Category Archives: Miscellaneous

Protect your Rods

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This follows on from the previous blog, having spent a lot of money on travelling to a destination to fish, be it Scotland ( if you’re Scottish read Devon ) or some far-flung exotic venue ( not that Scotland or Devon aren’t exotic in their own way ) you need to protect
your rods from air travel. Just relying on your rod tubes will not cut it. I have lost two rods this way! Still you live and learn.
One answer is a Flambeau Bazuka Rod Carrier.  There are two models, the 6095 and the 6085. Just pick the model to suit the length and amount of rods you are travelling with.

Flambeau Bazuka 6095• Extra Large Capacity.
• Large Diameter case holds many rods for extended trips.
• Perfect for Saltwater rods and other rods with oversized guides.
• Telescopes from 73″ to 102″.
• One piece construction for high-end performance at an economical price.
• Contoured, blow moulded construction
• Hinged-in handle for maximum durability
• Completely lockable for added security
• Foam padded at both end for maximum rod protection
• Airline Approved
• Size: Diameter 6″ x Length 73″ – 102″

Flambeau Bazuka 6085• Telescopes from 63″ to 87″ for maximum versatility
• Holds up to six 6.5′ one piece rods
• One piece construction for high-end performance at an economical price.
• Contoured, blow moulded construction
• Hinged-in handle for maximum durability
• Completely lockable for added security
• Foam padded at both end for maximum rod protection
• Airline Approved
• Size: Diameter 4″ x Length 63″ – 87″

Check out all of our  Flambeau Bazuka Rod Carriers.

Polarized Sunglasses

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Polarized lenses enhance visibility and reduce glare in all conditions and are must for any fishing trip, they reduce eye strain (I learnt this one the hard way from when I used to spend hours sitting in a boat in the sunshine). They also help you to spot fish that you would not see without them. As with most things the more you pay the better the quality, Eye Level are very good entry-level sunglasses, I use their amber clip-ons.

Eye Level Angler II SunglassesEye Level Angler SunglassesEye Level Fish Spotter SunglassesEye Level Fisherman Sunglasses

 

All Eye Level Polarized Sunglasses and Clip-Ons feature genuine polarized lens material which provides sharper vision in any light conditions, they also provide visibility below the surface of water which is extremely beneficial for fishing and sailing. In the past few years the great benefits of polarized products has been realised by other outdoor enthusiasts and also by general use wearers. Eye Level Polarized Sunglasses feature genuine Polarized lens materials and are available in:-

• Brown – absorbs bright sunlight to keep your eyes from tiring.
• Grey – provides a cooling effect on bright sunny days.
• Sports Yellow – brightens vision on an overcast day.
• Amber – absorbs blue light, providing strong contrast enhancement.

Eye Level Tidal Sunglasses

Eye Level Marlin SunglassesEye Level Float Spotter SunglassesEye Level Carp Sunglasses

For more information on Polarized Sunglasses visit Fly Fishing Tackle Co UK

Snowbee Trout Bag Medium

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Snowbee Classic Trout Bag MediumSnowbee’s new 2013 Classic range offers a modern twist on a traditional theme. Made from a tough 600D nylon with a PVC laminated backing, making the material 100% waterproof. The attractive two-tone Light Olive Green and Black gives this new range a smart, functional appearance, which is backed up by the practical designs.
Snowbee’s Classic Trout Bag Medium is a traditional style Trout/Game bag, with a large interior compartment with two rear bellows pockets and a zipped top closure. On the front is a full width, elasticated mesh ‘game pocket’. Cover flap with two quick-release clips.

Snowbee Fishing Tackle is available from Fly Fishing Tackle Co UK

Rapala Filleting Knives

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The well known Rapala Filleting Knives from Finland are extremely sharp and most of them come with a sharpener.

RapalaEz Glide Filleting Knife

Rapala Delux Falcon Fillet KnifeRapala Soft Grip Fillet KnifeRapala Fish 'n' Fillet Knife

Rapala Presentation Fillet Knife

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rapala Finn Thinn Filleting Knife

Ez Glide 7″ Filleting Knife Razor Sharp Handground Stainless Steel.
Deluxe Falcon Fillet with built-in fine grade ceramic-sticks sharpener.
Soft Grip Fillet Knives 10cm and 19 cm include a single-stage sharpener.
Fish ‘n’ Fillet Knives 10cm and 19 cm include a single-stage sharpener.
Presentation Fillet Knives complete with black tooled oxhide sheath.
Rapala Finn Thinn Fillet Knife includes a single-stage sharpener.

Rapala Products are available from Fly Fishing Tackle Co UK

Marttiini Filleting Knives

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Marttiini’s Fishing and Filleting Knives from Finland have extremely sharp blades that are complimented by the blade’s extremely low friction. The Martef coating is hygienic, and all Marttiini Fishing series products are machine washable – with the proviso that the blade is not battered and dulled in the dishwasher.

Marttiini Superflex Filleting KnifeMarttiini Classic Filleting KnifeMarttiini Condor Golden Trout Filleting KnifeMarttiini Basic Filleting Knife

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Classic Supperflex Filleting Knife in 4″, 6″ and 7.5″ blade lengths.
6″ Classic Filleting Knife.
Condor Golden Trout Filleting Knife in 6″ and 7.5″ blade lengths.
Basic Filleting Knife in 4″, 6″ and 7.5″ blade lengths.

Marttiini Knives are available from Fly Fishing Tackle Co UK

Bamboo Fly Box Gifts

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This range of Bamboo Fly Boxes will make a perfect gift at any time, they are made to a very high standard as you would expect from Turrall. The Selection Sets contain Turrall Flies, these flies are tied by Turralls own out workers using only the best materials, such as Metz Hackles and British Hooks.
If you think you need something else as a gift go to Fishing Gifts to see vast range of gifts for the fisherman or lady, or if you want something for a youngster see our previous post on Kids Fly Fishing Kits.

Turrall Hatch Match Selection Sets

A series of fly selections presented in a handsome Classic pocket-sized fly box crafted from mellowed split cane. Slotted foam inserts securely hold trout and salmon flies. Brass hinged with magnetic closure this beautiful box is lightweight and floats.
136 x 105 x 30mm. Each one offers a balanced choice of essential flies to match seasonal hatches and regional requirements. 32 Flies unless marked. The selections are:-
Match the Hatch SelectionCaddis/Sedge
Daddies (24 Flies)
Damsels
Dry Flies
Grayling
Irish Wet Flies
Mayflies (24 Flies)
Westcountry River Flies
Salmon Double (16 Flies)
Scottish Loch
Scottish River
Sea Trout (16 Flies)
Spring Hatch Match
Summer Hatch Match
Stillwater Essentials
Welsh Selection

Complete Fly SelectionsTurrall Complete River Selection (100 flies)

Turrall Complete Stillwater Selection (100 flies)

Complete fly selections containing 100 flies, presented in our mellow split cane Grande fly box.
Each one offers a balanced choice of essential flies for both river or stillwater fly fishing.
The Grande is a larger version of our Classic bamboo box for your complete fly collection. Holds approx 100 flies.
195 x 105 x 35mm.

 

Or if you prefer the Turrall Bamboo Fly Boxes on their own without flies.

The Grande. A larger version of our Classic bamboo box for your complete fly collection. Holds approx 100 flies. 195mm x 105mm x 35mm

The Slimline Fly Box

The Turrall Bamboo Slimline Fly Box

The Classic. A handsome pocket-sized fly box crafted from mellowed split cane.
Slotted foam inserts securely hold trout and salmon flies. Brass hinged with magnetic closure. finished with a natural satin lacquer, this beautiful box is lightweight and floats – but is almost too nice to take fishing. 130mm x 100mm x 25mm.

The Slimline. A slimline version of our classic bamboo box. Offers the same slotted foam on one side, with magnetic closure and brass hinges. Perfect pocket-sized box which holds approx 5 dozen trout flies. 135mm X 95mm X 20mm.

Click here for Turrall Bamboo Fly Boxes for other fly boxes and fly selections click here and for anything else go to Fly Fishing Tackle Co UK.

 

Rapala Lures for Salmon

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Rapala Countdown Lures

Rapala Countdown Lures

With the end of the Salmon Season only a week away in most parts of the West Country and the rivers up and coloured, the best chance will be spinning! This is where the Rapala Lures come in, they are tried and tested and come in a good range of sizes and colours.
As an added bonus we have
25% Off the Marked Price of Selected Rapala Lures Whilst Stocks Last!

Some of us in the West Country have another bonus in the fact that a couple of rivers have a late run of Salmon and these rivers are open until December 15th. As I can’t see any end to the wet weather that’s over 2 months of spinning, so stock up now!

Rapala Count Down – Sinking
Consistently reach suspended fish at any depth with the Count Down method. The controlled depth technique was introduced to the world with this slow sinking (approximately 30 cm / sec.) lure, and to this day is the standard by which all others are measured. Whether the fish are suspending at certain depths near the weed tops or on bottom structure, the CountDown can get you to them over and over.
The lure is weighted for long casts and balanced perfectly for a horizontal sinking position. The CD01 size is specifically designed for smaller and wary fish.

 

 

Rapala Original Floater

Rapala Original Floater

Rapala Original Floater

The first and still the number one “go-to” lure. Lauri Rapala had no idea the impact his creation would have on the fishing world. Its wounded minnow action is irresistible to fish. Decades after its creation millions of anglers still rely on the Original Floater – one of the most versatile lures ever made. This is the world’s best selling lure.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Rapala Jointed Lures

Rapala Jointed Floating Minnow

 

Rapala Jointed Floating Minnow
With its slight exaggeration of Rapala’s unique baitfish-in-distress behavior, the Jointed is ideally suited to the extremely slow retrieve required to trigger sluggish, finicky fish. Extra noise and action produced by the jointed body helps wake up the fish in poor visibility.