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    Simon Archer replied to the thread New rod..
    It's just the matt finish on the tip section I don't like.
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    Simon Archer replied to the thread Floats.
    Not really the correct topic to post this, but had Rotator cuff operation yesterday, Andrew. Back home now. Nerve block has worn off and...
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    Simon Archer reacted to Alan Rose's post in the thread New rod. with Like Like.
    Hi Simon, I’ve just bought a used 11’ Free Spirit Barbel Tamer 1.5 for exactly this. Took it out immediately and landed a 9lb 4oz fish...
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    Simon Archer replied to the thread New rod..
    Thanks for the replies, folks. Much appreciated. How about this, any good ?? I do like the look of this style of blank. Don't think I'd...
  • Simon Archer
    Simon Archer posted the thread New rod. in Barbel Talk.
    Considering getting a new rod for rolling meat. I normally use a Daiwa commercial method feeder rod, which is ok, but not ideal. (line...
  • Simon Archer
    Simon Archer replied to the thread New daiwa basia.
    Umm, I retire soon,......... 🤔🤔
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    Simon Archer reacted to Tom Mycroft's post in the thread First day back on the river. with Like Like.
    Following knee replacement surgery i had my first session back on the river today. (Upper Trent). Fantastic to be back although it was a...
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    Think it might be 30a. It's difficult to twist around the shank as it's not very soft. There's probably better options, but it was all...
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    I've used fuse wire from work. It's little stiff, and you have to use small pliers to finish it off, but it works ok.
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