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Storm Hector failed to produce a spate but it did not affect catches too much as the Helmsdale river produced around 45 fish. Grilse have arrived and hopefully the run will extend well into July. Grilse have also arrived on the Brora and most are in very good condition.

During my Brora week, low water dictated the tackle and small flies were a must, the RS SuperSquid micro, UV Alistairs and Baby TDs were very effective as usual. Loop Cross S1 rods in 10ft and 13 were the rods of choice, they are unrivalled for lightness and presentation, 12ft would have been ideal, I feel another purchase coming on!

Ron with one of many superbly conditioned Brora grilse which attacked his Alistair UV tube with the usual ferocity, click the link below to buy.

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Donna with her biggest of the week, a 9 pounder Beech tree pool, Alistair UV conehead

Adam Macdonald grilse No 2 Ford pool, Baby TD

The Madman pool looking rather low

The tiny Style pool, one of the best low water chances on beat 1

Another torpedo grilse returned in Lower Fannich pool.