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To be fair I have found some replacement thunnus handles considerably smaller than the originals -
Hi Colin the reason for putting a whole 300yrd spool on my pin serves 2 purposes, . 1 it increases the diameter and reduces time winding...
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Ian Woods replied to the thread Tench 2025.Well done Graham, lovely looking fish.
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Hard going yesterday but what there was is quality.
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I've never heard of anyone using 300 yards of line of any discription on a centrepin. i usually use between 50 and 80 yards to prevent...
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All 3 models (OC/D/Thunnus) are live bait/spin reels designed for salt water anglers. We barbel guys don’t really give them much of a...
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There certainly is! Ouse comes from the Celtic word “Usa” which simply means water 💦 which is why there’s so many rivers by the same...
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Hi Ian, I’ve got the simms flyweight access boots in a uk size ten and normally take a size 9.5 in a adidas trainer if this helps 👍🏻 mate
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Ian Woods replied to the thread Wading trousers.I only have the one pair of greys wader boods atm, I got my normal size in them and they fit perfectly even if I wear a thick pair of...
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Ian Woods replied to the thread Wading trousers.I was trying to find a decent set of waist waders for years, I couldn't find a set worth a carrot! For the majority of my wading I wear...
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Ian Woods reacted to Alan Rose's post in the thread ** SOLD ** Drennan Acolyte 17' Float Rod with
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Hi all, Been off the forum for Lent, so just reappearing now. Hope everyone is well :) I'm having a bit of a gear cull, so please see... -
Ian Woods reacted to Richard Isaacs's post in the thread Normark Titan 2000 12ft (completely unused) with Like.
Yes that’s correct this iconic rod in ultra rare condition has been in the world since the early 90’s and never seen the bank. Probably...
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Ian Woods reacted to Jim Brook's post in the thread Normark Titan 2000 12ft (completely unused) with Like.
I’d be surprised if the newer rods would be as good in quality with the materials used etc, as newer in my experience with most things...
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It’s been alright so far with 15-20 yarders across to the far bank on the nene for some lumpy chub. You’re right though it needs a good...
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Ian Woods replied to the thread New Normark Rods.For sure, wally casting does test the guides, although, if they arn't up to it then they arn't fit for purpose. I am interested in how...