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1 week ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
Delve into the world of running water fishing and experience some of the most enjoyable angling the UK has to offer. Surprisingly, it’s quite straightforward!While lakes and ponds dominate much of our fishing scenery, a simple mention of river fishing often brings a knowing smile to the faces of seasoned anglers. There’s a unique thrill in catching fish in flowing waters that resonates deeply with many of us.
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1 week ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
You don’t have to fall in to know you were close. Sliding down a muddy bank, towards the water, rod in one hand, bait bag in the other, heart doing that little flutter as the water edges a bit too close. One second of clumsiness and you’re in. Clothes soaked. Pride gone. If you're lucky, that's all it is. But every year, for a few anglers, it’s not.
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2 weeks ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
Is the four-wheel transporter from Matrix as good as barrows get? We find out... from MatrixGetting my kit from the van to my peg used to take multiple exhausting trips, but the Matrix 4 Wheel Transporter has completely changed that. I’ve used two-wheeled barrows in the past, and the strain they put on your forearms was uncomfortable, and on longer walks, I’d often have to stop and rest. Straight away, I was impressed by how easy it was to set up.
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3 weeks ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
A behind the scenes look at the competitive subculture of anglingThere’s something about match day that gets you out of bed easier than usual. It’s early, it always is, but there’s a buzz, the excitement as you’re preparing your flask, and it’s not just another day. It’s something to look forward to. A proper day out. Not one you spend shopping or stuck in traffic, but one where you sit by the water with a few like-minded souls and try to catch a fish or two. Or fifty, if you’re lucky.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
The 'Lift Method' is a perfect way top catch big fish on the float. A float slowly rising from the water can be mesmerising. A calm, purposeful lift that clearly says fish on, with total certainty. Thats the lift method, one of the most elegant and effective ways to fish in the margins.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
These tips will help you catch more from your local snake lake!At first glance, a snake lake doesn’t look like much. They're narrow, and can feel like there is little room, but underestimate it at your peril. These canal like venues, often no more than 11 to 16 metres across, initially designed for matches, are seriously productive in summer. Get things right, and you’ll be hauling from the first put-in to the last.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
This simple guide will help you choose the perfect carp rod... With a sea of carp rods on the market all claiming to be the next best thing since sliced bread. Carbon this, shrink-wrap that, 50mm butt guides and laser-etched reel seats, it’s enough to make your head spin, especially if you’re just starting out. But really, choosing the best carp rod for beginners isn’t that complicated when you break it down.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
We explain the differences in rod actions in this simple and helpful guideEver wondered why some rods bend to the butt and others feel like broom handles with a reel seat? That’s the rod action, not some jargon, or marketing, but the actual way the carbon responds under pressure. It’s what gives a rod its character. Understanding it, isn’t just for tackle tarts or gear geeks, it’s the first step to picking the right tool for the job.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
Let’s be honest, tying spade end hooks by hand can be a right fiddle. Get it wrong and you’ve either kinked your hooklength or left a weak spot that’s bound to let go when it matters most. That’s where the the humble hook tyer comes in. The matchman hook tyer is a pocket-sized gadget that brings consistency, neatness and speed to your prep, and once you’ve nailed the process, you’ll wonder how you ever got by without it.
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1 month ago | 
anglingtimes.co.uk | Jonathan Longden
Learn how to create perfect uniform loops every time!When it comes to tying pole rigs and hooklengths, a consistent loop isn’t just for show, it plays a crucial part in performance, presentation and reliability of the rig. That’s where the humble looptyer come in. It’s one of the simplest gadgets in the tackle box, yet once you’ve used one properly, you’ll wonder how you ever managed without it. No more guesswork, no more loops that slip or end up different sizes.
