The River Test is known around the world as the home of traditional English fly fishing — crystal clear chalk stream water, wild trout, and centuries of history.
But today, we’re doing something a little different.
Instead of targeting trout, I headed down into the tidal reaches near Southampton Water in search of bass. As freshwater meets saltwater, this legendary river completely changes character, and at the right stage of the tide, predators move in.
In this session I’ll be exploring the lower River Test, working lures through the current, and seeing whether bass can really be found in one of the UK’s most iconic rivers.
If you enjoy bass fishing, lure fishing, estuary sessions, or just exploring unusual fishing locations, this one’s for you.
???? Location: River Test / Southampton Water
???? Target Species: European Bass
???? Tactics: Lure Fishing
???? If you enjoyed it:
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MUST HAVE LURES -
Fiish Black Minnow -https://amzn.to/45Q0e4V
Savage Gear Seeker - https://amzn.to/4lpXi3r
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But today, we’re doing something a little different.
Instead of targeting trout, I headed down into the tidal reaches near Southampton Water in search of bass. As freshwater meets saltwater, this legendary river completely changes character, and at the right stage of the tide, predators move in.
In this session I’ll be exploring the lower River Test, working lures through the current, and seeing whether bass can really be found in one of the UK’s most iconic rivers.
If you enjoy bass fishing, lure fishing, estuary sessions, or just exploring unusual fishing locations, this one’s for you.
???? Location: River Test / Southampton Water
???? Target Species: European Bass
???? Tactics: Lure Fishing
???? If you enjoyed it:
Drop a like, leave a comment, and subscribe for more UK lure fishing adventures!
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Get the gear I use!
Daiwa Ninja Lure Rod - https://amzn.to/4mNF3WV
Daiwa Ninja LT reel - https://amzn.to/4mMdq0g
MUST HAVE LURES -
Fiish Black Minnow -https://amzn.to/45Q0e4V
Savage Gear Seeker - https://amzn.to/4lpXi3r
Westin Sandy Andy - https://amzn.to/45kwiOc
Fishus Espitit - https://amzn.to/471ToKG
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Find me on:
Insta - rikosheafishing
Tiktok - rikosheafishing
enquiries - rikosheafishing@gmail.com
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