Buying barbel fishing gear
For fishing barbel you need strong and reliable fishing gear. In this collection you will find everything to fish specifically for barbel: from barbel rods and reels to leaders, bait cages and bait. Whether you fish on the Waal, Maas or IJssel, here you can easily assemble your complete barbel equipment.
The right gear for barbel fishing
A barbel is a powerful fish that lives in flowing water. Therefore, sturdy gear is essential.
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Rod: A barbel rod or light carp rod with a test curve of 1.75 to 2.5 lb provides enough power for long casts and fighting strong fish.
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Line: Use nylon between 20/00 and 30/00. This is more resistant to abrasion on gravel and stone bottoms.
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Feeder cage and end tackle: A heavy feeder cage keeps the bait firmly in place in the current. Combine this with sharp hooks, strong swivels and a long leader of 1.5 to 1.8 meters for a natural bait presentation.
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Bait: Barbel is an omnivore. Good choices are maggots, worms, pellets, lunch meat or cheese cubes.
Practical tips for success
Barbel loves flowing water with a hard bottom. The best spots are outside bends, groyne pockets and zones around bridge pillars where the current is strong. With the right barbel fishing gear and a well-balanced rig you significantly increase your chance of a bite.