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Blakes baits particles seen to be quite good quality from the batches I have had from them.

In reply to Post #1
Fox are deffo the biggest of the lot. I would still go for the Fox alarms over any others though. I know a few people that had the nash r4's and ended up switiching to RX+ alarms. Each to their own but I personally think the Fox are the best in terms of ease of use and features.

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This looks really good to be fair and as it's black you can get away with it not being from a tackle company. Some of the bright coloured ones aren't the one are they! Might have to give this a go for the money.

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Is the braid new? I had this exact same issue but after a few sessions the SBX started to outperform the hydrosink noir on my other spools. I think the SBX takes a few uses before it starts to perform properly.

I have just got one. As per the name they are quite low but I have found it depends where you set it up and if you use the storm poles or not. Without a bedchair I imagine 2 people could sit under it on normal chairs but there wouldn't be too much room. If it was set up on a slope you may struggle as the top would probably hit your head if you are sat on a big chair. I have the korda chair and can sit under it with no issue.

If you aren't in a rush to get one these are amazing if you are using them to drop rigs. Much lighter and easier to maneuver than the carp spirit ones. https://carpspot.de/spotfinder-v2

Lab for me, I think the key is to get them used to going with you whatever breed you take. If you only take them occasionally it can take them 24 hours to settle into it and get used to all the different smells, noises etc.

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To be fair I would agree with this. If you are fishing a very snaggy venue or extreme scenarios then the mirage platinum I recommended may be less effective as you only get one diameter choice which is 0.35mm from memory. I have used it on less snaggy venues and liked how it performed.

Korda wide gape choddy's are the one for me. I personally wouldn't try and save a few £ on hooks by using smaller/unheard of companies gear. If it goes wrong you will kick yourself. In reality if you go with any of the major brands you will be fine. Pick one you like the look of and try them out.