Do barbel feed in the same shoal as chub? Or should I try to feed my way through the chub to the barbel?
I am new to barbel fishing, my local river was stocked with barbel 8 years ago but i have only heard of 5 being caught in the neighbouring canal up to about 8lbs. (baby ones i know!)
I promised myself that i would catch one here before i attempt the Great Ouse or similar rivers!
I have fished 4 times this year and have only caught 19 sizeable chub (not that i am moaning!) and 1 bonus bream.
I am using all the recommended methods that i have read on this website and other sources, magazines etc...
Are any of the following an option for me?
1. Larger baits?
2. More loose feed?
3. More patience?!
To be honest any additional help, advice hints and tips would be much appreciated.
Many thanks.
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I am new to barbel fishing, my local river was stocked with barbel 8 years ago but i have only heard of 5 being caught in the neighbouring canal up to about 8lbs. (baby ones i know!)
I promised myself that i would catch one here before i attempt the Great Ouse or similar rivers!
I have fished 4 times this year and have only caught 19 sizeable chub (not that i am moaning!) and 1 bonus bream.
I am using all the recommended methods that i have read on this website and other sources, magazines etc...
Are any of the following an option for me?
1. Larger baits?
2. More loose feed?
3. More patience?!
To be honest any additional help, advice hints and tips would be much appreciated.
Many thanks.
3.