Against the Flow – Wading through eastern Europe, by Tom Fort, published by Century
Two visits to the same areas of eastern Europe by Tom Fort who was, on the second trip, 20 years older himself, is a cautionary tale which has many parallels in the UK
Fly Fishing for Pike, by David Wolsoncroft-Dodds, Quiller Publishing Ltd
This is an increasingly popular way of catching pike, and Rod Sturdy reviews this first-class guide for those interested in taking it up.
Review – Inspect a Wexford
If you want to look good on the river bank, Gary Cullum suggests you take a good look at the Wexford leather boots from Dubarry of Ireland.
Review – Quest Baits Chubby Chops and Barbel Chops
They've been on the market for a while now and Jeff reviews them here as well as their accompanying pastes.
Review – John Wilson's 501 Fishing Tips 2
The second of John Wilson's books containing tips for the coarse angler, Jeff reviews it here.
New Book – All Wind and Water
The second of Cliff Hatton's Medlar Press trilogy 'All Wind and Water - a Pike-Fisher's Guide to the Fens' is now available. More here ...
Choosing a Split-Cane Barbel Rod
Food for thought. "A dedicated angler may spend more of his life holding his fishing rod, than he does holding his wife".
Review – Shimano Stradic GTM-RC 2500
Looking for a new match reel? Read this before deciding as Jeff Woodhouse takes us through a gruelling test.
