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Go for it Ian! I’d watch it as i dont watch Carp or match channels and that doesn’t leave a lot! Might even tempt me to have a go!? Always good to see something different but only do it if you’re enjoying it. If it starts to put pressure on you to make content, catch etc pack it in sharpish...

The nicest reel i’ve ever used for float fishing is the Preston Centris 420. Also do a 520 if you need a larger reel. The 420 is similar size to a shimano 4000. Superb, lightweight reels with a spare spool & single/double handle & a lovely, smooth clutch. Great for trotting (for those that use a...

I bought a pair of Dirt Boots (the neoprene type) about 10 years ago and have fished, worn them while mixing concrete and more and they are still going strong. Cheap and comfortable, i would certainly get another pair if i can destroy these! I only bought them for a temporary measure but well...

OC’ are brilliant and plenty good enough for anything you throw at them. Anything more expensive is just plain posing 😉

I have to agree that the Korum rods are probably the ‘best selling’ but what does that prove? It’s purely a price thing rather than a quality thing imho. They are a good price and they ‘do the job’ but i think they feel more like a cheap Carp rod being used for barbel if that makes sense? Might...

AD are doing the shakespeare Barbel rods for £32. Cheap as chips and probably a better rod than the Korum (deffo no worse)

My thoughts are always listen to advice but also, always go with your gut. If thats what you've thought of doing, do it! It’s the only way to learn as all venues are different anyway so what works for one, wont for another. It’s also a great feeling when a plan works and can only improve...

I doubt you’ll be disappointed, great during the scrap. Yes, full through action but plenty in the butt section so you always feel in control. I was a bit unsure at first as they are a ‘match’ company but soon got over it. I’ve ‘upgraded’ to Freespirit Barbel tamers but unless they perform well...

I used the 1.75’s for a while and loved them. Through action without feeling ‘floppy’ Lovely action during playing a fish with plenty in the butt. Will cast 3oz as far as you need and will handle 4oz with a ‘lob’. The quiver section is great for Chub or distance feeder fishing on lakes. Great...

I am a machine tool fitter by trade and a big part of my job was turning, milling & grinding etc. i used to love designing and making all sorts of fishing gear, seatboxes, banksticks, pods, trays, swingers etc. fishing gear is so much better quality (in most cases!) these days and there isn’t...

I have no choice on the matter as all the clubs i am in insist on a mat (& minimum landing net sizes) and enforce it with vigour, often asking people to stop fishing & leave if requirements are not met! I do understand the reasoning behind it but am saddened at the lack trust that you have no...

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The ‘one in particular’ (if i have the right one) was my favourite water in the whole country (& i travelled all over!) in the 80’s & early 90’s. Big bream (at the time) nice Tench & numerous 2lb + roach. It was a local club ticket at the time & then taken on by a big, well known club and is now...

Anyone interested in a ‘brand new in the box’ spare spool for a Shimano 4000D Baitrunner reel. £25 posted

Deffo! Excellent quality content, well filmed and loads to go at. You only have to join for as long as you need to watch what you want (1 month min) and is easy to cancel once you’ve done with it. You can re-activate it a few months later when new content has built up. Well worth it for the...

‘Sixth sense’ is just good watercraft & confidence i think? I feel i was better at it 30 years ago but dont put it down to old age or technological advances. Back then i had literally 100’s of venues to go at in my local area and spent the old closed season trying to decide what the years...

Every now & then, whilst fishing, you look up and the scene grabs you. Everything is just perfect and you forget about the fishing for a few seconds whilst you take it all in. You seem to have them moments more than most Dave! Very lucky fella!

Had one off the Severn last year. Similar deformity but not quite as bad

The Tamers turned up today. Nice looking rods that are obviously well made but they do seem a bit ‘sloppy’ for my liking (as Huanzhou suggested) They might be fun to use so will give them a go when the season starts. I’ve chucked a few leads around the garden (had the usual “you wont catch there...