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BOAT THORNBACK RAY

Thornback rays are one of the first fish to return around UK and Irish shores after winter spawning, usually in late January to February. Their numbers then grow quickly throughout the spring and they often appear when there are early season herring shoals close to shore. With the spring thornback season upon us then, what tackle do you need to target them?

MAINLINE

18/20lb mono is a perfect choice with the 12/20lb class boat rod, and 25/30lb mono with the 20/30lb class boat rod. If you fish braid, even with the

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