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Daiwa Powermesh V's Harrison

Nick Coulthurst

Nick Coulthurst

Senior Member & Supporter
After a lengthy lay off due to work and family commitments I made a minor return to barbel fishing this year. After 10 years of service I made the decision to give my Daiwa Powermesh 1.5lb rod a total overhaul. Unfortunately whilst removing the rings (I think I used to much heat on the epoxy) the rod broke and is now totally useless. I need to replace it with a rod with a similar action. The powermesh was sensitive in the tip but when you hooked a fish it would bend all the way to the handle. Although many would consider it undergunned, I found it extremely versatile, and landed many good fish from rivers as diverse as the Trent and Kennet. I'm not keen on rods that when waggled wobble all the way through the blank, as this feels sloppy to me and I don't like thick stiff tips either. My choice of replacement is limited to either a Harrison Interceptor 1.75lb, Chimera No. 2 or a Torrix 1.75lb. Is anyone with experience of the Powermesh and any of these Harrison rods able to advise.

Thanks
Nick C
 
The Chimera 2 is soft enough in the tip yet has plenty of stopping power down the rod to the butt...A nice rod. Welcome back Nick..
 
From the group of rods you mention I have had all of them (and they are all very good). Nearest I would say would be the Interceptor a great full curve when put into action a fine replacement.
 
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I think we should start up a campaign to save the Powermesh they seem to be going extinct very rarely seen now on eBay a dying breed... :n(
 
Thanks John, it's great to be back out on the river again, albeit a different river. I absolutely loved my Powermesh and was gutted when it broke. Many fond memories. Still it gives me the chance to treat myself. I had a go with an interceptor many years ago and thought it was a lovely rod. Never had a Chimera or Torrix to compare it with though.

Nick C
 
HI Nick.

As you know got through about 5 powermesh rods since they came out, in fact sold the last two plus lots of bits a few months ago.

A superb rod in all respects just wanting a little bit on big flooded rivers.

I changed to a Torrix 1.75 three years ago and you can indeed notice the difference in the power ratio, yet despite not being a really thin blank they remain very tip sensative to those slight taps and twitches.

Playing action IMO is superb, with fun on small and big rivers. (Sure you don't want to hurl out 8 oz on a 2.25lber?)

I can't pin down what it was about the Interceptor I tested. It seemed a bit too soft and remote in the top section for me then came in too quickly....was just a 11footer I tried though. Lots swear by them though.

If you come this way and the WBC locals haven't got a Torrix for you to look at you can have a waggle of mine.
(that reminds me of the Dairies!)

Graham
 
Chimera 2s are superb rods, bullet proof blank, lovely action.
Daiwa Infinity is very nice also.
Torrix tip sections are very thin walled and no matter how many people tell me that they don't fail i just can't get my head around it !
 
I have two torrix's but if you want a rod that really bends through to the cork i recommend the I-power from BFW, I know its a harrison blank but contact Bob Gill if you want more info.
 
G Man

Graham

Good to see you're still posting. Not too many "old" faces on the board these days. Heard anyhting of Jon Callan ? I tried to contact him a few months ago but all's gone quiet. I'm going to have to treat myself to a trip down memory lane one of these days and spend a few days on the Loddon and Kennet. They were great times. Because I know how much you loved the Powermeshes as well, I'm now leaning towards a Torrix, having only moments before been convinced the Interceptor was the one. Decisions, decisions.

Nick C
 
i love my powermesh, wouldn't sell it for anyone, some rods just feel right.
but have a close look at the infinity, one of the best off the peg rods you can buy, if not the best.
 
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Hi Nick...less of the old......

Yes sold mine more than a few months ago. Hope the buyer enjoyed the rod and the many bits.

https://barbel.co.uk/site/vbulletin...ied/2873-daiwa-powermesh-pms2112b-1-5-tc.html

Last saw Jon at Paul Garners WBC "farewell beerfest do" on the Thames about 2 years ago. He was carping and roaching mainly. Never seen him on the Kennet since.

The Torrix will feel different than the powermesh, but once you have had a good un on it.................you really appreciate its values. BUT as you know everyone has different views and appreciations.

Take care.

Graham
 
Powermesh

Thanks for the kind thought Steven, I broke the avon top section but alas I've totally stripped the rest of the rod and if I got a replacement tip I'd have to go through the same process of stripping the top section to make it match, probably ending in the same result. Touch of Mungo.

Nick C
 
nick

2years ago i got a torrix built by mark tunley

11ft 2lb

its a dream to use


ive seen 12 ft torrix rods and the difference is suprising , my rod is like a match rod compared to some ive seen bends all the way through when you lean on it , will stop a train with the power it has yet is delicate enough in the tip to spot almost any tremble

not sure if its just because its the 11ft version i have that its slim but if you are in the market for a top end rod , you could do a lot worse than speaking to mark , or bob gill for that matter
 
Hi all,

The Powermesh is a legend in my eyes, haven't seen anything that comes close to it.

I've used it for 8 years and have had a number of large barbel on it including 3 different 15's from the Hampshire Avon and it's as good today as the day i bought it. To be honest, i have 3, one of which has never been used. Can't be many of them around these days? My missus has a Harrison advanced barbel rod, 1.6 and 11 foot which is a great rod for summer but a bit too soft for winter floods. I prefer a 12 foot rod for rolling which is what I mostly do these days. I think the extra foot gives a better pick up of the line when striking.

My suggestion would be to stock up on the Powermesh's when they do come up on ebay. When they're gone, they're gone. I think my 3 should see me out!

Regards,

Jeff
 
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