Species · Coarse · Tinca tinca
Tench
The "Doctor Fish". Strong fighters.
Where and when
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Habitat | Lakes, ponds |
| Best time | Midday (rare) |
| Category | Specimen |
Baits and tactics
- Tactics: Lift method, Float, Leger
- Baits and flies: Sweetcorn, Worms, Pellets
Tackle that suits
| Detail | |
|---|---|
| Hooks | 12-14. Medium-strong wire. Wide gape for corn, round bend for worm |
| Mainline | 0.18-0.20mm. 5-6lb. Mono - reliable for powerful runs |
| Hooklength | 0.14-0.16mm. 6-8". Mono - tough enough for weed beds |
| Shotting | Lift method: bulk shot on bottom, float set to cock with shot resting. Standard: olivette + dropper. |
| Field notes | Classic lift bite - float lifts and lays flat on surface; Pre-bait swim with corn and hemp the night before; Dawn is prime tench time - be set up before sunrise; Elastic: 10-12 solid, tench fight hard for their size; Sweetcorn on a size 12 is a deadly combination |
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