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Welcome to Boat Fishing Monthly magazine's website. Bringing you more great angling features, top tackle tests and mark info than ever before.
The cod fishing so far this month has been out of this world in places and patchy in others. The Thames estuary is on fire with boats regularly reporting catches of between 30 and 50 cod per trip, mostly in the 5lb to 8lb bracket with a good sprinkling of doubles. Elsewhere there are cod being caught, but it's a bit hit and miss. A few more weeks and a good cold snap should see things improve. The only thing then is whether this dreaded wind will back off enough so we can all get out and catch some!
Check out my blog for more of my latest fishing exploits and have a look at these tips for making a flavour-packed bait bomb which cod just can't resist!
In the meantime, if you can't get out on your own boat, why not try to get afloat on a charter boat? We've got a comprehensive list, so there's bound to be one near you - check them out here.
This is your website, so join the Forum and check out our Photos and Videos section, tell us what you like and where you like to fish. Share your photos and fishing tales and really contribute to the future of Boat Fishing Monthly - Britain's leading boat fishing magazine.
Dave Barham - Editor
In the mag this month
Catch Bass On Rag And CrabWe reveal the ins and outs of fishing inshore for bass with two of the most productive baits around.
Plugging Away
BFM Editor Dave Barham reveals everything you need to know about fishing for bass with plugs, from casting them to trolling.
The Secret Angler
Jim O’Donnell heads to Anglesey for a session on board Gethyn Owen’s charter boat ‘My Way’. Watch out for the rubber chicken!
Yakking For Bass
Simon Everett goes in-depth with the various methods you can use to catch bass from a kayak. You can access places that boats simply can’t get to, which opens up a whole new realm of possibilities.
Inside Information
Phill Williams reveals a load of great marks off Boscastle, Cornwall, where tope, bull huss and porbeagle sharks are on the cards.
Gear Bag
Des Westmore reviews the Shimano Calcutta 400B multiplier, plus the Seasafe Sea Trekker lifejacket.
Editor’s Choice
Dave Barham reveals his views on the best .spinning rod he’s ever used – the Veals Sure Spin MKII
Boat Test
How’s this for a concept boat – a fully kitted out Cobra fishing RIB! Simon Everett explains just how good she is for the purpose.
Photos & Videos
Check out what our Editor, Dave, has been up to lately by clicking here or on the button
Here are a few of the latest gallery additions . . .
After about 3 hours crossing to Alderney and youve read the paper and Boat Fishing, you…
Posted by GRAEME on 20 Nov 2009
Our kid with a nice 1
Posted by GRAEME on 20 Nov 2009
7lb Bass caught during the Cardiff Bay Yacht club Annual Cod Comp, as you guess i won…
Posted by Dave on 18 Nov 2009
Lion FIsh
Posted by Billy on 08 Nov 2009
Josh finally has too much sea air
Posted by GRAEME on 20 Nov 2009
Gray with a nice 1
Posted by GRAEME on 20 Nov 2009Articles
Every month Boat Fishing Monthly magazine features a range of articles covering both UK and overseas destinations, tackle and top tips.
But if you want a little extra, then keep an eye on this section, which we will regularily update with FREE features and angling info!
Din-Tur 'DB' Halibut Pirks
These mighty fine 'DB Specials' are coloured to DB's specifications and come in packs of 10 with seriously strong split rings and super sharp Size 10/0 and 8/0 trebles.
Choosing the right rod
In the second article in this regular series of features for newcomers, we concentrate on boat rods that are suitable for the beginner and explain why there is such a wide range to choose from.
Tips for adding extra appeal to lugworm
Have you ever thought about tipping off your plain lugworm baits with a bit of fish or shellfish? It can pay dividends, especially inshore when you're after winter codling.
Competition
100th issue
Closing Date: 18 Dec 2009The Big Boat Fishing Monthly 100th issue extravaganza!
Win over £3,000 worth of prizes!
Latest blog posts
October 2009 - My Way sea fishing trips
October has been a very hard month afloat. High gale force winds have only served to cancel most of our days afloat. That said when we have sailed,
Cod Champs Results - Editors Blog
Well, I'm laying here on my death bed at home (got man flu and a chest infection!) Here are the results of the British Cod Championships 2009. Day
Forum
decembers magazine
is the postal strike still on ? as i have not yet received decembers magazine, is anybody else still waiting?
locker box
morning all does anybody know where i can get hold of a locker box to suit a helmsman seat, one of the fibre glass ones that gives you a bit of storage? i have been looking around
