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I don't think it makes much difference on a rod, which after all is what matters, but try holding a reel and spinning the handle with both types.

Couple of things re the infinity, which is a great rod, by the way. They say they're made in the uk, but mine has no indication of this, whereas my other uk Diawas have a union jack on them. Also, i reckon the only guide on them that is a genuine fuji is the tip, i might be wrong, though.

Himalayan Balsam, presumably?

Not sure I'd buy any waders on line, tbh, unless youve had them before. You really need to try them on, imo, as the fits vary a lot, and too big or too small can lead to premature wear, not to mention your comfort!

I don't see the Bylaws as a problem, although I agree a lot of them are antiquated. The problem is people illegally taking fish. If fishing for Trout with worm is allowed, that's fine. Removing coarse fish bycatch out of season from the water isn't. I'm sure most on here will have caught Trout...

Fly gear ready to go, so will be out after an early season brownie as soon as conditions are suitable. I'll give the Tench a go once it warms up a bit.

I really like the flectan coats, and have had several....some are more waterproof than others!

I don't know that particular model, but I've waggled a couple of others (don't remember which) and would say they were much beefier feeling than the casting weight implies, so I would expect that one to have plenty of grunt.

I really like my Drennan series 7 avon/ quiver 1.5 lb for chub, but I tend to fish small rivers so don't know if it would be any good for the Ribble. It's got a lovely through action that just keeps going, so plenty of grunt if needed.

Another vote for river levels. I really like the fact you can download the long term data, which shows the max and min levels of the monitoring station daily for the last 10 years or so, really useful if know the date of your previous trips or have a photo on your phone and want to check what...

Brilliant, cracking photo as well!

I like the Acolyte pluses, very light but plenty of power if needed.

Got out for a bit of Chubbing on Monday, slow going but eventually got a nice one on trotted maggot..

All comes down to personal preference, really. I seldom, if ever, weigh any fish, but i might measure the length, as I'm basically a river trout fly angler. I just love getting out and catching, and if a decent one comes along, all the better, but I'm not bothered about pb's etc. If people want...

The only things that fall out are barbless.....sorry, I'll get my coat!! 😁😁

Love to join you, John, but too busy! In the few trips I've had to the Wye, I'd say give it an hour or so before moving, if you've had any knocks/liners, a bit longer. However, it's such a lovely river, that if I find a swim I really like, I might just stay there even if nothing is going on!

I got one a while back from go outdoors for about £20. Certainly a fishing brolly, but not too big or heavy to carry about.

Amazing! Look at the head on it!

Sad to hear, condolences to his family. I've still got one of his fly rods knocking about in the garage.

No, Devon, Exe catchment.