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I mainly fly fish (chuck fluff) these days, targeting trout...got into barbel fishing about 8 years ago, fell out with it, and got back into it this season. Occasionally do a spot of ledgering for grayling, too.

Ah, I see! :o

I might be wrong, Dave, but I interpreted Richard's message as being pro-'as heavy line as you can get away with'...

Out of interest, what do you use?

Nice one, Martin. Thanks for the feedback. Taking mine for its first outing tomorrow equipped with 12lb mainline and based on that info, leads upto 4oz.

An old thread, but has anyone fished this stretch recently? I was there a fortnight ago and blanked, but a chap on the opposite bank pulled a 16lb barbel out of the weir pool. Thinking of giving it another shot tomorrow.

Cheers Andy. I'm going to stick to 12lb mono as my primary line, and load some 15lb mono on to a spare spool for when I feel it's necessary. I haven't received a reply from Sonik yet...sent them a message via their website on Monday...

Exactly! I've found it in 15lb for £6.49 inc P&P, so it definitely ticks all the boxes...but is it any good?!

Apologies Stephen, I'm not saying I think it's wrong to use 20lb line, for several reasons I just personally wouldn't. I was watching the videos you mention a couple of days ago and I did spot his setup - A 1.75lb avon and 2.5lb carp rod both loaded with 25lb line, which seems to break all the...

I wholeheartedly agree with everything you've said. I would never personally use 20lb line; I've been considering 15lb but previously have never gone above a 12lb mono. Regarding recent bankside action, I feel your pain!

Cheers Nicholas, good to know. What mainline are you using?

This stuff looks good on paper...anyone using it? Any good? Available in three breaking strains: 10,12 & 15lb. * Super high knot strength. * Supple long casting capabilities. * High-Tech low diameter abrasive resistant construction. * Camouflage all season colouring. * Large arbour...

Hi Neil, Thanks for your input. I'm not saying I would ever use 20lb line, that's just what has been recommended to me by other people I have spoken to - another justification given being that you can reel the fish in quickly rather than having to play it until it tires, which studies have...

Fair enough, Andy. I get your point with the drag on heavier lines, but what if you use braid? Or even this Wychwood Solace line which claims it's 15lb has the same diameter as other popular 12lb lines - Tackle2u.com | Match Poles and Carp Fishing Tackle Leeds, Bradford and Wakefield, Shimano...

Doesn't it depend on the conditions of the river you're fishing? So if you're fishing the tidal Trent or a large river in heavy flood, when you'll not only be playing the fish you'll be fighting against the strong currents too? It's been recommended to me to use as heavy as 20lb line if you're...

Well, I suppose, but I was having the same issue with other brands I was considering (Wychwood and Fox), and having looked around it seems that very few manufacturers issue this information. Greys and Shimano being another two who don't... The only brands I was able to find who do state line...

Nice one, Martin. I've always assumed that the ratings stated by the manufacturers err on the side of caution, so if 12 is the recommended maximum, I'll probably stick 15lb on a spare spool for flood. I've actually been using a 1.75lb rod with 12lb line and casting 4oz bombs and feeders...

Anyone else own this rod? If so, what are the heaviest lines and leads you've used with confidence? I just recently ordered one, but can't find any detailed specs on line rating and casting weight. Cheers.