Sea Angler has been market leader for over 35 years and during that time it has stayed in touch with the sport as it evolves. It is first when it comes to tackle tests, instruction and tips on catching more fish. It is the only saltwater magazine dedicated boat and bass fishing sections, and now covers the emerging sport of kayak fishing, and is the only title with a with a form guide that follows the seasons.
Here’s a look at what you can expect to find in issue 487, courtesy of the ‘Contents’ page:
FEATURES
Britain’s Biggest Ever Bass
A frozen sandeel cast into Portsmouth docks lures a 19lb 13oz 8dr bass that leaves the captor speechless.
Run For Cover Behind A Reef
Discover a Yorkshire mark where cod can be caught when the rest of the coast is battered by weather.
He Who Dreams Wins!
One man’s dream has burned bright for 40 years and on Bonfire Night Chris Babbage hit the jackpot with his best cod.
Get Organised
Glasgow Angling Centre launches a new range of affordable luggage for the boat and shore angler.
Could Angling Boost The Economy?
If you want to help the economy, then go fishing, says the Angling Trust’s David Mitchell.
Clipped Rigs For Show, Flappers For Winning Dough!
Meet the man with a reputation as a straight talker.
Bob, Bang, Gone!
Jansen Teakle fishes light float tackle for black bream.
Can England Get Points?
Alan Yates reflects on the World Championships in Holland.
Little Things Equal A Lot
How to read the seabed to discover fish-holding features.
First Steps Into Sea Fishing
Ian Bellfield offers advice on how to tackle the River Wear.
Dreaming Of Spots
County Clare provides Sea Angler’s team with superb action.
CASTING, TECHNICAL & TACTICS
Be Prepared For The Worst
Alan Yates explains how to carry on fishing in the winter.
Beating The Perfect Storm
How to beat wind and tide to make the most of your fishing.
Tools Of The Trade
Do rods and reels make or break casting distance?
TACKLE
Tackle Shop
Showcasing new gear arriving in tackle shops near you.
Serious Swordplay
Paul Fenech tries out Century’s Excalibur TT rod.
COMPETITIONS
Major Craft Bass Rod To Be Won!
How would you like to fish with a rod worth £250?
Penn Sea League
Latest results in the most fought-over individual event.
Penn Clubman
Find out the best club team and top individual.
Shimano Mission
Catch a top fish and win Shimano tackle and badges.
REGULARS
Mailbox
News
Young Rods
Coastalfile
Events
Next Month
As well as the main magazine features that you can see above, Sea Angler also has dedicated Boat Angler and Bass Angler sections. Here’s a look inside those two specialist sections…
BASS ANGLER
Skylarking In The Sun
It might be considered crazy to fish for bass close to a noisy car park as a summer sun blazes down, but, as Chris Clark reveals, it can be done.
Stealth Tactics
Julian Fox says if you sneak up on the fish, you are likely to catch more.
Relax, Go Do It
Pro-bass guide Tim Harrison spells out the golden rules for putting life into your lures. But the first thing you need, he says, is a rod fit for the job.
Win A Rod That Offers Feel And Fun
A chance to win a Major Craft Sea Bass rod, worth £150, that could open up a new world on this exciting sport.
Bass Tackle Bits
New tackle to inspire the bass angler.
The Appliance Of Science
Science can enlighten any bass angler prepared to listen, says Dr Mike Ladle, but what the hell is WGNEW?
King And Consort
Henry Gilbey pits the most expensive rod he’s ever used against what he considers to be the best value for money lure rod.
Bass Gallery
Find out who’s been catching all the best bass. There’s a prize for the angler Sea Angler think has the best story to tell.
Irish News
Pro-bass guide John Quinlan gives Sea Angler the lowdown on what’s happening in Irish waters.
BOAT ANGLER
Senja Sensations
Dave Lewis heads inside Norway’s Arctic Circle to fish for cod. But he gets a surprise when a rogue halibut takes him on a rollercoaster ride.
Mono Men Beaten By Braid
Is mono or braid best for uptiding? The argument swings both ways, but, as Shane Pullen found out, when the tide’s running hard and there are cod to catch, braid wins hands down.
Ready For When It Cuts Up Rough?
If in doubt, don’t go out – but unexpected bad weather is something you need to plan and prepare for when you’re afloat, says Sea Angler’s expert Dave Lewis.
What A ‘Swell’ Boat You Are
Built to withstand Atlantic swells, a trial off Dartmouth is like a cruise on a park boating lake for the Pescador 600. Dave Lewis takes full advantage of her Portugese sea-keeping qualities.
Fishing The Light Fantastic
For those who think the inshore competition season offers an excuse for Minehead skipper Dave Roberts to put his feet up, think again.
Daiwa’s Sporting Tackle
Daiwa reveals its light range of boat kit to offer you maximum sport.
Isle Of Man Floats Boyd’s Boat
Kayak fanatic Mark Boyd enjoys two very different types of fishing around the Isle of Man.
Revving Up To Go
Yamaha announces the latest versions of six key outboard engine models for 2013 – the F9.9, F50, FT50, F60, FT60 and awesome F350.
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