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springwell 2,000 Post Club User is Offline

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Posted: Thu Sep 19, 2019 7:45 am Post subject: |
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Hi Pete,
Can't you repair the ferrule with whipping?
I've read mixed reports on Shakey Agilility rods, some people like them, some report loose joints.
I was in the market for a budget 9'-0" 4wt to use on stillwaters when conditions allow and rivers don't.
Anyway I looked around and couldn't find anything.
So I purchased a rod from Maxcatch in China £40 free delivery and arrived in two weeks. There's also usually a 20% discount code running too (which I forgot to apply ) and they throw in freebies. No customs or import duties applied.
https://www.maxcatchfishing.com/fly_fishing-lure_fishing/fly_rods_.html ( I bought a Black Star which I'm pleased with but they have cheaper rods and travel rods)
I'd have preferred to bought locally, or UK trader, but I couldn't find anything.
Might be worth a punt?
The rods start at around £30 or so and they have a small following on the other side.
Bill _________________ There is a fine line between the angler and madness |
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Posted: Thu Sep 19, 2019 8:48 am Post subject: |
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Pete,
I have a 9' #4 Orvis Access which is surplus to requirements. I'll bring it down to the Itchen on the 14th October & you can fish with it for the day to see if you like it. If you don't have a #4 floating line I'll bring one along as well.
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Fryfishing 1,000 Post Club  User is Offline

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Posted: Thu Sep 19, 2019 10:12 am Post subject: |
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Thanks to both of you.
Bob, I already have a 4# four piece Orvis which I use on the river when I fish with you, but thanks for the offer.
Bill. The furrel has had a repair job carried out but I am not sure how long it will last I will check out you suggestion of Maxcatchfish.
I am looking for a 6# as I plan to fish again for LMB in the states as well as trout, but I am happy to take advice.
Thanks
Peter _________________ Floating Lines, buzzers, nymphs, stick floats, maggots and throwing lures at bitey things. |
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Posted: Fri Sep 20, 2019 7:06 am Post subject: |
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Pete,
The 20% discount code for this month at Maxcatch is 20celue _________________ There is a fine line between the angler and madness |
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Posted: Fri Sep 20, 2019 10:04 am Post subject: |
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Thanks Bill.
I am off to Italy today for some Black Bass and sea fishing
Cheers
Peter _________________ Floating Lines, buzzers, nymphs, stick floats, maggots and throwing lures at bitey things. |
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Posted: Fri Sep 20, 2019 2:19 pm Post subject: |
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That's right, rub it in.
Have a good time, we won't be thinking about you.
Bill _________________ There is a fine line between the angler and madness |
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