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After a quiet month in James Raymond waits for the arrival of the smolt-scoffing spurdogs, but only after his long-awaited trip to Norway

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The promise of spring brings with it all manner of species, and rays are at the top of many anglers’ wish lists. We asked ray specimen and species specialist Ben Stockley for his five must-have products for spring ray success

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

Our pick of the best reels to see you through the coming season