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# Talk Sea Fishing - The Home of UK Sea Angling

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- [Bluefin Tuna Fishing - In Search of Ocean Giants](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bluefin-tuna-fishing-in-search-of-ocean-giants) - Mike Thrussell looks back at an trip that saw him jumping aboard a bluefin tuna tagging expedition, catching a species that has eluded him for 40 years.
- [How to catch red band fish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-catch-red-band-fish) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to catching red band fish, high on the species hunters list, we look at the tactics used to catch them.
- [How to catch herring](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/herring-fishing-how-to-catch-guide) - The Talk Sea Fishing Guide to catching herring, not a common species anglers go out and deliberately target but it is great for eating, a decent bait and a nice have on the species list. Check out our guide for catching them from the boat and shore.
- [How to catch brill](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/brill-fishing-how-to-catch-guide) - The Talk Sea Fishing How To Catch Guide on brill fishing. We take a look at the tactics, techniques and locations to catch yourself a brill.
- [How to catch common skate](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-catch-common-skate) - The Talk Sea Fishing Guide to common skate fishing. We take a look at the areas, tactics and tackle requirements for catching these true leviathans from the boat and shore.
- [How to catch coalfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/coalfish-how-to-catch-coalfish) - The Talk Sea Fishing Guide to coalfish fishing. Whether you want to target these species from the boat or shore, this comprehensive article gives you all the tactics you need to be successful.
- [How to catch dabs](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/dab-fishing-how-to-catch-dabs) - The Talk Sea Fishing How to Catch Guide to Dab Fishing. We go through everything you need to know to catch this flatfish whether you are shore or boat fishing.
- [How to catch whiting](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-catch-whiting) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide on whiting fishing, looking at all of the techniques to catch whiting from shore and boat with bait and lures.
- [Top Five Cod Fishing Baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/top-five-cod-fishing-baits) - Picking out the best baits for a particular species can be a subjective topic. In this article, we outline our top five favourite cod fishing baits, in no particular order.
- [Cod Fishing - How to catch cod](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/cod-fishing-how-to-catch-cod) - One of the most popular target fish for the sea angler, cod can grow big and provide fantastic sport and eating. Our guide to cod fishing looks at targeting them from the shore and the boat, looking at locations, tactics, rigs, baits and more.
- [How to catch spurdog](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/spurdog-fishing-how-to-catch-spurdog) - Our comprehensive guide to Spurdog fishing, everything you need to know to catch this member of the shark family from boat and shore.
- [How to catch haddock](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/haddock-fishing-how-to-catch-haddock) - Haddock is one of the best tasting fish in the sea, learn how to catch haddock from the boat with this Talk Sea Fishing How to Guide.
- [How to catch undulate ray](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/undulate-ray-fishing-how-to-catch-undulate-ray) - How to catch undulate ray, our comprehensive guide on everything you need to know to catch an undulate ray from the boat or shore.
- [How to catch stone basse](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/stone-basse-fishing-how-to-catch-stone-basse) - Want to catch a stone basse? Talk Sea Fishing takes a comprehensive look at where to find them and the best tackle and tactics to catch one.
- [How to catch red mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/red-mullet-fishing-how-to-catch-red-mullet) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide on how to catch red mullet from the boat and the shore in the UK and Ireland.
- [How to catch garfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/garfish-fishing-how-to-catch-garfish) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to garfish fishing, an indepth look at fishing for this athletic species from the boat, shore and on the fly.
- [How to catch black bream](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/black-bream-fishing-how-to-catch-black-bream) - A guide on black bream fishing from the shore and boat, this comprehensive article looks at where to fish, top tactics, tackle and bait.
- [How to catch gurnards](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/gurnard-fishing-how-to-catch-gurnards) - A complete guide to gurnard fishing looking at the main gurnard species, tub gurnard, grey gurnard and red gurnard with an overview of the streaked, long-finned and piper gurnard.
- [How to catch blue shark](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/blue-shark-fishing-how-to-catch-blue-shark) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to blue shark fishing, we take an in-depth look at where to find them, the tactics to use and how to bring them to the boat.
- [How to catch triggerfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/triggerfish-fishing-how-to-catch-triggerfish) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to triggerfish fishing, our guide includes everything you need to know to catch triggers from the boat and shore.
- [How to catch pollack](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/pollack-fishing-how-to-catch-pollack) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to pollack fishing, we look at how to catch pollack from the boat and shore from wrecks, rough ground, reefs and everywhere else.
- [How to catch mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/mullet-fishing-how-to-catch-mullet) - Comprehensive mullet fishing guide covering the best tactics for all three common species including thick-lipped, thin-lipped and golden grey mullet.
- [Twenty Pound Smoothhound Club](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/twenty-pound-smoothhound-club) - Mike Thrussell and Mike Thrussell Jnr look back and three trips that produced three twenty-pound smoothhound from the port of Holyhead.
- [How to catch smoothhound](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/smoothhound-fishing-how-to-catch-smoothhound) - A guide to smoothhound fishing focusing on when, where and how to catch smoothhound from the boat and the shore in the UK and Ireland.
- [How to catch bass](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bass-fishing-how-to-catch-bass) - A guide to bass fishing from the shore and boat. Looking at how to fish different shore marks for bass as well as fishing from the boat and trolling.
- [Fishing Swivels for Sea Anglers](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/sea-fishing-swivels) - A look at the various types of fishing swivels used by the sea angler, looking at each type, their strengths and weaknesses and when to use them.
- [How to catch plaice](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/plaice-fishing-how-to-catch-plaice) - An in-depth guide to plaice fishing looking at the tackle, tactics, when and where to catch them from the shore and the boat.
- [How to catch flounder](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/flounder-fishing-how-to-catch-flounder) - The Talk Sea Fishing guide to flounder fishing looks at all aspects of fishing for this fun, hard fighting species. We go in depth on tactics, tackle, baits and locations for targeting flounder from the beach, estuaries and from a boat.
- [The Perplexing Mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/the-perplexing-mullet) - Ireland's Copper Coast is famous throughout the world for its bass fishing, however little is known about its superb mullet fishing - Wayne Thomas and friend John Avery head to this famous coastline in search of big grey ghosts.
- [Where have all the mackerel gone?](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/where-have-all-the-mackerel-gone) - With anglers in many parts of the UK struggling to find good, consistent catches of mackerel, Ian Nesbitt investigates why catches of this once prolific species have diminished in recent years.
- [Winter Bristol Channel Cod Fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/winter-bristol-channel-cod-fishing) - Wayne Thomas heads to Minehead jumping aboard Osprey for some winter Bristol Channel cod fishing which yields not only cod but rays and conger too.
- [Species Hunting with Lowrance, Florida Style](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/species-hunting-with-lowrance-florida-style) - Mike Thrussell Jnr recently headed out to Florida to check out some gadgety goodness from top boating electronics brands Lowrance and Simrad, in amongst all this tech he also managed to find time to do a bit of fishing, taking part in a friendly species hunting competition.
- [Baiting up a large snake launce](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/baiting-up-a-large-snake-launce) - Kevin Legge holder of the British Tope record demonstrates how he baits up with top big fish bait, snake launce.
- [Shore fishing for ballan wrasse](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-for-ballan-wrasse) - We look at the tackle, techniques and baits needed to target ballan wrasse from the shore.
- [How to build a shore ballan wrasse rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-shore-ballan-wrasse-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a shore ballan wrasse rig.
- [How to make a peeler crab bass bait](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/make-peeler-crab-bass-bait) - A step by step guide to creating a peeler crab bass bait.
- [How to build a rough ground bass rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-rough-ground-bass-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a rough ground bass rig.
- [How to build a surf bass rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-surf-bass-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build a surf bass rig.
- [How to build an estuary bass rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-estuary-bass-rig) - A step by step look at how to build an estuary bass rig.
- [How to build a clipped down pennel pulley cod rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-clipped-pennel-pulley-cod-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at building a pennel pulley cod rig.
- [Shore fishing for conger](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-conger) - WSF takes a look at shore fishing for conger eel, including tactics, baits and top tips.
- [How to build a conger pulley rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-conger-pulley-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a conger pulley rig.
- [How to build a 3-hook shore dab rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-3-hook-shore-dab-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at building a shore dab rig.
- [How to build a 3-hook boom flounder rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-3-hook-boom-flounder-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build a 3 hook boom flounder rig.
- [Shore fishing for huss](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-for-huss) - We take a look at some tackle, tactics and bait required to catch huss from the shore.
- [How to build a shore huss pulley rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-shore-huss-pulley-rig) - A step by step guide at how to construct a pulley rig for huss fishing.
- [How to make a mullet bubble float rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/make-mullet-bubble-float-rig) - A step-by-step guide on how to make a mullet bubble float rig, a highly effective way of presenting baits to surface feeding mullet.
- [How to build an attractor shore plaice rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-attractor-shore-plaice-rig) - A step by step guide to building a 1-hook attractor shore plaice rig.
- [How to build a shore pollack lure rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-shore-pollack-lure-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build a shore pollack lure rig.
- [Shore fishing for stingray](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-for-stingray) - WSF looks at the techniques for catching stingray from the shore.
- [How to build a shore stingray rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-shore-stingray-rig) - WSF gives you a step by step guide to building a shore stingray rig
- [Shore fishing for thornback ray](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-thornback-ray) - WSF looks at the successful techniques you need to catch thornback ray from the shore.
- [How to build a 1-hook clipped down ray rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-1-hook-clipped-down-ray-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at building a 1-hook clipped down ray rig.
- [How to build a triggerfish float rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-triggerfish-float-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a triggerfish float rig.
- [How to build a 3 hook whiting rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-3-hook-whiting-rig) - A step by step guide on how to construct a 3 hook whiting rig.
- [How to build a cod jumper rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-cod-jumper-rig) - A step by step look at how to make a cod jumper rig.
- [Boat fishing for smoothhound](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-smoothhound) - WSF takes a look at the tactics and baits for successful boat fishing for smoothhound.
- [How to bait up with shore crab for smoothhound](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bait-shore-crab-for-smoothhound) - A step by step guide on how to prepare shore crab for smoothhound fishing.
- [How to build an uptide smoothhound rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-uptide-smoothhound-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build an uptide smoothhound rig.
- [Boat fishing for ling](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-ling) - WSF takes a look at the techniques and tactics needed for boat fishing for ling.
- [How to build a boat ling rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-ling-rig) - A step by step guide on how to construct a boat ling rig.
- [How to build a blue shark wire trace](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-build-a-blue-shark-trace) - A step by step guide on how to build a blue shark wire trace.
- [How to build a 1-hook boat black bream rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-build-a-1-hook-boat-black-bream-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to make a boat black bream rig, step by step
- [How to build a plaice drifting rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-plaice-drifting-rig) - WSF take a step by step look at how to build a plaice drifting rig.
- [How to build a boat spurdog muppet rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-spurdog-muppet-rig) - WSF shows you how to construct a boat spurdog muppet rig.
- [How to build a 2-hook boat gurnard rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-build-a-2-hook-boat-gurnard-rig) - WSF shows you how to build a 2-hook boat gurnard rig, step by step.
- [How to build a boat bass flying collar rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-bass-flying-collar-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at building a boat bass flying collar rig.
- [Boat fishing for tope](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-tope) - One of the most sporting fish you can catch in British waters, we take a look at boat fishing for tope.
- [How to build a boat tope mono rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/how-to-build-a-boat-tope-mono-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a boat tope mono rig.
- [Boat fishing for turbot](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-turbot) - A great fighter and fantastic eating fish to boot, WSF takes a look at boat fishing for turbot tactics.
- [How to build a boat turbot spoon rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-turbot-spoon-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build a boat turbot spoon rig.
- [How to build a boat dab rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-dab-rig) - WSF gives you a step by step guide to building a boat dab rig.
- [Boat fishing for coalfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-coalfish) - Boat fishing for coalfish can be exhilarating when you hit them on form. WSF takes a look at how to boat one of these powerful fish from the boat.
- [Boat fishing for huss](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-huss) - If you've ever wanted to catch a boat huss but don't know where to start, the best place to start is right here on WSF, with our boat huss fishing guide.
- [How to make a boat huss squid bait](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/make-boat-huss-squid-bait) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to make a huss squid bait.
- [How to build a boat huss rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-huss-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build a boat huss rig.
- [Half fillet mackerel bait](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/half-fillet-mackerel-bait) - A step by step guide to creating a half fillet mackerel bait
- [Boat fishing for conger eel](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-for-conger-eel) - Ever fancied catching a boat conger eel? Then read our guide on how to boat a conger.
- [How to build a boat conger rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-boat-conger-rig) - A step by step guide on how to build a boat conger rig.
- [Catching big fish when rough ground fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/catching-big-fish-rough-ground-fishing) - South West contributor, Wayne Thomas reveals the basics for catching big fish from rough ground marks.
- [Din Tur Flatanger shore fishing festival](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/din-tur-flatanger-shore-fishing-festival) - Mike Thrussell Jnr heads to mid Norway to cover the inaugural Flatanger Shore Fishing Festival.
- [Travelling angler](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/travelling-angler) - Whilst fishing away from your own grounds can often be productive and expand your angling knowledge, occasionally they don't always go according to plan explains Wayne Thomas.
- [Flamer 4 west country fishing trip](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/flamer-4-west-country-fishing-trip) - Wayne Thomas joins Flamer 4 as she embarks on her annual west country fishing trip to Dartmouth, where plaice are on the menu.
- [Irish Sea wreck fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/irish-sea-wreck-fishing) - Mike Thrussell takes a trip out into the Irish Sea wreck fishing aboard Judy B out of the north Wales port of Pwllheli.
- [Light Rod - Fun Fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/light-rod-fun-fishing) - South West contributor Wayne Thomas relives the joys of his first summer LRF fishing and discovers it is a great way to grab a few moments hassle free fishing whilst on holiday. I have been fishing for over forty years now and tend to view anything new with a mixture of interest and healthy scepticism.
- [Arctic circle cod fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/arctic-circle-cod-fishing) - Mike Thrussell Jnr travels to the Arctic Circle, the land of snow, northern lights and mighty cod for his first ever trip to the magical fishing grounds of Northern Norway.
- [Minehead Spring Ray Hunt](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/minehead-spring-ray-hunt) - South West contributor Wayne Thomas ventures to the seaside resort of Minehead with Combe Martin Sea Angling Club in search of spring Rays.
- [Sark fishing a unique adventure](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/sark-fishing-unique-adventure) - Wayne Thomas, is son and some friends visit the picturesque channel island of Sark, home to some fantastic light tackle shore fishing.
- [Bristol Channel spurdog fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bristol-channel-spurdog-fishing) - South West contributor Wayne Thomas heads to Ilfracombe to board Bluefin for a days spurdog hunting.
- [Cod bonanza on Grimsey Island](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/cod-bonanza-grimsey-island) - Mike Thrussell heads up to the Arctic Circle and the Icelandic island of Grimsey for some awesome cod fishing that also throws up a big shore caught coalfish!
- [Fun Fishing and First Casts](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fun-fishing-casts) - When Sea Ilfracombe approached Combe Martin Sea Angling Club to organize a fishing event to coincide with their Maritime Festival it seemed an opportunity too good to miss. A few months later on September 2nd Club secretary Nick Phillips and I (Chairman) found ourselves on a rainy Sunday morning erecting a gazebo with the help
- [Ammo'd up for Flatfish Fishing, Flamer style!](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/ammod-flatfish-fishing-flamer-style) - I walked along the busy harbour peering into the clear waters, as anglers have a tendency to do. Tucked away in a quieter corner an angler was flicking pieces of bread onto the water. A mullet angler for sure I thought and paused to ask if he had succeeded yet. He replied that he had
- [Baits, Ingredient to Success: Frozen Baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/baits-ingredient-success-frozen-baits) - Wayne Thomas looks at frozen baits and how they are effective for catching all manner of species.
- [2 hook clipped up rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/wsf-rigs-2-hook-clipped-rig) - WSF looks at how to make a 2 hook clipped up rig.
- [Clipped down 1 hook rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/wsf-rigs-clipped-1-hook-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to make the clipped down 1 hook rig.
- [Akureyri shore fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/akureyri-shore-fishing) - With the EFSA Shore Fishing Championships due to be held in Iceland, Wayne Thomas travels to Akureyri to sample some of the fine shore fishing available before the event.
- [How to Build 2-Hook Pennel Rig Variants](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/build-2-hook-pennel-rig-variants) - There are three main ways to set up a pennel rig, WSF takes a look at these three methods, how to build them, when to use them and their advantages and disadvantages.
- [Putsborough Beach Open](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/putsborough-beach-open) - CMSAC Chairman Wayne Thomas takes a look at the Putsborough Beach Open, a nighttime match held on the classic north Devon surf beach.
- [How to catch: Mackerel & Garfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/catch-mackerel-garfish) - The mackerel is instantly recognisable by most people and hard to confuse with any other fish common to UK waters. It has a round slender body with two separate dorsal fins, plus finlets running from the rear of the second dorsal to the tail fin. Its colouring is an iridescent blue/green back with black banding
- [Iceland - shore fly fishing for coalfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/iceland-shore-fly-fishing-for-coalfish) - Mike Thrussell and Francis Jones grab their fly rods and head to northern Iceland for some shore fly fishing for coalfish.
- [Baltimore blue shark fishing & garfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/baltimore-blue-shark-fishing-garfish) - Mike Thrussell is in the Emerald Isle out from Baltimore blue shark fishing as well as targeting garfish.
- [Light tackle Skerries plaice fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/light-tackle-skerries-plaice-fishing) - When it comes to boat flatfish fishing there are few areas that can compete with the famous Skerries Banks off Dartmouth, Wayne Thomas investigates some light tackle plaice fishing over this famous sea angling venue.
- [Cold weather shore cod fishing in Norway](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/cold-weather-shore-cod-fishing-in-norway) - Shore fishing is relatively untapped in Norway, yet the potential is huge. Mike Thrussell heads to Hasvag in the Flatanger region of central Norway to sample some of the fantastic shore cod fishing.
- [Fish spotting lenses: how to pick the right one](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fish-spotting-lenses-pick) - If you are into sight fishing then the choice of lens colour in your sunglasses is fundamental to your angling successes. Here, Jim O'Donnell takes a look at all of the varieties of lens colour and explains their advantages in each given water/weather situation.
- [Shore fishing for halibut](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-fishing-for-halibut) - Mike Thrussell is back in Norway, this time to target one of his favourite species, the most powerful flatfish in the world - the halibut.
- [Fantastic flounder fishing in Donegal](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fantastic-flounder-fishing-in-donegal) - Mike Thrussell teams up with local fisheries officer and angler, Michael Patton to experience some fantastic flounder fishing in Donegal.
- [Bristol Channel ventures - Ilfracombe fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bristol-channel-ilfracombe-fishing) - Ilfracombe has a small fleet of charter boats that give anglers the opportunity to sample exciting and varied sport. As Wayne Thomas found out, there is a huge range of marks within easy reach that provide refuge for many species.
- [Weymouth brill fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/weymouth-brill-fishing) - Wayne Thomas jumps onboard well know Weymouth charter boat, Flamer 3, skippered by Colin Penny in search of brill and turbot on the drift.
- [The Grizzly Ghost Rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/grizzly-ghost-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build the grizzly ghost rig, step by step.
- [Olaf's Icelandic haddock fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/olafs-icelandic-haddock-fishing) - In the second of our exclusive series focusing on Northern Iceland, Mike Thrussell once again teams up with former Welsh International Francis Jones and WSF Member John McInnes in search of haddock and much, much more under the guidance of local guide, Steve Mason.
- [Quiver tip fishing for mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/quiver-tip-fishing-for-mullet) - Wayne Thomas looks at using a quiver tip rod for mullet fishing, a very fun, successful and delicate method of catching these hook shy species.
- [Iceland shore fishing - 600 up in Dalvik](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/iceland-shore-fishing-600-dalvik) - Exclusive to WSF: Ex Welsh International Francis Jones, WSF Member John McInnes and Mike Thrussell head out to Northern Iceland to sample the finest shore fishing any of them have ever experienced with local angling guide, Steve Mason. In four and half hours the quartet land and return over 600lbs of fish!!
- [A look at high speed fishing reels](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/high-speed-fishing-reels) - Des Westmore delves into the murky world of reel retrieves outlining the differences between low and hi-ratio fishing reels and what it means in an angling situation.
- [The odd cast - fishing on a family holiday](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/odd-cast-fishing-on-a-family-holiday) - Wayne Thomas looks at the tricky question of whether or not fishing on a family holiday is acceptable and how the two can be conducted together.
- [Norwegian halibut fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/norwegian-halibut-fishing) - Once more we head north to Norway, this time Mike Thrussell and Barney Wright are in search of halibut, one of the most sort after fish in Europe.
- [Fishing Aberystwyth stone jetty](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-aberystwyth-stone-jetty) - WSF visits Aberystwyth Stone Jetty for a day time session with local angler, Darren Wragg.
- [What's the difference between star and lever drag reels](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/difference-between-star-and-lever-drag-reels) - Des Westmore takes an in depth look at both star and lever drag fishing reels and explains which is the best type of reel for your angling situating.
- [Fishing out of Fleetwood](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-out-of-fleetwood) - WSF visits the north west to join a group of lads fishing out of Fleetwood, aboard Blue Mink, skippered by Andy Bradbury.
- [In the lair of the wolffish!](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/lair-of-the-wolffish-norway) - Mike Thrussell and Barney Wright travel to the Arctic Circle to do battle with some of the ugliest fish alive, but also, one of the sea anglers most sort after captures, the wolffish.
- [Tame More Tope With Circle Hooks](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tame-tope-circle-hooks) - BFM Editor, Dave Barham takes a look at how to use circle hooks for tope for maximum success.
- [Tips on boat fishing with braid](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tips-boat-fishing-with-braid) - Using braid for boat fishing has become standard over the last few years. Mike Thrussell gives you some useful tips on using braided lines when afloat.
- [The Stinger Live Bait Rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/stinger-live-bait-rig) - Jim O'Donnell takes us through the stinger live bait rig.
- [2 hook clipped up rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/2-hook-clipped-up-rig) - WSF takes a step by step look at how to build a 2 hook clipped up rig.
- [Cobh fishing delight!](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/cobh-fishing-delight) - Cobh is the host to several international angling festivals each year and has an enviable reputation as one of Irelands number one sea angling destinations. No stranger to Cork Harbour, Mike Thrussell takes a trip out with Cobh skipper Doney Geary to sample some of the excellent general fishing available.
- [Mike’s top five bass lures](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/mikes-top-five-bass-lures) - You don't have to spend a fortune to enjoy bass fishing, the fact is cheaper lures can catch fish just as well as the more expensive lures can in the right circumstances. Mike Thrussell takes a look his five favourite, reasonably priced bass lures.
- [Mike’s top six bass plugs](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/mikes-top-bass-plugs) - Plugs don't have to be the latest and greatest twenty quid Japanese imports to be successful. Mike Thrussell takes a look at six of his best and most consistent bass fishing plugs that don't cost the earth.
- [Fishing with wire booms - when and where](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-with-wire-booms-when-where) - Whilst plastic booms are in every anglers tackle box and on most shop shelves, wire booms have been left in the dark. Mike Thrussell explains when and where to use wire booms for maximum effectiveness.
- [Smoothhound fishing in Essex](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/smoothhound-fishing-in-essex) - Mike Thrussell and Rob Wyatt head east, Smoothhound fishing in Essex, aboard Cacheflow, skippered by Nicola Sanders
- [Improving bite detection](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/improving-bite-detection) - Bite detection is a fundamental techniques for a shore angler, we look at improving bite detection that will have you striking at fish, not thin air.
- [Fish holding features on surf beaches](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fish-holding-features-on-surf-beaches) - Reading a beach is as fundamental to beach fishing as tying on your favourite hook or casting out your rigs. We take a look at the top ten fish holding features most commonly found on surf beaches.
- [Loppa cod fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/loppa-cod-fishing-norway) - Northern Norway is the home of huge cod, Mike Thrussell heads north to sample Loppa cod fishing, landing his personal best cod and his first ever halibut.
- [Lugworm baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/lugworm-baits) - Once of the most popular and readily available baits for the sea angler, WSF takes a look at lugworm including collection, storage and presentation of lugworm baits.
- [Float Fishing Techniques](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/float-fishing-techniques) - Phil Arnott loves his float fishing, in this article he shares his float fishing techniques for success.
- [The life of Capt. Frank Mundus](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/the-life-of-frank-mundus) - Tony B Burch takes a look at the life of Capt. Frank Mundus, author of Monster Man, renowned shark angling skipper and the inspiration for Quint, in Jaws.
- [Boat fishing leaders](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-leaders) - Often dismissed as not needed for boat fishing, Mike Thrussell looks at the advantages of using monofilament leaders in boat fishing.
- [Frank Mundus on Tagging Sharks](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/frank-mundus-tagging-sharks) - A shark angling legend, the late Frank Mundus discusses shark tagging, its merits and dangers.
- [Of ghosts and greats](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/sea-angling-writers-of-ghosts-and-greats) - Mike Thrussell looks back through sea angling history at some of the sea angling writers who became his heroes and inspired his own sea angling.
- [Fishing in Senja Norway for big cod & coalfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-in-senja-norway) - Mike Thrussell and Barney Wright travel into the arctic circle to sample the awesome cod and coalfish fishing available off the island of Senja. Mike also temps a haddock on the fly whilst Ian Peacock of Dintur hooks an angry angler fish...
- [Blue sharks & specimen pollack](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/blue-sharks-specimen-pollack) - Mike Thrussell, Paul Casey and French journalist Philippe Duchensne head to Castletownbere, Co. Cork in search of blue sharks and specimen pollack.
- [Fishing in Ballycotton](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-in-ballycotton) - Made famous in the early 1900's, Ballycotton is one of the most famous and historical angling ports in Ireland. Mike Thrussell, Mike Jnr and Norman Dunlop venture to this historic port for a day afloat with Pete Manning.
- [Saltwater ground baiting](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/saltwater-ground-baiting) - Little used in saltwater fishing, groundbaiting can be a highly effective way of attracting more fish to your location and triggering a feeding response, WSF explains about how to groundbait in saltwater.
- [Fly fishing for coalfish in Norway](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fly-fishing-for-coalfish-norway) - Norway offers one of the best chances in Europe to catch a big coalfish on the fly, Mike Thrussell heads to Northern Norway to do fly rod battle with a big coalie.
- [Thornback ray fishing in Kerry](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/thornback-ray-fishing-in-kerry) - Whilst bass fishing is the main draw for visits, thornback ray fishing in Kerry is just as good, Mike Thrussell heads to Trabeg Beach to find out more.
- [Bluey Baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bluey-baits) - We take a look at bluey bait, an oily bait that has been highly successful as a bait for various species in the UK.
- [Marine Sportfish Tagging Programme](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/marine-sportfish-tagging-programme) - Mark Corps gives us a fascinating insight into the Irish Marine Sportfish Tagging Programme looking at its history and future in sea angling.
- [Understanding Fluorocarbon Lines](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/understanding-fluorocarbon-lines) - Sea anglers fail to understand the true facts on Fluorocarbon line. So many all too often dismiss it just on price alone, but also, and amazingly, without actually trying it, or even considering when and where it can and will give you a real advantage. WSF dispels some of the myths relating to fluorocarbon lines.
- [Plug fishing for bass](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/plug-fishing-for-bass) - Plug fishing is fast becoming one of the most popular ways to catch bass in the UK, the natural movement and commotion caused by a spluttering plug stimulates the bass' natural predatory instinct and drives them crazy! WSF takes a look at plug fishing for bass.
- [Iceland shore fishing sensation](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/iceland-shore-fishing-sensation) - Mike Thrussell is joined by Barney Wright & Pete Thain on an Icelandic shore fishing adventure, a new fishing destination for all three and one that proves to be full of quality fishing potential.
- [Fishing with sandeel](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-with-sandeel) - A popular, versatile fish bait used to catch numerous species both on shore and afloat, frozen or alive, WSF takes a look at the habitat, collection, storage and use of sandeels as bait.
- [Flying Collar Rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/flying-collar-rig-2) - WSF takes a look at the history of and how to build one of the most used lure rigs for boat fishing, the flying collar rig.
- [Choosing the right leader length](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/choosing-the-right-leader-length) - Leader length is often a confusing issue for newcomers to angling, WSF takes a look at how to decide what is the best leader length for each of your angling situations.
- [Increase your shore species tally](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/increase-shore-species-tally) - There are a staggering amount of species available in UK waters, yet many anglers never seem to bother targeting them, sticking to the same old species they are comfortable with. Have you ever thought of broadening your horizons and fishing for something new and interesting? If so, we take a look at how you can increase your shore species tally.
- [Fishing with shrimps](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-with-shrimps) - Shrimps are one of those baits that never seems to get much attention from many sea anglers, the reality is however that shrimps and prawns and an especially good bait for a wide variety of species.
- [Fishing with hermit crab](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-hermit-crab) - An excellent bait for smoothhound, huss and rays, WSF looks at how to collect, store, prepare and present hermit crabs for bait.
- [Clams](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/clams) - Clams are a very common sight that are little used by the sea angler but offer a great solution either as a standalone or tippet bait.
- [Cockles](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/cockles) - Cockles must be one of the sea anglers least popular bait, yet, it can be very successful, we show you how.
- [Bait digging equipment](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bait-digging-equipment) - The humble fork is the sea anglers best friend, able to dig a variety of different baits. WSF takes a look at this and other types of bait digging equipment in use by the sea angler.
- [Mackerel baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/mackerel-baits) - One of the most popular baits a sea angler can use, mackerel baits are excellent catches of most species frozen or fresh. We take a look at how to collect, store and use mackerel.
- [Mussel baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/mussel-baits) - Mussel is one of the sea anglers most underused baits, yet is is an excellent bait on both clean and rough ground, catches fish all year round and is in plentiful supply that is easy to pick. WSF takes a look at everything you need to know to use mussel as bait.
- [Razorfish baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/razorfish-baits) - Razorfish are a great bait for catching flounder, here we take a look at the collection, storage and presentation of razorfish baits.
- [Squid baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/squid-baits) - A great bait for all manner of species from large cod and huss to black bream, WSF takes a look at using squid as a sea fishing bait.
- [Shore crab baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-crab-baits) - Bass, cod, wrasse and most other things that swim in the sea love them...and so do sea anglers! WSF looks at how to use shore crabs for bait.
- [White Ragworm Baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/white-ragworm-baits) - Great as a tip off bait or used whole, WSF takes a look at where to find and how to collect and use white ragworm.
- [King ragworm baits](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/king-ragworm) - A great bait for just about any species of fish, WSF looks at how to dig, collect and store king ragworm.
- [Shore anglers code of conduct](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/shore-anglers-code-conduct) - Angling is not just about catching fish, it is about contributing to the sport as a whole and becoming an ambassador each and every time you venture out onto your favourite mark. We take a look at some basic common sense points all shore anglers to adhere when angling.
- [Pier fishing tactics](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/pier-fishing-tactics) - A large proportion of sea anglers start their careers at the end of local pier. Yet, many never achieve the catches they should from these structures, simply because they fail to understand the basics of pier fishing. WSF takes a look at how to fish with pier fishing tactics.
- [Scratch fishing tactics](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/scratch-fishing-tactics) - February and March are slow months for the shore sea angler, with sea temperatures at their lowest, a multitude of species offshore spawning and the lull before the summer species return bites are hard to come by. These months are therefore affectionately known as the "scratching months" - we take a look at some sure tactics to make the most of your fishing when bites are at a premium.
- [Long distance reel tuning](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/long-distance-reel-tuning) - Everybody wants that little bit of extra distance on their casts, we look at how long distance reel tuning can add those extra yards onto your cast.
- [Reel tuning and modification](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/reel-tuning-modification) - A look at reel tuning and reel modification to get that extra distance on your cast.
- [How to become a better angler](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/become-better-angler) - All newcomer and beginner anglers want to improve on their fishing, Mike Thrussell gives you ten top tips on how to become a better angler.
- [History of British tuna fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/british-tuna-fishing-the-history-of) - British Tuna Fishing was prolific for a number of years, Mike Thrussell looks at the history of British Tuna Fishing and its future.
- [Getting started with shark fishing](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/started-shark-fishing) - Fancy a bit of shark fishing? Follow our guide on how to get started with sharks.
- [Booking a charter boat](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/booking-charter-boat) - Booking a charter boat can be daunting for the newcomer, WSF gives you some tips on what to look for and be aware of when booking a boat.
- [Boat fishing code of conduct](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/boat-fishing-code-conduct) - Boat angling on a charter boat is one of the most enjoyable experiences in a sea anglers career, a chance to fish in often unknown waters with either new anglers or your friends. This article contains some basic common sense points on how to conduct yourself whilst angling afloat.
- [How to build a tope wire trace](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tope-wire-trace) - WSF shows you how to build a tope wire trace
- [Killer gear](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/killer-gear) - WSF takes a look at how to build the killer gear rig.
- [Baited spoon rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/baited-spoon-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build the baited spoon rig.
- [Uptide rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/uptide-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build an uptide rig.
- [Three hook paternoster rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/three-hook-paternoster-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build a three hook paternoster rig.
- [Long range wishbone rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/long-range-wishbone-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to make a long range wishbone rig.
- [Pulley rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/pulley-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build a pulley rig.
- [Bomber rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/bomber-rig) - WSF shows you how to build a bomber rig.
- [Long and low rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/long-and-low-rig) - WSF takes a look at building a long and low rig.
- [Pennel rig](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/pennel-rig) - WSF takes a look at how to build a standard pennel rig.
- [Fishing with artificial eels, muppets and worms](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-artificial-eels-muppets-worms) - Plastic fantastic! We take a look at a basic way to fish with artificial eels and other soft plastics from the shore and boat.
- [Fishing with Feathers](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-feathers) - Feathers are not only a great way to catch bait for the sea angler but also a great way to catch other predatory species too. WSF takes a look at the different types of feather rigs available for the sea angler.
- [Fishing with spinners](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/fishing-spinners) - Fishing with spinners is an effective way to catch all predatory fish, we take a look at the different types of spinners and how to use them.
- [Choosing the right lead weights](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/choosing-lead-weights) - Lead is a lead, right? Wrong! The wide range of lead shapes, be they for shore or boat, certainly gets confusing. If you're not sure which pattern to choose, then this feature will highlight most of the more common types and assess performance and versatility. BREAKAWAY RELEASE WIRE LEAD This was the main instigator in
- [Understanding Fishing Booms](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/understanding-fishing-booms) - We take an in depth look at fishing booms looking at the different types and the situations you need to use each one and what species they will be good for.
- [Spinning for bass](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/spinning-bass) - Lure fishing is all the rage these days with bass the most popular target for most sea anglers, WSF takes a look at the simple, no frills concept of spinning for bass.
- [How to handle fish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/handle-fish) - How to handle fish correctly is vitally important for their protection and safety when the intention is to release a catch, we look at how to handle fish.
- [Tope and shark weight formula](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tope-shark-weight-formula) - WSF takes a look at the shark weight formula, an accurate way to weigh tope and shark species without causing any injury to the fish.

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## Species

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## Marks

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## Categories

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## Tags

- [black bream](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/black-bream)
- [blue shark](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/blue-shark)
- [brill](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/brill)
- [coalfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/coalfish)
- [common skate](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/common-skate)
- [Conservation](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/conservation)
- [dabs](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/dabs)
- [Environment](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/environment)
- [grey gurnard](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/grey-gurnard)
- [gurnard](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/gurnard)
- [herring](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/herring)
- [mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/mullet)
- [pollack](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/pollack)
- [red gurnard](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/red-gurnard)
- [red mullet](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/red-mullet)
- [stone basse](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/stone-basse)
- [triggerfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/triggerfish)
- [tub gurnard](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/tub-gurnard)
- [whiting](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/whiting)
- [wreckfish](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/tag/wreckfish)

## Regions

- [England](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/where-to-fish/england)
- [East Coast](https://talkseafishing.co.uk/where-to-fish/england/east-coast)