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  1. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    My Browning reel in classified would do you just right ;)
  2. Alan Rose

    **SOLD** Browning Sphere MGTi 930 Reel

    Hello again, I have a lovely Browning Sphere MGTi 930 reel for sale with three spare spools. Very good condition with minor marks from use. Nice light reel with magnesium body and carbon handle. Really good drag. Weighs just 277g with line on the spool. These retailed at £199 when released...
  3. Alan Rose

    (SOLD) 2x Wychwood Riot 65 Big Pit Reels

    Hello, For sale is this pair of big pit reels in excellent condition. Good drag and great cranking power. Comes with two spare spools. £50 posted for the pair.
  4. Alan Rose

    (SOLD) Avid Carp Revive Mat (Standard)

    Hello folks, Surplus to requirements so going up for sale is this excellent bit of fish care equipment. Superb removable cushion that goes into zipped pocket when in transit. Sides are braced by two poles (think tent poles) that also fit in front pocket when not in use. Handles and comfy...
  5. Alan Rose

    Advice on rod selling.

    Lucky you. My local Post Office are the biggest fascists in town :(
  6. Alan Rose

    Advice on rod selling.

    I've not had a problem posting or receiving rods. The ones I have posted have been three piece, thirteen foot rods so it's easy-peasy. In terms of what Alec says above about the market, it is a bit of a lottery, and it largely depends on what you have and how desirable it is. Basically, if you...
  7. Alan Rose

    Youngs River Specialist Centrepin....

    Julian, @Ian Woods is your man. He has one and uses it a lot 👍
  8. Alan Rose

    Best waders

    Daiwa neoprene chest waders. I'm not going to lie and say "They're the best!" because I've never had any others. They keep you dry, warmish in winter, and you'll sweat your butt off in warm weather (but so what, eh?!)
  9. Alan Rose

    Custom big river rods.

    Fair play to you Martin; no hate from me :) Get out there and enjoy yourself 👍
  10. Alan Rose

    Custom big river rods.

    Here's what DL says about the 12' 2.25 Torrix on his website...
  11. Alan Rose

    Custom big river rods.

    Nice, I nearly bought one earlier this year but got hold of a 12' Torrix 2.25 instead. It can be a right old merry-go-round imagining different rods for different scenarios, but I reckon this one will do me fine for big and small rivers (especially given how little I actually fish with leads and...
  12. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    I'll see your Prosecco and raise you a massage :p
  13. Alan Rose

    Custom big river rods.

    I was reading a comment of Dave Lumb's on P****'s P** (don't know if I can type the full name on another forum 🥸) and he said something along the lines of 2.25 will do you for everything you need. I don't have the experience to affirm or refute, but when a guy of his reputation says speaks up...
  14. Alan Rose

    Custom big river rods.

    I like mine Martin, despite not having used it much. Got it for barbel on the Yorkshire Ouse and landed a 10lb fish on my first outing with it.
  15. Alan Rose

    Drennan super spade hooks....

    I might see if I can get some for Monday Chris.
  16. Alan Rose

    Drennan super spade hooks....

    Definitely been working a treat for me this season 👍
  17. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    Ooh, Brian... you and @Chris Jones need to get together sometime :p🤣
  18. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    It'll never be everyone's favourite, but you've got to applaud Drennan for a job well done with these ones.
  19. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    I'm sure @Chris Jones has said that this was a mistake by Browning and was referring to the Hot Rod silvers rod. My spliced tip Sphere will take 6lb line I reckon.
  20. Alan Rose

    Drennan Acolyte Specimen Rod

    Hi Jonathan, My Acolytes are more on the niche side of the range (11' Carp Waggler, 17' Acolyte, and 13' Acolyte Specimen). I've caught barbel on a Maver Signature Pro which is similar to an Acolyte plus. Shifting a barbel off the bottom was not an easy job with that rod! Ian has caught loads...
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