Every angler has a capture they will never forget, whether it was the circumstances that led to the downfall of a particular fish, or the sheer size of it, we all have a day on the bank we can recall upon as if it was yesterday!
Father-and-son duo Ian and Alfie Hodges enjoyed one such session recently while pike fishing on the Norfolk Broads, where despite some challenges, they eventually managed to land a big croc.
“After spending five days blanking on the Norfolk Broads, my son Alfie’s patience finally came good when he landed this lovely pike of 21lb 2oz."
“It was caught from a boatyard and gave the tamest of takes – in fact Alfie was initially convinced he’d hooked a small fish."
“The pike then became caught up in some lily pads, and with Alfie still not sure of its size, his friend peered into the water and that’s when he caught sight of a big fish!
“For hours after landing it, Alfie was buzzing. He spends all of his free time fishing.”
IF YOU HAVE NEVER CAUGHT A PIKE, YOU'LL FIND THIS BEGINNERS GUIDE REALLY USEFUL.
