OPEN MATCH RULES
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      

• 2 keepnets to be used on all matches, (if only 1 net is used, the maximum permitted in that net is 50lb.  Any weight over 50lb will not be counted).

 

• 3 keepnets to be used if weights above 200lb are exceeded.  No more than 100lb per net.  Any weight over 100lb will not be counted.

 

• All fish to be netted.

 

• No floating baits.

 

• A float or indicator must be used at all times.  There must be 10.16cm / 4” of line between the pole tip & float and 15.24cm / 6” deep below the float.

 

• Barbless hooks no bigger than a size 10.

 

• No Braid.

 

• No Bollies.

 

• Feed pellets must be Tunnel Barn’s own.  Any angler found to be using different will be disqualified.

 

• No litter to be left on the pools after the match.

 

• Applicable 1st Mar - 30th Sep Feb only - No bread allowed.
  


• Applicable 1st Oct - end Feb only - No lose feeding of bread is allowed in any form.  Bread is only allowed as hook bait, in the form of bread punch, no bigger than 10mm.


• All keepnets must be dry before they are put into the water and can only be put in 15 minutes prior to the match starting. They should be laid out on the bank while setting up.