Fishing Tackle UK

Personally, I don't normally buy Sea Angler magazine these days due to a lack of innovative content but I have to congratulate the guys over at Sea Angler HQ for a wonderful May/June publication. The reason why issue 453 stands out is that it features a 35-page special on bass tackle and techniques - in fact the only reason I picked it up from the newsagent shelf was that the cover showed some Japanese, Varivas braid and a fancy looking lure. A quick flick through revealed articles on plugging estuaries from the boat, and an interesting looking review of modern bass fishing by Henry Gilbey, complete with shots of a Tenryu Red Dragon Express, a Van Staal and a box Read the rest of this entry »

There has been some talk on internet fishing forums & chat rooms that Daiwa will update the existing Saltiga Z range of heavy-duty spinning reels this year. If the rumours are true this might see Daiwa include their latest technologies in one of the best reels on the planet. New innovations like 'Mag Sealed' waterproofing could be included, as featured in this year's release of the new Daiwa Certate in Japan.

Details are sketchy but it is rumoured that a new colour Read the rest of this entry »

It's always a good year when Shimano bring out a new Stella - the flagship fishing reel in their range. Luckily for us, 2010 is one of those years. Introducing the new Shimano Stella featuring X-SHIP (Extra Smooth & High Power).

As you can see, the reel has been aesthetically modified once more and is as beautiful as ever. I'm sure this will be enough for some anglers to part with a large chunk of change, however Shimano have added so much more in this new model. At the heart is X-SHIP. The 'Extra Smooth' appears to come from improved bearing placement on the main shaft. The reel also features Shimano's Full Floating Shaft. The 'High Power' is driven by a new design with a larger Read the rest of this entry »

UPDATE (19th October 2010) - Click here for Tackle & Guns Show 2010

Fishing-Tackle.co.uk were warmly welcomed to the 2009 Tackle & Guns Trade Show on Sunday 18th October, at Stoneleigh Park. And what a show it was...

The T&G show celebrated its 10th anniversary in style with more exhibitors than ever before (over 130) - testament to the excellent standards experienced. Exhibitors and organisers certainly put a great amount of effort into presentation. T&G report that the initial tally looks like the number of buyers was one of the highest ever as well - amazing considering the current financial climate. It looks like UK tackle retailers are looking optimistically at 2010, which is great news for everyone. Read the rest of this entry »

Those of you that follow my Twitter posts (Tweets) will know that I have just returned from a break in Corfu, Greece. As ever, a highlight for me in any trip abroad is a visit to a Tackle Shop - in this case I visited a couple of stores in Corfu Town.

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of kit on offer. In terms of lures there were the expected brands like Rapala and Yo-Zuri, but also Lucky Craft, Smith and Shimano Butterfly Jigs. I also found a Ryobi Safari big game fixed spool which really is top-flight tackle. Rod choice on the other hand was a bit limited where I looked.

I had one item on my shopping list and I'm glad to say I got what I wanted. I've been attracted by a new type of jigging, originating in Japan. I'm not actually sure what the official name for it is yet but Shimano's range of suited lures is named 'Lucanus'. There are also ranges from Daiwa (Conch Jigs) amongst others. The only kind I'd managed to purchase in the UK was a Yabai Jig from Williamson - set me back a pretty penny too (£9). In Corfu I managed to purchase one of these jigs from a brand I've never come across before now - Alpha Tackles - the packaging says they are Japan made. I'm not so sure the quality is up to that but either way I was happy with a 100g version for 7 Euro. The model is a 'Sea Grand - Salty Rubber Jig'. I'll hopefully report how these perform next season. Read the rest of this entry »