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Techniques

Shore fishing techniques.

Methods for Irish conditions, from ledgering to eging for squid. Each guide includes a practical method and kit list.

Step-by-step rig guides →Full gear guide

9 methods

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Each technique is written in a Wicklow context, not generic textbook advice.

Bait Fishing · BeginnerRunning LedgerCalm to moderate surf on open beaches. Best for Bass, Flounder, Dab, Smoothhound, Dogfish.→Bait Fishing · Beginner / IntermediatePulley RigWhen fishing large, fragile baits at distance in a surf or casting wind. Best for Bass, Cod, Smoothhound, Tope.→Bait Fishing · BeginnerTwo-Hook FlapperNight sessions from October to March for whiting and dabs. Best for Whiting, Dab, Flounder, Dogfish, Rockling.→Lure Fishing · BeginnerSpinning & JiggingMackerel season (June to September) from harbour walls and piers. Best for Mackerel, Pollack, Coalfish, Bass, Garfish.→Lure Fishing · IntermediateSoft Plastic Lure FishingBass in the surf from April through November (peak autumn Sep to Nov), best in 1 to 2ft of surf with some colour. Best for Bass, Pollack, Wrasse, Coalfish.→Squid · Beginner / IntermediateEging for SquidOctober through December from pier walls and harbour mouths. Best for European Squid, Cuttlefish.→Float Fishing · Beginner / IntermediateFloat FishingHarbour walls and pier edges where direct access to deep water is limited. Best for Pollack, Wrasse, Mackerel, Mullet, Garfish.→Lure Fishing · IntermediateSurface Lure FishingDawn and dusk in calm conditions from April through November (peak autumn Sep to Nov). Best for Bass, Mackerel, Garfish.→Specialist · IntermediateUptide FishingStrong tidal runs on beach marks, especially when fishing in a group where downtide lines cross. Best for Bass, Flounder, Whiting, Smoothhound.→

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