Barbel Rivers & Captures by Barbel Catchers

There have been revolutionary advances in barbel fishing since the publication of Barbel by the Barbel Catchers Club (BCC) published by The Crowood Press in 1988, and the BCC has been at the forefront of these dramatic developments. This long-awaited, and entirely new, volume written by BCC members comprehensively covers the modern barbel-fishing scene, discusses the size of the fish now caught and illustrates the changes that have taken place in tackle, tactics and baits. There are individual chapters on each major barbel river in England from the smallest streams, such as the Loddon and the Holybrook, to the mighty Midlands rivers, the Trent and the Severn, to theYorkshire spate rivers and the crystalline waters of the famous Hampshire Avon. Each 'river chapter' is written by an experienced angler with proven success on the river in question and culminates with a fascinating account of the capture of a really special barbel weighing in excess of l0lb. This remarkable book provides a wealth of expert information and explores not only traditional fishing methods but also ground-breaking new ideas. Lavishly illustrated with 200 images including photographs, drawings and diagrams, and a colour-plate section, this is an indispensable volume for both the barbel enthusiast and general river angler alike.