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  1. Alex Theobold

    Self taking photos

    I second Gerry's suggestion to check out that thread. I posted in there detailing how I use a crop sensor DSLR mounted on a bank stick to get a balance between portability and high quality imagery. Hopefully you can get something useful from that or feel free to PM me if you want more info on...
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    No more barbel no more carp

    I would probably get around to fishing for all the species that I tell myself I am going to each year instead of getting stuck in the Carp and Barbel cycle. Although I already do lots of Grayling, Perch and Chub fishing through the winter, I would love to spend some more time trotting for big...
  3. Alex Theobold

    Modern barbel fishing

    This is one of the best, most balanced posts I have read on here. Like you, I fish for a multitude of species throughout the year and I feel that this 'fishing identity politics' that we see now is damaging to the sport in some respects. I can just as easily fish for carp in a low stock, snaggy...
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    Camera recommendations.

    I'm not sure that anything currently on the market fits the bill for what you want. If picture quality isn't an issue, a phone with some peripherals is probably the smallest/most lightweight option; However, if picture quality is important to you, and you have the space in your rucksack, an...
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    Modern barbel fishing

    I generally fish with one rod but sometimes use two when carp fishing if the situation dictates and I am generally a short session angler but do not begrudge those who have the time to stay for 48hrs or more, It's just not for me. I think this is simply a symptom of the way we live now. As most...
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    Braid hook link

    I use the Kevlar Braid from Bank Tackle and at under £7 for 20m it is cheaper than a lot of options from the bigger brands and with free (and very fast) delivery its hard to go wrong. It only comes in 25lb BS though so it may or may not be what you are looking for.
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    NGT

    Another vote here for the tip and butt protectors. Best on the market as far as I'm concerned.
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