Thanks to preparation, I wouldn’t be caught napping when warm floods put barbel on the feed – but the river was a hazardous place

Two swollen rivers, three tense days, and right at the death I land a decent barbel to bring a season of mixed fortunes to an end...

THE BEST FISH YOU’VE LANDED THIS WEEK

Coach Brian is reminded how often success comes from working together and keeping things simple

Caught a memorable fish? Send your pictures to: troutandsalmon@twsgroup.com

Things are slowly warming up now… and sport can be red-hot