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I've used Shimano 5000's (gte's and xtea's) for the last few years and never had a problem with the clutches,set em right and use finger pressure on the spool skirt to control the runs/lunges,as you would on the rim of a pin,plus when the time comes to net em you've got your left hand free to...

David's post does make sense but hook sizes and patterns today are a very different kettle of fish to the "standard" sizing from a few years ago,just a ploy to sell more hooks,but in saying that I do use Korda wide gape X hooks just for the extra strength it gives.

On the Dove Sean

Out this morning,2 barbel 8-14 and 10-00 plus a chub of 6-5 caught between 6a.m and 1p.m:D:D

If you want night fishing on the Severn take a look at The Sidings Fishery at Rhea Hall Highley,it's run by Paul Bradley and a day or night ticket is just £5,if you look on the Severn Gallery he has quite a few pics on there,some quality barbel,well worth a look.

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Staying cool the next few days and the getting a little warmer the middle of next week,could be ok for the last few days of the season,fingers crossed

WOW that's a belter,fantastic barb,well done Ade

Take a look at their web site and check out Pat Gillet's diary,very interesting,should give you the info you need.

Been wearing a pair of Scarpa walking/hiking boots for most of my fishing for a few years now,they are lightweight,comfortable,waterproof,warm and give plenty of grip in most situations,a bit pricey but well worth it.

That would explain hard water areas ;)

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Cheers John

A fantastic rod,one of the best Drennan rods ever :)

Where is that in West Brom please John?

I'll be out on the same river as Tom,just a bit further down stream but with a selection of Greggs goodies for sustenance,can't wait.

For sale Barbel Catchers and Friends,first edition in excellent condition £30 posted. Can E-mail pics to anyone interested

Looks like were in for brighter periods............

Size 10 Korda Wide Gape X with a Korum or Fox aligner,works for me :D