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New rods wanted. C3’s vs basis vs mark tunleys dark carbons any info on these 3 please pros and cons.

Ian Murfin said:
I've been through a few rods although not the Basias. I'm very happy with my 2.25 C3's, to the point where I dont have itchy feet and I'm not looking to try the next great thing. They are great at casting heavy feeders, but still give a very enjoyable fight which is the main thing for me.
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Thank you mate yep think it’s between the basia and c3 tbh atm. Maybe more basia as more readily available and cheaper slightly. Going to try have a look at both.
 
Neil Smart said:
To be honest I can never see why such concerns over very expensive carbon is that much better than any off the shelf rods, especially when chucking heavy leads into big rivers such as the Severn or Trent?
Sure I get the reasons why big money is spent on float rods where balance and action is paramount.
Genuinely interested if anyone could put me right, because I am a sucker for the recommendations on here, so before I bin my old Drennan's and empty my bank account in favour of Mr Tunley, is it all worth it ?🤔
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If you're on a budget. It's probably hard to justify the additional spend. You'll probably catch as many barbel on a Korum rod. Nothing at all wrong with Korum rods. Many of us like the custom builds because it's part of the fun of the sport , nice to look at and to use. I have the C3's and cant fault them although I've never seen the Daiwa range of barbel rods. I fish the tidal and they're more than adequate for the job.
 
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Ady Brayshaw said:
If you're on a budget. It's probably hard to justify the additional spend. You'll probably catch as many barbel on a Korum rod. Nothing at all wrong with Korum rods. Many of us like the custom builds because it's part of the fun of the sport , nice to look at and to use. I have the C3's and cant fault them although I've never seen the Daiwa range of barbel rods. I fish the tidal and they're more than adequate for the job.
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Now in my time of life, I can actually afford top quality gear if I wanted to go down that route.

But from as as a kid I had to make do with mostly home made rods and reels that were round but that was the only thing they resembled a 'pin'.,

And who remembers making your all in one bank stick / rest in metal work?
Metalwork? Ahh yes when lads were taught such along with woodwork too, and the girls needlework and cooking, there was a clear definition of sexes and role play back then, no transitioning from the kitchen to the furnace🙂

So I guess my humble poor beginnings has shaped my values, I just cannot justify spending £400 on a rod, I would be too frightened to use it in case I marked it or stepped on the thing.
Good luck to those that do, it is you that have no hang ups.
 
Niall Stretton said:
Thank you mate yep think it’s between the basia and c3 tbh atm. Maybe more basia as more readily available and cheaper slightly. Going to try have a look at both.
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Have a look at 12' Torrix in 2.25 if you like premium rods - very versatile; 2-5oz loaded feeders with a nice tip and backbone for monsters in reserve. I'm a carp angler primarily and eeer on the side of being able to bully barbel (rods and reels); not really interested in finesse especially on rivers unless I'm trotting and even then I'll go heavy. Also great floater fishing rods for carp and mid range tench / big bream bashing tools . . .
 
Neil Smart said:
Now in my time of life, I can actually afford top quality gear if I wanted to go down that route.

But from as as a kid I had to make do with mostly home made rods and reels that were round but that was the only thing they resembled a 'pin'.,

And who remembers making your all in one bank stick / rest in metal work?
Metalwork? Ahh yes when lads were taught such along with woodwork too, and the girls needlework and cooking, there was a clear definition of sexes and role play back then, no transitioning from the kitchen to the furnace🙂

So I guess my humble poor beginnings has shaped my values, I just cannot justify spending £400 on a rod, I would be too frightened to use it in case I marked it or stepped on the thing.
Good luck to those that do, it is you that have no hang ups.
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Yes happy days in the woodwork and metalwork classes. Especially, as the teacher was a nationally known angler recognised for his inventiveness. Unfortunately, eventually to be dropped, to go in a different direction.
 
I used a pair of Mark Tunley 2.25 Dark Carbons on the Wye last autumn and winter and was well impressed with them. Chucking leads and feeders up to 6oz no problem. , I managed to pick up a Mark Tunley built Chimera 3 on eBay just after Christmas and tried that on my last trip in march and must admit I couldn’t choose between them action wise. I would say in my opinion the Chimera action is a little more through action , but the Dark Carbon has the feel of a rod is bit stiffer in the mid section but that has plenty in reserve My choice - if I had to choose - I would go with the Dark Carbons they are a superb rod and a worthy investment , but it won’t stop me getting a second chimera 3 from Mark Tunley as I do like pairs of rods 🤯 .
 
Thanks for reply’s lads sorry for late reply life’s been rather hectic. Been and had a look at some rods over past week or two. I’ve gone with the basia got the 2.25 ones as can use them for tench etc in the closed season. Also ready available and bought them
Off the shelf as with anything custom it’s 8-12 week wait with some places etc. must say really impressed with them and look the part too. Thanks again everyone for their input.
 
Hi Neil,Is that the hi s big water 2.25 or the 2.75..
I have the basia 2.25s and the 2.75s and would say they are both slightly over the test but not below 2 and 2narf.
But very very capable, and excellent blanks..
 
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