Bait

I’m usually fairly cynical when it comes to ‘wonder baits’ but after listening to endless tales of success attributed to this bait, from, among others, my colleague Dan Wildbore, I was happy to put it to the test. The bait oozes a marzipan-like aroma instantly, but with a creamy undertone that appeals. Breaking one open also revealed plenty of ingredients, so I was confident enough that it would work. So far I’ve caught on nearly every trip when using it.

Sweet-smelling pop-ups in five hi-viz colours and in 10mm, 14mm and 16mmRRP: £3. 99Contact: 01823 617102or www. splashbaits. net.

Slow-sinking, hookable gel balls of liquid flavour that replicate fish eggsRRP: £3. 99Contact: 01754 820024 or www. lagunafp. eu.

Bird-food-based, sandy-yellow boilies with a strong, natural-smelling pineapple flavourRRP: £9. 99 per kiloContact: 01527 405410 or www. berkley-fishing. com.

Slow-sinking, elongated pellet hook baits infused with halibut meals and a protein-rich liquid foodRRP: £5. 99Contact: 01963 362234 or www. ccmoore. com.

Concentrated pure hempseed oil in its natural form. A rarely used, superb bait additiveRRP: £7. 59 per 250ml bottleContact: 01268 541006 or www. mainline-baits.