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Simon Archer replied to the thread Braid hooklength..Uncoated ; I use Korda supernatural. I find it alright. Coated ; Bank tackle semi stiff, Nash sink link and another one I can't... -
Simon Archer replied to the thread Footwear Advice.I'm on my second pair of these. https://www.salomon.com/en-gb/product/quest-4-gore-tex-lg4311 My first pair were second hand and they...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Stuck in a rut?.Probably a bit obvious, Paul. What about the Trent around Newark. A Scunthorpe book gives you Ladypit and lots of the tidal Trent, and...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Reel Size for 2 3/4lb TC Basia.I just can't get on with front drags, Jon. I find I'm turning the drag the wrong way, and fiddling about at the front of the spool when...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread 14 foot float rod storage and transport.https://www.tradeinn.com/waveinn/en/daiwa-infinity-system-adjustable-rod-holdall/137881468/p?utm_source=google_products&utm_medium=mercha...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Preparing your bait/ A1 pits advice.I suppose I'm a little blasé about pellets in a mesh bag. I've got a bucket where I just buy different pellets and chuck them in all...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Which off the shelf float rod? Opinions please :).I bought the 14' Daiwa Connoisseur power float fairly recently. Maybe a little OTT for the Grayling, but it handles the Chub and Barbel...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Avoiding bream !!.I think I'd be tempted to feed some (lots) of groundbait in another swim, and hope they settle in there. Something sweet maybe.
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Floats.Push to get it sorted, Andrew. I'm in for the op in October, after having one done four years ago, which ironically, I've damaged again...
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Best pellets.Having said all that, I'll band an 8mm ordinary pellet when I'm float fishing.
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Simon Archer replied to the thread Best pellets.I'm not a big fan of pellets on the hook/hair. Not sure why, but I just don't like them. Normally I'd whittle down a Dynamite Halibut...
