5 REASONS TO...

GO ROVING THIS MONTH

GAIN RESULTS IN NO TIME AT ALL

There’s no need to plan a roving session – if you find yourself with a couple of hours free, pick up the tackle and head to a local stretch of river. More often than not this versatile approach enables you to fish at peak times when the target specimens are at their hungriest.

BASIC TACKLE IS ALL YOU NEED

The aim is to cover plenty of ground so travelling light is essential. A rod and reel, landing net and a small bag to carry terminal tackle and some bait is all you need to get you among some seriously impressive fish.

IT KEEPS UP YOUR STEP COUNT

Let’s be honest, fishing is hardly renowned for its ‘ keep fit’ qualities. But go roving and you’ll cover plenty of ground, aiding your physical health in the process. It’s not uncommon to catch a single fish from a swim before it is time to move on.

UNLOCK SECRET SWIMS

Fish get used to being caught in so- called hotspot swims and will go elsewhere to avoid the danger. Many areas are either inaccessible with lots of tackle or the walk is too much when you have a fully loaded barrow. Squeeze into those overgrown pegs that have never been explored and there could be a personal best waiting.

SAVE ON YOUR BAIT

You can often catch big fish while roving on a few quids worth of bait. Use your watercraft to locate the spots where they live and only a small bait parcel is needed to get them directly over your rig. A couple of pints of pellets are ideal for barbel while a loaf is all you need for chub.