Guest andypalf Posted May 31, 2007 Report Posted May 31, 2007 I heard some people on here say that they use packing foam (you know the pieces that look like Wotsits) on their rigs. I didn't realise that it dissolves, but I just tried it and it does! My questions: it does leave some small white debris in the water. Is it safe to use packing foam to help rig presentation? Is it as effective as PVA foam? Cheers Quote
kevtaylor Posted May 31, 2007 Report Posted May 31, 2007 As far as I'm aware its the same stuff, both leave the same residue which will vanish completely over time. Its just that some mugs want to buy small pots of it for a small fortune from tackle manufacturers. My mate brings me a sack full every now and then. Quote
tonybranno Posted May 31, 2007 Report Posted May 31, 2007 Is it as effective as PVA foam? Like Kev says, it is the exact same stuff. I can get bags of it from work for nothing. Quote
mendy Posted May 31, 2007 Report Posted May 31, 2007 same stuff all they do is put CARP infront of PVA then put in a bag with name onfront ie gardner and sell it couple of quid for a small bag wen if you go to the right place you can pick up a big bag for same price Quote
salokcinnodrog Posted June 1, 2007 Report Posted June 1, 2007 Think you will find its made from maize or corn Starch. Its dissolvable in water. Available from Early Learning Centre as a Kids "toy" cheaper than Tackle Shops, or a Mate if you have someone working in a Factory/warehouse environment Easier to use than PVA in certain situations, to mask the hookpoint to prevent weed fouling, to hold back hairs when casting. Quote
Guest andypalf Posted June 1, 2007 Report Posted June 1, 2007 Thanks for clearing that up guys. I thought it was suitable. Now i know I've got an endless supply of it. Cheers Quote
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