by Dizzy | Jan 4, 2026
2025 saw some exceptional catches of big bass (2 over 7.5lbs) and oversize chub (lots of 6lb+ fish) on the lures, and an international fishing trip to China. What makes the catches special, is the methods employed… mullet caught on a fly, bass on surface...
by Dizzy | Jan 1, 2025
The first couple of trips of 2024 were river forays concentrated on my local stretch of river. A stretch which appeared to have gone down hill over the last few years. But recently, something of a perch renaissance had occurred. River Perch on luresLure fishing for...
by Dizzy | Dec 29, 2023
Having the ability to do what you enjoy in life, is a very precious thing indeed. I never take for granted the opportunities I have to go fishing every once in a while. I am neither rich, nor famous. I am not well connected, and I don’t really live near to any...
by Dizzy | Jan 1, 2022
The first few months of 2021 were dominated by COVID-19. I took advantage of the time to think, plan, and prepare for the better times which were ahead. Navionics relief shading was one of the things which turned out to be a bit of a game changer for me, and many...
by Dizzy | Dec 29, 2020
2020 will undoubtedly go down in history as a year to forget in so many ways. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on everyone’s lives around the world. I had the heartbreak of losing my Mum early in the year, and also fishing friends Bastien Beynet...
by Dizzy | Dec 27, 2019
2019 has been a difficult year, and we are still trying to come to terms with the tragic loss of two of my family members taken well before their time. It has made me realise that life is precious, and we need to make the most of the short time we have, and treasure...