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  1. Mike Thompson

    Lone Angler

    Having somewhat hijacked Alan's thread regarding a search for a 11' Torrix (sorry Alan), I thought I would open a specific one 're Lone Angler products. If you've read Alan's post, you will know I own an 11' * 1.75 Trefor West Barbel rod. This I have compared to a Torrix and although very...
  2. Mike Thompson

    SORTED! 11’ Torrix 1.75

    It is a cracking rod Paul, in a really dark green. The guy I got it from also had a 12' Lone Angler for sale at the same time. Not sure how the two lengths compare, but I had mine along side a 11' Torrix and put a good bend in both and the curves looked the same. I've been told before that...
  3. Mike Thompson

    SORTED! 11’ Torrix 1.75

    Yes, love my Trefor West. The Torrix I have is the standard dark grey. I have used them both together and I am no expert, but the action is the same as far as I can tell, just a little difference in the ringing and butt length.
  4. Mike Thompson

    SORTED! 11’ Torrix 1.75

    Hasn't everybody ? It got me hunting for a torrix, and now Alan has fallen for the same trick ! Do you get commission from Harrison's ?
  5. Mike Thompson

    SORTED! 11’ Torrix 1.75

    you're had influence Maddo !
  6. Mike Thompson

    Ebay, fees from 1st October

    yes, also have a look at the forthcoming delivery option. Insured delivery could be good for rod sales.
  7. Mike Thompson

    Narrow Drum Speedia

    Must be 60 years since I first used Autosol, on a BSA C15 crankcase. It's still the best metal polish you can buy.
  8. Mike Thompson

    Narrow Drum Speedia

    Thanks Alan 👍
  9. Mike Thompson

    Narrow Drum Speedia

    Alan, I have only recently " lost my cherry" to centre pin river fishing and am really enjoying it. I have a tfg reel which I originally purchased for close range carp fishing. It's a nice reel, but I fancy something older ( still talking reels here). Looking at the mechanics, speedia, trudex...
  10. Mike Thompson

    Reel experience day

    Thanks Richard, beautiful pictures and a great description. Really enjoyed reading your report. I'm certain this won't be going in a collector's cabinet so, go get us some action shots.
  11. Mike Thompson

    Narrow Drum Speedia

    That looks a cracker Alan. I'd love to bid for something similar on ebay, but knowing my luck it would be a basket case 😂.
  12. Mike Thompson

    Dawn or dusk on the Wye?

    We had the cottage next door ! Great spot, you will love it. Please report how you get on, we might go back. Be VERY careful driving the last few yards. The road is only about a foot wider than your car.
  13. Mike Thompson

    Dawn or dusk on the Wye?

    Kevin, is the house directly opposite the pub with the chain ferry nearby ? If so it's the same one we rented. Great spot.
  14. Mike Thompson

    Dawn or dusk on the Wye?

    Kevin, I was there a few years ago with non fishing friends so had to grab my angling moments. Fished mid afternoon sometimes, when lots of canoes and other boats. Still managed to catch.
  15. Mike Thompson

    Yorkshire

    you're banned too !
  16. Mike Thompson

    Yorkshire

    You're banned !
  17. Mike Thompson

    Yorkshire

    Good advice Richard. But how could you forget Masham. Still close to the river, but the home of the Black Sheep brewery and they do tours.
  18. Mike Thompson

    Photos of river scenes

    The Yorkshire Derwent on the day of my first stick and pin barbel.
  19. Mike Thompson

    Trudex reels

    And surgical spirit for bruises !
  20. Mike Thompson

    Whip round

    👍done.
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