Andy is a passionate predator angler who travels all around the country for his predator fishing fix. He can be found Jigging for Zander on tidal Rivers, ledgering for Pike on the Fens, or even chucking Pike flies on the reservoirs.

Marketing Manager, Andy Charlton said;

"We are delighted to officially announce that Andy Black has joined our existing Coarse Academy to help us push the predator focused Greys Prowla brand. Andy brings a huge wealth of knowledge to the table and I'm extremely excited by the prospect of working with him".

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You will also find Stevie at the meet and greet area with angling personalities incusing TV's most famous angler John Wilson.

Alongside the casting demos, the show will feature talks, the Interactive Youth Zone, cooking demos, top fly tying demos, and free casting and fly tying lessons from APGAI-Ireland. There's something every angler and angling enthusiast.

Hardy, Greys and Chub fishing tackle will be available via the show's trade stands.

Find out more about the show on the Ireland Angling Show website. 

Stevie was among only two Europeans asked to give a fly casting clinic at this high profile event and was interviewed by Argentine T.V and sampled the fishing on the World famous Rio Grande River. The other was top caster Danish caster Henrik Mortensen. The show was a great success with Stevie showing fly casting with Hardy rods and reels which the local guides and anglers also tried and enjoyed. Stevie would like to thank all involved with this marvellous event and hopes he can return.

The second part of his trip Stevie stayed at The Estancia Despedida lodge, hosted by Danny Lajous and Ozzie, this is where Stevie landed his biggest ever Sea Run Brown Trout which tipped the scales just over 24lb, taken on a fly given to him by his show interpreter and now friend Jorge Luis Calvo Laubli or Tato for short.The deadly pattern was a Black & Red Articulated dressing.

Stevie tells us the Despedida Lodge is "lavish and relaxing" set in a beautiful wilderness with not only fishing on the Rio Grande but also the beautiful rivers Rio Menendez and Rio Mc Lennan. Stevie said Danny and Ozzie are the ultimate lodge hosts: "Their kind nature coupled by a rich fishing knowledge made me feel right at home. As the only owner-operated lodge on the Rio Grande, Despedida has the comforting feel of staying with your fishing family.

"Danny's son Tommy and his friend Jorge are fantastic guides with an uncanny ability to find big fish that will take. Ozzie's entertaining conversation at the dinner table ranged from Argentine history to rock, Jazz and blues music to world affairs. Chef Oscar served excellent four course meals with elements of Argentine and European cuisine that were well-matched with best Argentine wines"

Stevie definitely will be back hopefully as a guest again to the show and also Despedida Lodge have asked him to promote and host trips to this wonderful destination to U.K and Irish anglers, so anyone interested in sampling this magnificent part of the world and its great fishing contact Stevie Munn by email

We are very pleased to announce that the 2010 Greys fishing catalogue is now available from your local Greys dealer or as a download from our website.

The one hundred and seventy seven page catalogue features all the current Greys product from the fly, spinning, coarse, predator, carp and sea ranges.

In the fly fishing section, along with stunning photography from the UK and around the world the catalogue features all the latest fly fishing products for 2010 including the three superb new fly rod ranges GS,GS2,and GRXi+ and also Greys best fishing clothing yet, the GRXi Xtreme.

In the fly rod category new rod flex explanations have been introduced which include each rod's loading point, recovery rate, the rod stop and the flex characteristics. This detailed information is designed to make it even easier to choose the correct Greys rod.

In the sea fishing section detailed descriptions complement the rod ranges giving information on casting styles, rod actions and best fishing applications. To complement the rod range the G-Mag reels are also featured along with the ever popular shore and boat rigs and Apollo luggage and clothing.

New in the Coarse category are the stunning Prodigy TX & VX rods - a superb range of Float, Barbel & Specimen rods. Another key product in the Coarse range are the highly acclaimed Klip Lok bait boxes.

Our Greys Prowla range of Predator fishing tackle has been received amazingly well by retailers and consumers alike. Featured in the catalogue are the hugely popular Platinum Bait & Jerk bait rods along with all the luggage and terminal tackle.

A further evolution in Greys rods sees the new Spod and Marker Plus rods. Built upon the success of their predecessors these rods are a must have piece of kit for any angler.

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Read more from John Bailey.

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Typically my own fishing commences on bread and butter waters such as canals, drains and slow rivers. Quite often these are Pike infested, but they can be fairly unappetizing on first glance. On the Somerset Levels, for example, you often find enough of a jungle beneath the surface to keep Tarzan himself happy. Thus the Pike still have plenty of cover and you could be looking at as much depth of weed as water. No need to panic however, a lure teased just above the salad is often enough to get a murderous response.

Fly fishing is another good option, especially if the Pike are slightly cagey. A floating line set up is best where weed dominates shallow to medium water. My own favourite patterns for the job are not too weighty, often incorporating buoyant deer hair so as to sink only slowly. This not only helps beat the weed, but you can allow a waiting Pike adequate time to have a go at the fly. The sight of a Pike fly hanging and twitching over shady holes and weed beds is a tantalizing one for both Pike and angler. If the heavens really open and kill the water clarity however, you may find yourself reaching for the bait freezer earlier than you thought.

I love to rove good distances in autumn, just as at any time of the year, for Pike. But this doesn't exclude the use of dead baits. Indeed, if the water carries some extra colour or you find it festooned with floating crud, a gently drifted bait can be exceptionally useful. For the past few seasons it has been a real eye opener just how deadly a suspended deadbait can be. Using a nice visible float such as the Prowla Supa Sight Dart, you can drift or trot a bait to cover lots of suitable territory.

First choice for this method would be a 4-6" Roach dead bait- although when the water looks less appetizing a smelly and brightly dyed sprat or other smallish sea deadbait can produce. Set the bait to fish mid water, just above weed growth. On a river, you can use the current- but a breeze or healthy tow will do just as nicely on canals and drains. The bites are instant and should be struck immediately. In fact, I often like to use just one fairly large treble for the task, the bait hooked through the back. A red bait flag passed onto the hook helps prevent losses, as well as adding an extra dash of colour.

Two things quickly dawn on you when drifting a deadbait suspended in midwater. Firstly, the Pike have no qualms about intercepting a bait fished well off the bottom (on a weedy drain this might be little more than 18" below the surface). Equally, you find that as the bait travels with the tow, you avoid much of that floating autumn debris which collects so readily on a static line. If you do want to try a more static approach however, it would be sensible to pop up the bait to keep it visible.

One final note is to keep an open mind and make full use of the time you have at your disposal. Once the days shorten substantially it becomes tricky to sneak out for a couple of hours morning fishing, but evenings can also see the Pike go on a killing spree, and it can be well worth trying an hour or so into dark after work. The Pike are often still lean and angry, having not had time to fatten up yet. But make no mistake, they'll be hungry. And with long range forecasters predicting a positively Siberian winter, it's time for fish and angler alike to make the most of autumn while it lasts. Happy fishing!

For more articles, photography and Dominic's lively blog, Crooked Lines visit www.dgfishing.co.uk

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Russia is an exciting market for the company and the firm has had good relations with the Russian Federation for many years. Hardy & Greys be exhibiting through our Russian distribution partner, Eco Technology, who are the most established importer of foreign fishing tackle to the Russian Federation.

International Sales & Events Manager Andrew Sowerby will be on hand to meet Russian customers, discuss products and the new areas of innovation we're working on.

The Hunting and Fishing in Russia Exhibition will feature over 700 exhibitors from Russia, CIS and foreign countries demonstrating the best samples of their products and services including hunting and fishing equipment and accessories, vehicles, fishing and hunting tourism, recreation, books, souvenirs and gifts. The exhibition will be attended by companies from Belarus, Ukraine, Italy, Norway, Latvia, Poland, Korea, China, Japan, New Zealand, as well as almost all Russian regions. It is expected that the number of visitors will be more than 60,000 people.

For more details on the show, please contact Andrew Sowerby asowerby@hardygreys.com

Andrew Sowerby is the International Sales & Events Manager for Hardy & Greys. Andrew has been with the company for 10 years, travels all over the world, and appeared on TV in various countries. Andrew's a keen angler, loves to get out and fish in whichever location he finds himself, and has caught a variety of species across the world on lure, bait and fly. Andrew is pictured with a a large Kahawai caught on Lure at the mouth of the Hurunui Rover in New Zealand.

Guided by Hardy & Greys Consultant, John Horsey on Chew Valley, this big twenty joins Chris's 30lb 4oz PB cracker caught in February 2009.

John and Chris have just completed making a new fishing series. The pair fished in the Maldives, the Yukon, Chew Valley for Pike and Ireland.

31 year old Dominic is a highly talented mutli-disciplined angler who has had over 70 angling features published in the last few years with magazines such as Anglers Mail, Angling Times & Total Fly Fisher.

Dominic said;

"As a writer whose work has covered everything from small stream fly fishing to specimen Pike, Hardy & Greys seems the perfect match for me as they produce such a wide range of quality kit. Equally however, I'm drawn by the more traditional values of the company, which is important for my writing- that aims to capture the magic of the sport without the hard sell. It's great to be involved with a company that has listened to angling legends from Richard Walker to John Bailey."

Marketing Manager, Gav Burn said;

"I'm delighted that we have been able to secure the services of a young, dynamic and professional angler such as Dominic. We look forward to working with and helping to develop Dominic in the years ahead."

Chub has also been voted the best brand for Carp rods below 100 Euro and in the best luggage category for the 2010 tackle awards.

These awards are presented to some of the best fishing tackle manufacturers in the world and we are pleased to have been successful.

Angling Unlimited believe people should have the opportunity to:

• Experience and enjoy angling
• Enjoy a healthy competitive environment
• Have a quality introduction to angling suited to their level of personal development
• Be offered excellent teaching, coaching and resources
• Progress along a structured path of achievement
• Fulfil their angling potential

Angling Unlimited works in partnership with local public services such as the Police, Youth Offending Teams, The Environment Agency and schools, as well as voluntary and community organisations.

Hardy & Greys Ltd are pleased to support Angling Unlimited

Gary arrives with a wealth of experience after ten years in the food service industry followed by thirteen highly successful years with fishing tackle manufacturer, Shimano.

Gary said of his appointment;

"It was a big step leaving Shimano, but when the opportunity arose to move to such a forward thinking, progressive company such as Hardy & Greys I found it impossible to refuse.

Since joining Hardy & Greys Ltd I have been overwhelmed with the level of customer focus and passion to succeed. I am looking forward to rekindling many old acquaintances, making some new ones and playing a full part in what looks certain to be a very bright future indeed."

Sales and Marketing Director, Ken Brewster said;

"I am delighted that Gary has joined us. He has a wealth of experience and tremendous customer relationships throughout the trade. He has fitted into the team instantly and will, I am sure, do a terrific job for us."

Gary replaces Steve Peterson who is taking up his new role as Game Marketing Manager for the Company starting at the end of April.

Irish Angler Magazine review the Greys Prowla Platinum Drop Shot Rods in their April 2010 edition.

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Dave had been working as a Consultant for the Northumberland based fishing tackle company for over three years, and has been heavily involved with rod and tackle design during this period. This includes working on the highly successful Hardy Marksman, and the new Greys Prodigy Specimen & Specialist Coarse introductions.

Dave has been a highly successful match and specialist coarse angler for many years. He has written extensively for the Angling press and currently writes weekly features for the Angler's Mail magazine. He will continue to contribute to this popular magazine from his new location and home in Alnwick, which will no doubt delight many northern anglers!

Commenting on his new position Dave said;

"I'm deeply honoured to have been offered the position of Coarse Product Manager and I relish the challenge.

"Hardy & Greys Ltd is a major, forward thinking company who are going places fast in both the Coarse and Carp markets, and I can now be even more involved with this exciting success story.

"I have made many new friends in Northumberland and I can't wait to explore the fishing up there."

Managing Director of Hardy & Greys Ltd, Richard Sanderson said;

"Hardy & Greys are pleased to announce Dave is joining our Product Development Team on a full time basis. Dave has been working with us for many years as a consultant and brings a wealth of experience with him from both the coarse market and fishing tackle industry. We are very excited to have Dave on board and look forward to launching many new products with his expert knowledge of the coarse & match market."

Andy landed the PB 27lb 4oz Pike using a prototype phase 2 Greys Prowla bait rod, rigged with a Prowla bait slider on 40lb braid, quick change in-line sinkers and a standard size four hook trace.

Greys Carp and Coarse Category Manager, Andy Charlton said;

"Dry rod tests in the office are critical and serve an important purpose, but there's nothing like actually using a product in the environment in which it has been designed to be used. To hook and land such an impressive fish on a new prototype Prowla rod was real heart in the mouth stuff! But the rod more than comfortably handled it and we are all extremely excited with our future developments, and with the ongoing success of Prowla."

Two days fishing for Pike during the Trials at Chew Valley on the 28th and 29th October saw the two anglers land 21 fish between them, including a 33lb 8oz Pike.

Fishing lures using Greys Prowla Jerk Bait rods, and dead baits using Prowla Bait & Boat rods, John's big fish fell to a smelt mounted on a Prowla size 6 Supa Snap Tackle, float legered under a Prowla Bait Slider and Quick Change In-line Sinker.

The fish initially dropped the bait after running a few yards with it, but then picked it up again after John carefully gave it a couple of twitches. It was landed on a Prowla 10'6" 3lb TC Boat rod and was netted by John's boat partner, Andy Charlton.

Andy said;

"John and I landed fish steadily over the first afternoon after switching to dead baits following a morning of fishing lures. When the big girl was first hooked we both thought it to be a lower double until it's back broke the surface and all hell broke loose! There were a couple of hairy moments at the boat but we eventually slipped the net under her. What an amazing fish and a superb 2 days Pike fishing."

With the aim of revolutionising predator fishing, Greys are proud to bring you this 27 page consumer catalogue from the Alnwick-based fishing tackle manufacturer.

Featuring an array of 90+ exciting new products under the name Prowla, each product in the range has undergone comprehensive research and testing across Europe by specialist predator anglers.

With rods in mind the Platinum models are the flagship of the range and include the Platinum Lure / Spin rods. Four rods compose this range, all completed with a well balanced blank and smooth fast action for great casting distance and safe fish playing.

The Platinum Drop Shot and Vertical Jigging rods have been designed to make the best use of the latest lure techniques, featuring an exclusive Greys D-Tecta reel seat that enables the user to trap braided line directly against the blank. This enhances the feel you experience when a fish takes. All models have the perfect sensitive tip actions required to inject life into lures.

The Greys Platinum Bait and Boat rods offer fantastic versatility and are designed with progressive through actions. They are powerful enough to set hooks at distance yet absorb close range lunges with ease.

All Platinum Jerk Bait rods have sensitive tip actions, essential for working lures of all types. The range consists of 5 models, in various lengths and casting weights, covering every fishing situation you might encounter.

In the Luggage category, the new Prowla luggage has been created with organisation in mind. Items in the range include the Specimen Quiver, Coolstyle Bait Bag, Trace Tube and Tool Roll - each designed to help you fish more efficiently.

Greys also present their first line of terminal tackle including everything a predator angler would need. Along with these items, Greys have developed a range of accompanying tools.

Category Manager, Andy Charlton said;

"The Prowla range offers everything that a predator angler would expect from a quality brand and Greys are proud and excited about its launch.

"We have developed over 90 products for the launch, and with many more on the way we are looking forward to seeing the ongoing success of the range."

Angling Times magazine

'Many anglers hate it when the temperature starts to plunge, but I look forward to the onset of winter because, for me, its pike time...'

Improve Your Coarse Fishing magazine review the new range of Prowla rods.

Improve Your Coarse Fishing magazine review the new Greys Prowla range.

Angling Times review the new range of Greys Prowla tackle, Thursday August 25th 2009.

View the new Greys Prowla Advert. 

Both men were being guided by Hardy & Greys Ltd Consultant and England Fly Fishing Team Captain, John Horsey for the first two days of the annual sell-out Chew Valley Pike Trials.

Chris said;

"It was easily the coldest day that I've ever fished on. The water temperature was only three degrees and we didn't expect any runs a all.

"Around lunctime we have half a dozen Pike on smelt before I caught my PB 30lb 2oz Pike on float-fish smelt deadbait.

"I was absolutely thrilled as my previous PR was just 29lb."

Following two years in design and development working with top flight Predator anglers in both the UK and Europe, the new range of Prowla rods, terminal tackle, luggage and accessories have reached the end of its long testing period.

"The 12ft 3lb TC Greys Prowla Platinum Bait Rod that I was using was light to handle," said Chris. "Casting beautifully, it still had masses of power in reserve for playing a very big, strong fish in deep water under a boat. The rod set the hook easily at range and there was plenty of power to deliver the fish quickly to the net. What a day!"

Martin also had a Pike, weighing 19lb 8oz, on his Greys Prowla 10ft 6ins Boat Rod and John joined in the action too when he caught a PB Perch, weighing 4lb 6oz, on a Greys 6ft Prowla Platinum Jerkbait Rod.

John Horsey said;

"Over the years I have had great days at Chew on the Pike, but those two days must be the best so far. We have boated even bigger Pike, but never in such adverse conditions. For Chris to get his PR Pike in the middle of a snow storm that left most of our tackle completly covered, was absolutely brilliant!

"Then, to think we caught all our fish using the latest Prowla range of predator rods was fantastic. All the rods performed incredibly well - at times we had solid ice in the rod rings, but still they delivered the goods - cast after cast."

Coarse and Carp Category Product Managr, Andy Charlton said;

"The Prowla range has been carefully engineered for today's predator angling and is the most exciting range of products I've ever been involved with while at Hardy & Greys Ltd.

"Designed and developed by some of Europe's finest specimen anglers, I am incredibly excited to be nearing the launch later this year. Eighteen rods encompass the range, including bait, boat, drop shot, jerk baits, lure rods and vertical jig rods all priced between £79.99 and £109.99."

We are pleased to announce the launch of our new interactive Prowla website which we will be updating daily.

Featured on the site are all of the new products for 2009 from Prowla.

Please check back for further news and product updates coming soon.

The show, which took place on the 7th and 8th February at the Ijsselhallen in Zwolle, Netherlands, saw the new Hardy Carp rod, designed for the Dutch market, stolen prior to the Show on the evening of the 6th February.

Andrew Sowerby, International Sales and Events Manager for Hardy & Greys Ltd said;

"I am sickened by this theft. As it is a prototype, this specific example of the rod is of little value, even worse, anglers had travelled several hours to the show specifically to see, handle and discuss the Hardy Goldbow - this is exactly why anglers go to shows."

This rod, together with a number of Hardy Marksman Coarse rods were stolen. The Hardy Goldbow rod is clearly identifiable by its distinct rich brown blank, full cork handle and has no bag, tube or stopper. The Marksman Coarse rods are easily identifiable as they also have no bags, stoppers or tubes and the Hardy Feeder rods only have one 2oz quiver tip in each of them.

Police are now looking to find the stolen items and Hardy & Greys Ltd are offering a complete finished Hardy Goldbow Carp rod as a reward to anyone who has information that leads to the recovery of this prototype.