Daiwa Procaster Spinning Reels are not just for Pro Casters

The Daiwa Procaster Spinning Reel is ideal for fishing with spinning, match or feeder rods and offers a fantastic price-performance ratio that belies its size.  The build quality and precision is excellent and with a compact body that utilises 7 ball bearings, the Procaster is really silky smooth.

It also contains Daiwa's Digigear gear technology which delivers up to 6kg of drag right when you need it most.  Other features include lightweight graphite construction, front drag, spare spool, ABS and a very clever one-touch folding handle with spare T-shape knob.

You'll struggle to find another reel at this price point offering more features for your money.  So you don't need to be a pro caster to own one.  Buy the Daiwa Procaster Reel today and find out for yourself why this reel is a force to be reckoned with.

Tying the "Frenzy" WetFly with Davie McPhail

Consisting of gold, fire orange and sunburst materials with a hint of green from our peacock, this brilliant little fly is the perfect wet fly to tie on small hooks.
Davie McPhail is here to show us how to tie the "Frenzy" WetFly on a Size 10 hook this week, so you can get out there and catch some trout!



All of the materials needed to tie this fly are available from Glasgow Angling Centre as listed below, but as always if you need any help finding materials or substitutes then we'll be happy to help.

Materials Used:
Hook: Kamasan B175 Sz10
Threads: Uni - Black 8/0 and Uni - Fire Orange 8/0
Tail: Golden Pheasant Crest dyed Sunburst Yellow
Rib: Gold Wire
Body: Gold Tinsel
Hackle: Hot Orange Hen
Wing: Peacock Sword Tail
Eyes: Jungle Cock or Substitute

Davie's preferred type of whip finish tool can be found HERE!

Tying Davie McPhail's "Black Pennel" Wetfly.

A classic wet fly, the Black Pennell series was developed for use catching trout and sea trout by the Victorian author Cholmondeley Pennell. With success catching Atlantic Salmon, Rainbow Trout, Brown Trout and Sea Trout, this fly is particularly potent during a rise of chironomid midges (buzzers) and terrestrials. Effective as a bob fly for lake and sea-trout fishing.All of the materials needed to tie this fly are available from Glasgow Angling Centre as listed below, but as always if you need any help finding materials or substitutes then we'll be happy to help. Without further ado, here's Davie McPhail's take on a traditional, classic Black Pennell.

 

Materials Used:
Hook: Kamasan B175 Trout Heavy Traditional Sz14
Thread and Tag: Uni - 8/0 Black
Tail: 6 to 8 Golden Pheasant Tippet Fibres
Rib: Oval Silver Tinsel
Body: Uni Floss Black
Hackle: Indian Hen Cape - Dyed Black

Davie's preferred type of whip finish tool can be found HERE!

Wychwood Quest Fly Rod for the Adventurous Fly Angler

The Wychwood Quest Fly Rod, in either 8ft6 #4 or 9ft #5 is the ideal piece of kit when you fancy going off road to explore a hill loch or if you need a compact fly rod that easily fits into a tackle bag or rucksack.  With the Quest being 6 piece, its also the fly angler's ideal partner when on a cross-country trip to a fishery and light enough for a trip to an exotic location - it takes up no room in your suitcase at all!

The Quest Fly Rod features a saltwater-proof reel seat, premium grade cork handle and a thin lightweight and responsive blank that easily loads for easy fly casting.  The rod is also finished in a non-flash blank and dark chrome guides so there's less chance of spooking your quarry, yet it has all the styling and class of a rod at a much higher price point.

So with the Quest, you are opening up loads of possibilities to go exploring remote locations, rivers, streams and lochs.  Grab one for your rucksack or fishing bag and start your Quest to become a more adventurous fly angler today. 

Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Entry January 2016 - Accidental Trout

Pierre Monjarret was fishing for Pike when this cracking Brown trout took his lure by surprise! The fish was safely released after a quick picture!

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Entry January 2016 - Awe Pike

Liam Marshall Caught this nice pike on his first trip of the year to Loch Awe, after it put up a strong fight it was quickly photographed and safely released!

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

URGENT - REVIVE THE CLYDE REGULATING ORDER PRELIMINARY CONSULTATION!

SSACN - Urgent help required to REVIVE THE CLYDE

The Scottish Government has received an application for a Regulating Order, which has the intention to “Revive the Clyde”. If successful, the order submitted by the Sustainable Inshore Fisheries Trust(SIFT) will restrict prawn trawling in many of the areas thought to be crucial for the successful recovery of whitefish like Cod and Haddock.

SSACN would have liked the proposed areas to be bigger but never the less it could be a great step forward. In an unprecedented step, the government are testing the water by seeking public opinion before going into a full public consultation.

We understand that some members of the dredging and trawling sector are encouraging people to oppose proposals for change. The government will only proceed to public consultation if there is a wide showing of public support.

How can you help? 

A short email airing your views could make a huge difference; just a brief comment on why the proposed changes would be welcome or at least worthy of a formal consultation.

It might be because:

•         Closing-off small parts of the sea to heavy fishing gears will allow fish to have safe havens where they can breed and grow
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•         The Clyde belongs to everyone and we should all have a share in how it is managed
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•         You want to have good local angling again!
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•         You want to see cod and other finfish back in sufficient numbers to support the wider local fishing industry
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•         Heavy fishing gears like dredges shouldn't be used in sensitive parts of the Clyde where they cause lasting damage

Further information can be found on the Marine Scotland website: http://www.gov.scot/Topics/marine/Sea-Fisheries/InshoreFisheries/clydero

A brief summary can be seen on SIFTS website;  www.sift-uk.org/ClydeRO.aspx 

Please note that any comments have to be sent in by Monday 18th January.

Email to; clyde-ro@gov.scot

Thanks very much in advance – and feel free to encourage other like-minded colleagues and friends to write in too.

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Our work makes a significant and direct contribution to 4 of the Scottish Government’s strategic objectives – Wealthier and fairer, Smarter, Healthier, Greener and links directly to its National Outcome 12: “we value and enjoy our built and natural environment and protect it and enhance it for future generations.”

Greys Apollo Neoprene Gloves for Cold Conditions

When Arctic air starts to filter down from the North, coupled with reasonably strong winds, the windchill effect comes into play and you are freezing - especially the hands!  If you are out fishing and you get water on your hands, your fingers are rendered useless.

These Apollo Neoprene Gloves are superb at keeping your hands warm and feature a clever flip-back forefinger and thumb so you can easily tie knots etc.  They come in various sizes and are durable enough to withstand reasonable punishment.  Grab a pair of these awesome gloves today at this awesome price while stocks last.

Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Entry January 2016 - Shoreham Bass

Stu Williamson was out boat fishing with his friend 7 miles off the coast of Sussex, near to Shoreham Port when he caught this superb Sea Bass.  The fish was quickly photographed and safely returned to the water.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

Fishingmegastore January 2016 Fish of the Month Entry - Poole Conger Eel

Andy Hyslop was fishing out of Poole when he caught this cracking Conger Eel.  The fish was caught using a TFG Braid Rod, Abu Multiplier Reel, 50lb braid and Squid bait.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

Airflo Pit Bull Sunglasses for a Song

Yes they do sound like the famous American rapper but they come from Airflo and won't let you down.  The Pit Bull range of polarized fishing sunglasses have been designed to meet the needs of today's style conscious game angler in a multitude of light conditions.

Pit Bull Sunglasses offer superior optical quality and a comprehensive selection of styles to suit any individual.  Featuring a hard wearing frame and tough plastic polarized lenses, with these sunglasses you'll be protecting your eyes in all sorts of conditions including: sunlight, wind, rain and hail.  In windy conditions reliable eyewear is a must for the fly angler because it takes just one mistake or gust of wind to blow your fly line off course and straight into your face - nasty!! Another great feature about the Pit Bull sunglasses is that they are very reasonably priced therefore not a massive issue if you were to accidentally misplace or lose them - can you imagine if was your good Costa Del Mar Sunglasses?

So we can't sing the praises of these Pit Bull Sunglasses enough.  They won't stop the party but grab a pair today for a song and you'll be "yelling timber" in no time.

Fish of the Month Entry January 2016 - Gambia Guitarfish

Rick Brown was fishing in Gambia when he caught these two Guitarfish from the beach.  The fish were caught using a travel beach rod, clipped up rigs and Shrimp as bait.  The fish took close to 30 minutes to land after some long arm wrenching runs.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

January 2016 Fish of the Month Entry - Loch Derg Pike

Peter Sheridan was fishing Loch Derg in Ireland when he caught this Pike.  The fish was caught using a Savage Gear Rattle Shad and after a quick photo the fish was safely returned.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

Stillwater BPX Big Pit Freespool Reel is Given 'Hot Buy' Status by Anglers Mail

Anlgers Mail recently reviewed the Stillwater BPX Big Pit Freespool Reel in their latest issue which is out on the 5th of January 2016.  The fantastic news is that they have given it "Hot-Buy" status therefore making it a 'must have' item.

The Stillwater BPX Big Pit Freespool Reel

It comes as no surprise that the BPX caught Anglers Mail's attention because it's a reel packed with features found in Big Pit Reels at a much higher price point and it's already a big hit with our Specialist anglers, so achieving such an accolade makes the Stillwater BPX Big Pit Reel even more desirable.

The beauty of the BPX is that it has all the qualities of a big pit Reel with the combined benefit of a free spool reel and features a precision engineered drag system that delivers full control just when you need it.  So when this get echoed by one of the UK's premium angling publications, we know there's something special going on.

Anglers mail have made some very complimentary comments about the BPX Big Pit Reel, notably:

"These good-looking, smooth-running big pit reels, with a free-spool facility, are likely to attract plenty of interest with a price tag of under £45!"

"I like the relatively compact body, but large spool capacity 275 yards of 10 lb line or 155 yards of 15 lb."

"I'm also impressed with the large, rubberised grip, comfortable handle and the reassuringly solid bail and smooth feel of the 5+1 bearing system."

"A useful reel for pikers at this time of year, on braid or mono, as well as carpers, and big river rods on stepped up gear for species such as barbel."

"I have to say that they look and feel like a reel with a more expensive price tag."

The Stillwater BPX Big Pit Freespool Reel

We are thrilled to bits that the Stillwater BPX has achieved such prestigious validation.  It really is a stunning reel and we've had so many happy customers raving about how good it is.  We are right when we say that it's smart look sets it apart from the competition.

The challenge however is finding a better reel for the money and with Anglers Mail singing it's praises, there's never a better time to get your hands on this fantastic Big Pit Freespool Reel both instore and online at Fishingmegastore.  Alternatively if you would like more information about this stunning reel, just call us on 0141 212 8880

Fish of the Month January 2016 Entry - Springwater Rainbow Trout

Stuart Miller was fishing Springwater Fishery when he caught this Rainbow Trout.  The fish was caught on the fly and was a personal best for Stuart.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

Fish of the Month January 2016 Entry - Undulate Ray

Mark Young kicks off January 2016's Fish of the Month Competition with this cracking Undulate Ray. The fish was caught from a charter boat out of Keyhaven, Hampshire.

You can vote for this picture to win on Facebook by selecting it in our January 2016 FOTM gallery HERE and hitting the 'Like' button! Don't forget to share all your favourite entries to help them win too!

If you would like to enter our Fishingmegastore Fish of the Month Competition and have the chance to win £100 to spend at GAC, simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used. You can also enter instore - just ask any member of staff for assistance. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page! 

December 2015 Fish of the Month Winners

The winner of the GAC Fish of the Month Competition for December 2015 is Ross McKay with this picture of cracking Ling caught from Loch Etive! As usual the judging of our competition was left to our 33,000+ Facebook fans, who voted on their favourite pictures by hitting the Like button, and Ross was the clear winner with 554 votes in our December 2015 FOTM Facebook Gallery!

1st Place Ross McKay- 554 Likes

Ross wins £100 to spend at Glasgow Angling Centre on fishing gear of his choice plus a nifty GAC cap! We would like to thank everybody that took part, especially all of the youngsters who entered. It's always great to see all the amazing different species from up and down the UK and around the world we get sent in as well! You can check out all the entries here.

2nd Place - Trevor Glover 467 Likes

Every month our world famous FOTM competition keeps getting bigger and better, with amazing pictures of different fish species being sent in by our customers. We give an awesome new GAC Cap to the entrants that came in 2nd and 3rd place as well, so here are the runners up, Trevor Glover and James Garvie, both with cracking fish as you can see from the pictures - well done folks!

3rd Place James Garvie 194 Likes

If you would like to enter our January 2016 FOTM competition simply send us a photograph of you and your catch, when and where you caught your fish, and what tackle and method you used HERE. You can also enter instore - just ask a member of staff for assistance. The winners will be voted for by our customers, simply by hitting Like on the image on Facebook in the entries album and will be chosen on the last day of each month. The best entries will be featured on both our Blog and Facebook page. Good luck and we look forward to seeing the entries.

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Happy New Year from Fishingmegastore

We would like to wish all our friends, customers and suppliers a very Happy and prosperous 2016 and look forward to supporting you in your 2016 fishing adventures.  And as a thank you for all your support we'd like to offer you £5.00 to spend online with us at Fishingmegastore.  Please click here to redeem your £5.00 

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