Dab Fishing in Monmouthshire

More likely nearer the Severn influence; small worm baits on size 2–1 hooks, steady action around slack water.

Common on clean sandy patches; small hooks (size 2–1/0) with lug/rag cocktails; keep leads moving minimally.

Takes small worm baits over cleaner mud; light leads and short snoods help in the run.

Small strips of squid or lug on size 2–1 hooks; often mixed in with flounder over sandier patches.

Shows on cleaner sandier patches; small lug/tip of rag and small hooks, keep casting modest range.

Common on cleaner patches; small worm baits and size 2–1 hooks on a flowing trace work well.

Takes small worm/squid baits on 2-hook flapper; often best mid-tide when flow steadies.

Taken on small strips of squid or worm baits; size can be modest—use smaller hooks and lighter traces when tide allows.

Small dabs show on worm baits, especially when flow eases; size 2–1 hooks and lighter leads help in softer silt.

Occasional on cleaner sandier patches; small baits and shorter casts can score in steadier water near slack high.

Can show on softer patches when salinity is up. Worm baits on a simple running leger around slack water.

Can show on cleaner patches; small fish strip or worm-style baits. Use smaller hooks (1–2/0) and lighter snoods when tide allows.

Patchy but possible on worm or small fish strip when the tide eases; keep traces short to reduce tangles.