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Big Game in 10lb and 12lb has been my line of choice for many years now. OK it's thick for stated strength compared to most other lines but I've always found it to be bombproof. I top up my stocks when on vacation in Florida, pretty sure that's American made stuff!

Back on the tench trail yesterday after a week's holiday on the south coast, wasn't sure how the water would react to the clear, sunny conditions but it decided to reward me with 4 tench, all males, with a best of 5.10. Also had another that came adrift after a few seconds.

Received reel today, just as described, PM sent.

I had a quick look at tench Fishing World and it seemed to be pretty dead, no recent posts? Had a good day today with a total of 8 tench, best 5.13, all came to maggot feeder, lost a couple of others.

Steve, PM sent on 28/03, have you seen it?

If you mean the system that allows the brolly to tilt by partly unscrewing the pole, then the answer is yes.

Another vote for the Fox Specialist, nice and light but sturdy, and even though it's only 45" it gives plenty of cover. Does need a reasonably wide quiver for it to fit in though.

Kicked off this year's tench campaign on Thursday with a 13.14 mirror on maggot feeder! Stuck to my guns and got my first tench of the year shortly after, a male about 4lbs, then as I was packing away the last rod left in got me this nice fish of 6.13 to complete the day!

Direct debit method worked flawlessly again this year, new licence just dropped through the letter box, chub is this year's fish!

Been doing the same without any trouble until last year when they sent letter, took payment and then no licence showed up. Required two phone calls, one at the end of March and another a month later before a 'replacement' licence was sent. Fingers crossed it goes smoothly this year!

Has there been any progress since this? Angling Trust and Environment Agency Launch Review of Multiple Rod Licence - The Angling Trust It's certainly not going to change for April this year, I've just had my notice that my direct debit of £18 (pensioner rate) will be taken on/after March...

Just back from a day on the Dane, gave the new trousers and socks a test and despite the weather I was having to unzip and remove layers, they certainly are warm!

Been in this morning and picked up a bib and brace, glad I went for the one size up option instead of the medium that I would have normally bought, the large is a perfect fit for me and I'm 5'9" and 34" waist. Also grabbed a couple of pairs of the 2.3tog socks that were on offer at £1.99/pair.

Received today, pristine condition, thanks Rob!

I'm in Gran Canaria first week of January, any thoughts on what's available there?

A bit of a tangent but picking up on what Clive said I have taken carp to just under 20lb on a Drennan Tench Float with little trouble, however I have struggled with 7lb barbel on it. A light rod is NOT the best tool for hard fighting fish in a strong flow!

Not been to the Keys with Dave Plummer but used to meet up with him regularly on the river in India back in the 90's when my friends and myself were fishing the same stretch that he was guiding on. Super helpful bloke and always worked hard to get his clients the fish they wanted.

Try registering on WSF, their forums are full of good info. Rest of the World

PM for you Andy

I have used both the original PP and Slick 8 for my lure fishing in Florida, Slick 8 certainly casts better but I have found both are prone to tangles when casting. Just started using Berkeley Nanofil, this casts just as well but seems to avoid the tangles problem. Always use a fluoro leader so...