Glossary

King ragworm

King ragworm – The name given to a large specimen of Polychaete ragworm which can be 15mm thick and 450mm long. It has strong, sharp pincers.

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Kayak

Kayak – A small canoe normally of the sit on top type becoming increasingly popular and effective for inshore fishing.

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Knot

Knot – A method of attaching line to hooks, swivels, lures etc. Also the unit of speed used at sea.

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Landing net

Landing net – A bag shaped net attached round a metal frame which in turn is joined to a wood, metal or glass-fibre handle and used to land fish.

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Leader

Leader – A length of monofilament or fluorocarbon attached to the main line to assist with handling fish when at the side of a boat. It also helps prevent wear…

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