Jump to content

cockles for barbel

ellis88

By ellis88
in Coarse Fishing

 Share

Recommended Posts

Newt Member

Newt

Posted
Posted

ellis88:

it said that cockles are the number 1 barbel bait.

Since cockles are similar to water snails that are a natural part of their diet, I'm sure they are a barbel bait but the number 1 bait - not sure that is quite accurate.
" My choices in life were either to be a piano player in a whore house or a politician. And to tell the truth, there's hardly any difference!" - Harry Truman, 33rd US President

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Chris Plumb Member

Chris Plumb

Posted
Posted

Pah! - don't agree! About 7 or 8 years ago I went through a phase of using cockles A LOT on the Kennet (yup - I reckoned the barbel would love em too!). Did I catch a barbel? - NOT ONE! Now I may just have been very unlucky (probably) and I they did get me loads of chub and to this day my PB brownie (4lb 2oz) was caught on cockle during this era (1997). But as for barbel - I can't even recall hooking one using cockle. Cockles are still my number one bait for tench but as for barbel I've long since lost faith with 'em.....

 

 

Chris

"Study to be quiet." ><((º> My Blog

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing
×
×
  • Create New...

Important Information

We and our partners use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences, repeat visits and to show you personalised advertisements. By clicking “I Agree”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit Cookie Settings to provide a controlled consent.

  I accept