Fish Better with Des Shipp

Fish snaggy swims safely

IT’S no secret that big fish lurk close to cover but too many anglers refuse to put a float tight to these daunting snags.

This comes down to fear of breaking their prized tackle, afraid a giant carp will surge towards the bushes and put

their pole at risk in the process.

But fishing snags needn’t be seen as such a gamble. Use the right tackle and technique and you can win every battle with minimal fuss.

This month I reveal my top five tips for hauling big fish away from the snags.