Free rig fishing for perch and zander: rigging, weight and softbait
Learn how to build a free rig for perch and zander with a sliding weight, suitable hook and softbait, plus weight selection and the difference...
Read guide
Knowledge hub
Knowledge Base
Practical predator fishing tips, rig explainers and tackle choices for anglers who want more confidence by the water.
Featured guide
APIA Grandage Legacy guide: which light-game rod should you choose?
Compare every APIA Grandage Legacy light-game rod by length and casting range, then choose the right model for perch,...
New in the knowledge hub
Read our latest guides
How to make a dropshot rig for perch and zander: hook, distance, weight and softbait choice
A complete dropshot guide for perch and zander: rig setup, hook height, tungsten weight choice and softbait selection for clear, stained or de...
Read guide
Perch or zander: how to adjust tungsten and softbait presentation
Perch and zander react differently to size, action, weight and bottom contact. Learn how to choose the right W74 softbait and tungsten setup f...
Read guide
Fishing after rain and in stained water: colour, contrast and tungsten control
Rain changes water colour, current and predator behaviour. Learn how to adapt colour, contrast, weight and presentation with tungsten and soft...
Read guide
Mounting softbaits correctly: straight on jighead, dropshot and offset hook
A softbait mounted crookedly spins, slips or loses action. Learn how to rig softbaits straight on a jighead, dropshot hook and offset hook for...
Read guide
Finesse fishing in cold water: slow, small and precise with tungsten
Cold water asks for less action, more control and precise bottom contact. Learn how to use tungsten and small softbaits for perch and zander i...
Read guide
Choosing tungsten weight by depth, current and bottom type
Choosing the right tungsten weight controls how naturally your softbait fishes and how much bottom contact you keep. This guide explains depth...
Read guide
Fishing around weed, rocks and cover: weedless rigging with tungsten
Cover holds fish, but it can cost tackle. Learn how to use tungsten bullet weights, offset hooks and softbaits for weedless Texas and light Ca...
Read guide
Streetfishing with tungsten: compact fishing on canals, docks and city ponds
Streetfishing demands quick decisions, accurate casting and strong bottom contact. Learn how to use tungsten jigheads, dropshot weights and so...
Read guide
Choosing softbait colours for perch and zander: clear, murky and dark water
Softbait colour choice should not be random. Learn when to fish natural, bright, dark or high-contrast colours and how to combine colour with ...
Read guide
Jighead, flex head or spoon: choose the right tungsten presentation
Not every tungsten presentation fishes the same. This guide explains when to choose jigheads, flex heads, dropshot weights, bullet weights or ...
Read guide
Texas and Carolina rigs with tungsten bullet weights and creature baits
Texas and Carolina rigs are ideal for pressured water, weeds, rocks and slow predator fish. Learn how to combine tungsten bullet weights with ...
Read guide
Practical expertise
Clear guidance for perch, zander and finesse predator fishing.
From guide to water
Order the tackle from the guides directly in the shop.
Chosen for real sessions
From finesse rigs to tungsten weights, focused on predator fishing.