In reply to Post #76
Wouldnt be as compact then, the bag would have to a lot wider as well and love how compact the bag is. I will never use the extension as the pod is fine as it is i just like buying jag stuff.
Wouldnt be as compact then, the bag would have to a lot wider as well and love how compact the bag is. I will never use the extension as the pod is fine as it is i just like buying jag stuff.
In reply to Post #36
Contact them on messenger and they will respond super quick. Email is becoming less and less popular these days.
Contact them on messenger and they will respond super quick. Email is becoming less and less popular these days.
In reply to Post #78
I'm sure they could of designed a central bar that would extend long enough but still pack away compact enough to fit the case
I'm sure they could of designed a central bar that would extend long enough but still pack away compact enough to fit the case
In reply to Post #80
In all honestly I dont think the rod pod is too short. Here are some pics with my rods on them as I was busy sorting out the cords for the rod lockers. Those are 12 footers with basiairs on them and ample space. I was more concerned about the width between rods and even that is wide enough.
In short gives me exactly what my super compact mk2 did but a lot less hassle. Shame I had to cancel my weekends trip was looking forward to it
In all honestly I dont think the rod pod is too short. Here are some pics with my rods on them as I was busy sorting out the cords for the rod lockers. Those are 12 footers with basiairs on them and ample space. I was more concerned about the width between rods and even that is wide enough.
In short gives me exactly what my super compact mk2 did but a lot less hassle. Shame I had to cancel my weekends trip was looking forward to it
In reply to Post #76
The pod is just fine at the minute, just that personally I'd like to be able to have the option of another 6-12 inches of spacing between the front and rear rests. At the moment it doesn't give any flexibility as you basically have to have it at maximum extension all the time.
Likewise having adjustable arms would allow you to play around with the rod spacing or splay a bit.
It's not at all necessary, but it's something I'd value all the same.
The pod is just fine at the minute, just that personally I'd like to be able to have the option of another 6-12 inches of spacing between the front and rear rests. At the moment it doesn't give any flexibility as you basically have to have it at maximum extension all the time.
Likewise having adjustable arms would allow you to play around with the rod spacing or splay a bit.
It's not at all necessary, but it's something I'd value all the same.
In reply to Post #82
Surely if you wanted to spread the rods further apart which I can only assume would be for areas you are fishing you would just split 2&1 by taking middle bank sticks out?
Surely if you wanted to spread the rods further apart which I can only assume would be for areas you are fishing you would just split 2&1 by taking middle bank sticks out?
In reply to Post #82
Agree with this and its also what's putting me off - adjustability in the arms is limited by the 'fixed' central rod position (when using 3x rods) to ensure the alarm heads align. Cannot see why the front and rear support arms could not be adjustable exactly like the current buzz bars with grooved markers etc - this would not affect current pack down size
Agree with this and its also what's putting me off - adjustability in the arms is limited by the 'fixed' central rod position (when using 3x rods) to ensure the alarm heads align. Cannot see why the front and rear support arms could not be adjustable exactly like the current buzz bars with grooved markers etc - this would not affect current pack down size
In reply to Post #84
Yes that would be the ideal solution.
As to post #81 and why. I guess a main reason would be so I could gain an inch either side so the rods were that bit less tight together. The second reason would be that if I'm fishing all rods to a single spot then ideally I'd have them pointing directly towards that spot with the rods parallel, not slightly splayed as currently on the RP1, or alternatively if fishing to different spots I might increase the splay.
Yes that would be the ideal solution.
As to post #81 and why. I guess a main reason would be so I could gain an inch either side so the rods were that bit less tight together. The second reason would be that if I'm fishing all rods to a single spot then ideally I'd have them pointing directly towards that spot with the rods parallel, not slightly splayed as currently on the RP1, or alternatively if fishing to different spots I might increase the splay.
I've been thinking about getting one of these but I've got a couple of questions for any owners. Firstly do the extend long enough for 13 foot rods and secondly is there enough height adjustment so that you can fish with your rod tips under water if you need to. Thanks
In reply to Post #86
Ive used mine now for 2 sessions and like it a lot. It will defo take 13ft rods. I believe the rear bank sticks are 10" which can obviously raise almost double that which is ample for dropping your tips in the water. Also bear in mind they are just standard bank sticks so you could buy taller if needed for specific venues etc.
Overall I really do like the pod. Its so easy to setup/pack away and easy to level with the lever lock system. I would say though for me the best addition to the pod is the stabilizer which makes the pod that much more sturdy (looks nice too and well worth the £25 spent)
Ive used mine now for 2 sessions and like it a lot. It will defo take 13ft rods. I believe the rear bank sticks are 10" which can obviously raise almost double that which is ample for dropping your tips in the water. Also bear in mind they are just standard bank sticks so you could buy taller if needed for specific venues etc.
Overall I really do like the pod. Its so easy to setup/pack away and easy to level with the lever lock system. I would say though for me the best addition to the pod is the stabilizer which makes the pod that much more sturdy (looks nice too and well worth the £25 spent)
In reply to Post #87
Thanks for the reply. Sounds good. I think I'll have to treat myself to one
Thanks for the reply. Sounds good. I think I'll have to treat myself to one
In reply to Post #87
Rear sticks are 8 inch and front are 6 inch but you can still get your tips in the water. I bought three 10 inch and three 15 inch sticks to go with mine and a couple pf stabilisers so covers just about everything. Love mine, best pod ive owned and ive think ive had them all now.
Rear sticks are 8 inch and front are 6 inch but you can still get your tips in the water. I bought three 10 inch and three 15 inch sticks to go with mine and a couple pf stabilisers so covers just about everything. Love mine, best pod ive owned and ive think ive had them all now.
Rather than start a new thread thought I would ask here, what's everyone' preference the Stainless version or Prolite Black version? I see there is a 1.1kg weight difference. Any pros and cons to choose one over the other?
In reply to Post #90
I own the RP1 in Prolite Black and I've had the 3 plus 1 buzz bars and bank sticks in 316 stainless. Although I can't comment on the RP1 in stainless i can say from owning the buzz bars that the stainless feels more premium, robust and weighty. Whereas the Pro lite is of course a lot lighter and doesn't feel as solid but aesthetically I personally think it looks better.
Personal preference as both materials are still great quality and i love my RP1. If you want something that feels solid and your not fussed about weight then go for stainless. If you want to save that extra bit of weight and the Prolite is more pleasing to you then go for it.
I own the RP1 in Prolite Black and I've had the 3 plus 1 buzz bars and bank sticks in 316 stainless. Although I can't comment on the RP1 in stainless i can say from owning the buzz bars that the stainless feels more premium, robust and weighty. Whereas the Pro lite is of course a lot lighter and doesn't feel as solid but aesthetically I personally think it looks better.
Personal preference as both materials are still great quality and i love my RP1. If you want something that feels solid and your not fussed about weight then go for stainless. If you want to save that extra bit of weight and the Prolite is more pleasing to you then go for it.
In reply to Post #91
Thank you that's very helpful info.
Thank you that's very helpful info.