Angling Times (UK)

COLOUR CHOICE

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Nothing divides lure anglers more than colour choice. Some swear that it makes no difference to their catches at all, whilst others believe that the fish have very strong preference­s, depending upon the conditions.

I sit somewhere in the middle – colour is important, but not as important as lure action, fishing at the right depth and speed, and several other factors. That said, I do have my favourite colours for perch.

Often I will start with a really bright colour – chartreuse green is a good choice. Often a bright colour will bring a quick bite if the fish are active. If I get no response, or the bites dry up, then I will swap to a dark green or brown coloured lure.

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