Fishing guru, Keith Arthur reels in expert guests to talk about everything and anything to do with every kind of fishing. Stick your earphones in, cast your lin...
Angling Adventures with Steve Collett: International Success and the Future of Lure Fishing |
In this episode of the Strange Boat Podcast, host Keith Arthur invites angler Steve Collett to discuss his journey over the past three and a half years. Steve shares his experiences in the world of international lure fishing, detailing the challenges and successes he's encountered. They delve into the passion and commitment required in the sport, the differences in angling cultures worldwide, and the rise of lure fishing in the UK. The pair also discuss the importance of adapting to new techniques, the state of tackle shops, and Steve's innovative ideas for promoting angling. Join them for an engaging conversation that highlights the evolving landscape of competitive fishing.
00:00 Welcome to the Strange Boat Podcast
00:27 Steve Collett's Journey in Lure Fishing
01:01 Challenges and Passion in International Fishing
01:36 The Role of Media and Public Perception
02:13 The Importance of Teamwork and Commitment
07:12 The Evolution of Match Fishing
12:26 The Rise of Lure Fishing Competitions
17:00 Challenges in Boat Fishing
31:30 Street Fishing and Urban Angling
39:51 A Great Way of Fishing
39:56 Fishing Stories and Big Catches
41:10 Economic Value and Stewardship
41:30 The Elite League and Lure Fishing
42:32 Challenges and Passion in Fishing
48:09 Women in Angling
50:17 Lure Fishing Techniques and Tips
01:03:07 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans
01:03:45 Social Media and Fishing
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1:11:05
Bob Roberts climbs aboard
After a little break Keith has pushed out the Strange Boat once more to welcome angling legend Bob Roberts on board. The guys cover a whole ranging of fishing topics, old and new. You very rarely get this much angling experience and expertise in one place so listen in. Keith has a new book out called The Mighty Trent - from Little Egret Press. Read all about it and Bob right here.
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1:05:36
Jim Burton is definitely a "match" for Keith Arthur
Doyen of the West Midlands, Jim Burton talks match fishing, reels. rods, big barble and importantly, prostate cancer too. Back to the start, at a very early age Jim found that he was quite often "ill" on a Monday and couldn't go to school. So what else could he do, he went off to join his dad at the Birmingham Smithfield Market Fishing Club! Jim is prolific on Facebook check him out, there's always interesting stuff on there. He's an Aston Villa fan but we won't hold that against him!
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59:30
Joe Jaggar, carps on about match angling with Keith on The Strange Boat.
From Barrow-in-Furness, Joe Jagger met Keith after he phoned in to the Tight Lines tv show some years ago. He’s widely recognised as both a top carp and match angler, a former Young Angler of the Year, he’s fished for England too. During his chat confesses to having beaten Bruno. Not sure we'd boast about that one!
Joe's fished in lots of big competitions on the domestic scene, having qualified for the Feedermasters final and won the two day JCB Classic. Now he's excited to be competing abroad.
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59:09
May Potter in a re-match with Keith after their fishing challenge on Tight Lines
Keith Arthur introduces us to the remarkable May Potter. May, from West Yorkshire started her fishing career at the age of 4, yes four! Some years later she has achieved so much, even after having a break from the sport, in 2023 she was selected for England Ladies for the World Championships. In this Strange Boat episode, May reveals some of her tricks and tactics.
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Fishing guru, Keith Arthur reels in expert guests to talk about everything and anything to do with every kind of fishing. Stick your earphones in, cast your line and enjoy the craic. Stick your earphones in, cast your line and enjoy the craic.
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