Recent content by Michael Foster

Hi Nigel You won't be disappointed with the Tamers. My mate still uses his in the summer, sometimes in preference to the Harrison's he has. Very nice rods to play fish on, will bend right through to the cork. Pic below to give you some idea of the rods action when a Thames lump is pulling in the...

Hi Richard try using Gamakatsu teflon coated G-Point hooks. Incredibly strong, 100% won't straighten and stay very sharp. The only hook I now use when after Barbel.

Yes, same guy, he's done 4 or 5 for me, does a very good job. I'll PM you my payment details.

The original spool cap has been modified and the washers changed.

Hi Nigel If you are still looking, I have one available in immaculate condition, only used a couple of times, will come with box, it's also had a quick drag conversion. Will let it it go for £100 posted. Regards Mick

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Hi Julian I have a couple of 57s and happy to part with one. It's in good condition for its age (1980). Had a friend service it not long back, so runs smoothly with a nice snappy bail arm, decals on both sides are good, a little bit of paint wear but nothing major, clutch is spot on. I can add...

Hi Mike A guy on FB is selling three 55s with aluminum spools, he might be tempted to part with a couple of spools if he has back up standard ones. Another seller (USA) has one for £37 but won't ship to UK, if you know anyone over there it might be a possibility. Spoke to Mr Lush, who migrated...

Hi Steven Simon Lush has two of the TFG 10ft 2.5 carp rods that Robert was selling. In nice condition, wants £60 for the pair. He's based in North Oxfordshire. If you are interested, let me know and I will message you his number. Mick

No. I'd say at some point the top section has probably snapped, been cut and whipped to accept a Drennan push in quiver, does the tip suit the rod? I could be wrong.

Some good info there Richard

Good luck on the Stour and Avon Roger. Cracking rods to play fish on. I just had a little play with one of mine and a Speedia. They balance very nicely, and the Roberts fits hold it on very tight and you can position it perfectly on the butt. After my mate got in all sorts of trouble last year...

Hi Roger I've had a couple of Graham Phillips Barbel Quivers for nearly 30 years now. These were highly regarded in their day. Paul Boote built the earlier rods until Nicholas Whip took over the company and continued the building. Mine are the 1.25 Barbel Quivers. These came with a removable...

Hi Tim Nearly all my Barbel fishing is on the Thames in and around Oxford. 2 to 2.25lb rods will suffice when winter fishing slacks and smooth water on the near bank and inside of bends. Occasionally in extreme circumstances (the last week or so!) and if I need to cast across then I will up to...

Hi Richard My friend received the reel on Monday. He's very pleased with it. What line did you spool it with, and breaking strain? looks like Gardner to me. Mick