Recent content by Alan Palmer

Like the look of the maggot hooks and grippers, not sure about the roving pouch!

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Welcome mate….that’s what I like to see a big smile for a decent fish👍

Hi Chris, sent you a pm regarding the 2x Original Drennan Super Specialist Double Rod Sleeve

No sorry, collection or meet up only Thanks

Lovely reels…this and one of the xCalibre rods makes an ideal tench outfit

2 x super specialist duos 11ft 1.25Ib….the new models £70 each One 13ft compact extension float rod £70 Would be willing to do a good deal on all 3 All mint condition, collection only from mk14 but can possibly meet north London, Mill Hill or King’s Cross….I am also fishing on the Severn at...

Welcome to the forum John. I’m another fan of Gardner target hooks but tend to use size 8 or 10 so can’t comment on the sizes you’re asking about. I’ve used talon tips in larger sizes for carp/cats and they’re sharp and strong.

Pure chance…just glad I found a replacement for the one I left on the banks of the Severn 🙄

I’ll take that please Dave…pm sent

Drennan used to do something similar…a stem with interchangeable screw on weights. I think a simple nylon link with shot and/or putty is simple…or for bigger leads a quick change clip

Issues 21,24,31….all in good nick and read only once £10 posted

I know what you mean about the drennan, and the fact it was unstable on the bank once you unclipped the unhooking mat. The Korum roversack sits on the bank lovely, it’s not going anywhere and everything is easily accessible from the top flap. A real winner IMO….there’s a few things Korum have...

3rd time out with this set up now, for short sessions when I just nip over the fields for 2-3 hrs. Korum roversack which I’m loving, takes a small tackle box/bait/flask/scales etc and unhooking mat strapped to the top plus net and bank stick strapped to the side. Plus Drennan rod sleeve with...

I just saw the release of new flavours….the Alar Salar and masala spice sounds interesting