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Hurgz, I have corrected the more obvious errors in your brief post. Regards, R. :)

Unbelievable, isn't it? Apparently, all that praise is "embarassing". :rolleyes: R.

Pah! You're all soft, lager-drinking Southerners - that looks like a normal summer's evening on a Northern river!

Go fishing Neil - you may find it therapeutic. R.

I see no repetition - only many people expressing similar heart-felt congratulations for a superb piece of angling. Personally, I would imagine Keith to be big & ugly enough to cope without your intervention! ;) R.

Jim, I'm not sure which bit you're having trouble understanding: This is a discussion forum dedicated to barbel fishing Barbel are powerful fish, ie. strong tackle is often used Barbel generally prefer warmer conditions Barbel are most commonly caught using legering tactics Keith is...

I had a Blue Match when I was a kid. It met it's demise when I was too lazy to break it down before coming home one day and simply strapped it along the crossbar of my bike. I followed my usual route home, and turned onto the pavement just before home. By the time I realised that the 13ft of...

Heh, yes - there are a lot of stats there. I think you've probably answered my main query regarding switching off when temperature rises. I shall continue to study your graph and will get back if I have further questions. Thanks - great stuff! R.

Ray, That's a fantastic graph. What did you deduce from it? Looking at it myself, I can't see any particular correlation between conditions and catches, other than it slows down in the colder months. And maybe that you caught more in the colder months when the river is up and coloured...

Steve, That's a little harsh. I don't think that a failure to correct a passing comment like that could be construed as a lack of graciousness. R.

Both Fred & Haydn have beat me to it. I too much prefer Paul's chapters. That's not to say Jeremy is a bad writer, but I prefer Paul's style. Now young Paul, if I could only get you to sign my copy alongside Jeremy's autograph... R.

The Thame fish is superb, but my allegiances must remain with Northern rivers! So, the Ure fish it is - good photo too. R.

Andy, I have the Spey, and to be honest, they are possibly a little too warm for mild weather. I presume you're looking here: http://discountwellies.co.uk/MuckBoot.asp R.

How much were they? :D R.

Aha! I wonder which handle fitting that is for?

I would agree. Ah, how sanctimonious are the "barbel police". Have a search on the old forums to see how I was treated when I had mine pulled in - it starts somewhere here: http://barbelfishingworld.yuku.com/reply/221054/t/Re-Yorkshire-Ouse.html And how two-faced - one prominent member...

lol :)

Wow, she looks heavier than she weighs. Just shows how photos can be deceiving. Are you only 5ft tall? :) Nice fish, Steve. R.

I reckon it was Mike, lurking in the bushes behind you, and having a crafty bite as you cast! :)

Guys, This whole thread and others like it are all about *opinion*. If someone posts a question actively soliciting opinion then don't be surprised if they actually get several different opinions in the same thread. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, and that may include having a...