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Treating yourself.

Sounds like you have what you need tackle wise, how about just sticking some funds in a savings account/premium bonds which is just your treat money….then at some point something will grab your attention, wether it be a trip or tackle, then you have the funds set aside just for if??
 
Julian Griffiths said:
Yeah I've seen them around, look weird from the back of it, but heard they go well! I do love the look of the toyota supra G.R 2.0... Don't like the BMW involvement in the engine! Shame is wasn't an all out Japanese build spec.
Oh and I prefer manual over automatic gear box's which not many do these days.
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Do you have any experience of the ZF auto, Julian.
They do not miss a beat!
I think the current Supra will go on to be a classic for it's design - it's striking!
 
Haydn Clarke said:
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I’d rather a Chris Lythe with enough change for nice weekend break somewhere myself.

I remember when Barders released that reel thinking how over priced it was for an outsourced manufactured, machined, and frankly boring looking reel. Needless to say the The Barder fans snapped them up quick enough that they sold out.
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But it's the understated look that I find appealing. Probably aimed primarily at cane users and an Okuma Raw on cane would just look wrong. I have always preferred a less ventilated pin ( although I own them ) to help keep out the maggot dust, groundbait, etc and on the few reviews I have seen of them the reviewers were initially skeptical of them until they actually saw them in the flesh. Solid, quality components without the fancy looks. It's a bit like comparing an old Aston to a Lambo, the former just oozes understated class. Overpriced yes, but what high end pin isn't really.
 
Hi men ,

Things iv done on special birthdays etc .

Hired a narrow boat , had lots of family on it stopping for a great BBQ/picnic , you will remember it as you try and steer it 😜.

Went to my fav ever bands gig , Embrace , at the Roundhouse , and drank and eat at the local pubs that were rocking .

Went to see England cricket in the world cup at the oval , another day of great food , beer , at meeting strangers that iv kept in touch with . Iconic pubs along the way 👍.

Treated myself to a trip to France , theatre of dreams , where I fished for carp , but given more time would have dropped on a river for the untouched barbel fishing over there 👍


Hatter
 
Dave Bartell said:
But it's the understated look that I find appealing. Probably aimed primarily at cane users and an Okuma Raw on cane would just look wrong. I have always preferred a less ventilated pin ( although I own them ) to help keep out the maggot dust, groundbait, etc and on the few reviews I have seen of them the reviewers were initially skeptical of them until they actually saw them in the flesh. Solid, quality components without the fancy looks. It's a bit like comparing an old Aston to a Lambo, the former just oozes understated class. Overpriced yes, but what high end pin isn't really.
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Sure I’ll never own one but agree with your sentiment.
 
Well the day finally arrived. I finished work on the overhead power lines on Friday 17th April after 38 years. I started work with East Midlands Electricity and finished with National Grid after many many by out.

I still haven’t decided what to treat myself with.

Unfortunately, all my retirement plans have gone out the window though, as my wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer in early March, and given 3-6 months. Seven weeks in and it’s only a matter of days now.

💔💔
 
Simon Archer said:
Well the day finally arrived. I finished work on the overhead power lines on Friday 17th April after 38 years. I started work with East Midlands Electricity and finished with National Grid after many many by out.

I still haven’t decided what to treat myself with.

Unfortunately, all my retirement plans have gone out the window though, as my wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer in early March, and given 3-6 months. Seven weeks in and it’s only a matter of days now.

💔💔
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I broke a new rod today which i purchased just last Monday. Feeling pig sick until I read your post. Simon. Stuff everything else. Lost our beloved daughter 3 + years ago to the dreaded C. My best wishes to your good lady. Such horrible times for your both. Alec
 
Simon Archer said:
Well the day finally arrived. I finished work on the overhead power lines on Friday 17th April after 38 years. I started work with East Midlands Electricity and finished with National Grid after many many by out.

I still haven’t decided what to treat myself with.

Unfortunately, all my retirement plans have gone out the window though, as my wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer in early March, and given 3-6 months. Seven weeks in and it’s only a matter of days now.

💔💔
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Sorry to hear this Simon, devastating time for you and your family.
G.T.
 
Simon Archer said:
Well the day finally arrived. I finished work on the overhead power lines on Friday 17th April after 38 years. I started work with East Midlands Electricity and finished with National Grid after many many by out.

I still haven’t decided what to treat myself with.

Unfortunately, all my retirement plans have gone out the window though, as my wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer in early March, and given 3-6 months. Seven weeks in and it’s only a matter of days now.

💔💔
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No words can say enough Simon, but we all have you and your wife in our thoughts.
 
Simon, my heart is aching for you, nothing in this life, is worse than losing someone you love so much, i've been there, if you ever need to spill your heart out, i'm always here, as i'm sure, many other members will be. God Bless 🙏
 
Simon Archer said:
Well the day finally arrived. I finished work on the overhead power lines on Friday 17th April after 38 years. I started work with East Midlands Electricity and finished with National Grid after many many by out.

I still haven’t decided what to treat myself with.

Unfortunately, all my retirement plans have gone out the window though, as my wife was diagnosed with terminal cancer in early March, and given 3-6 months. Seven weeks in and it’s only a matter of days now.

💔💔
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This is dreadful to hear Si. I can only hope the time left is as peaceful and painless for her as it possibly can be.
 
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