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Hi guys,.. it’s freezing and the rivers are over the banks again so I’ve spent a bit of time trying to find some info on a favourite rod that I’ve had since I brought it from a work mate some 30 odd years ago,…. ( retirements such a wonderful thing!) The rod is an 11’ Rodcraft North Western...

Looking for a new ruckbag approximately 40/50 litres capacity to replace my old Korum bag which has lasted for years but the main compartment zip has busted. Im not to bothered about bank stick side holders gimmicks. I’d rather have straps and clips for an unhooking mat etc. Waterproof base...

I love watching barbel as well as other fish and have attempted to take polarised shots without a great deal of success. Maybe if I shelled out a few grand for a better camera and lens it might help, but I'm tempted to try some underwater filming on a low budget if possible. I don't think Hugh...

Looking at the hoare frost outside this morning reminded me that I need some new gloves. I brought a pair of neoprene gloves a few years ago and was disappointed, my fingers froze in them. I wondered if it was because they didn't allow air circulation, being quite a snug fit? The warmest have...

A friend of mine took this pic of the mullet in the harbour today,...as I was hurriedly getting the bread mash ready he sent me another email saying that they had cunningly shoaled up next to the "no fishing,"sign!!

One for the rod builders perhaps? I want to re-ring the top section of one of my barbel trotting rods before the 16th and have been sorting through all my old rod building bits and bods that have been tucked away for 20 odd years. Ive found some Gibbs two pack rod wrap that I remember being a...

Last weds found me thigh deep in a Hamp Avon carrier carrying out some bridge repairs only to find that my old Hunter Shorefisher waders had perished. Luckily it was a nice day, just a bit embarrassing when arriving home with the wet leg! I was considering a budget pair of chest waders as a...

BBC Radio 4 - Costing the Earth, River Quality Came across this link when looking in on 'Avon Diary' this evening. I'm sure John L. won't mind me passing it on. Interesting to listen to different individual reasons and opinions on how good or bad our riverine environment is. Ought to mention...

The decline of the 'disgusting' burbot The decline of the 'disgusting' burbot - BBC News Morning guys, Thought this was an interesting little article because it reinforced many anglers long held views that furry mammals get more public sympathy than ugly fish. :rolleyes:

I've noticed the tench in my pond have been doing the business for the past three days, anyone noticed tench spawning on a proper water this week? Tried taking a couple of short videos on the phone, but they always seem to get a bit shy when the camera's rolling. :rolleyes:

Just thought I'd ask for opinions on which types of reel seats / fittings that you prefer or have been lumbered with on your river rods? For some years now, off the shelf rods have often come with 'screw down' reel seats which must be partly due to their popularity with anglers. The first time...

Hi guys, just flagging up my filters that went on ebay this afternoon. Kings Lynn Koi 4 Bay Filter with Free Standing Vortex | eBay

One For Bob G or any other rod builders perhaps. About 25 years ago a good friend of mine had a barbel trotting rod built for him by a well known tackle shop. About a month after he had purchased it, the top 10 inches of the tip section twisted about 10 degrees for no aparrent reason leaving...

Hi guys The "Special fish you have lost " thread reminded me of an unfortunate incident that happened to me on the lower Throop 30 odd years ago. At that time I was using Mitchell 300s fixed spools that,.. along with many other reels at the time had notoriously unreliable clutches. I was...

Having posted a pic. of some of my rigs on the 'hemp & caster' thread, it reminded me that I am in the market for some new braid blades.! I have a couple of pairs that I re-sharpen with a stone [ just rub it along the flat lower blade],..but would be interested to know if anyone has any...

Just had a week on the Sussex coast fishing for bass and rays. It was'nt great conditions for bass as I had neap tides and a northerly wind resulting in a millpond instead of a decent surf. I had two seals in front of me at high tide on monday for a good 20 minutes who seemed quite interested...

The birds have flown the nest,..parents have passed on,..the wife is keen and I can take early retirement. Having spent the past 37 years driving 100 miles to my favourite rivers [ Hamp Avon and Dorset Stour ] I am seriously considering moving to Dorset / Hampshire borders to be able to fish...

After another session into dark I am now nursing my usual hangover type headache after watching that blurry nightlight for hours. I have tried different colours, [ I found red to be easier to watch than green ], but still end up with eye strain the next morning. A few years back I started...