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  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs replied to the thread Line Longevity.
    Great information Terry cheers. 👍🏻
  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs reacted to Terry Simner's post in the thread Line Longevity with Like Like.
    Dark/black absorbs more light ...white/silver reflects more, Rich. But then, if you'd got clear line on a spoon, any (potentially...
  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs replied to the thread Prebaiting.
    Put it in with a dropper Alan, do it as the light is dropping and double up on your offerings. that will then get plenty of time for an...
  • Terry Harman
    Terry Harman reacted to Tim Marks's post in the thread Bait Additives with Like Like.
    I use a huge variety of additives and have done for decades. I doubt I have used an un-flavoured maggot (for example) since about 1985...
  • Terry Simner
    Terry Simner replied to the thread Line Longevity.
    Dark/black absorbs more light ...white/silver reflects more, Rich. But then, if you'd got clear line on a spoon, any (potentially...
  • Ian Woods
    Ian Woods reacted to Richard Isaacs's post in the thread New Normark Rods with Like Like.
    It’s been alright so far with 15-20 yarders across to the far bank on the nene for some lumpy chub. You’re right though it needs a good...
  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs reacted to Ian Woods's post in the thread New Normark Rods with Like Like.
    For sure, wally casting does test the guides, although, if they arn't up to it then they arn't fit for purpose. I am interested in how...
  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs reacted to Stuart Linton's post in the thread Line Longevity with Like Like.
    Any reason you singled me out for giving the "wrong" answer as some others have answered similarly?
  • Stuart Linton
    Stuart Linton replied to the thread Line Longevity.
    Any reason you singled me out for giving the "wrong" answer as some others have answered similarly?
  • Richard Isaacs
    Richard Isaacs replied to the thread New Normark Rods.
    It’s been alright so far with 15-20 yarders across to the far bank on the nene for some lumpy chub. You’re right though it needs a good...
  • N
    Neil Watson replied to the thread Line Longevity.
    The point if this post is not about reel lifespan. Most change anglers change there line annually. It's about long does a bulk spool...
  • Cliff Turner
    Cliff Turner reacted to Nigel Whittingham's post in the thread Prebaiting with Like Like.
    My thoughts are always listen to advice but also, always go with your gut. If thats what you've thought of doing, do it! It’s the only...
  • Jim Gregory
    Jim Gregory reacted to Richard Isaacs's post in the thread Line Longevity with Like Like.
    I never knew that. Very interesting information. What’s the reason please Terry?
  • Stuart Linton
    Stuart Linton replied to the thread Line Longevity.
    I think if we're talking on the reel lifespan every year is a good general guide I feel. I also strip off yards off line from time to...
  • Alan Palmer
    Alan Palmer replied to the thread 3500b spools.
    Lovely reels in immaculate condition….been wanting a decent pair for a while 👌
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