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Pod (13 posts / 1,415 views)
richiejw76
Posts: 1,154
Post #1 29 Jan 2023 09:29
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What is a good low profile pod in black that allows the butt eye to sit behind the alarm, I'm struggling to find one they all seem short in length now days.
armalitemk1 armalitemk1
Posts: 668
Post #2 29 Jan 2023 09:58
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In reply to Post #1
Fox Quattro, not sure if they still make them new but there virtually bullet proof I've had mine must be at least 20 years apart from the odd chips it's perfect so I wouldn't worry about buying 2nd hand ,I've also a Nash 4 play think it's called that's not bad but I'd go for the fox
JasonM JasonM
Posts: 1,764
Post #3 29 Jan 2023 12:11
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In reply to Post #1
Fox X pod plus.
pearbo pearbo
Posts: 1,530
Post #4 29 Jan 2023 15:34
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In reply to Post #2
I'm the same, when my mk1 Quattro dies I think the only alternative is either a second hand one or a custom job. The craze for tiny little pods doesn't seem the one for me. Manufacturers are laughing though, half the material for twice the price.
mark1009
Posts: 4,738
Post #5 29 Jan 2023 15:37
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In reply to Post #1
Another vote for fox quattro. If you don't mind silver aluminium poles have a look at Chris brown pod.
Mart74 Mart74
Posts: 3,509
Post #6 29 Jan 2023 15:38
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Have a word with Custom Angling Products, I'm sure he can make a longer shaft if asked.
Belch Belch
MODERATORMOD
Posts: 4,661
Post #7 30 Jan 2023 12:59
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In reply to Post #1
Quattro user since their original release (preferred the mk1 to the mk2) and still keep 2 of my original collection (battered 3 rod & a mint 4 rod) for sentimental value.

I too was a 'butt behind the alarm' merchant (sounds dodge) however I've broken my OCD by having Neville ball clips whipped behind the reel seat on all my rods - acts in exactly the same way and allows you to use a shorter pod set up (which can sometimes be convenient).

Alternatively if you don't want to do this just buy some Jag (or similar) rod lockers and your worries will be over!
sundance sundance
Posts: 6,762
Post #8 30 Jan 2023 13:59
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In reply to Post #4
True

Though not as much as when they got away with no elastic on carp chairs and hardly any on bedchairs. Now we have to pay 50 quid for a SIM
Tinhead Tinhead
Posts: 17,091
Post #9 30 Jan 2023 23:47
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In reply to Post #7
I'm still a butt behind the alarm. Until I experience a catastrophic problem I will remain so.
Belch Belch
MODERATORMOD
Posts: 4,661
Post #10 31 Jan 2023 14:39
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In reply to Post #9
Still sink my tips and put my reels behind the alarm when I've got a fish on (the remaining 2 rods) . . .does this count?
NickGordon NickGordon
Posts: 3,121
Post #11 3 Feb 2023 20:36
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In reply to Post #7
however I've broken my OCD by having Neville ball clips whipped behind the reel seat on all my rods - acts in exactly the same way and allows you to use a shorter pod set up (which can sometimes be convenient).


That could actually mean you don't need butt rests at all.
scott88m14
Posts: 93
Post #12 4 Feb 2023 01:41
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Solar ground pod
Teddybare
Posts: 994
Post #13 4 Feb 2023 01:51
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In reply to Post #8
LOL So true.
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