In reply to Post #1
the receivers also go sticky. i think my friend has treated them with a light brush of alcohol which removed the slight tackiness, maybe worth a quick call to gardner? not a huge issue IMHO.

In reply to Post #1
Hi

I have had some Nick Buss Century NCS 12 ft 3.25 since 2000, light and responsive, slightly like a Torrix. used to bash 4 ounce leads a fair way, but OK close in. Have a prototype Xlite with the old ballistic nylon on the but section, a stiffer rod I would say, maybe faster actioned? I like the xlites. Both of these rods are quite old and i don't think nick does the xlite any longer, or at least century don't do the ballistic nylon (like the old FMJ's) so a tricky question to answer. Of course Nick would know the answer!

good luck!

the avid ones work well with mine.

In reply to Post #28
I've not checked...but is there much price differential between the Longbows and Kaizens?

In reply to Post #1
Bough Beech. Low stocked, challenging and 30 mins from TW.

In reply to Post #10
I have heard the longbow theory also, from someone who is as credible as they come. why would Daiwa choose to compete with and canabalize their own market share in top end rods?

In reply to Post #18
Dale renovated my original Delks from the mid 90's, so there is always a way.

In reply to Post #6
i just used a local seamstress, much better with a good quality chunky zip.

In reply to Post #4
get the zip redone? ive done that on a load of my newer snugpack gear.

the base camp in Peterborough are very helpful on primus stoves (and carry previous models). I bought an older easyfuel model from them at a good price. has been good since purchase, albeit only a couple of months.