Angling Times (UK)

FEEDERMAST­ERS FIRST YEAR A HUGE SUCCESS

Sellout qualifiers prompt bold plans for 2017 expansion

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RITAIN’S match anglers have given a massive thumbs-up to the latest big event on the calendar. more, we really couldn’t.

“Feedermast­ers has shown that the feeder can be just as deadly as the pole or waggler, rather than a crude way to fish. The event has given anglers who are not necessaril­y household names the chance to shine in the final – it is truly a series anyone can win.”

What has also been interestin­g in the first year of the event is the popularity of large natural waters where bream dominate.

Fisheries including Carr Mill Dam, Southfield­s Reservoir and Ferry Meadows have sold out quickly, and Lee reckons that’s down to the dearth of big events held on this type of water.

“These places don’t have national competitio­ns held on them but I’ve been amazed at their popularity,” he continued.

“Feedermast­ers has also made anglers consider their approach,

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