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A quick release spool is handy, as is a rod hand operated rachet, but I don't find the lack of those things too much of a hinderance when using Okumas. I also find I have to remove the spool less frequently with Okumas than Youngs, they seem a bit more tolerant of a bit of Shite behind the spool.

I'd go for something like reflo power or Silstar match team in 0.20 ish mm as the reel line. You can then vary your hooklink to suit what you are after.

Had a few hours on the Grayling on Sunday, first go at them this winter. The stretch was still a bit on the high side, but perfectly fishable, but the fishing was quite hard, spells of nothing then a few bites. Ended up with about 10 fish, with a couple of 14 to 15 inch fish, which bodes well...

Brilliant guess, Joe !!

Another cold one today, -7 overnight and not getting above 2.

Yes, I agree. They're like Brown Trout, every one is different !

I've heard that. I know how indigestible things affect me, but how the hell could you tell with a Grayling? Bubbles rising in the swim?😁

I bought a ninja a while ago as a back up reel and have found it to be excellent, particularly the drag.

Any of the okumas would be a good start, have a look on ebay for used ones to keep the price down, they're often hardy used.

I'm sure he won't be disappointed. I 've found the 12ft very versatile, general trotting, Mullet, canal Tench all good.

Won't be a coincidence, lots of easy money to be had:rolleyes:

Can be frustrating fish in my experience, some days I lose far more than I land, other days I hardly lose any. For some reason I get fewer lost fish on fly over trotting.

Rods like broomhandles, Tiagra 80's with about 150m of 150lb mono topshot backed up with 150lb braid!

There's a trial sportfishing program for them thats been running for the last couple of years, (CHART) they're measured, tagged and released. Participating boats have to be registered, and the crew are reqiured to do a course on best practice for catch and release. The Tuna aren't allowed to be...

As Graham, don't know those rivers but where I fish I usually take a float rod and a feeder rod. Nearly always fish bread on the feeder or occasionally straight legered worms, float rod usually go for maggots, which are ok from now onwards as the Dace and Chublets clear off.

I'd always go breathable with seperate boots. Supatracks studs are very good to put in the boots if needed.

I do feel it's just one of those things you have to practice and practice, the basics of it, like most things, are simple on paper ( or video). Sooner or later you'll get the hang of it. A couple of things I found useful when learning....as already mentioned use a bit of weight, and don't have...

Watch a few videos and have a practice. Personally I don't get on with the holding the lead thing, so find what suits you best.