Recent content by Bob Watson

6lb here

Thanks for the input guys. I think it's going to be an acolyte 14' specimen. I already have a few float rods that will cover almost everthing, in fact, I think this is just going to be an indulgence perhaps when the new season starts.

Anyone have any experience with one of these. I'm in the market for a rod specifically for trotting, I'd sort of settled on the 14ft acolyte specimen after handling one on the bank, had a waggle with the 15ft in the shop and also saw this. It feels good in the hand, will double up into equal...

Anyone using silstar match team?

I really am talking cheap James;)

I think I'm going to try one, checked out ceramic bearings @ about £6.00 each if ceramic is the way to go?? I'm sure it'll be OK for rolling meat and more industrial tasks on the bank.

I've looked at a couple of the Aventa.

Thanks chaps.

I have some old neoprenes and some newer ali express/temu?? chest waders that I might cut down. I'm getting some new chest waders, probably Vass and wanted the thigh on a budget, cutting the old one's just popped into my head!

My fishing is going back to basics this season, done my share of static, behind the rods bait and wait. I already have a Terry Daniels pin which is a nice reel, I'm looking to get one or two more but can't quite justify the money for top end reels. Are the cheap reels any good/usable?

👍I'll have a look

Any recommendations? Specifically for a shallow stretch with a stony/gravelly bottom. Ta!

Float rods, I've just rejoined a club that has an excellent stretch for trotting.

Any first hand experience and comparisons?

Rob Linwood is selling a pair here I'm tempted for my avons but disposable funds are earmaked for other things for the forseeable.