Trying to catch a 400-pound river monster with a single-handed reel is a recipe for disaster! Jeremy Wade explains that choosing the right fishing equipment can make the difference between victory and defeat.
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River Monsters: Fishing Tip - Have the Right Gear
Trying to catch a 400-pound river monster with a single-handed reel is a recipe for disaster! Jeremy Wade explains that choosing the right fishing equipment can make the difference between victory and defeat.
Added: May 19, 2010
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Runtime: 01:10
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