UK Match Angler [UKMA] is the ultimate resource for the Predator angler. Whether you are an enthusiast in pursuit for the largest Pike, Catfish, Perch or Zander or a beginner to the Predator scene looking for unbiased and accurate reviews of tackle, bait and venues, you will find all the latest information right here on this website.

We are always interested in what our visitors have constructively to say about the site, so if you have any ideas that we might be interested in, then please get in touch via the Contact Form under the INFO section of the navigation.

Dynamite Baits now owned by Rapala VMC Corporation

Following almost three years of negotiations, Dynamite Baits is pleased to announce that it has been purchased by one of the world’s largest fishing tackle manufacturers, Rapala VMC Corporation.

To read full press release, please click HERE.

Fox Rage launches in the UK

Following on from a hugely successful European launch Essex-based tackle giants Fox International have just launched their Rage brand in the UK offering UK anglers the chance to grab a slice of the action that has taken the European market by storm and to take their predator fishing to a whole new level.

For further information please click HERE.

Catfish-Pro Maruto Eagle Wave Hooks

When it comes to fish like the Wels catfish, the angler needs hooks and end tackle that is not going to let them down. The use of specialist hooks is one factor that the novice to the side of the sport neglects thinking that a large carp hook will suffice. For smaller fish, this may be true, but when you end up hooking a fish in excess of 60lb that runs off like an express train, you need something more substantial.

Catfish-Pro sent UKMA some of their Maruto Eagle Wave Hooks to try out.

You can read our thoughts and findings, by clicking HERE.

Catfish-Pro Livebait Polyball Rigs

With temperatures, pressure and humidity all high, this is that time of year when the big Catfish are up in the water and on the feed. Presenting baits in the mid or upper layers for these huge creatures doesn’t take that much finesse but you do need a rig that is incredibly strong.

Catfish-Pro sent UKMA some of their pre-tied polyball rigs to try out.

You can read our thoughts and findings, by clicking HERE.

Garbolino SuperCaster Carbon Reel

Entering an already saturated and difficult market with a new product takes some doing, but Garbolino have done so and are creating a bit of a storm in the lure fishing world with their range of SuperCaster reels.

Darren Cox recently sent UKMA on of the SuperCaster Carbon reels to put through its paces,and you can read our thoughts and findings HERE.

The Kelly Kettle

As anglers, we all love a fresh cup of tea or coffee when we are fishing - especially in the winter, but we all know that some stoves have problems working in low temperatures.

The Kelly Kettle has been designed to work in all temperatures and conditions, and UKMA have been putting the Kelly Kettle through its paces in all weathers.

Click HERE to read our thoughts.

Jack Pyke of England "Poacher" Knife

All anglers will require the use of a decent knife at one point or other in their angling lives, but a lot of the time the anglers put up with tools that are sub-standard to say the least.

When UKMA recently visited the Jack Pyke HQ, we came away with several products to review, and the first is the "Poacher" hunting knife.

Did the "Poacher" come up to our expectations? Click HERE to read our findings.

ET Predator Products Pike Oils

With the warmer weather kicking in now, and with this, the use of oils in baits offers far greater attraction through the water column than they do in the winter.

Andy Lush from ET Predator sent UKMA a selection of their predator oils for us to take a look at.

To read our thoughts, please click HERE.

Realtree LakeMore Catfish Challenge 2010

On July 3 2010, the annual Catfish Challenge event took place at Realtree Lakemore fishery in Crewe.

Fishery owner, Mark Ashmore was kind enough to send UKMA the results and a brief write-up for you to read.

Please click HERE to read the report.

Bait-Tech Halibut Marine Pellets

Bait-Tech sent up to UKMA some of their pre-drilled halibut marine pellets for us to put through their paces.

As we are now entering the new season on the rivers, the Barbel anglers are bound to be putting halibut pellets on their rigs.

To read our thoughts, please click HERE.

Catfish-Pro Hooklink Materials

Catfish-Pro recently sent UKMA some of their range of terminal tackle for review. Within the parcel was their range of catfish hooklink materials for us to run our thoughts over.

To read what we found, please click HERE.

Dynamite Baits Hair Rig-able Halibut Pellets

Dynamite Baits recently sent up some of their hair rig-able Halibut pellets that are bound to take a firm place in the Catfish or Specialist anglers bait armoury.

UKMA put them to the test and you can read our thoughts by clicking HERE.

GLT Penetrator Two Hooks

Gold Label Tackle and Terry Eustace have been around the angling scene for what seems to be forever, but have been overlooked by a lot of anglers when buying items.

UKMA was recently sent some of the GLT Penetrator Two Hooks to put through their paces, and you can read our findings by clicking HERE.

Kelly Kettle Profile

UKMA would like to welcome Kelly Kettle to the growing list of site supporters.

UKMA asked Kelly Kettle MD Patrick Kelly to give us some background information regarding the company, and this information can be found by clicking HERE.

Katmandoo PUPS *UKMA EXCLUSIVE*

UKMA have been informed by Kevin Perry, MD of Katmandoo, of a new bait that is looking to take the Catfish market by storm.

Click HERE for more information.

Skee-Tex Product Picks

As long term users of Skee-Tex products, the UKMA team chose a selection of available products to review.

It was a difficult decision to make in which products we chose to write about, but we are sure that you will find our words interesting.

Please click HERE to read the review.

Katmandoo Kat Baits & Glugs

Katmandoo recently sent UKMA some of their super smelly Kat Baits range for the team to run it's nose over.

How do these baits stack up?

Click HERE to read our findings.

Steve Cole joins Dynamite Baits

Another big name has been enticed into the Dynamite Baits hall of fame.
After three successful years at Fox International, Steve Cole has been recruited by the European bait giants to fill the roll as Marketing and Media manager.

Click HERE to read more.

Andy’s Crazy Catfish On Feeder Gear

Matchman of the year lands huge Wels catfish on 5lb line for the TV cameras!

Click HERE to read more.

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