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Joe Carass checks out the latest bait development from Japanese bait giant Marukyu. Is there such thing as a wonder bait? Over my years in angling I have seen all manner of weird and wonderful baits come along that are supposedly the ‘next big thing’, and guaranteed to put more fish in the net. But let’s be honest, most of these things catch the angler and not the fish and most are no more successful than the last big thing. When I first saw JPz I must admit to thinking that same thought that I’d had many times before.

Hailed by Daiwa as the most durable and abrasion resistant line it has ever produced, the Tournament ST will cope with the demands of commercial fishing perfectly. The line has a slick surface that makes casting easy, and amazing knot strength. Available in a wide range of strengths from 8lb upwards, on huge bulk spools. RRP: £14.

This smart and compact carryall has the perfect amount of space for any angler who likes to take a modest amount of kit rather than everything but the kitchen sink. It is finished in ultra-smart green and black livery. RRP: £39. 99.

Barby Banks Evening Series, Rugby, Warwickshire – Wednesday 20th June. Pole Fishing editor Jon Arthur topped the field with his third successive ton-up catch in the Barby Banks three-hour evening contests. The Pole Fishing editor used a variety of tactics in his 13m wide swim, including pellets, groundbait and maggots and the Method feeder underamed tight across for 30 carp and a 118lb 8oz winning catch. In second place was Mark Griffiths (Guru) with 87lb 4oz with worm over groundbait while Mick Timson (Dynamite Makins) was third with 65lb 10oz (he wasn't allowed to weigh in the surprise crayfish he caught!).