Recent content by Alexander Shepherd

Perhaps it’s the shipping cost , France is much closer than China. Is Chinese hemp superior in some way? £130 does seem expensive.

Hinders of Swindon have Chinese hemp on their web site but not in 25 kg sacks.

Yes Chris I am sorry if my posts appear misleading I only meant to mention I have friends not into fishing , paddle borders and kayakers and wild swimmers that use the products mentioned on neoprene. That use silicone spray or similar.Yes I’m sorry I know paddle borders and wild swimmers, I’m...

I know Ian no offence intended but James posted about silicone and neoprene wellies. You mentioned rubber wellies first in the post.

Not sure rubber and neoprene coatings are the same,probably wrong though.

I think it helps with the waterproofing of the outside nylon material, I know some people using wet suits spray the outside with back to black silicon spray. Not sure on the implications for water quality. I know some others use Ballistol oil in spray form.

I really like this thread , I just think great , some people have life sorted coffee on the back fishing was a major worry. I look forward to this been one of my major panics in life. This is what I love about BFW it keeps you grounded. Btw grounded coffee reference intended.

I must admit I would not trust posting a rod via Royal Mail or a courier , but I have bought rods on here from BFW members taking a gamble believing they know what the rod is worth and means. I wouldn’t do the same on facebook as not a member or eBay. There are some members on here that have...

For anyone looking for out of date , discontinued random items from the last 15 years try States Tackle Witney. Just use google. I have no tie up or sponsorship or involvement with them , they are just a true old school tackle shop. Yes I know school should be Sokol but I’m to old and not that...

Well done to you both , hopefully a result for both and both happy. A result for BFW and it’s users.

I agree Alan I’ve managed to acquire some drennan super specialist duo rods in 1.5 lb new from a local tackle shop the rods were discontinued a long time ago, the shop is not on the internet but have recently got email !! I pays to go to the local boutique shop not always the Angling Direct...

Tim I believe you live close to me , I could lend you a daiwa 2600 and shimano gtrm 4000 for you and your friend to compare. You may need to respond them with your preferred line.

Is this line still for sale Rob ?

Thanks for letting me know, not seen them before, was hoping on size from users are they a true size 10 , ffs I give up predictve txt is doing my head in true ish size 10, still hoping for an iso standard hook size rating. Any informat

Thanks for posting Mike , very good of you. I’ve just had a look and they now do wide gapes in size 10 , are they new or have I just been slow and not noticed before. Thanks Alex