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18 th July 2018
Meeting 'The Maker'
It's not everyday you get to spend a few hours on the bank with one of the finest modern day carp anglers. Our very own Hassan recently spent a day session at the stunning Acorn Carp Fishery with none other than ‘Mr Linear’ himself, Tom Maker.
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18 th July 2018
Thursday Focus - Fly Girls & Fly Girls
Fly fishing conjures images of country estates and landed gentry, ghillies and tweed. It sounds expensive, and its marketing campaigns certainly tend towards the luxury lifestyle rather than the everyday potential.However, as with all aspects of
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17 th July 2018
Wednesday Review - Trakker Propel & Defy Spod/Marker Rods
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… Trakker has now moved on from bivvies, beds, bags and general cooking equipment and are launching two rods: The Propel and The Defy The Big Questions Say what?! Trakker are now selling rods? They are indeed, but
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17 th July 2018
National Fishing Month 2018
Celebrities Endorse National Fishing Month 2018You may have wondered what National Fishing Month is all about. Or why every year during July and August, there is so much talk about angling?Two famous faces who know why fishing is one of the most
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17 th July 2018
Fish O'Mania's Coming Home
Last weekend (Saturday 14th July) saw the Fish O'Mania 2018 Grand Final, a five hour match, fished to Angling Trust and local venue rules on Hayfield Lakes, in Doncaster. With £50,000 up for grabs for the Fish O'Mania Champion, this wasn't your
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17 th July 2018
Tackle Tuesday - Trakker SLX V3 Bivvy
Reviewed by Carpology Magazine… The most comprehensive bivvy on the market just got a tad more comprehensive… Say hi to Trakker’s new SLX V3TRAKKER’S FIRST MID-PRICED pram-hood shelter, the SLX, arrived back in 2009, and it was a hit with
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13 th July 2018
Advanta Saturday - Advanta Ikon Centrepin Reel
Exclusive to Angling Direct, the Advanta range has gone from strength to strength over the years. With items and ranges from the worlds of carp, coarse, match and sea, plus more products in the pipeline it’s fair to say that the brand is now a firm
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11 th July 2018
NEW Angling Direct Preston - Grand Opening Saturday 21st July 2018
It only seems like yesterday we acquired the former Ted Carters of Preston tackle shop. To be fair, it was only a few weeks ago; thanks to a monumental effort from both the staff and the AD team, we are pleased to announce that we are holding a star
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11 th July 2018
Angling Direct Wigan Grand Opening
Glorious Wigan sunshine and temperatures of 27 degrees greeted the Grand Opening of Angling Direct Wigan on Saturday 7th July 2018.There was the small matter of England Vs Sweden kicking off at 3pm in the World Cup Quarter Finals, but this didn’t
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11 th July 2018
Thursday Focus - Water
Whether you’re naturally a cool cat or hot rod, it’s important to stay hydrated during your summer sessions. If you’re out all day, or you’re taking the opportunity to enjoy an angling getaway, having a cooler or coolbag full of your
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