Tackle
Good tackle suits the fishing you do. Here you’ll find advice on rods, reels, bait and bankside equipment, including how different parts of a setup work together and which features are worth paying for. Whether you’re putting together your first kit or replacing a well-used item, the aim is to help you choose with confidence.
Start in the middle: a brolly with storm sides usually gives more usable protection than a basic umbrella without the bulk or cost of an oval shelter.
Bankside Equipment17 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Short ready-elasticated margin poles (5-6 m) suit most UK stillwaters; simple whips are preferable for canals. Check rod licence, landing net and unhooking mat before you fish.
Rods & Reels15 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Practical guide to choosing a fishing chair for day sessions, covering weight, stability, adjustable legs, mud feet, padding and when to invest in a recliner or accessories.
Bankside Equipment10 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
A concise shortlist for method feeder pellets and hookbaits on small commercial lakes. Covers pellet size, oil content, wafters, banded pellets, seasonal tweaks and venue rules.
Bait and Terminal Tackle9 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Shortlist of feeder rods for UK small commercial lakes with clear advice on length, casting weight, quivertips, reels, line and rigs for accurate short range fishing.
Rods & Reels8 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
For a simple coarse setup choose a mid-sized carryall (30 to 45 litres) with a wipe-clean base, solid zips and a padded strap. A wide opening keeps fish-care kit and tackle easily reachable.
Bankside Equipment3 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
A 3000–4000 fixed-spool reel in the £50–£90 range is the ideal start for UK feeder anglers. Match reel size to rod length and distance for comfort and consistent casts.
Rods & Reels3 Oct 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
A concise guide to bait and terminal tackle for beginners: maggots, sweetcorn, bread, hooks, floats, non-toxic shot, legal rules in England and Wales and a practical shopping list for a first stillwater trip.
Bait and Terminal Tackle28 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Clear guidance on what a method feeder kit includes, the three kit types, recommended products and how to choose feeder weights and moulds for UK commercial waters.
Bait and Terminal Tackle28 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
A practical guide to choosing a coarse fishing landing net for beginners: why soft knotless mesh, a 40-50cm spoon head and a 2.7-3m telescopic handle are the best start.
Bankside Equipment28 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Practical guidance to choose the best float rod for beginners in the UK. Focus on 12 ft rods, through action, light to medium power and sensible budgets for a confident first purchase.
Rods & Reels28 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Choose a 2500 or 3000 match reel with 6-8 lb mono as the best float fishing reel for beginners. It keeps balance, suits UK stillwaters and fits a modest budget.
Rods & Reels28 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team
Practical advice on choosing a beginner coarse fishing kit for canals and stillwaters. Learn core essentials, what to avoid in cheap bundles and what to buy before your first session.
Rods & Reels27 Sept 2026By Lake & Lines Editorial Team