Ever thought of using a flat bottom method for presenting on weed? The large flat base sits much better than an inline lead and gives a very similar presentation - only aided by the shape of the feeder. Unconventional, but it works

Hi gents,

One of me mates is looking at the eclass rods, does anybody have experience with different models of them? Talking to him about distance capability and sacrifice of playing action, there seems to be a sweet spot in every rod range - does anybody know it for the e class?

I prefer longer rods, they are nicer to play fish on and are easier to cast! But all said and done i use a pair of 11ft 2.25lb rods for smaller venues or if I'm using the bait boat. They are powerful enough to land anything but the soft tip gives confidence and a decent cushion. I can't see a short rod offering that, they must be like broomsticks! 10ft is as short as i would go i think..

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When I was fishing the Avon just outside Stratford I got woke up by mooing, as i dragged my head from the sleeping bag there was a flock of cows about 6ft infront of my brolly all looking at me. They are big, there was many.

Ive just started making my own boilies and they work just fine. I buy a ready base mix from a local bait specialist for 2.50 per kg and go from there. Today i blended tinned tuna, sardines and mackeral together with my eggs, a good splash of tabasco, some chilli flakes and some salmon oil. My house smells vile but the boilies look great! Once you have all the gear to make them it doesnt take long and i get about 2 kg for 6 quid. You can make what ever flavour you fancy, im toying with the idea of some cooked like meatballs in a chilli con carne with the beans and everything for spodding