In reply to Post #15
How long ago did he build your last set mate? Feel really guilty having any concerns but it may be my last set I get custom built and as my other two sets he made got nicked, I'd really like another set made by him beforehe retires. It didn't even cross my mind he could be that old now (mind you I'm 51 now 😂
. It'll be a very sad day when he gives up building rods. The guys a legend in my book.
How long ago did he build your last set mate? Feel really guilty having any concerns but it may be my last set I get custom built and as my other two sets he made got nicked, I'd really like another set made by him beforehe retires. It didn't even cross my mind he could be that old now (mind you I'm 51 now 😂
. It'll be a very sad day when he gives up building rods. The guys a legend in my book.
In reply to Post #4
I have upgraded the line clip and am using the Weston developments one. Also have upgraded to carbon washers. The drag as standard however is amazing. As for max distance I am unsure but have comfortably fished 30wraps (120yards) with the above set up. I have never had an issue when playing fish with it. Like any rod when the fish is under the rod tip it's all about just taking your time. I definitely have no regrets having purchased this set up.
I have upgraded the line clip and am using the Weston developments one. Also have upgraded to carbon washers. The drag as standard however is amazing. As for max distance I am unsure but have comfortably fished 30wraps (120yards) with the above set up. I have never had an issue when playing fish with it. Like any rod when the fish is under the rod tip it's all about just taking your time. I definitely have no regrets having purchased this set up.
In reply to Post #17
Thanks for the extra information Oats-1983. Really looking forward to putting an order through for the Torrix now. Just need to decide on the 5000T's or the X BR's now but either way it's going to work out a lot cheaper than basia's. 😁👍
Thanks for the extra information Oats-1983. Really looking forward to putting an order through for the Torrix now. Just need to decide on the 5000T's or the X BR's now but either way it's going to work out a lot cheaper than basia's. 😁👍
In reply to Post #16
I bought my last set of 12-6 Torrix TE's from him (top picture, older set TE's below) about 12 months ago, it was about an 8 week build wait which drove me insane waiting at the time but when I looked again a few months back I think the wait was nearer 3 months, then it was suspended and I think he is now back to 12-14 weeks.
I do feel privileged to own two sets of his rods, and personally I wouldn't hesitate and get that order placed before you loose the chance.
I bought my last set of 12-6 Torrix TE's from him (top picture, older set TE's below) about 12 months ago, it was about an 8 week build wait which drove me insane waiting at the time but when I looked again a few months back I think the wait was nearer 3 months, then it was suspended and I think he is now back to 12-14 weeks.
I do feel privileged to own two sets of his rods, and personally I wouldn't hesitate and get that order placed before you loose the chance.
In reply to Post #19
That's a lovely setup you have there. Is that the Matrix Innovations Compact Patriot Pod? Been looking at that myself as I previously had the Steve Neville FO range and his pod which he doesn't do any more.
That's a lovely setup you have there. Is that the Matrix Innovations Compact Patriot Pod? Been looking at that myself as I previously had the Steve Neville FO range and his pod which he doesn't do any more.
In reply to Post #20
You're half right, it's the Matrix Compact Patriot base with Korda (Jag) Singlez uprights and bars.
You're half right, it's the Matrix Compact Patriot base with Korda (Jag) Singlez uprights and bars.
In reply to Post #21
Sent you a PM mate. Where did you get the neon green collars from on the pod and buzzers. They look the dogs danglies. 😁👍
Sent you a PM mate. Where did you get the neon green collars from on the pod and buzzers. They look the dogs danglies. 😁👍
In reply to Post #22
PM answered Gary 👍
PM answered Gary 👍