FLY FISHING FOR BIG PIKE. By Alan Hanna.
(1998) 2010 reprint. 8vo paperback (146 x 209mm). Pp109. B/w photographs and illustrations.
The author specialises in catching good pike in the loughs of Northern Ireland. His principal method involves the use of a large buoyant fly (the Ballydoolagh Bomber) with a sinking line. When originally published in 1998 this was the first British book on this increasingly popular subject. He discusses tactics and tackle, pike in rivers and stillwaters, and describes the tying of his most effective fly patterns. Chapters include:- The provocative pike; The sporting advantages of fly fishing; Tackle; Requirements for success with bigger pike; The magic method; The Ballydoolagh Bomber; Two golden rules; General tactics; Surface and mid-water fishing; Big pike; Boat fishing; River fishing; Standard methods of fly fishing for pike; A practical approach; Helpful hints; Preparing pike for the table.
The author specialises in catching good pike in the loughs of Northern Ireland. His principal method involves the use of a large buoyant fly (the Ballydoolagh Bomber) with a sinking line. When originally published in 1998 this was the first British book on this increasingly popular subject. He discusses tactics and tackle, pike in rivers and stillwaters, and describes the tying of his most effective fly patterns. Chapters include:- The provocative pike; The sporting advantages of fly fishing; Tackle; Requirements for success with bigger pike; The magic method; The Ballydoolagh Bomber; Two golden rules; General tactics; Surface and mid-water fishing; Big pike; Boat fishing; River fishing; Standard methods of fly fishing for pike; A practical approach; Helpful hints; Preparing pike for the table.
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Book Code
32337
Author | Hanna (Alan). |
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Book Code | 32337 |
ISBN | 095336481X / 9780953364817 / PREVIOUS PRICE GBP 9.99. |
Book Description | Fine new paperback copy. |
Book Cover | Paperback |
Published Date | 2010 |
Publisher | Coch-y-Bonddu Books. |
Place | Machynlleth, Powys. |