I've been looking at the bushwackers . And was wondering if any of you guys use them and are thay worth the money ? Been looking on ebay for a second hand one but can't seem to find any. What's your faults on them guys? Also have looked at the cygnet ones but thay don't look as good.
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Only used mine once, but very happy with it. Got 39m of pole now.
Only used mine once, but very happy with it. Got 39m of pole now.
I've had one for over a year and it's a game changer if you're fishing waters where fishing tight to islands reeds etc is needed.
The best thing is you're not limited in length, it gets a bit unwieldy at longer lengths, but with a bit of practice I can comfortably use it at 35m unless it's really windy.
Downside is that you need to keep the joints clean as any debris makes it difficult to add/remove sections
If I were you, the flexibility in terms of length means the Bushwhacker massively trumps the Cygnet (unless they do extensions also??)
I fish a water with an island, the margin of which I estimated to be only about 12m from a specific bank - when I got the Bushwhacker it turned out to be 20m so don't underestimate the distance you're dealing with
The best thing is you're not limited in length, it gets a bit unwieldy at longer lengths, but with a bit of practice I can comfortably use it at 35m unless it's really windy.
Downside is that you need to keep the joints clean as any debris makes it difficult to add/remove sections
If I were you, the flexibility in terms of length means the Bushwhacker massively trumps the Cygnet (unless they do extensions also??)
I fish a water with an island, the margin of which I estimated to be only about 12m from a specific bank - when I got the Bushwhacker it turned out to be 20m so don't underestimate the distance you're dealing with
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I have the AI 12m with 5 extensions for it so around 21m in length
I would like to know the bushwhacker weight comparison at around the same length
The Nash version doesn't look as sturdy at the same lengths but I reckon it may be lighter
Would be good to compare
The nashy version is around 1.5m long each section compared to 1.8m in most of the others
I have the AI 12m with 5 extensions for it so around 21m in length
I would like to know the bushwhacker weight comparison at around the same length
The Nash version doesn't look as sturdy at the same lengths but I reckon it may be lighter
Would be good to compare
The nashy version is around 1.5m long each section compared to 1.8m in most of the others
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Got one and had limited use so far but having used it properly this weekend for a 3 day session I really liked it. The negative is using it in a crosswind is difficult to control, at least I found it difficult. Weight wise it is not heavy at all but as the sections do not fit into each other it can be quite bulky to transport
Got one and had limited use so far but having used it properly this weekend for a 3 day session I really liked it. The negative is using it in a crosswind is difficult to control, at least I found it difficult. Weight wise it is not heavy at all but as the sections do not fit into each other it can be quite bulky to transport
Thanks for the info guys. Just looking for a second hand one on ebay at moment lol
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So I have owned a few poles the cygnet, tackle box telescopic and now the nash one. Nash one is by far the best one i have used.
I have 30 extensions in total stored in the bushwhacker bag. I find it light to carry. Sorry i dont have the weight. I can weigh it if you want to know the exact weight.
Nash version is as sturdy as the others in wind. Once you have used it for a while then you get used to using it in windy conditions. There is a knack.
I always find the claimed baiting pole length interesting as the nash one is 10 sections of 1.5m. They state 15m baiting pole. Its not one you take into consideration the overlap of poles i reckon its about 14.2m
So I have owned a few poles the cygnet, tackle box telescopic and now the nash one. Nash one is by far the best one i have used.
I have 30 extensions in total stored in the bushwhacker bag. I find it light to carry. Sorry i dont have the weight. I can weigh it if you want to know the exact weight.
Nash version is as sturdy as the others in wind. Once you have used it for a while then you get used to using it in windy conditions. There is a knack.
I always find the claimed baiting pole length interesting as the nash one is 10 sections of 1.5m. They state 15m baiting pole. Its not one you take into consideration the overlap of poles i reckon its about 14.2m
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I recon you'll struggle to find one second hand at a decent price at the moment because of the lack of extra sections when there are people on eBay trying to sell extensions for between £20-28.
I recon you'll struggle to find one second hand at a decent price at the moment because of the lack of extra sections when there are people on eBay trying to sell extensions for between £20-28.
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The poles actually measure just over 151cm and you lose about 3cm per pole for the overfit...so not that much lost overall.
I was dubious about the Bushwhacker at first, it reminded me of a piece of spaghetti at anything over 10m but when you actually get used to using one it is great, even in windy conditions....just push it out and let the wind drift it into position....and remember, go left to go right!
The poles actually measure just over 151cm and you lose about 3cm per pole for the overfit...so not that much lost overall.
I was dubious about the Bushwhacker at first, it reminded me of a piece of spaghetti at anything over 10m but when you actually get used to using one it is great, even in windy conditions....just push it out and let the wind drift it into position....and remember, go left to go right!
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Few shops appear to have them in stock, angling direct, Bristol angling both available to order
Few shops appear to have them in stock, angling direct, Bristol angling both available to order
Can someone tell me the exact diameter of the poles, or the hole into which they connect to the head?
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19.22mm for the pole and 20.22 for the end of the spoon.
19.22mm for the pole and 20.22 for the end of the spoon.
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They are ok, I bought two at a time when extensions were not available and modified one of the spoons to take a chirp and a fishspy. Mine now extends to 46.5 meters but in my experience if using it in anything other than flat calm over 10 or 15 meters its fairly tricky to control. I've managed to sneak mine under bushes and in holes in the weed that has helped to catch fish so yes worth it in the right situation.
They are ok, I bought two at a time when extensions were not available and modified one of the spoons to take a chirp and a fishspy. Mine now extends to 46.5 meters but in my experience if using it in anything other than flat calm over 10 or 15 meters its fairly tricky to control. I've managed to sneak mine under bushes and in holes in the weed that has helped to catch fish so yes worth it in the right situation.
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Just bought one after borrowing my mates for a few sessions.
Managed to get both a second hand pole and HD bag plus extra sections second hand, plenty on Facebook marketplace.
I've had Corus and Cygnet poles previously and for me no comparison, Bushwhacker far better.
Just bought one after borrowing my mates for a few sessions.
Managed to get both a second hand pole and HD bag plus extra sections second hand, plenty on Facebook marketplace.
I've had Corus and Cygnet poles previously and for me no comparison, Bushwhacker far better.