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mark1009
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#1116 20 Jun 2025 15:56
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I wish they would do shelf life, as I don't have room for a bait freezer anymore. Had to switch to A.B S years ago. I'd love to use sv1 but can't keep it fresh.
reubenmills reubenmills
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#1117 20 Jun 2025 17:16
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Only reason I stopped using Poacher 👍🏽love thier baits but my fishing mate got rid of his bait freezer so had to switch to a company that did shelf life..
I did message the guy a couple of years back and he said they are working on it but never seen anything since
vossy1 vossy1
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#1118 20 Jun 2025 17:33
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TFT extra 15% off sale items Code SALE15
Exclisions apply see webby

LINKY POO™ https://www.total-fishing-tackle.com/sale?
Tyto
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#1119 20 Jun 2025 18:50
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In reply to Post #1113
For years I've been like a tramp on chips every time with these " discounts " . Hooks, beads, PVA bags, swivels, etc, etc. I'm probably now stocked up with most stuff for the rest of my days Lol. But I fancied some of those D rig aligners which were £3.29 for 10. Went on AliExpress £1.10 for 20 ! Couldn't help myself on there Lol, 4 piece stainless steel cook set, folding handle frying pans, " Nash" bait ball mould, PVA mesh tube all at unbelievable prices 😁.
vossy1 vossy1
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#1120 20 Jun 2025 20:09
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Yep, you can nearly always find it cheaper somewhere else, espesh China who makes most of it. Like everyone I don't like getting ripped off and I see the likes of Bank Tackle as a middleman between Main brand prices and Tackle companies.

Thing is if the tackle companies weren't asking for it the Chinese wouldn't be making it, and certainly wouldn't be making it on the scale a person could buy the quantitites we want.

It's another subject for another thread, not bargains. jmo
whataclonker whataclonker
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#1121 20 Jun 2025 20:21
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Not sure if it's already been posted as I'm too lazy to scroll through but Aldi have cook sets & gas stoves on the middle aisle. They look decent enough & cheap. Other camping related items too.
Tyto
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#1122 20 Jun 2025 20:48
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Saw that yesterday and it is indeed a bargain. I would have been tempted but Mr Ying Tong Chan had already dispatched something similar for half the price 😂.
whataclonker whataclonker
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#1123 20 Jun 2025 20:57
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ron83 ron83
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#1124 21 Jun 2025 14:33
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In reply to Post #1123
I tried a few more bits from Ali express - the fox-style splicing needle, 'y-lin' coloured kickers, PVA bags,some tiny hook swivels, some of the tungsten putty, and a cool little leader box all completely fine.
whataclonker whataclonker
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#1125 21 Jun 2025 15:22
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In reply to Post #1124
My laughter was actually in reference to "Mr Ying Tong" but I can see how my post could be misunderstood.

That's awesome. 99% of tackle is made in china anyway these days. It probably all comes out of the same factory (or a few). I've never ordered from Ali & I may try one day.
Tyto
Posts: 192
#1126 21 Jun 2025 20:40
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In reply to Post #1125
I was sceptical at first, with thoughts of being scammed and details being compromised etc. I've bought a few things now, all through PayPal and everything has been fine. Download the app and every stage of your parcel's journey is pinged to your phone.. Give it a go !
whataclonker whataclonker
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#1127 22 Jun 2025 16:50
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In reply to Post #1126
I do need some leadcore.

Is there any good stuff on there?
Tyto
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#1128 22 Jun 2025 17:32
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In reply to Post #1127
I've not bought any from there as I don't use it much. Just had a look and there's loads to choose from. The Hirisi one is £1.35 for 7 m in 35lb B/S. Others are doing higher breaking strains for similar prices. There's also loads of lead free versions. Like I said I've not personally used any but with the prices, definitely worth a punt. You could always splice up a little length and stress test it before use for reassurance 👍
Baitman Baitman
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#1129 22 Jun 2025 18:06
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In reply to Post #1128
The Hirisi stuff if good. A little bit thicker than esp lead core.

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whataclonker whataclonker
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#1130 22 Jun 2025 19:08
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Thanks for the recommendation.
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