Nash Soluballs for Carp: A Comprehensive Guide to Enhanced Baiting

THERE’S been huge advancement over recent seasons in the variety of baits and baiting tactics used to encourage carp to feed hard. Gary Bayes and the Nashba

Split Shot Fishing Weights: A Comprehensive Guide to Weight Sizes

Shot come in different sizes to help you balance floats precisely, but to get the best presentation it is vital to understand the value of each shot. Here’

Build the Deadly Davo Carp Rig: A Step-by-Step Guide

HERE we bring you a deadly carp rig called the Davo Carp Rig, used by Angler’s Mail carp star Colin Davidson. It incorporates a stiff link. Follow thi

Master Bait Stops: A Video Guide for Anglers

Watch the video to learn about bait stops like these ones, which Angler’s Mail magazine gave away free as a cover gift.   ANGLER’S MAIL mag

Deadbait Hooking Techniques for Pike & Predatory Fish - Expert Tips

WHATEVER method you decide to use when using deadbaits, it is important to know where to place the hooks into deadbaits to get more pike on the bank. On eac

Float Fishing: A Beginner's Guide to Tactics & Techniques

THERE’S no better way of catching fish than to use a float. It’s how most of us started our fishing careers and I have particularly vivid memories of that h

DIY Fruit Boilies for Carp Fishing: A Simple & Affordable Guide

HERE’S a cheap and easy way to make your own brilliant fruit boilies to help you catch carp… but don’t be surprised if you attract chub, roach,

Fly Fishing for Pike: Expert Tips for Summer Success

ANGLER’S MAIL is No.1 for predator fishing advice and tips, with top pike anglers in the team. Here Andy Black offers hints to catch pike in summer, w

DIY Skittle Float: Build Your Own Balsa Fishing Float - Angler's Mail

THE skittle float was invented by the late Pat Tarrant, who was one of the best float innovators of all time. Basically it was designed to be fished with b

Expert Guide: How to Make Effective Liquid Bread Groundbait for Fishing

ANGLER’S MAIL columnist Bill Rushmer is a baits expert and loves nothing better than sharing his knowledge of the best ways with supermarket baits.  B

Method & Pellet Feeder Guide: Tips & Tricks from Angler's Mail

Angler’s Mail man Steve Lockett was  out using the gift that readers received – a flatbed Method feeder or flatbed Pellet feeder, that’s also ha

Safe Barbel Handling: A Guide to Catch & Release

THE care of barbel after capture is particularly important in summer conditions, when low oxygen levels mean that an exhausted fish will need to be carefull

Korda Expert Richie Lofthouse: Mastering Carp Rigs & Baits

RICHIE LOFTHOUSE – one of the Korda carp boys – stars in the Angler’s Mail magazine this week and gives an insight into how to make a terr

How to Use a Bubble Float: A Comprehensive Guide

Zig Rig Fishing: A Complete Guide to Catching Carp

Carp are particular about the depth of water they will frequent so adjust the length of the zig rig’s trace until you find the fish. Try to keep you

Grinner Knot: A Reliable Fishing Knot for Big Fish - Step-by-Step Guide

THE grinner is an excellent fishing knot for tying line to swivels or hooks and is arguably the most reliable knot for big fish uses if it is tied properly.

Effective Fake Corn Baits for Carp & Bream: A Complete Guide

Fake corn in carious colours regularly fools giant carp and bream. Pick the right weight of the hook and you can pop-up a buoyant grain of fake corn or maiz

Mastering Fishing Line Spooling: Tips & Techniques

HERE is some top advice from Angler’s Mail magazine on how to load your reel and get the best from your fishing lines. If you get this week’s is

Carp Fishing Gear for Beginners: Essential Tackle & Expert Tips

STARTING a fully fledged carp fishing career can be a daunting prospect, but if you intend to try your luck at banking some real whoppers then you’ll need t

DIY White Chocolate Pop-Up Boilies for Carp Fishing | Angler's Mail

ANGLER’S MAIL carp fishing columnist Colin Davidson shows you how to make his brilliant white chocolate pop-up boilies. With high visibility and ele