also important to note that there are many sea fishing trips available out there which don't require you to have any gear, even the bait is supplied.  This guide will cover the different types of gear you may need while...

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