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So paid over a bag for my 12 year old son and myself for 3 days at the Belgian grand prix end of July next year. Bucket list job 50th. I'm well excited as its 2 birds, 1 stone. Carp fishing abroad for the first time and visiting a gp weekend that has always produced some great racing. I have 2 angling mate's saying they're up for it. We're torn between trekking up and down the canals (TBH sounds like too much hard work) for 4 of us to get swims. Or trying to get a decent lake with at least a shower and a few commons to 40+. I'm not expecting much as this thread has been dead for over 6 years. But I'd appreciate any thoughts or recommendations from anyone that's been over there. Thanks in advance

Agreed. I had marker rod, top ring came out within weeks. Had 3 x XTR's 3.25 tc. All broke within 8 years.

Is it an underwater one BB? Not sure how I'd use it for fishing.????? Maybe watching some see you next Tuesday nicking your gear (If you fish in a dodgy area). A mate's work place kept getting done over, he spent 6k on cameras, next time he gave the footage to old bill and made no difference whatsoever???? Basically, he paid 6k to watch his gear getting nicked🤮

Have tried a bit of yellow foam? you can cut it to suit and balance it with putty/shot on the hair. I soak zig foam, give it a squeeze in the glug and it will absorb it. Soak for as little or as long as you like.

I was looking at the TX range. After asking around & having a feel, the free spirit helical, does feel (& look) a better built rod.

It's only the beginning mate. Battery power is developing all the time I reckon my grandkids will be hovering about

I want one https://youtu.be/lhALK64e4bk?si=AMCaXWLd2svaDYij

I've got 3.5 tc 13ft. They do 3.25 tc Reviews are good, although not specific on through action. I've been impressed so far https://tacklebox.co.uk/free-spirit-rods/free-spirit-helical-carp-rod-12ft-3-5lb-50mm/

I just brought free spirit Helical. £115 each. Very nice nice rods for the money

As above, I have a bag that's lasted well. Tungsten putty is £1 cheaper than usual. Same with sinkers. Can't notice any difference. I've never used ready tied rigs. I'd suggest it's time to start tying your own, or buy from the the top brands I guess????? It's far more rewarding catching on your own rig imo. Good luck whatever you choose

Oh! That's why you have weird hook holds. I'd never fish a venue with barbless rule. Say no more

Sounds a bit drastic? Maybe try another species? I know others on here do that for a change if you're already catching more than anyone else. It sounds like your rig needs fine tuning

Sounds a bit drastic? Maybe try another species? I know others on here do that for a change if you're already catching more than anyone else. It sounds like your rig needs fine tuning

Good luck mate🤞

I've always said it, a short hooklink,(unless you drop the lead) will always end up causing damage to the fish. Either the swivel or lead will be catching the fishes mouth and head in a fight. The shortest I'd go is 5 inches for that reason. Maybe try a stiff fluorocarbon????

Sounds like you should stop buying them mate. Although the one you gave me, was useful. Proper job 👍

Krank

If I can, I'll always use a curved Krank hook. On the rare occasion I catch a fish, it's always nailed center of the bottom lip. I found similar similar issyes with unusual hook holds with the straight shanked hooks. That's on combi or stiff rigs.

I heard we're getting the beast from the east again this winter

Had a look at what mate? Linear? I've always liked the venue, with the exception of the Brasenose waters

As above. New venue required for autumn/winter social....? I've heard that Linear have aquired a few more waters, not sure but may be able to book some pegs Horseshoe?

Looks great, but the one i had the collar snapped on the spigot second time out. Tried to get a replacement and got ignored.. off the bay and Trakker, I had no response from either.. I don't buy any of their gear out of principal now. I'd be interested to see how you get on with it???

I'm sure we will go again @dayvid That venue won't be doing lake exclusives until the spring, as he's doing a winter syndicate. If we find a venue, set a date and off we go... If only it's that easy

Definitely mate. This lake seems to hold a few gems. Do what you think and adapt to what you learn. Good luck

Ideally start putting bait in now & just trickle a bit of bait in to try and get a winter spot going. I'm only just starting myself mate. I don't get the time to get any spots going. I just listen to what and where other anglers have done and apply it to how I like to fish. Going to the social last week on a day ticket, really showed how my approach has changed a lot to how I fish at the reservoir. At the end of the day the fish still feed the same, its just a case of finding them😄