As the second-hand tackle market continues to boom, we catch up with Jon Stevenson of SMART Pre-Loved Tackle, who reveals a selection of his most in-demand items...

THE ADVICE YOU NEED TO GET THE BEST FROM YOUR FISHING

Rising, coloured water is the enemy of winter lure anglers but, with effort and exploration, bites are still there to be had, says Karl Bird

Our experts solve your fishing problems

Good preparation and a willingness to allow the weather and river conditions to dictate your targets are key to catching in the cold

You don’t need to spend big to fish well! From rods and reels to handy accessories, we’ve picked out some of the best-value items you can buy