News: conservation, legislation and fly fishing across the UK
Wild Atlantic salmon is now endangered in UK waters, catch limits are tightening across Scotland and Ireland, and the pressure on rivers from pollution, abstraction and habitat loss has never been greater. For anyone who fishes for wild trout, sea trout or salmon, staying informed has never mattered more.
Trout & Salmon’s news section covers the stories that shape the sport – conservation developments, regulatory changes, river conditions, hatchery programmes, fishing access disputes and the environmental battles being fought on behalf of the fish we love. We report across England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland, with a close eye on the science and the policy driving change.
This is news written by anglers who understand what’s at stake – on the riverbank and in the legislation that governs it.
Reviewed: 11 cassette reels for 7wt and 8wt fly lines, ideal for stillwater trout, suitable for sea trout and light salmon fishing
Designed to imitate emerging flies on rivers and stillwaters, the Klinkhamer is also used in duo rigs.
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A subtle fly for deep water when grayling have seen too many pink or garish patterns
Tested: 11ft-11ft 9in double-handers for 7wt and 8wt lines, ideal for low-water salmon fishing
Tested: 10ft seven-weights for reservoirs and large lakes
How to use braid with bugs for successful winter fishing
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Understand the basics of taper, weight, belly and length - and how they can improve your trout fishing