I usually have two nets on the go, I have a Solar P1 (latest version) expensive, but very good! and the other is a Century C2.
I'd recommend both.
I'd recommend both.
In reply to Post #14
Another vote for the Vader x from me, I've got the two piece and can't fault it for the money, easy to collapse down once you've got a fish in there
Another vote for the Vader x from me, I've got the two piece and can't fault it for the money, easy to collapse down once you've got a fish in there
In reply to Post #17
I have the same that goes with my 10ft set up and I equally recommend it, especially when you consider the cost. For the smaller rods, the 2 piece handle is ideal to fit in the quiver and keep everything compact, but it causes no issues when put together (still rigid, easy to take apart etc)
I have the same that goes with my 10ft set up and I equally recommend it, especially when you consider the cost. For the smaller rods, the 2 piece handle is ideal to fit in the quiver and keep everything compact, but it causes no issues when put together (still rigid, easy to take apart etc)
In reply to Post #1
I hate the dinky metal spreader blocks on most modern 'sexy' nets - they're either too stiff and impossible to detach the arms from or eventually get chewed, metal to metal.
Personally have recently been using a Trakker Sanctuary T8 as its light enough, two piece and has a moulded spreader (that floats and negates a net float) that is secure but a doddle to push out the arms. Net is not a pleasing shape however (no bow) and the mesh may be too shallow for some but for bog standard UK carping its fine and v easy to manoeuvre
If its the spreader specifically your having issues with either buy a simple Fox moulded or better still the standard Tackle Box spreader which is excellent and works with most net arms . .
I have the Tackle Box 32 & 36" nets for river fishing and they are no faff / easy pop in and out - I'm assuming the 42" works the same way . .
I hate the dinky metal spreader blocks on most modern 'sexy' nets - they're either too stiff and impossible to detach the arms from or eventually get chewed, metal to metal.
Personally have recently been using a Trakker Sanctuary T8 as its light enough, two piece and has a moulded spreader (that floats and negates a net float) that is secure but a doddle to push out the arms. Net is not a pleasing shape however (no bow) and the mesh may be too shallow for some but for bog standard UK carping its fine and v easy to manoeuvre
If its the spreader specifically your having issues with either buy a simple Fox moulded or better still the standard Tackle Box spreader which is excellent and works with most net arms . .
I have the Tackle Box 32 & 36" nets for river fishing and they are no faff / easy pop in and out - I'm assuming the 42" works the same way . .
To piggyback off this thread..
Has anyone got any recommendations for a retractable or decent 2-piece landing net handle (my net's perfectly fine); I've recently got some 9ft rods.
I want something sleek, but also strong and £30-50...
As mentioned the Vader X? What's this like? Are there any other decent handles out there you can buy alone?
Has anyone got any recommendations for a retractable or decent 2-piece landing net handle (my net's perfectly fine); I've recently got some 9ft rods.
I want something sleek, but also strong and £30-50...
As mentioned the Vader X? What's this like? Are there any other decent handles out there you can buy alone?
In reply to Post #20
You can get the Sonik Vader X handle separately as a 3 piece handle( 3 6 9 Long Reach)
Would assume it´s the same as the standard 2-piece, but with a third section - which could be handy in certain situations.
You can get the Sonik Vader X handle separately as a 3 piece handle( 3 6 9 Long Reach)
Would assume it´s the same as the standard 2-piece, but with a third section - which could be handy in certain situations.
In reply to Post #12
Is there much difference between the Chris Brown fibreglass and carbon nets?
Is there much difference between the Chris Brown fibreglass and carbon nets?
In reply to Post #22
No not really, both are superb. Ive got the carbon one but would happily buy the glass one.
No not really, both are superb. Ive got the carbon one but would happily buy the glass one.
In reply to Post #23
Ok thanks. I don't really want to spend an extra £65 unless there's a big difference in the two versions.
Ok thanks. I don't really want to spend an extra £65 unless there's a big difference in the two versions.
In reply to Post #24
The glass one is superb mate, buy with confidence. I wouldnt use anything else 👍🏻
The glass one is superb mate, buy with confidence. I wouldnt use anything else 👍🏻
In reply to Post #24
I am surprised at the comments ?
as I would have expected the carbon version to be MORE rigid and lighter ??
I have a carbon Dymag net mk2 and its feather light and rigid as hell nothing thats not carbon could come close to it
I am surprised at the comments ?
as I would have expected the carbon version to be MORE rigid and lighter ??
I have a carbon Dymag net mk2 and its feather light and rigid as hell nothing thats not carbon could come close to it
In reply to Post #26
Hi Gerry I have the fibreglass CB net and to me I don't need a net that's any lighter and it's completely rigid. Compared to any other net I have owned before it's so much lighter and so nice to use that's ticked a box for me landing net sorted.
So I guess that's what the other guy meant with his comments?
Hi Gerry I have the fibreglass CB net and to me I don't need a net that's any lighter and it's completely rigid. Compared to any other net I have owned before it's so much lighter and so nice to use that's ticked a box for me landing net sorted.
So I guess that's what the other guy meant with his comments?