How to fill your groundbait feeder

Filling a groundbait feeder with crumb and feed isn't simply a case of shoving the feeder into the groundbait mix - there's a little more to is than that...

You need to fill the feeder in such a way that the groundbait leaves the feeder easily, but also remains inside the feeder when you cast it.

Here's a few simple steps that you can easily follow to ensure that you get the vest best from your groundbait feeders the next time you're out legering.

It's worth noting that your groundbait must be mixed correctly too - it should be soft, fluffy, slightly damp and be sticky enough to hold together with a single squeeze of one hand.

We also have a superb video that explains everything you need to know about fishing with groundbait and a feeder here.

Place the feeder, bottom down, into your fluffy groundbait mix

Holding the feeder at the top push it firmly down into the groundbait mix to the point seen here

Lift out the feeder and with your fingers supporting the bottom, use your thumbto compress the mix inside

You should end up with a stiff plug of bait in the bottom. This will allow you to cast without the bait flying out

Now use the plugged feeder as a scoop to fill the remainder with light and fluffy mix

Use your thumb to gently tamp in this scooped up groundbait

The perfect feeder mix will travel through the water intact but ‘explode’ when it gets to the bottom