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Here in The Weald of Kent the weather is perfect for catching barbel: it is warm, humid with the occasional light shower. Richard Walker wrote that these were April days in September, although on this occasion August. I remember many such days on the Kennet when the barbel were plentiful and...

Time for a moderator to step in, this is so childish.

I have visited many countries and worked abroad but I love England.... Famous Quotations from Richard II As ever, Hugo

As I fish less than I would wish yesterday's visit to the river was an absolute joy. I caught a mixed bag of gudgeon and perch with the bonus of the smallest pike I have ever seen and a beautiful dace of ten ounces. I also managed to lose a barbel which is not surprising as I was using light...

I have been retired since 2001 but for various reasons have not fished as much as I would have liked. Through BFW I have made several very good friends and been able to fish with them experiencing new waters and learning a lot of new techniques. I am fishing later today! Regards, Hugo

Howard, I am very envious as fishing for marlin has been an ambition for many years. May I wish you every success! Regards Hugo

As a lad in the 60s I used to watch loads of sea trout being caught by trotting maggots. Would love to actually have a go.... http://www.davistackle.co.uk/fishing/the-bridge-pool Regards, Hugo

What a superb fish, well done sir! Regards, Hugo

Absolutely! Regards, Hugo

Hilarious! Hugo

Some years ago I introduced a friend to my favourite stretch of the Kennet. It was a beautiful, hot summer day and we were walking the bank and I was pointing out the good swims. We both quaffed a quantity of Merrydown cider, a favourite tipple of mine at the time, and were in a pleasant frame...

Howard, What an amazing session, perhaps it is time to move to pastures new? ;) Regards, Hugo

I could not have put it better myself Regards Hugo

I love using a'pin' but there are occasions when a fixed spool reel comes into its own. I have a Mitchell 300, an Ambidex and small Shimanos, which are little gems Regards, Hugo

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Amongst my collection of cane rods are: A Barbus Maximus II by Edward Barder A Kennet Perfection by Oliver's And a Fred J Taylor Roach Rod built by my dear friend Ian Tucker, using cane made by John Chapman. All rods are used and are worth every penny. Regards, Hugo

I also use a Hexagraph with a pin. They are brilliant rods, but I love cane (sic). Hugo

Our barbel have been frolicking for some time, but if the hot weather continues and there is no rain, we shall have to treat them very carefully. Actually, I shall let them recover for a while, love 'em so much ! Regards, Hugo

Crooky, I have seen you use a 'pin'. :) Hugo