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Zander, or pike-perch as they are sometimes called, have been shrouded in controversy ever since they were first introduced into Britain's rivers and drains in 1963. They were soon blamed for the decline in fish stocks in the Fens, where they were initally introduced. Notwithstanding this, forty years after their introduction, zander are now widely accepted and are regarded by many anglers as almost a cult fish.
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Mark Barrett has been a keen angler since childhood and has a vast experience of coarse fishing in general and zander in particular. Mark holds the record for the largest coarse fish caught from an East Anglian river; a 43lb 14oz carp landed in July 2005. He has been a regional organizer for the Pike Angler's Club since 2004 and became the Club General Secretary in 2006. Resident - Cambridgeshire
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I'm sorry to disagree with the overall rating of other reviews but this book is very misleading if, like me, you wish to learn of and explore a new species in the area where you actually fish. It is very much about what Mark and his mates catch on their home waters, and as such a very good book. I would say call it "Fenland Zander" in line with the authors other offering of "Fenland pike".
Like most people I buy a book on what it promises on the sleeve:
"All the major British waters are covered" ... so I hoped to see something on the Trent where we are now getting a good head of these fish - nothing! ...... though you do get a chapter on Zander on the Ebro!
"Well illustrated with informative diagrams ..." it goes on, - there are 4 diagrams of basic pike rigs on a single page!
On a lighter note I just find it amusing to be told "the very last thing a zander angler will want to be doing is fishing off a bait runner" - followed immediately by "the reels I use for zandering are Shimano bait runners" ... and then a very valid reason as to why. A bit like "my landing net is a Wychwood 32in round net. I prefer the round nets as....... " followed immediately by a picture of the author with all his gear - isn't that net triangular :)
I won't criticise further but if you're looking to buy this, consider perhaps one of the many "hardly-used" copies available, there do seem a lot about for a 2008 publication!
Like most people I buy a book on what it promises on the sleeve:
"All the major British waters are covered" ... so I hoped to see something on the Trent where we are now getting a good head of these fish - nothing! ...... though you do get a chapter on Zander on the Ebro!
"Well illustrated with informative diagrams ..." it goes on, - there are 4 diagrams of basic pike rigs on a single page!
On a lighter note I just find it amusing to be told "the very last thing a zander angler will want to be doing is fishing off a bait runner" - followed immediately by "the reels I use for zandering are Shimano bait runners" ... and then a very valid reason as to why. A bit like "my landing net is a Wychwood 32in round net. I prefer the round nets as....... " followed immediately by a picture of the author with all his gear - isn't that net triangular :)
I won't criticise further but if you're looking to buy this, consider perhaps one of the many "hardly-used" copies available, there do seem a lot about for a 2008 publication!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
At long last we now have 3 decent books on the subject of zander. Originally back in the early 80's we had the groundbreaking book Zander by Barrie Rickards and Neville Fickling, a lot of which owed its roots in Neville's own University thesis work. Some years later Steve Younger produced Fenland Zander, which was his fantastic account of the efforts he and his friends went to, to achieve their notoriety amongst Zed circles. For many years Steve's book has been as good as it was ever likely to get. However, in this offering Mark Barrett adds his own views and experiences to the world and includes contributions from other successful Zedheads.
If, like me, you have been drawn into the haunting, often solitary and uber-furstrating world of zander angling ... this book is a must. I found it a fabulous read and whilst there are passages within it that I found myself slightly disagreeing with, Marks results speak for themselves. That is part of the allure of this fish, big ones are scarce and they are really difficult to track down and catch. Nobody knows all the answers, nobody knows all the methods and to be fair, Mark doesn't profess to know it all. Its just a really well written book that will expand your knowledge of this enigmatic species and will broaden your knowledge base. What I do like is that Mark doesn't lecture you on tackle, rigs and methods ... he just explains the basics that have served him well and leaves you to draw your own conclusions.
Has it improved my results? Not really. Has it improved my understanding ? Without a doubt but more than anything, what this book has done is reinforce my love for this branch of the sport. I think Mark is destined to become an important figure in the world of predator fishing. I have been to hear him talk at a PAC meeting, he was kind enough to sign my copy and he just seems an all round nice bloke and that comes across in his book. Steve Youngers book was an important milestone for anyone who fishes the Fens and in this book, Mark has basically brought the Fenland scene up to date in what seems a very logical follow-on volume on the species. Two very different anglers and writers and yet the two books really do go hand in hand.
If, like me, you have been drawn into the haunting, often solitary and uber-furstrating world of zander angling ... this book is a must. I found it a fabulous read and whilst there are passages within it that I found myself slightly disagreeing with, Marks results speak for themselves. That is part of the allure of this fish, big ones are scarce and they are really difficult to track down and catch. Nobody knows all the answers, nobody knows all the methods and to be fair, Mark doesn't profess to know it all. Its just a really well written book that will expand your knowledge of this enigmatic species and will broaden your knowledge base. What I do like is that Mark doesn't lecture you on tackle, rigs and methods ... he just explains the basics that have served him well and leaves you to draw your own conclusions.
Has it improved my results? Not really. Has it improved my understanding ? Without a doubt but more than anything, what this book has done is reinforce my love for this branch of the sport. I think Mark is destined to become an important figure in the world of predator fishing. I have been to hear him talk at a PAC meeting, he was kind enough to sign my copy and he just seems an all round nice bloke and that comes across in his book. Steve Youngers book was an important milestone for anyone who fishes the Fens and in this book, Mark has basically brought the Fenland scene up to date in what seems a very logical follow-on volume on the species. Two very different anglers and writers and yet the two books really do go hand in hand.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A comprehensive book on the subject,with detailed coverage of fishing methods and waters.
If you want to learn about zander and how and where to catch them,this book is an excellent starting point.
If you want to learn about zander and how and where to catch them,this book is an excellent starting point.
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