Smoothhound Fishing in East Sussex

Summer fish, usually around the stronger tidal periods; peeler crab or hardback crab is the standout bait.

Summer visitor, often on evening tides; peeler crab or hardback crab are the key baits.

A summer visitor, with crab baits fished on stronger gear giving the best chance around a flooding tide.

Occasional in summer, especially where crabs are abundant; peel crab is the standout bait.

Possible in warmer months, particularly after dark; peeler crab, hardback crab or squid-and-crab cocktails are useful.

A seasonal summer visitor; peeler crab or hardback crab baits are the best option.

A warm-season chance, particularly on evening floods; peeler crab is the standout bait where they are present.

A summer possibility, particularly on warm evening tides; peeler crab and hardback crab are the key baits.

A warm-water summer chance, especially on crab baits; use robust tackle and expect fast, powerful runs.

A summer possibility in settled weather; peeler crab, hardback crab or squid-and-crab cocktails are the best baits.

Summer visitor over cleaner ground; peeler crab or hardback crab is the most selective bait.

A warm-season possibility, particularly in settled weather; peeler crab or hardback crab baits are preferred.

Summer possibility when crabs are present; peeler crab or hardback crab is the key bait.

A summer possibility, mainly on evening tides; use fresh peeler crab or crab cocktails on a strong pulley rig.

Occasional in summer, mainly on crab baits; target calmer evenings and use stronger tackle around the groynes.

A possible summer visitor; crab baits give the best chance when the water is warm and settled.

Seasonal chance in late spring and summer, usually during calmer spells; peeler crab or hardback crab is the key bait.

Occasional summer target where crabs are present; fish peeler crab or crab-and-squid baits on a strong, streamlined rig.

A warm-season chance, usually on crab bait; fish larger baits well out over clean ground.

Possible during settled late spring and summer conditions; peeler crab is the prime bait, with stronger tackle advisable.

A summer possibility on crab-rich ground; peeler crab or hardback crab baits give the best chance.

Occasional in warmer months; a crab bait on a strong pulley-style rig gives the best chance.

A summer chance when crabs are present; use peeler crab or crab-tipped worm on a strong running ledger.

Possible in warmer months, especially on crab baits; fish a strong pulley or pennel rig over cleaner ground.

Occasional summer possibility rather than a dependable catch; fish peeler crab or hardback crab on stronger tackle.