RIGGED & READY BLOG
February fishing in the UK often gets overlooked. Cold mornings play a part. So do the short days. And there’s that feeling that the season hasn’t really started yet. Rivers...
Rigged and Ready designs premium travel fishing rods that combine full fishing performance with unique ultra-compact, multi-functional fishing rod designs. Built for active anglers, their innovative X Series™, Smuggler Series™ and other rod series offer versatile...
Introduction to Perch Fishing Perch fishing has a pull all of its own. You can be stood by a quiet stretch of canal with a box of maggots, flicking lures...
Written by Martin Grove – full-time EMT and part-time fisherman. Introduction For the last 14 years, I have been an EMT with the East of England Ambulance Service. In that...
Asking an angler where they caught their biggest fish is a bit like asking a gold miner where they struck gold — don’t expect a straight answer. Anglers, are famously...
IntroductionWhen it comes to landing decent fish from the shore, pier, or boat, your choice of bait can make all the difference. In this guide to the best sea fishing...
Fishing in the UK is more than just a pastime — it’s a shared passion, a community, and an industry that relies on healthy waters, fair access, and a strong...
Most fishing Rods don’t come ready to cast. Learning how to string a fishing rod is quite easy but by doing the simple things correctly will help the whole fishing...
We were proud we, well, Andy Rigg, presented the Kendal Mountain Festival’s first-ever Fishing Film Night, Hooked — a landmark event that delivered a complete sell-out and an unforgettable atmosphere...
What Makes the Best Fishing Present at Christmas? The best fishing present is one that gets someone outdoors without stress. A good rod can spark a new hobby that lasts...
Carp fishing isn’t just about hauling in a fish and posting a photo of it at arms length on instagram. It’s about patience, curiosity, and sometimes a little madness that...
When the frost starts nipping and the paddleboarders finally pack up for winter, that’s my cue. The river changes — quieter, slower — and somewhere out there under the mist,...
