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I wouldn't mind a visit there Mick-is it open to the public?

An old tight fitting leather glove works perfectly for me.

I was fishing on the navigable Trent last october when a semi rigid inflatable containing 2 EA bailiffs came down the river.They moored about 20 metres upstream of me and one of them got out of the boat,walked down to me and checked my licence. I thought at the time what a good idea it was...

It's a bit of a dilemma this situation.On the one hand you want the offenders caught in the act and prosecuted,the best way to do that is to report the illegal nets or lines to the EA and let them deal with it. On the other hand you don't want to leave the lines in the water in case a fish...

I'm mainly fishing the rocky Trent so it's heavy tackle for me.In normal conditions a Daiwa infinity 1.75 TC rod matched to a shimano baitrunner 5000 loaded with 15lbs line is my choice.Hooklengths are either combi rigs or coated braid with the last couple of inches stripped and the hook I...

Me too and I agree with your assessment.I did have the common problem with the Drennan locking collar but one phone call to them and they sent a replacement FOC even though the handle was a couple of years old,excellent customer service.The Drennan is my first choice handle as I find the Gardner...

Yes,I've used them quite a lot in the past.A brilliant barbel bait and carp love them too.I soak them for 48 hours before simmering for 15 minutes until they just start to soften,then you can hair rig or simply side hook them. Some anglers use additives but I have not found it necessary and had...

I've got one of these http://www.fishfriend.co.uk/preston-innovations-brolly-arm It works ok apart from in windy conditions but then no brolly is much good when it's windy.

Now sold.

Sounds like you would be better off using a rod sleeve...http://www.chubfishing.co.uk/chub-luggage-holdall/chub-vantage-universal-rod-sleeve/1346641-0300.html in conjunction with a quiver...

I think the question is-is the end result worth the effort in winter?My last 3 barbel sessions have been blanks on the middle trent although I have had several chub around the 4lbs mark which would have been enjoyable to catch on light float tackle.Not much sport using heavy barbel gear,although...

As the weather is cold at the moment and forecast to get a lot worse over the next few days I wonder what our dedicated,hardy and intrepid members are wearing on the river bank to combat the elements. I have had a few named jackets over the years and been reasonably pleased with them.This...

Ok,it's the January sales-£75 delivered.

I like my Korum ruckbag,particularly the feature to attach the chair,makes it easy walking the riverbank.

I'm doing my bit,just got my shimano 5000 gte back today,really quick and efficient service at a decent price,can't fault them.

I have one of these for sale in excellent condition and still in it's original fox bag and triangular rod tube.Comes with 2 top sections-a 2.75lbs avon top and a carrier for a quiver tip(4 supplied).Review here...https://barbel.co.uk/site/reviews/foxflood/foxflood.htm £90 inc.postage.

Thanks for the replies chaps,I have been a very good boy so I can feel a couple of these rods winging their way in my direction.My better half was very perceptive when I dropped a very unsubtle hint about a late christmas present. I will report back when I have given them a decent test.

I am now sorted out and no longer require any reels thanks.

:D:D:D It's annoying isn't it,I wonder if anyone will be fishing the river on christmas day.They'll probably be admiring all the new tackle that they've got for being a good boy throughout the year.:)

I quite like the look of this rod,it's 12'with 2 top sections,one standard avon and a carrier for any of the 3 supplied quiver tips. http://www.greysfishing.co.uk/greys-coarse-rods/greys-prodigy-pb-barbel/1379316-0300.html#specifications I think the stepped up 2.25 TC version could be just...