Brand new to fishing!

[Liam 224]

Hi all, I'm 19 years old and have recently decided to start coarse fishing. I'm from Leicestershire and have never fished before in my life. It is something I have wanted to do for a while, but couldn't previously because of medical problems. But I'm on the mend now and have decided to start fishing.

 

I'm familiar with all the coarse species, but that's about it lol. I have basic tackle to coarse fish, rod, reel, float, shots, hooks, hooklinks etc.

 

I was wondering if anyone could please give me tips on where to fish and the best rigs for a beginner with a rod. Preferably float fishing, but I'm open to other methods so long as they are simple to constuct and fish with.

 

I'm open for all tips and advice.

 

Thanks in advance, Liam

[Newt]

Welcome to Anglers' Net Liam.

 

You will get some good answers on your post in the coarse section I imagine.

[Renrag39]

Hi Liam, first of all welcome and let the madness begin! Glad to hear you're all fixed up.

 

Best advice I can give is to keep it simple and always have a disgorger to hand.

I'm not a regular float fisher and still getting to grips with it again myself lol. Your best bet is to have someone with you on the bank to show you and guide you through what to do. I would also recommend a basic fishing book. Personally would recommend the one by Tony Whieldon.

 

I'm sure you'll get the advice you need and if you're ever in the Norfolk Broads area I'd be more than happy to show you how I do it.

 

Regards,

Renrag

[Roland]

HI liam, welsome I'm new here also and hadnt done a lot before. I have been fishing 3 times now and loved it!

 

Theres some good advice on bits and bobs in a thread I started here: http://www.anglersnet.co.uk/forums/lot-help-t2393500.html

 

Best of luck with your new sport