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Oh. stinky winky. Good luck with plan b mate

Haven't cracked off with the spomb. I wrongly thought that's the reason some venues insist on it! 👍

I've found the large one casts better too. A tight wad I know got the small one & struggled casting any distance, tangle and not opening. The bit of float foam is genius & should really be an integral part of it. It'd just sink otherwise if you ever cracked off. Well worth the quid

Heat is only good for arthritis according to my chiropractor. I used to think the same, love a bit of deep heat. It's ice packs you need for muscle or ligament damage. Wrapped in cloth so you don't burn yourself!! How wrong does that sound!! 😂 Works a treat

As above buddy, & with my fishing set up in general I like to keep it simple. No need for all the bits n bobs imo.

What mainline you using Highy? I use 20 lb whiplash braid, casts lovely

I was shown this knot about 4 years ago. 50lb shock leader. Job done! 😉

Love that you're soldiering on through the pain. I hope you have someone nearby incase you you hook a beast that you need a hand with. I'd give my right arm to be in the next swim. 😂

Go with your gut chilly, you've done alright so far fella

Had a right result! I even said to the girl in the shop, it must be the cheapest item in the shop & then explained how much profit they could make selling them on the bay. 😂

Life can be cruel mate. I like to say we have poo times , so we can appreciate the good/normal times. I'm on the bank next weekend, end of a 3 year ticket, which has produced a 20 odd stocky, in about 20 nights. So here's hoping for a wet net for both of us!

Unlucky mate, sounds like a right nightmare.

Used to have foxes, look a bit dated, so bought ATT'S 5years ago. Still look the 'tigers'. Excellent value for money. Going to change to 4 mag roller on good recommendation.

As angler's who love the fish & wildlife in general, we must take steps to safeguard the natural balance of nature. It definitely sounds like this predator is a threat that cannot be ignored....

Blimey, how much is the longer one? I better get a bank loan.

Good stuff mate. I hope they give you a good fight. Grass carp are awesome looking, but I'd be happy if I only ever caught commons!, lovely dark bars of gold

Buzz is on your side of the Atlantic my man, his wording & understanding of your products should help. With corn, maize cracked, flaked. If it's hard, boil & soak it buddy!! You can't go wrong, better to be 100% safe, we take fish safety very seriously this side of the pond. What strain of carp are you catching?? What kind of size are you getting??

The reason for boiling & soaking for 24hrs is digestion by the fish. Possibly also releasing the natural oils, attractants. There's far more knowlagable members on here to fill in the blanks. Over hear its reffered to as particle mix. Loose feed rather than chumming, which makes me think of Jaws!! 😎 Ive used particles in the past but it tends to attract nuisance species, so tend to just use boilies for my quarry!

I'm in need of new ones, I've lost both my fox one's, I prefer it to be a fine needle with a hook rather than the latch type. Any preferences??

Only the brave prosper!! That said go with your gut & the conditions you have when you get there. The Syndi I've been on for a while I've favoured one spot. I will though go in a different swim if I see fish or the wind's blowing in a different direction & think I'm more likely to be successful. Just enjoy, I like to try and learn something new about the water even though I tend to blank!! It is a famously hard water. Trying a different venue this year so hopefully gut feelings will pay off

That's where I found the 3 turn blood knot didn't stress the knot or hooklength. Iq's OK, but honestly the rigmarole stuff seems to be a bit different to the rest. A simple pull with tools straightens out with no need for steam!! It has to be made of a different material to the norm.

What product and knot yonny??

Since trying their hook link materials a few years ago, I've not needed any others. No need for steam, easily shaped and reshaped, never had any abrasion or memory issues. I favour a 3 turn blood knot, simple. Blobs well with a lighter. Hydrolink is wicked & so easy to tie combi, multi rigs http://www.tacklebox.co.uk/lines/fluorocarbons/rig-marole-camh2o-fluorocarbon.html#/product/50831

Don't worry we may of left the EU by the time they do anything! Lead was sposed to of been banned from fishing, back in the late 80's early 90's. On the rivers and canals anyway. I remember split shot nearly tripled in price. I guess as usual carp fisheries turn a blind eye to it.

A MASSIVE CONGRATULATIONS!! Excellent news mate. Wondered if everything was OK. Glad to hear you're enjoying fatherhood. If management allows, will there be a post in Feb baby catch report??