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Im only going off my two days of four to five hours and what others are saying, im a beginner so dont have much experience. I was generally looking to fish a few different spots around where i live. I honestly dont know how to get to the river severn from my area???? may sound daft i suppose to some.

Hi all, Help needed please from any locals. I have been fishing at Himley Hall recently and all are saying its dead! i'm just starting out so put it down to that but after two days and only a couple of nibbles its not good. Everyone around me is saying how terrible it is atm so its peeing me off, i dont know if its me or the fish. So looking for a good venue close by thats well stocked to practice on etc. Some young chap who i spoke to at Himley said there is a place called north something which is down past Wombourne way just keep going, 14 pools hes always caugh there were his last words. Anyone know the name of this place is it any good?...anyone know any other good places local to sedgley dudley gornal himley etc etc Thanks for reading Steve

Hi i went fishing at Himley Hall in the west midlands right by wombourne and dudley. Worms would be fine i suppose, just never really appealed to me as i can use other non living bait. That probably sounds completely stupid coming from someone who enjoys fishing i know. Anyway. Thanks again. Steve

Thanks Colin your reply came as i had submitted by the looks, Thats just what i did and i really enjoyed it. Just dont think i had enough time. I'm a firm believer that you learn from everything, and learn something new every day. Next time i go i will change position and hopefully go for a little longer. Thanks for all your help chaps. Steve

Hi, The fish and thier welfair, wellbeing are paramount to my enjoyment. Yesterday when i went i made sure i perched myself next to two chatty anglers who assisted me on more than one occassion. I have been in countless Angling shops and spoken to countless other people about unhooking fish etc. I went on that website before, i could not find anyone even close to where i live. As to the bait i cannot stand Maggots, there i said it! i aint bothered. Everyone who i have spoken to say Sweetcorn and pellets, luncheon meat, bread etc is a very good bait for fishing. Honestly am i missing something here, as i'm always open for more advice?.

Bits and bobs learnt but teaching myself from advice and internet.

Hi, Well i went fishing yesterday, used corn and some carp vader pellet thingys that really really smelt bad. My missus dropped me off and i got all set up, figured out how to use me plummet and then put me bait on. Got a little tangled figuring out the reel but soon realised how to do one thing and another. Cast out well and then sat back down. A bit windy so felt as though i needed a fleece which i forgot. On the phone to me missus and good as gold intow with my three year old she dropped off some bits for me. Another hour passes then my phone goes, she ranting off on about the kids playing up and the fact that shes just done a load of night shifts etc etc. Half an hour later im being extracted. Anyway although i kept me eye on the float and as it bobbed around i saw no obvious bites when i pulled it out there was nowt on it. Does corn and pellet thingy come off hooks easy? i would have thought they may have stayed on better than that. Could the fish have nibbled them off? who knows, one thing i know is i loved my couple of hours. Even though i had an early extraction and then had to finish off the roast! it was great. Need an umbrella or somthing though as i was suprised with the weather. Also instead of racing out of the house because of an opportunity window take time and take what you need. Steve PS are them Skinz thingys any good it seems that they stay on the hook a little better, would this be the case?

Blake, That looked fantastic, to me thats what it would be all about, fishing with your dad. Great pictures!.

Hello, was just wondering if there was ever any talk on a Fishing Channel on TV. Got a Golf Channel etc, aint Fishing supposed to be the most popular participant sport in Britain? Can you tell im watching every god damn program i can find on telly atm. Its doin my head in. problem is i find watching them so relaxing i end up falling asleep, like the Tour De France i could only ever watch the first half hour. Anyway just found another on Discovery real time Lake escapes, so bye for now

Thanks all for the great advice! Chris i have mailed you asking for advice, specific. I will have about £80 to start with as i have chopped and changed my ideas and options. Again all thanks for your advice. I do have a friend who will come with me however his gear is at his mums , hes been married years and its one of those yeah il be there blah blah blah. Im not affraid to ask anyone for help so lets see what happens. Steve

Hi again, thanks for reading, thanks to all who posted to my last post about the littlewoods lot. Its back to the drawing board as far as that lot is concerned, im still considering option and even though i have ordered i can always return. this lot caught my eye and the price is very cheap. I'm not daft enough to think that this is going to last a liftime but you think i will get some enjoyment out of it, buy a few bits here a few bits there? http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Product/partNumber/3254925.htm again thanks for any advice. Steve

thanks Andy your a gent.

hi, that argoose £49 starter thingy looks pretty good????? got a m8 who got a load of stuff so he will point me in the right direction. Its weird really the other day i was sure i didnt know anyone who fished and within 4-5 day...how many people fish who i know...anyway views ont argos starter bits anyone? I have ordered the 13ft waggler rod and reel combo i think its a fairly safe bet lets see what else i need now................

Hi Andy, thanks for your reply, so the 13' Map rod and reel spare spool etc is ok for float fishing in ponds and lakes etc etc. Hope so because i will also look in argos as i work by one. I suppose i'm just wanting to get something ordered so i know its coming i can then ask what people would recommend next to buy ie what hooks floats. them things that do the depth blah blah blah

Yeah but for £20 thats gotta be good though eh? This would in theory cost me £20. Can someone just confirm if these rod reel items i have linked are good enough for lake pond fishing? with floats etc etc. The difference between the waggler and the feeder which would suit best do you think? in a nutshell whats the difference. Thanks

Hi all the thing is this would cost me about £20 as i have a pile of commision from the catologue.....i need to know if this would be suitable for fair size pond lake fishing?????????????? i know i need loads of other bits but as with the commision i can afford it. I have no experiance at all! a late starter as well but im always up for a challenge. there is another rod this one - http://www.littlewoods-online.com/rf/navig...oduct=343069430 or this one http://www.littlewoods-online.com/rf/navig...oduct=343069583 any help appreciated, i mean that. Thanks so far all. Steve

A quick view of this---- i have some commision to spend from the family/kids stuff etc would this be suitable for a beginner in and around ponds and lakes that type of thing. If i can get this if it is suitable then thats half the battle because it will be about twenty quid away from being free. I'm a complete beginner and just need your advice please as im trying to figure out the best ways to get out there. if this does not link can you just copy and paste it cheers steve http://www.littlewoods-online.com/rf/navig...oduct=343069400

Steve Hi in fact hi to all who answered your advice is great. Back to Steve i found and read your post about 20 mins after i posted mine! i couldnt believe it, it would appear we are living the same life well a little bit anyway. Got two girls so theres a difference. I found your post very funny indeed, you have the same outlook as myself which is to try and have some fun and relaxation. I'm glad your still at it and again thanks for your advice. I popped into a shop this morining in West Bromwich the guy in there was really sound and gave me loads of advice. He said if i spent about £70 quid i would be ready to go if i wanted to spend a little more then obviousley i could. He said he would show me how to set up and basically how to go about a few things. This is what i needed, the shop was empty and he was very approachable. I had visions of wandering in for advice and about eight guys in waders turning around..the record scratched to a halt and i feel a twa$. Not the case, Now all i need to do is convince the enemy! Cheers all.

Hi everyone, suppose i just need some advice please. I'm a complete beginner at 32 years old. I live very close to Himley Hall in the West Midlands and i always see people fishing when i'm out and about on my bike. I suppose for the same reasons i would like to try fishing by the pools etc. I fished in the sea a little as a child but have no experience at all. I dont have any friends who fish so i cannot tag along etc. was wondering if anyone could point me in the right direction of a decent beginners set, nothing to pricey or real tat either. I have been toying with the idea for some time now and i believe that with books and the internet i should be still able to enjoy myself. I have two very young kids and need to get out on me own. Anyway anyone got any ideas or any links to any good sites by me. Any advice? What would i need etc been looking at the bits and bobs in (Ahem) Argos and there looks to be loads of bits, im not daft enough to think its gonna be world class but for a beginner can anyone recommend anything? Sorry to bombard but really keen. Thanks for now.