Recent content by Wayne Carroll

Thanks, I've spooled up with 10lb and I'll see how I get on. First impressions are that it's a nice looking rod, hopefully I can put a bend in it over the weekend.

Just bought a 1.5lb tc River Tamer, what is the line rating? Would i be better with 8lb or 10lb line (sensor 0.31mm)?

Sold Drennan Series 7 Avon Quiver 1.5lb 12ft rods for sale. Extremely good condition, one still has plastic on the Cork and hardly used. Both come with Avon and Quiver section plus glass and carbon Quiver tips. One of them has had a new tip ring repair on the Avon top section. Both come with...

Thanks Barry, do you put the cheese straight in the hook? I'm looking forward to it, a little different to the bait and wait that I'm used to.

Hi All, I'm planning to have a few hours freelining/light ledgering with SSG shot for chub tomorrow. I've never done this style of fishing and looking for any tips. I'm taking a 12ft avon rod with 6lb line. I have a small container with a couple packs of hooks, SSG shot, float stops and a...

I've often thought a moving bait would be better. There's a bit of a problem with crayfish on our stretch so meat is pulled off the hook in certain stretches. I have tried rolling meat with no success, I struggle to feel the bait through the swim but I know I need to practice more. I'm hoping...

Thanks Andrew I'll have to try it more, I gave it a go earlier but as I mentioned bites are few and far between so unfortunately didn't put it to the test. I'll try again tomorrow.

I fish a small river with a low stock, it can be tough to get a bite most days. I find it difficult watching a quiver tip for hours without movement so I'm wondering if touch ledgering is the way to go. Can I touch ledger with an avon top and still get the same effect? Any advice is much...

Thanks, the size looks about the same as a Shimano 4000 👍

I've handled the SS2600 but how does the 1600 compare in size and performance for small river barbel fishing? My fishing has developed over the years from a 2 rod setup, I now prefer a single rod keeping mobile and often touch ledgering. I see the 1600 is on offer at around £85. I currently...

The Free Spirit Seekers are one that's always been on my mind, and there are so many that love using them which make you believe you will also get on with them. I've definitely learnt a lesson of try before you buy (if possible)!

Sounds like quite the journey Simon. I'd love a custom build and looked at Mark Tunley a few times alongside Dave Lumb who I see is recommended. I might call for a chat soon and see what they say.

I think I'll take the manufacturers blurb with a pinch of salt from now on, although I do normally get a few reviews from users but like I've found out it's all very personal. I think I'll have a bit of a cleanse and sell a few rods, then when the time comes and I've had a hold of a few more I...

Thanks Christian, I'll keep looking, as you said an upgrade is probably out there but it's just finding it. For now I'll start the new season with my Darent Valley rods.

You're right Richard, the action is very personal and I have always read that but only recently experienced it for myself. On paper and from others reviews the second hand rods I have should be perfect, but I just can't get attached to them and go back to the cheap and cheerful. I am still...