Bait Guide
Fish
Pilchard
Very oily, traditional on the south-west. A scent bomb. Soft — bind it or use it as a wrap.
Moderate
Presentation
A wrap over squid, or a bound side. On its own it flies off.
A very oily, soft fish bait, more of a west-country tradition than a UK-wide default. Use it as a wrap or a bound side. On its own it flies off.
Ranked from the species list. Commonly used — not a guarantee of catching.
- 1Use it as a wrap over squid or a tougher fish, or bind a side heavily.
- 2Do not expect an unbound pilchard to survive a punch.
- 3Keep the hook points clear of the oily wrap.