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Coarse Fishing Guides & Tackle Advice

Practical coarse and match fishing guides for anglers choosing tackle for commercials, rivers, canals and mixed-species venues.

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Start with the buying guides most useful for building or upgrading a reliable coarse fishing setup.

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Pellet Waggler Rods

In this guide, I will take you through what features and attributes to look out for in the best pellet waggler rods. I’ll also offer some suggestions on some pellet waggler rods...

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Pellet Waggler Reels

In this article, I will explain what features to look for in the best pellet waggler reels as well as provide 5 suggestions that I consider some of the best on the market today.

Updated 11 Jul 2026

Best Pellet Waggler Floats

This article reviews 5 of the best pellet waggler floats, explains what makes them good and also details what features to look for in a great float for pellet waggler fishing.

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best River Fishing Rods

This article details 7 of the best river fishing rods that cater for different fishing circumstances and budgets. River fishing float and feeder rods are both included as well as...

Updated 6 Jul 2026

Best Tench Fishing Rods

In this article, I'll talk through what specific features to look for in the best Tench fishing rods for float, feeder, and ledger fishing. Ill also show you 6 great options that...

Updated 5 Jul 2026

Best Barbel Rods

In this article, we've assembled a list of the best barbel rods around and will answer some common questions we get asked all the time.

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Updated 14 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Power Banks

This article details 5 of the best fishing power banks on the market today from small, portable power banks, to large heavy-duty power packs.

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Catapults

This article will detail 7 of the best fishing catapults in the tackle shops today. Different angling disciplines require a different catapult and this guide will suggest good...

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Whips

This guide details 5 of the best fishing whips on the market today. I'll also talk through what features to look for in a great fishing whip and answer some of the frequently asked...

Updated 12 Feb 2024

Fishing Rod Test Curve Calculator

If you are having trouble deciding what test curve rod is best for you, then fear not as our handy fishing rod test curve calculator will point you in the right direction.

Updated 14 Jul 2026

Best Meat Cutters For Fishing

This article will suggest 5 of the best meat cutters for fishing based on my personal experiences with them alongside other anglers who have provided positive reviews.

Updated 12 Jul 2026

Best Line For Waggler Fishing

In this article, I will take you through what features to look for in the best line for waggler fishing and put forward some suggestions of some tried and tested lines.

Updated 11 Jul 2026

Best Line For Method Feeder Fishing

This article details everything you will need to know in order to choose the best line for method feeder fishing depending on your specific circumstances.

Updated 13 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Rod For Beginners

This article will take you through everything you need to know to make an informed choice on the best fishing rod for beginners based on a number of different fishing disciplines.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Day Shelter

This article will outline everything you need to know to make an informed decision on what the best fishing day shelter would be for your specific angling needs.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Landing Net Handle

In this article, we will take you through the 7 best landing net handles on the market today. These handles have all been tried and tested by ourselves for quality and have many...

Updated 15 Jul 2026

Electric Fishing Trolleys

In this article, we are looking at electric fishing trolleys. We are in the fortunate position of having experienced using them on a number of sessions. This guide will take you...

Updated 13 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Knives

This article will suggest 7 of the best fishing knives that tick all the required boxes needed in a top knife.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Tackle Boxes

In this article, we are looking at the best fishing tackle boxes available in the UK right now. So, if you enjoy carp or match fishing, you’ll find a way of organising your kit...

Updated 13 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Bib And Brace

This article details some candidates for the best fishing bib and brace available right now. Top features, pros & cons are revealed in this top guide.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Seat Boxes

This article will explain what features to look out for in the best fishing seat boxes as well providing insight on the different types and when best to use them.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Pole Elastics

In this article, we are talking pole elastic, and we want to show you some great options for a range of fishing applications and ultimately answer the question of what are the best...

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Pole Rollers

In this article, we will talk you through the best pole rollers and even show you some great suggestions to suit all budgets.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Polarised Sunglasses For Fishing

Polarised glasses are more than just looking ‘cool'. They are a vital tool that can give you the edge when fishing. So what are the best polarised sunglasses for fishing...

Updated 11 Jul 2026

Best Barbel Baits

What are the best barbel baits? Well, we've given it some thought and assembled a detailed list of 9 really effective baits to try.

Updated 5 Jul 2026

Best Barbel Reels

In this article, we go into detail on what features to look out for in the best barbel reels, as well as showcasing 9 of the best barbel fishing reels on the market today.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Waders

In this article, we will take you through the different types of fishing waders in the UK and provide some insight on what goes into the best fishing waders on the market today.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Boots

In this article, we will show you the best fishing boots for a variety of fishing situations and explain one or two of the things that make our selections so great.

Updated 2 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Chairs

In this article, we will take you through the 15 best fishing chairs on the market today to help you make your fishing trips as comfortable as they can be.

Updated 5 Jun 2024

Pet Friendly Log Cabins With Fishing

Going on a family fishing holiday sounds fun, but you will want to bring all the family, including four-legged friends. In this article, we are looking at some great venues with...

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Hook Baits For Method Feeder

In this article we will look at the best hook baits for method feeder fishing. We are going to offer some key advice and also give you some great suggestions.

Updated 14 Jun 2024

Feeder Fishing Tips

The 15 top feeder fishing tips in this article will help gain an advantage not only over other anglers but also the fish themselves.

Updated 15 Jul 2026

Best UK Online Fishing Tackle Shops

This article details everything you need to know when looking for fishing tackle online and advises on 5 reputable stores that are considered some of the best UK online fishing...

Updated 5 Jun 2024

What Is Coarse Fishing

This article answers the question of what is coarse fishing as well other common questions on the sport and how to get started.

Updated 15 Jul 2026

What is an F1 Carp

This article answers the question of what is an F1 carp and details everything you need to know about the fish and how to catch them.

Updated 17 Jul 2026

The Best Float Fishing Reels

The best float fishing reels will allow you to cast a light float with pinpoint precision and reap the benefits when you are reeling in. This article will look at what goes into...

Updated 17 Jul 2026

The Best Feeder Reels

A number of factors go into the best feeder reels. In this article, we'll look at a couple of really good options that should help to get a bend in your rod and plenty of fish on...

Updated 17 Jul 2026

The Best Fishing Line For UK Fishing

Fishing line is clearly one of the fundamentals of fishing. This article will go into depth about what things you need to consider and how you can decide on the best fishing line...

Updated 11 Jul 2026

The 5 Best Pole floats for pellet fishing

In this article we are going to look at a few ideas and concepts so that you can make an informed choice on the best pole floats for pellet fishing.

Updated 17 Jul 2026

5 Best fishing poles under £500

In this article we are going to have a quick run through what pole fishing is all about and give you some suggestions on the best fishing poles under £500 today.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Poles for Margin Fishing

This article aims to provide you with a complete guide to the best poles for margin fishing and should hopefully help you choose the right margin pole for your specific...

Updated 5 Jul 2026

6 Best Fishing Poles for Beginners

This article seeks to provide some clarity on the basics of a fishing pole and the different types available in order to help decide on the best fishing poles for beginners.

Updated 12 Jul 2026

4 Best Fishing Chairs With A Rod Holder

Fishing chairs with a rod holder offer the practicalities of a seat box and the comfort levels of a chair. This article goes into detail with the 4 best on the market today.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

The 7 Best Fishing Trolleys

In this article we are going to look at what makes the best fishing trolleys and give you some idea as to what we think are worthy contenders.

Updated 15 Jul 2026

The 8 Best Fishing Games on Android

Fishing games aren’t as fun as the real thing, but they may keep the withdrawal symptoms at bay. We take a look at the 8 best fishing games on Android today.

Updated 17 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Scales

By using fishing scales, you can accurately and easily remove any doubt. This article details the key features of the best fishing scales on the market today.

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Float Fishing Rods

In this article we are going to look at exactly what goes into the best float fishing rods and how you can make the best choice.

Updated 8 Jul 2026

Best Feeder Rods

This article runs through some essential features found in the best feeder rod for coarse fishing that should help you up your catch rate significantly.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

Best Fishing Umbrellas

This article will shine some light on what you should look for in the best fishing umbrellas, and we’ll even throw in a few suggestions of our own for good measure.

Updated 10 Jul 2026

5 Best Telescopic Fishing Rods

In this article we explore some of the best telescopic fishing rods in the UK today and what you should look out for when considering a purchase.