16> Agent X Huge, landlocked salmon up to 55lb swimming about in a small stillwater! We’re joking, right? Our man pays a visit to Warrington to see if there is any truth in the myth that such creatures exist. Will he have to go in with big guns blazing, or can these leviathans be tamed on normal trout gear?

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<48 Tackle Test Thinking of starting fly fishing and looking for an inexpensive rod? We have managed to get our hands on 12 models that can each be bought for under £70. We check them out in an in-depth test to see if they really do offer us anglers good value, or if they should be consigned to kindling.

54> Stopwatch Challenge Eskimos have survived for centuries by drilling holes in the sea ice and winkling out fish. Our challenge is not as severe I’m sure you’ll agree, but when half the water you’re supposed to be fishing is iced over it makes things… well, interesting. Our challenger has six hours to catch four fish in these arctic conditions.

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<75 Tyer’s Guide Including... Flies To Catch Fish:A look at how to tie and fish four modern classics Premier Patterns:The top February patterns from four top anglers Tying Tricks:Trade secrets you need to know to make you more proficient at the vice, from threading a bobbin to mixing different-coloured buck tail

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