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🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 7 (Final Episode)
Running the Float & Reading the River

In the final episode of our Thames series, Jack shows you how to make sure your float runs through the swim properly, without dragging on the bottom, so your bait is presented as naturally as possible. 👌

He also highlights key river features to look out for — creases, depth changes, steadier glides and holding areas — helping you understand where fish are likely to be sitting and why.

A perfect way to round off the series and tie everything together for confident, effective river trotting. 🐟✨

Thanks for following along — let us know which episode helped you the most!

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 6
Feathering the Cast & Mending the Line

Two simple techniques that many experienced anglers take for granted — but ones that can make a huge difference, especially if you’re new to trotting.

🎯 Feathering the rig on the cast helps prevent tangles before they happen.
🌊 Mending the line keeps your float fishing correctly on course, rather than drifting off due to a bow in the line.

Master these two small details and you’ll spend less time untangling and more time catching, with improved bite indication and better control through the swim. 👌🐟

Small tweaks… big results.

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 5
Bread Punch as a Hookbait

When feeding liquidised bread, there’s no better hookbait than bread punch. Cheap, simple, and incredibly effective — it’s a bait that fish simply can’t resist. 🍞🐟

In this episode, we show why matching your hookbait to your feed is so important, and how bread punch can turn steady interest into positive bites when trotting the river.

A classic tactic that still catches everywhere. 👌

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 4
Simple, Budget-Friendly Baits

You don’t need fancy bait to enjoy great days trotting on the river. In this episode, we focus on cheap, simple, and effective baits — liquidised bread and maggots.

Easy to prepare, easy to feed, and deadly when trotting, these two baits are all you need for enjoyable, confidence-boosting river sessions. 👌🐟

Proof that keeping things simple often produces the best results.

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 3
The Trotting Rig Explained

In this episode, we take a more detailed look at how Jack sets up his trotting rig, breaking it down step by step so it’s easy to follow and replicate on your own river sessions.

From float choice and shotting to hooklength setup and balance, this episode focuses on getting everything working together so the rig runs naturally through the swim and gives clear, positive bite indication. 👌🐟

Perfect viewing for anyone looking to fine-tune their river trotting or gain confidence fishing flowing water.

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the Thames – Episode 2
The Setup

In this episode, we take a detailed look at the simple setup Jack uses — proving you don’t need loads of gear to get out trotting and catching on the river.

🔧 The Setup:
- Drennan 13ft Red Range Float Rod
- Drennan Vertex Reel
- Drennan Visi Trotters
- Drennan Olivettes
- Kamasan 4lb Animal Float Line
- Kamasan B560 Hooks to Nylon

A clean, balanced and reliable setup that’s perfect for anyone looking to get into river trotting or refine their approach. Simple, effective and easy to adapt to different river conditions. 👌🐟

🌊🎣 Jack Trotting on the River Thames – Episode 1

In this episode, we cover the most important part of wading out into the river.
Whether you’re a complete novice or an experienced river angler, one thing is certain — never get complacent when wading.

River beds change, flow can increase without warning, and safety should always come first. Taking your time and reading the water properly ensures you can enjoy your fishing with confidence. 👌

A vital watch for anyone who loves trotting rivers, especially during higher winter levels.

❄️🎣 Winter Waggler Mini Series – Final Part
Feeding in Winter

Feeding is everything in winter — and the old adage still rings true:
👉 You can always put more in, but you can’t take it out.

In this final episode, we look at how little feed you actually need, how to introduce it accurately, and how to avoid killing a swim when bites are hard to come by. Subtle feeding keeps fish confident, competitive, and feeding for longer. 👌🐟

Get this right and it can be the difference between a quiet session and steady winter bites.

Thanks for following the series — let us know which episode helped you the most! 🙌

❄️🎣 Winter Waggler Mini Series – Episode 3
Casting Out & Sinking the Line

Something as simple as casting out can make a huge difference to your bite indication in winter. In this episode, we show how to cast correctly and, more importantly, how to sink your line quickly to keep everything tight and in control. 👌

Getting your line under the surface reduces drift, improves bite detection, and helps you convert more shy winter bites into fish on the bank. 🐟

A small detail — but one that makes a big difference when the fishing is tough. Stay tuned for the next episode! ❄️✨