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http://www.bobcotackle.co.uk/shop/rig-marole-sls-specimon-tough-1000m

for starter kit you can't go far wrong... as others have said, as you get more accustomed to using the gear, you will find it's limitations... I concur with the other chaps that for terminal gear, it's just not worth buying cheap... as it's the last three feet of your gear that will catch you the fish... go for a named and trusted brand

As others have said NGT bits and pieces are ok, i have the landing net handle, ok it's a bit heavier and thicker then the best models and it doesn't look as cool but it has worked for me for over 2 years now and is still going strong and at £8.99 i thought ot was a bargain too, also if i break it i won't be as bothered as if i had paid £50! I have just upgraded my rods and have bought Shimano Tribal Velocity 3.25tc rods and have to say although not alot more expensive (£15) than my older rods (JRC Contact 2.75tc) they are worlds appart. I also have the NGT Tackle box and Bivy table, i personally think They are as good as the rest and won't be upgrading them any time soon. With NGT tackle you generally have to pick it up and have a feel to see if it's ok and will suit your needs but generally for a beginner i don't think there is anything wrong with it. Just my opinion!

The most important item of tackle I have is from NGT. Very important

Sweet haha

Yes, they're better, nearly twice the price new, I'd not complain if I were you lol......

Thanks for the info, i'll try and track some down. Andy

In terms of casting, on a 10 acre lake there's no spot you'll not hit with it either.

You need Rig Marole SLS Specimon Tough mate. Hard as nails, they do a demo where they saw through wood with it. Sinks great and casts reasonably well. Tricky to find but worth finding. I've been using it for over a year now, it's amazing stuff. Chilfactor on here uses it, as does Crusian, and a couple of others. I know that Chil can testify to its abrasion resistance having battled with a snag only to find the line in perfect condition afterwards. If abrasion resistance is the one then this is the line you need IMO.

You can get the Fox Micron MX+ for about £32 from angling direct and that has volume and tone control. I think they go generally for about £35 so only a fiver each above his budget. Andy

Luggage & odd terminal bits only. Probably get slated for this, but Korda u can't go wrong with for end tackle. Useful diagrams in case you're stuck with tying knots etc. As with everything in life you get what u pay for, but don't pay over the odds. It is expensive but better quality will last longer. NGT is ok for beginners, just upgrade when you can afford it. Happy carping fella

I bought a full 3 rod setup with everything but upgraded the alarms to the VS alarms with the built in snag ears..used the rods once but as they are fibreglass and not carbon, might upgrade to Sonik SKS or SK3/SK4 but like the look or Nash Pursuits... NGT also do carbon but in a Dynamic range. But as a starter i will soon learn and find out from friends with info.

I wouldn't go with them for rods but I've got bits of luggage from them and they are fine

This week I have been listening to all sorts but this caught my ear http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p056k9bf And this