Dropper – A branch of line coming off the trace body or leader that terminates with a hook. See also snood.
Drop net – A net used by anglers fishing from elevated marks such as piers and jetties to assist with landing large fish. Instead of a handle it is lowered…
Drop – The length of line between the rod tip and the weight or lure.
Dvice – A weighted bait capsule which helps prevent damage to baits when casting.
Eagle Claw – A US fishing hook manufacturer
Eddystone eel – a plastic eel named after the Eddystone Reef off Plymouth.
Edible crab – The brown or edible crab is an excellent bait for large bass. The peeling season is around July and August. As this is a commercial catch there…
Eddy – A area of water forming on the side of the main current, usually caused by an obstruction such as a headland or pier. Sand and silt is deposited…
EFSA – The European Federation of Sea Anglers. Hosts the European Boat, Line Class and Shore Championships at a different European or Scandinavian venue each year.
Estuary – The area of water where the sea meets a river.