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Closed face – A reel widely used in the US and fished above the rod. The spool is enclosed by an outer cover with the line exiting through a central…

Coolbox – an essential piece of storage equipment in warm weather to keep either bait or catches cold. The temperature is maintained either by battery power or by using pre-frozen…

Cocktail – A mix of two or more baits on one hook for added attraction. Lug and squid or lug and mussel are two effective combinations.

Competition – An event where anglers compete against their peers for trophies or prizes. Also widely known as a match. Open matches can be fished by anyone whereas closed events…

Coasters – Adjustable clamps used to secure a reel to a rod butt.

Crack off – The result of a poor cast and overrun, the line snaps with a resounding crack.

Crab traps – pipes or tyres laid part buried in mud or soft sand to act as harbourage for peeling crabs which are then collected at low tide.

Crab – There are various species of this crustacean used for bait including shore crab, spider crab, velvet swimmers and edible brown crab. Favoured bait in particular for rough ground…

Crimps – Small metal ferrules used in the formation of traces and rigs. Effective not only for producing wire or heavy mono traces but also to locate droppers on rig…

Crankbaits – see Plugs