As per title. Been looking at the century titanium, solar p1 or do I order a dymag?
What would you reccomend?
Thanks
What would you reccomend?
Thanks
In reply to Post #1
I dont think dymag are taking any orders at the min. Ive had most of the top end nets and the only two nets i would buy are the dymag or a chris brown carbon net.
I dont think dymag are taking any orders at the min. Ive had most of the top end nets and the only two nets i would buy are the dymag or a chris brown carbon net.
In reply to Post #1
Although I've not seen one in the flesh so to speak, I'd go with the new Terry Hearn net. I've got the previous Hearn net which I'd say is on par with the MKII Dymag net I've also got. Other than the very aesthetically pleasing look of the Dymag net, form and function, they're the same for all intents and purposes.
Although I've not seen one in the flesh so to speak, I'd go with the new Terry Hearn net. I've got the previous Hearn net which I'd say is on par with the MKII Dymag net I've also got. Other than the very aesthetically pleasing look of the Dymag net, form and function, they're the same for all intents and purposes.
I would look at the Chris Brown carbon. It's stiff and light and the extension piece comes in handy.
In reply to Post #3
I did see those advertised a while ago and totally forgot about them. Will take a look thanks
I did see those advertised a while ago and totally forgot about them. Will take a look thanks
In reply to Post #4
From pictures they look pretty bulky? He's not to far from
Where I live so I might pop over and see him to take a look
From pictures they look pretty bulky? He's not to far from
Where I live so I might pop over and see him to take a look
In reply to Post #6
The tube diameter is larger than an average net, but this probably allows thinner wall thickness. It's a good net, if you're close I would take a look.
The tube diameter is larger than an average net, but this probably allows thinner wall thickness. It's a good net, if you're close I would take a look.
In reply to Post #1
I own 2 x solar P1 landing Nets and cant fault them. I bought them when it was still the telescopic handle and the arms had metal inserts connecting to the quick release spreader blocks. Raved about them so much got my mate to pay £300 for one.
His came and they have changed the design again(whether that's because of supply issues or cost). His net came in a 2 section pole section as their older bow locks which is not real issue but worth mentioning. The more disappointing thing was they changed the metal inserts on the arm to carbon extensions. On the first session my mates arms split at the connector joining the spreader block. He sent it back and they fitted metal inserts which now works but his pole doesn't fit the carry bag as its too long as they never cut the arms back to size lol.
From my view great Nets but seems I got lucky
I own 2 x solar P1 landing Nets and cant fault them. I bought them when it was still the telescopic handle and the arms had metal inserts connecting to the quick release spreader blocks. Raved about them so much got my mate to pay £300 for one.
His came and they have changed the design again(whether that's because of supply issues or cost). His net came in a 2 section pole section as their older bow locks which is not real issue but worth mentioning. The more disappointing thing was they changed the metal inserts on the arm to carbon extensions. On the first session my mates arms split at the connector joining the spreader block. He sent it back and they fitted metal inserts which now works but his pole doesn't fit the carry bag as its too long as they never cut the arms back to size lol.
From my view great Nets but seems I got lucky
In reply to Post #6
The handle is a lot thicker than a normal net but its very rigid which is what you want, the net will outlast you they are bulletproof.
The handle is a lot thicker than a normal net but its very rigid which is what you want, the net will outlast you they are bulletproof.
In reply to Post #1
I bought the P1 Bow Loc last year and while I like it, I don't like the hollow net carbon arms and the metal block spigots which fit in them. As others point out, it is a design flaw. I bought the 50" JRC Cocoon net (right in picture) for £85 also last year and to be honest I love that, it also has a demountable spreader block and I use that for most of my fishing which is cats. I think it also comes in 42" but I do tend I use the larger one for cats only as they are slimey buggers 🤣
I bought the P1 Bow Loc last year and while I like it, I don't like the hollow net carbon arms and the metal block spigots which fit in them. As others point out, it is a design flaw. I bought the 50" JRC Cocoon net (right in picture) for £85 also last year and to be honest I love that, it also has a demountable spreader block and I use that for most of my fishing which is cats. I think it also comes in 42" but I do tend I use the larger one for cats only as they are slimey buggers 🤣
In reply to Post #10
I have a Century QC net, really like it...good quality.
I have a Century QC net, really like it...good quality.
In reply to Post #10
The faux grass rod mat
The faux grass rod mat
Mine...... 
In reply to Post #1
Chris brown carbon or Dymag - enough said
Chris brown carbon or Dymag - enough said
Matrix Bulldog is another very good option. Had mine 10 ish years with no issues.
In reply to Post #15
Just got an email from Johnson Ross Tackle stating that the Bulldog 2 is back in stock. I'll either get that or the Harrison Torrix/Johnson Ross landing net.
Just got an email from Johnson Ross Tackle stating that the Bulldog 2 is back in stock. I'll either get that or the Harrison Torrix/Johnson Ross landing net.
In reply to Post #1
if you can wait........if youve seen any of the korda recent footage, there all using a new net. Im guessing its their own and if your a fan of Korda like me, you know itll be very good.
if you can wait........if youve seen any of the korda recent footage, there all using a new net. Im guessing its their own and if your a fan of Korda like me, you know itll be very good.
In reply to Post #16
I used the bulldog for years but bought the new esp TH when it came out and prefer it, easier to put together and take apart, personal opinion but I don't think the mk2 bulldog is as good as the mk1.
I used the bulldog for years but bought the new esp TH when it came out and prefer it, easier to put together and take apart, personal opinion but I don't think the mk2 bulldog is as good as the mk1.
In reply to Post #18
What's the weight of it like?
What's the weight of it like?
In reply to Post #1
None of those - Free spirit Hi S Net. I have both the 42 and 46 inch nets, with 6ft and 8ft handles... super light, very strong, well made and nice, soft brown meshes - not too deep, not too shallow - just right. They look good too, if that really matters to anyone. Best nets I have used or seen for that matter. Had mine for quite a few years now, brilliant kit.
None of those - Free spirit Hi S Net. I have both the 42 and 46 inch nets, with 6ft and 8ft handles... super light, very strong, well made and nice, soft brown meshes - not too deep, not too shallow - just right. They look good too, if that really matters to anyone. Best nets I have used or seen for that matter. Had mine for quite a few years now, brilliant kit.
In reply to Post #1
I've owned or own most nets and love ones that good looking but would say the following.
Looking at the old school nets, the spreader blocks contained a fair amount of the arms and were fairly thick walled (even the carbon ones) for strength. They then got improved on and the ‘diedritch' one he used had an original ‘collapsible system).
So what has that got to do with it...my opinions
Original bulldog, dymag lollipop, free spirit hi-s, scope etc. = physics say they can never be strong as they have 30mm of insert supporting 42” arms.
Chris Brown - reverse engineering with long prongs fitted into reinforced arms
New dymag net - arms supported above the spigots
ESP, century early one, ACE - old school blocks with plenty of ‘arm' in them.
Bowloc original and new p1 - work not because of strength but because set up means you are tensioning block not bending the arms. I assume fox trigger was similar.
A lot of the nets are looks over function, that I'm bang up for....but in my opinion the p1 is the best of the high end lookers, whilst the best is probably the old plastic block, with decent arms,and handle. Mesh wise avoid the deep ones.
I've owned or own most nets and love ones that good looking but would say the following.
Looking at the old school nets, the spreader blocks contained a fair amount of the arms and were fairly thick walled (even the carbon ones) for strength. They then got improved on and the ‘diedritch' one he used had an original ‘collapsible system).
So what has that got to do with it...my opinions
Original bulldog, dymag lollipop, free spirit hi-s, scope etc. = physics say they can never be strong as they have 30mm of insert supporting 42” arms.
Chris Brown - reverse engineering with long prongs fitted into reinforced arms
New dymag net - arms supported above the spigots
ESP, century early one, ACE - old school blocks with plenty of ‘arm' in them.
Bowloc original and new p1 - work not because of strength but because set up means you are tensioning block not bending the arms. I assume fox trigger was similar.
A lot of the nets are looks over function, that I'm bang up for....but in my opinion the p1 is the best of the high end lookers, whilst the best is probably the old plastic block, with decent arms,and handle. Mesh wise avoid the deep ones.
In reply to Post #19
Very lite weight, comparable to the bulldog although the mesh is probably a little heavier as it's deeper.
Very lite weight, comparable to the bulldog although the mesh is probably a little heavier as it's deeper.
What about the Matrix 3k nets? These any good?
I recently got a Chris Brown fibreglass 42 inch net and I am so impressed with the quality and weight I am already sure it's a keeper for me.
So the carbon fibre one must even lighter for those concerned about having the lightest possible weight for their net.
So the carbon fibre one must even lighter for those concerned about having the lightest possible weight for their net.
In reply to Post #20
I've got the Free Spirit nets as well. No nonsense, super light, high quality and just excellent.
I've got the Free Spirit nets as well. No nonsense, super light, high quality and just excellent.
I had a freespirit a net and struggled with the block, mainly taking down with a fish in.
Changed to matrix 3k net and not liked back.
Just as light, shallower net so easier to manoeuvre, and so much easier to take down with a fish in.
Changed to matrix 3k net and not liked back.
Just as light, shallower net so easier to manoeuvre, and so much easier to take down with a fish in.
In reply to Post #23
Absolutely superb.
I went into Johnson Ross, was going to have a Torrix custom net made to match my custom rods, they said have a look at the 3K.
Glad I did, better than the Bulldog and I believe it's one of the 2 lightest nets on the market, very stiff too and was a better net than the Harrison etc nets they had on show.
Added bonus is you can buy a short pole for boat use which I also needed, overall great value for money. Matrix get forgotten about these days but their quality is as good today as it ever was, just not a trendy name these days.
Absolutely superb.
I went into Johnson Ross, was going to have a Torrix custom net made to match my custom rods, they said have a look at the 3K.
Glad I did, better than the Bulldog and I believe it's one of the 2 lightest nets on the market, very stiff too and was a better net than the Harrison etc nets they had on show.
Added bonus is you can buy a short pole for boat use which I also needed, overall great value for money. Matrix get forgotten about these days but their quality is as good today as it ever was, just not a trendy name these days.
In reply to Post #27
Likewise. I'm planning on going in there to buy a new net and was going to get either the Harrison Torrix/JR net to match the rods i'm having built or the Bulldog 2. Think i'll take a look at the 3K aswell now. Cheers mate.
Likewise. I'm planning on going in there to buy a new net and was going to get either the Harrison Torrix/JR net to match the rods i'm having built or the Bulldog 2. Think i'll take a look at the 3K aswell now. Cheers mate.
In reply to Post #28
I recently purchased the matrix 3K net and am very pleased with it, very light, nice stiff shaft, sensible depth of net and very easy to use spreader block. Excellent product.
I recently purchased the matrix 3K net and am very pleased with it, very light, nice stiff shaft, sensible depth of net and very easy to use spreader block. Excellent product.
I brought the matrix 3k net also. Really happy with it for the money.
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