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Tackle, baits, spots and seasons — a full guide to catching Zander.
Read the guide →Wednesday, August 5
The bite is strong — fish are active. Pressure is rising — activity tends to be more subdued.
Best time — 05:00–07:00 (dawn bite) and 21:00–22:00 (dusk bite).
Work the cover — snags, weed edges, hole entrances; retrieve the lure with pauses.
The water's turning murky — go with bright, noisy lures: paddle-tail on a jig or curly-tail grub.
No special gear needed — seasonal clothing will do. Rain is expected — don't forget a rain jacket or a waterproof shell.
Worth going — it's a productive day.