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AJING – What is it?

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Edgar PereiraAjing fishing was developed in Japan more than a decade ago and rapidly spread throughout Asia and more recently to Europe. The technique is used to target small pelagic species but more focused on horse mackerel aka “Aji”. … Continue reading AJING – What is it?

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LRF in Northern Ireland – The slow ascent of a social network

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Drew McMinnHello, my name is Drew, I’ve been Light Rock Fishing for about 10 years. I count myself lucky to have gotten into the game pretty early, the original HTO Rockfish rods had just been released, you could treat … Continue reading LRF in Northern Ireland – The slow ascent of a social network

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Species Spotlight: Tub Gurnard

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Joe Mole Scientific name Chelidonichthys lucerna, the tub gurnard, is one of the most beautiful, colourful and most unusual looking fish we have here in UK waters, with its deep oranges, reds and browns and, of course, what makes … Continue reading Species Spotlight: Tub Gurnard

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Invasion Of The Tongue Snatchers

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Ben Bassett What if I was to tell you that the single most feared fish in UK waters held an even darker, more grotesque secret? That the species responsible for more newspaper headlines, injuries and fear mongering was actually … Continue reading Invasion Of The Tongue Snatchers

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LRF In Menorca

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Rich SalterIt seems a bit mad to say it, but after nearly 45 years, in early May, I finally ventured past the shores of Britain and found myself in Menorca with my wife, where we’d headed for a short … Continue reading LRF In Menorca

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Fishing With Daisy

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Rich Salter Some of you that follow my fishing adventures may have seen the odd post featuring trips I’ve had with my children. I have 3 children and they’ve all joined me at some point over the years, with … Continue reading Fishing With Daisy

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The Big Lerf Guide To Micro Metals 

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Ben Bassett The beauty of lure fishing is in its simplicity, a rod, a reel, line and a lure. Four simple ingredients combining to give the angler the tools for catching a fish. If you can refine it even … Continue reading The Big Lerf Guide To Micro Metals 

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Tips And Tactics – The Split Shot Rig

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Joe Mole Simple yet effective, it does not get much easier than the split shot rig. Setting up is quick and involves limited and inexpensive gear. All you will need is your desired weight of line, a hook and … Continue reading Tips And Tactics – The Split Shot Rig

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Species Spotlight – Tompot Blenny

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Rich Salter The tompot blenny is a species most lerfers will be familiar with, although it doesn’t feature in catches in the far north of the UK, which is difficult for us southerners to imagine! Tompots are the largest … Continue reading Species Spotlight – Tompot Blenny

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LRF Bass

12th Dec 202311th Dec 2023 The Big Lerf

By Tom Baron One thing I’m sure all ultra light anglers can agree on, is how much sport even a small goby or pollack will give on a LRF rod.  While it can be great fun targeting the mini species … Continue reading LRF Bass

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