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  1. John Parker

    Upstream or downstream if fishing in a group?

    For interest - If you were to fish in a group, say of three people would your preference be to be upstream, downstream or in the middle? I've got my own opinion, but I'm interested to hear what people have experienced :)
  2. John Parker

    Alarms - ATTa vs TLB+

    Just wondering if anyone has any feedback on the ATTa versus the TLB+? Or general feedback on the ATTa? They seem pretty equivalent, but I was wondering if the newer ones would be considered an upgrade?
  3. John Parker

    Which braided mainline for rolling meat?

    I'm planning on giving rolling meat a go, using a Ray Walton rolling pin. What are the recommended braided lines for this please?
  4. John Parker

    Flavours for home rolled baits...

    I'm going to roll some baits and wondering what peoples go to flavours are (if you are happy to share!) I'm currently thinking of getting a couple of flavours from John Baker to try. I've seen that Chicken Tikka has been mentioned on here before.
  5. John Parker

    Reel Size for 2 3/4lb TC Basia

    I'm wondering what reel size people typically use on the 2 3/4 Basia? I currently have Okuma INC-6000 on them, but having used the 4000 Thunnus on my lighter rods, I'm thinking that I might go for a baitrunner instead. I think that the 4000 would probably be fine on them, but the thought of the...
  6. John Parker

    14 foot float rod storage and transport

    I'm wondering how people safely store and transport their float rods? I was thinking that a tube might be the best bet?
  7. John Parker

    Which off the shelf float rod? Opinions please :)

    I'm thinking about getting a float rod - Inspired by an upcoming trip to Hay-on-Wye (which will rule out full custom) I'm likely to be doing some wading and trotting and I don't really have a suitable rod for this. I'm looking for something that will be a good all rounder - Ideally capable of...
  8. John Parker

    Riverside accommodation request

    I'm looking for some suggestions for accommodation for a long weekend. Can be anywhere in the country as long as it is picturesque Must allow dogs River withing walking distance preferred Access to areas where wading can be done, either coarse fishing or game fishing I've had a look at the...
  9. John Parker

    Any thoughts on rod rings for a custom 11' torrix?

    I'm thinking about getting some torrix built up and I want to specify the rings properly. I'm currently thinking of fuji K series alconite with double legged on the butt section and single legged on the top section. Are they anti-frap? Anything else that I should consider (what size for the...
  10. John Parker

    Not mine but 11ft torrix on FB

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1YFK7yu3mi/ If anyone is interested - too far for me to travel...
  11. John Parker

    What are you favourites hooks?

    I'm interested to know what everyone's favourite hooks are and in what sizes... I'll kick things off with the drennan wide gape specialist in a size 8 or 6. I use them because they are cheap and sharp (and I'm one of those things too...). They are quite small for their quotes size Looking for...
  12. John Parker

    Any club recommendations for the Trent near Balderton?

    I've got a short break planned before the end of the river season and I'm hoping for a little local knowledge on which club might be the best to join for some fishing near to Balderton where the accommodation is. Day only fishing is fine.
  13. John Parker

    Wanted - Pair of 11' 1 3/4 or 2lb TC Torrix

    I'm in the market for an 11' 2lb Torrix. Looking for a pair
  14. John Parker

    What is the ultimate setup for a long walk?

    For those with experience, what is the ultimate setup for a relatively long walk? I'm thinking mats, rucksacks, nets etc I was asking myself this as I was struggling back to the van yesterday, so thought I would throw it out there! I had gone for an unhooking mat/sling rather than a rucksack...
  15. John Parker

    Defiant MPS river pod

    Hi all, I'm thinking about getting a pod and have just seen the defiant MPS river pod - Has anyone tried one yet? Defiant River Pod There is also the Chris Brown one which looks a lot more chunky... Chris Brown Pod Any other ones to consider?
  16. John Parker

    Custom build rods - which guides?

    Hi all, I've been lurking for a long time and finally joined! I am considering a pair of custom chimera 3 rods for the occasional trip to the Severn around Bridgnorth (and floater fishing for carp). I was tempted with Basias, but a bit of a Harrison fan at heart! Just wondering which...
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