Winter Barbel fishing River Wye floodwater cold temperature hints tips tackle rigs bait

How do you tackle a flooded River ? ( please feel free to comment below)
Challenging conditions with a rapidly changing river meant finding a safe place to fish was priority. Using carp style rigs and boilies gave the best presentation whilst concentrating loose feed to a small area as a cold water temperature meant feeding was minimal.
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[@cliveeariss880]

This is a man who reads the river like a book, passion for angling, in silence, excellent channel

[@markfiges999]

That's how EVERY fishing vid on youtube shoud be, no yak no music, just fishing

[@Y.K.72]

I have a past as a competitive angler, which has always stayed with me. This means that every fishing session of mine is permeated by hyperactivity, constant changes when the fish is not biting, and in a certain sense, even stress. When fishing, I am exactly the opposite of you. This only increases my esteem for you and makes me appreciate your videos even more, which inspire peace of mind. Well done and keep it up.

[@johnbayley3312]

28th December, this is class ,

[@AnAverageAngler]

Well done 👏🏻 Any fish in those conditions are well deserved. Loved the wind whistling through your line and your drawing.

[@jonathanwatson2427]

A most welcome Christmas gift - thanks again silent angler 🙏

[@paganoutdoors3193]

Such a stunning place the river wye, really need to get back down that way, I find your videos very relaxing, and I think I've said before, very john Wilson esk in the vibe of the video, hope you had a good Xmas and New year ,tight lines, good health and safe travels my friend, cheers craig

[@walkingwithgiants1]

You were on that bite like Wyatt Earp with a six gun! 😁

[@harryturner3063]

Yet another enjoyable video, thanks! To catch a Barbel in those conditions was no mean feat. I loved the sound of the bait runner when you had the bite! I look forward to your next barbel video. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

[@neillumby7885]

Really enjoy your videos, keep em coming silent

[@stevewilliams5428]

More excellence. The river is more mysterious and foreboding when like this, so when it gives up a treasure it's more satisfying. The crampons are excellent although some wear the wrong boots and complain about them coming off....they need a heel kicker to stay on, as yours have.

[@martincallaghan8817]

It's usually binoculars that get tossed onto the bank with me 🤣 followed by a remark from the wife " how much did you pay for them ' oh a couple of quid, anyway that slight fib was enough to see a shall we say a cheaper pair arrive from that mighty river company. Wishing you and yours a happy Christmas 🎄

[@alanrichardson7790]

all the best to you keep the vids coming

[@ianmiller865]

happydays a new vid. i wish you made more but fully understand why you cant. i so look 4ward to seeing a new vid come up . merry christmas and a happy new year buddy

[@parklandpiker]

Another good watch,next you tube "the silent sketchers"

[@kaimichael5444]

Love watching your barbel videos

[@terrycousins3015]

When Spicy Shrimp And Prawn first hit the tackle shops back in the day,it accounted for mega catches of Chub from various southern and eastern rivers and a few Barbel for me. I’ve two pots of unopened glug and tempted to buy some more boilies. It was a fantastic bait back then,so maybe worth another shot.

[@PaulH20DrinkMe]

Great video. What are the things called you attach to your wellies to grip the mud ? They could be very useful for safety and id love to get some.

[@keithscott676]

Have you tried the cheesy garlic bait??

[@martinklein4651]

I fished the Wye last week, and learned some very important lessons. I'm no spring chicken, and I've never had a problem before. But this day the river was the same as in the video. Had a ferocious Barbel bite, I stood up and slipped over, got up, only to see my rod disapear into the river. From now on, I will always use the baitrunner.And I think I should invest in those crampons that you put on your boots. Cost me about£190 that day. What with the day ticket, petrol and loss of a new rod and my favourite reel.Did have a good ending though, I did catch a pb Barbel later on.