In reply to Post #75
Good lad, won't be long till he has your rods and reels and they won't look right on that pod.
Good lad, won't be long till he has your rods and reels and they won't look right on that pod.
In reply to Post #76
Lol
Lol
Anyone seen any deals on the 150 wrap in green...?
In reply to Post #78
Johnson Ross have the wrap
https://johnsonrosstackle.co.uk/aqua-products-shelters/22458-aqua-products-pioneer-150-system-wrap.html?search_query=150&results=20
Johnson Ross have the wrap
https://johnsonrosstackle.co.uk/aqua-products-shelters/22458-aqua-products-pioneer-150-system-wrap.html?search_query=150&results=20
In reply to Post #79
says this item out of stock now
says this item out of stock now
In reply to Post #80
Carpscene had wraps collection only
Carpscene had wraps collection only
In reply to Post #81
How does the 150 compare in size to the old original pioneer? I've still got one, but find it a little on the large side. Tempted by a new one...
How does the 150 compare in size to the old original pioneer? I've still got one, but find it a little on the large side. Tempted by a new one...
In reply to Post #82
I bit the bullet and got myself a Pioneer 100 with wrap.
First impressions are it weighs an absolute ton, upon checking everything out though it's clear as to why.
1. The material used is the most heavy duty material I've seen on any Bivvy or Brolly I've owned, it really does feel top notch.
2. The frame is obviously a rigid frame which is different from the flexible poles on the old Ulralight, it feels much sturdier when erecting it.
3. The bag it comes in is ridiculous in that it is also really heavy duty and the re-enforcement on the block end is overkill IMO.
4. The Groundsheet also appears to be very heavy duty and is really weighty.
5. Each component, I.e. Groundsheet, Wrap & Front Panel Etc has its own carry bag which is obviously not needed.
Once I've stripped out what isn't going to be used I think it'll be fine.
I've popped it up in the garden to check it over and am impressed with it, like I say the material is super heavy duty, I'm amazed how thick it is actually, I've had an Aqua Armadillo Mk1, Trakker Armo M3 (Original), Fox Supa Brolly Mk1 & 2 (both non-leaky), Trakker Pioneer Ultralight, Trakker Tempest V2, Nash Groundhog Brolly among others and this Pioneer appears to be on a different Level.
Time will tell I suppose 🤞🏼
I bit the bullet and got myself a Pioneer 100 with wrap.
First impressions are it weighs an absolute ton, upon checking everything out though it's clear as to why.
1. The material used is the most heavy duty material I've seen on any Bivvy or Brolly I've owned, it really does feel top notch.
2. The frame is obviously a rigid frame which is different from the flexible poles on the old Ulralight, it feels much sturdier when erecting it.
3. The bag it comes in is ridiculous in that it is also really heavy duty and the re-enforcement on the block end is overkill IMO.
4. The Groundsheet also appears to be very heavy duty and is really weighty.
5. Each component, I.e. Groundsheet, Wrap & Front Panel Etc has its own carry bag which is obviously not needed.
Once I've stripped out what isn't going to be used I think it'll be fine.
I've popped it up in the garden to check it over and am impressed with it, like I say the material is super heavy duty, I'm amazed how thick it is actually, I've had an Aqua Armadillo Mk1, Trakker Armo M3 (Original), Fox Supa Brolly Mk1 & 2 (both non-leaky), Trakker Pioneer Ultralight, Trakker Tempest V2, Nash Groundhog Brolly among others and this Pioneer appears to be on a different Level.
Time will tell I suppose 🤞🏼
In reply to Post #83
That's a good write up 👍
As you've now found out the reason for the weight, these things are made of thick Aquatex. Not so much knocking the Tempest, but the reason the Tempest is so light is because of the rizla like material they're made out of. It all comes down to compromises. If you want to be able to fish as ultra light as you can and are happy with a nigh on transparent bivvy, the Tempest is the one, fancy something that offers better shade potential when the sun is beating down on you, you'll be golden with the Pioneer.
Once you use it for a period of time, getting it up and packing it away is a sinch. I have my peak permanently attached and stuff it in the bag attached, don't even pop the front off as it is designed to go in the bag with the peak fixed at the front. Top bit of kit. Enjoy 👍
That's a good write up 👍
As you've now found out the reason for the weight, these things are made of thick Aquatex. Not so much knocking the Tempest, but the reason the Tempest is so light is because of the rizla like material they're made out of. It all comes down to compromises. If you want to be able to fish as ultra light as you can and are happy with a nigh on transparent bivvy, the Tempest is the one, fancy something that offers better shade potential when the sun is beating down on you, you'll be golden with the Pioneer.
Once you use it for a period of time, getting it up and packing it away is a sinch. I have my peak permanently attached and stuff it in the bag attached, don't even pop the front off as it is designed to go in the bag with the peak fixed at the front. Top bit of kit. Enjoy 👍
In reply to Post #83
Nice review - my only gripe with the Pioneer 100 is the hobbit headheight . . .would rather have a 125 (Ultralite size) than a 150 but of the two would go for the 150 for my needs.
Totally agree Aquatexx on these is a different beast . . .its more like canvas and something I've never seen on any previous Aquatexx bivvy (and I've also had a few) . . .
Nice review - my only gripe with the Pioneer 100 is the hobbit headheight . . .would rather have a 125 (Ultralite size) than a 150 but of the two would go for the 150 for my needs.
Totally agree Aquatexx on these is a different beast . . .its more like canvas and something I've never seen on any previous Aquatexx bivvy (and I've also had a few) . . .
In reply to Post #85
Pioneer material Looks and feels the same as my 20000HH Cyprinus bivvy material .......
Pioneer material Looks and feels the same as my 20000HH Cyprinus bivvy material .......
In reply to Post #86
Tackle tavern have pioneer 100 for 448 and the wrap for 92.50 using discount code BFF75
Tackle tavern have pioneer 100 for 448 and the wrap for 92.50 using discount code BFF75
In reply to Post #87
That's about the best deal about at the moment.
That's about the best deal about at the moment.
In reply to Post #86
have you bitten the bullet and bought one then Wayne ?
have you bitten the bullet and bought one then Wayne ?
In reply to Post #89
Not a chance! In 2004 when I bought one it was fantastic and innovative, then came the tempest taking it a step further.......
Not a chance! In 2004 when I bought one it was fantastic and innovative, then came the tempest taking it a step further.......