Tackle

We frequently get asked about what sort of Tackle and End Gear is required for a trip so we have put together a short list of what is best suited for your chosen trip.
On She Likes It Rough Charters we are happy to recommend Mark Harding at Alderney Angling for all your tackle requirements for our trips. On Mark's website you will find all you need for a successful days fishing at great V.A.T free prices. Mark is always happy to assist in any tackle requirements you have and can point you in the right direction to make sure you are properly equipped for any days fishing you have planned, whether it be here in Suffolk or anywhere round the UK.
We have been using the Bayzand range of tackle and lures, which Mark has stocked for some years now, we find this to be excellent both in the quality and price of the products.
For a direct link to his Bayzand mail order page please click here.

You will also see a couple of diagrams of how to fish the various methods.

Here is a quick guide of what Tackle to bring for your trip

For Wrecking Trips

• 20-30lb class boat rod (A good 4-10oz uptider will also be ok just a bit on the long side)
• A medium sized multiplier reel loaded with 20/30lb braid. The new higher ratio retrieve reels are ideal for wrecking in deep water
• Range of plane leads ranging from 7oz - 1lb
• Shads, Jellyworms, Twin tails, Lead Heads, Feathers, Hockeyes etc.
• 20/30/40lb trace mono (clear)
• Plastic wrecking booms
• Good quality swivels and snap swivels
• Strong wide gaped hooks size 5/0- 6/0

For Bassing Trips

• 12/20/30lb class boat rod (Again good uptider will also do)
• Medium sized multiplier loaded with 15-20lb braid or 15lb nylon
• Range of plain leads ranging from 6oz to 12oz
• Mini shrimp rigs or Sabikis(fish skins). Sabikis Being deadly for bait catching.
• 20/30lb trace mono (clear)
• Plastic wrecking booms
• Good quality swivels and snap swivels
• Strong wide gaped hooks size 5/0-6/0