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I use the ESP stalker pouch, have also bought a Drennan EVA one for mashed bread but not used i do rate the ESP one and if it gets too grubby/mouldy it can go in the wash https://www.tackleuk.co.uk/shop/Carp-Fishing-Bait-Bags/ESP-Camo-Stalker-Bait-Pouch.htm

Incredible photos…you have a talent for sure Dave

Thanks Graham, pm sent

Thanks Graham 👍

Does anyone have any original shimano 4000 GTM spools they wish to sell? Either shallow or deep versions I’m after a couple of these, thanks all

Thanks, yeah the tip is a bit short…but longer than the Korum glide ones which are way too short. Shame but I’ll no doubt get a couple and try when next on the Severn I’ll have to get my name down for some of @Richard Isaacs I think

Is that one of the new drennan titanium trotters (top pic)? If so how’d you rate them? They look pretty good but not seen any in the ‘flesh’

Cracking fish and a welcome interloper I say! IMO Chub are more rig shy than Barbel so shows you got working traps so there’s merit in that

For me I’d be looking to put it toward terminal tackle replacement and bait throughout the season…so an envelope with the cash would be the present

You too, all the best for 2025

Compared to some friends/family hobbies/sports (golf, water skiing, snowboarding) fishing comes out quite reasonably priced. I’m pretty much like Chris…part of the attraction is buying and using nice new ‘toys’ done I keep and done get moved on, but I’m under no illusion they catch me more fish...

A visit to any decent Asian supermarket will present unlimited options for bait enhancement and you’ll soon see how much we overpay for bait additives. A 500g bag of Chinese 5 spice is a superb coating for meat and dusting powder for maggots and likely last you a couple of seasons for about £2...

Yeah agree….tends to make the blank more rigid whilst retaining a lovely cushioning playing action, it is my understanding that the Kevlar weave wrap used in rods such Fox Kevlar/kevlex, NWR, daiwa amorphous etc deteriorated quicker inder UV rays than the fibreglass it was wrapped around. And...

The original Trigga, trigga ice, Mainline grange and active 8 were all phenomenal baits

Some good people worked in there…gutted for them ☹️

I think they will feed wherever they can find food and siltbeds are often full of invertebrates do why wouldn’t they There was an underwater video filmed some yrs ago on either the Ouse or W.Avon (think it was a Clean River production… Guy Rob??) of barbel feeding in silt… really troughing...

The 17ft accy is a very capable rod for big fish and still fun with silvers…I agree it might not suit all situations and can be limiting in tight swims. Maybe if you got a 13/14ft accy specimen it would cover you for all situations in running and still water?

All sorts of bargains for fishing/outdoor gear on vinted 👍

Bump and price drop

Bump and price drop