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  1. Robin Bowes

    Venues in Kent

    Hi all, I'm spending a few days at my sister's in Whitstable this week, and wondered if there is anywhere in the area to do a spot of barbel fishing? Can anyone point me at any local stretches that do day tickets? Thanks, R.
  2. Robin Bowes

    WTB: Rolling Pin, Mk2

    Hi all, I had a Rolling Pin some time ago, but it got nicked along with all my other gear and I never replaced it. I fancy having one again - the missus can buy me one for my 50th! Is anyone selling? R.
  3. Robin Bowes

    Anyone caught one yet?

    Well, have you?? :) :)
  4. Robin Bowes

    Well, I wasn't expecting that...

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_D14vwEhVyA&feature=youtu.be&t=6m40s ...and neither was he! :D R.
  5. Robin Bowes

    Fish killer - a surprising culprit, you say?

    York family catch fish-killer in the act.... and find it's a surprising culprit (From York Press)
  6. Robin Bowes

    Pope / Ruffe

    "There is also another fish called a POPE, and by some a RUFFE, a fish that is not known to be in some rivers: he is much like the pearch for his shape, and taken to be better than the pearch, but will not grow to be bigger than a gudgeon. He is an excellent fish, no fish that swims is of a...
  7. Robin Bowes

    Lunchtime!

    Came across this recently - superb picture: Taken at a lake near York, apparently. R.
  8. Robin Bowes

    Fishing round Newark

    So, looks like I'll be working in Newark very shortly. I believe there's a largish river in the area - I forget the name ;) My question: does Newark come under Tidal or Middle? I shall post any additional questions on the appropriate board. Thanks! R.
  9. Robin Bowes

    WTB: 3/4 weight 6/7ft fly rod

    I'm looking for a 3/4 weight, 6/7 ft fly rod for a bit of close season fun. Anyone got anything suitable? R.
  10. Robin Bowes

    Sensas Easyloop knot strength

    I've just bought a Sensas Easyloop gadget. Seems to do just what it says on the tin - ties loops easily! Now, I'm not too bothered about knot strength since the main reason I wanted one was to tie loops for the end of hair rigs so the knot won't really be under much pressure. However, I...
  11. Robin Bowes

    DEFRA/EA Abolishes Close Season

    You couldn't make it up :rolleyes: R.
  12. Robin Bowes

    5th Annual Ousemeister Barbel Challenge, 4th September, 2010

    5th Annual Ousemeister Barbel Challenge, 4th September, 2010 (Sponsored by DNA Baits) Hi all, The 5th annual Ousemeister Barbel Challenge will take place on: Saturday, September 4th, 2010 at Cherryfields, Newton-on-Ouse [1], courtesy of Newton-on-Ouse Angling Club. Due to the nature of...
  13. Robin Bowes

    EA River Levels web site

    Guys, Chris Jones recently posted a link to the EA River Level site in the River Swale thread. I had no idea that this resource was available so I thought I'd post it here on the assumption that many others many also not be aware of it...
  14. Robin Bowes

    Formatting of BFW Articles

    Hi, I've just been reading Keith Speer's article on float-fishing for barbel - a very well-written piece. However, I find that BFW articles are hard to read, and I believe there are two reasons for this: white text on black background sans serif font Is it just me? I know it...
  15. Robin Bowes

    Cordura rod tubes?

    Hi, My new i-power will be arriving on Friday - woohoo, matching pair! Does anyone know a good source of cordura rod tubes suitable for a twin-tip 12ft rod? R.
  16. Robin Bowes

    Tommy Ruffe

    Well, someone had to... :) R.
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