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    Hi everyone

    Hi Tim Nearly all my Barbel fishing is on the Thames in and around Oxford. 2 to 2.25lb rods will suffice when winter fishing slacks and smooth water on the near bank and inside of bends. Occasionally in extreme circumstances (the last week or so!) and if I need to cast across then I will up to...
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    Daiwa ss850 (ss1600) sold

    Hi Richard My friend received the reel on Monday. He's very pleased with it. What line did you spool it with, and breaking strain? looks like Gardner to me. Mick
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    Various Harrison Peregrine and Century Armalite Custom Rods for Sale

    Hi George Rod arrived this morning, stunning rod, very pleased. Spot on for my urban Barbel fishing. Just like to thank you for the excellent communication and speed of delivery. Regards Mick
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    Daiwa ss850 (ss1600) sold

    Hi Richard A PM for you. Mick
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    Various Harrison Peregrine and Century Armalite Custom Rods for Sale

    PM for you George Mick
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    River Thames Northmoor

    Hi Simon I tried to get permission to fish at the campsite on the Weirpool a couple of years ago, but never got a reply, found it impossible to get hold of anyone. I even approached the loch keeper and got a very blunt reply from him. The cheapest way to fish this stretch is join the Littlemore...
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    Wanted pair of SS1000

    Hi Daniel Theres a guy on fbook, Joseph Novis. He normally posts in two groups: Cult/Custom Reels and Retro/Cult Tackle. He sources quite a few of these reels. I've had a couple of him in the past and they've been nop notch. Might be worth dropping him a message, he's a good seller and helpful...
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    Wanted - Fox Duo Lite 11ft ARD051

    Reply sent Steve
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    Wanted - Fox Duo Lite 11ft ARD051

    Hi Steve I have a couple of these, in mint condition, hardly used, with original bags. I'd be willing to let one go for £100. I'm up in Oxford, not far from you. PM me please if interested. Regards Mick
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    Century Armalite Mk2 12ft 2 1/4lb

    Thought you were gonna include the boot as well 🤣🤣
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    Classic rods clear out

    Hi Daniel The 11ft Powermesh arrived today. Cracking rod mate. Very pleased with the purchase and the quick service. All the best Mick
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    2 x Okuma Epix Pro EPB30

    PM for you Joe
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    Hook choice???

    I'll second that Kevin.Got this Bank tackle size 8 embedded on the Thames at 2am last winter. Drove home with it, snipped it half way down the shank, pushed it through until the point appeared, then pulled it through with the forceps 😟
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    Hook choice???

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    If you....

    Hi Richard, bit late to this thread. Regarding the SS and GS 1000, I have both and they are two different beasts. The GS comes in at 454gms and the SS at 391gms. I'd say Terry is correct in saying the GS is the forerunner, and Huanzhou is correct in saying that the internals are not...
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    Daiwa ss-850 reel ( Japan ) made

    Thanks Rob, really chuffed with it, if you're able to come across any other Japanese SS's please give a heads up. Mick
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    Daiwa ss-850 reel ( Japan ) made

    Hi Rob Pm for you, I'll take it please Mick
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    Shimano 3500b reel

    PM for you Rob
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    Daiwa Infinity 1.75s

    PM for you John
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    Whats best recent bit of tackle you have bought ?

    Jason I'm gonna be having a play with a deeper pro on the Thames around Oxford between now and the start of the season. You're welcome to come along to see for yourself, I think you'll be impressed. Mick
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