In this episode, Darren and I break down the three beach fishing rigs we believe every angler should carry. Whether you’re targeting cod, bass or rays on the open beach or scratching for flatties and pop up fishing for mackerel, these setups cover the core situations you’ll meet on the shoreline.
🎣 Rigs Discussed
Bagnall Bar — great for surf, movement and presenting big baits
Urfe Rig — distance, simplicity and clean presentation
3-Hook Flapper — the classic all-rounder when bites are hard to find
We discuss:
When each rig outperforms the others
Why these three cover almost every UK beach scenario
Practical tweaks to boost hook-ups and minimise tangles
How to stay ready for changing tide, surf and conditions
If you’re building a core tackle setup for beach fishing, these are the rigs that never leave our boxes.