Hi Mr Shelby
I'm not sure what size Carp you might encounter , but personally I would be using a Sz. 6 hook with 15lb line if your water has snags and Carp into double figures + .
For 10lb line I would use a Sz. 8 .
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I've just quickly walked around the first indoor ( well in a Dutch Barn ) Boot Sale of the year , and it was cold 🥶 .
I know the sea looks calm , so presumably no onshore breeze , but I guess you're a tough outdoor person , Ouch. ? .
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Fred's tail doesn't seem to stop wagging , and his eyes look very friendly as well .
As a Postie I would feel safe approaching Fred for a stroke , but not with my trolley .
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Hmm , I'm a SZ. 6 man , and like you I use a boom section with a Ronnie that I can quickly change . On my next trip out I'm going to try a Cygnet Tackle Kicker - Cygnet have a 5 for 4 offer on their Terminal Tackle .
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What about your Bivvy Pole Screws , Elmo ? .
Your work overnighter plan sounds a good balance of your family time , and " me " time , but hard work for an old bloke like me .
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Thank goodness the Hobnobs survived 😁 .
I wouldn't want to bump into a hungry Elmo in the night , worse than Homer Simpson with no beer 😱 .
Oh just an after thought , how's the fishing going ? 🤔.