Blonde_Tim
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Forum: Tackle
7 May 2026
@ 10:44am
@ 10:44am
Hi all.
I've a pair of Power Aeros (newer ones 14000XTC).
I rarely gosh three rods so was planning on buying a cheaper Ultegra for the occasions I need a third.
Does anyone know which reels spools are compatible with the power Aeros?
Thanks.
I've a pair of Power Aeros (newer ones 14000XTC).
I rarely gosh three rods so was planning on buying a cheaper Ultegra for the occasions I need a third.
Does anyone know which reels spools are compatible with the power Aeros?
Thanks.
Forum: Tackle
4 Feb 2026
@ 9:49pm
@ 9:49pm
In reply to Post #4
Sorry, just seen this.
Had the normal techlite on the duralite for a while now (2 years maybe?).
Fits well. Im 5'10 and about 90kg and dont find it too restrictive (size 9 shoe if thats important for peoples views on the bottom being restrictive
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Sorry, just seen this.
Had the normal techlite on the duralite for a while now (2 years maybe?).
Fits well. Im 5'10 and about 90kg and dont find it too restrictive (size 9 shoe if thats important for peoples views on the bottom being restrictive
Forum: Tackle
Thread: Spool case for 2 spools?
16 Aug 2025
@ 9:32am
@ 9:32am
In reply to Post #5
That's what I've done generally. Just find it a bit untidy! Will probably persist with that option though!
That's what I've done generally. Just find it a bit untidy! Will probably persist with that option though!
Forum: Tackle
Thread: Spool case for 2 spools?
15 Aug 2025
@ 11:04am
@ 11:04am
In reply to Post #3
Legend - thank you. I'll check out dimensions but could be just the job
Legend - thank you. I'll check out dimensions but could be just the job
Forum: Tackle
Thread: Spool case for 2 spools?
15 Aug 2025
@ 9:21am
@ 9:21am
Hi All.
I tend to fish 2 rods almost exclusively these days.
I've tried searching the normal places but has anyone come across a case for spare spools that just takes 2 (or even 4 would be useful given I have braid/fluro/mono)?
Cheers. Tim
I tend to fish 2 rods almost exclusively these days.
I've tried searching the normal places but has anyone come across a case for spare spools that just takes 2 (or even 4 would be useful given I have braid/fluro/mono)?
Cheers. Tim
Forum: Tackle
Thread: ESP Quickdraw brollies.
14 Jul 2025
@ 11:23am
@ 11:23am
In reply to Post #46
no problem mate.
To be completely transparent, I havent actually used the mesh yet so wouldnt really like comment at the moment.
no problem mate.
To be completely transparent, I havent actually used the mesh yet so wouldnt really like comment at the moment.
Forum: Tackle
Thread: ESP Quickdraw brollies.
10 Jul 2025
@ 9:36am
@ 9:36am
In reply to Post #33
There are 3 pegging points, i now use mine on just the lowest setting.
Admittedly i'm only 5.9/5.10, but can it on my duralite bed straight up on the lowest setting, no hunching over at all.
I'll try and get some photos up if i have time or happy to Whats app them to someone more savvy
There are 3 pegging points, i now use mine on just the lowest setting.
Admittedly i'm only 5.9/5.10, but can it on my duralite bed straight up on the lowest setting, no hunching over at all.
I'll try and get some photos up if i have time or happy to Whats app them to someone more savvy
Forum: Tackle
4 Jul 2025
@ 9:40am
@ 9:40am
In reply to Post #5
I used this in the 25lb version and was impressed.
I was looking at a braid that sort of behaved like heavy mono (all i really wanted was the low stretch for feeling a drop and better contact during the fight) - ie i didnt need/want a super heavy braid that would sink like a brick).
The 25lb ticked all the boxes but was a bit thin for my liking/needs. I would go for the heavier version next time i think, which would suit my needs better.
have the 25lb TA braid on at the moment - no complaints so far. Again, i'm not looking to fish at massive distance. I suspect the fox would be better if longer range was important.
I used this in the 25lb version and was impressed.
I was looking at a braid that sort of behaved like heavy mono (all i really wanted was the low stretch for feeling a drop and better contact during the fight) - ie i didnt need/want a super heavy braid that would sink like a brick).
The 25lb ticked all the boxes but was a bit thin for my liking/needs. I would go for the heavier version next time i think, which would suit my needs better.
have the 25lb TA braid on at the moment - no complaints so far. Again, i'm not looking to fish at massive distance. I suspect the fox would be better if longer range was important.
Forum: Tackle
Thread: ESP Quickdraw brollies.
23 Jun 2025
@ 11:12am
@ 11:12am
In reply to Post #14
Sorry, havent been on here much - no pics at the moment (will ask if thats ok).
I'll check weights but I use mine (58") just with two short poles, and then 4 pegs and feels very lightweight. I use it on the lowest settling and still gives loads of coverage for a 'normal' bedchair @(duralite in my case) with rucksack behind, cool bag by head and brew kit on a bucket next to me.
Sorry, havent been on here much - no pics at the moment (will ask if thats ok).
I'll check weights but I use mine (58") just with two short poles, and then 4 pegs and feels very lightweight. I use it on the lowest settling and still gives loads of coverage for a 'normal' bedchair @(duralite in my case) with rucksack behind, cool bag by head and brew kit on a bucket next to me.
Forum: Tackle
Thread: ESP Quickdraw brollies.
12 Jun 2025
@ 1:56pm
@ 1:56pm
In reply to Post #1
I'm lucky enough to have one, so a few points that might help.
52&58 inch versions (I have the larger).
Smal up size is very compact. Only the back two ribs touch the ground so there aren't two longer poles sticking up on pack down. Doesn't seem to affect stability.
The grounds been too hard to get the storm rods in very far, so have just pegged the sides then brace the storm rods against that and it's been great. Last night in it was on the end of a SW setup front on, on a 60 acre pit.
Movie mesh is removable with quite a new attachment type.
Really lightweight and easy to erect (being a brolly obviously), even though the material is tick/laminated type.
Any questions happy to answer.
I'm lucky enough to have one, so a few points that might help.
52&58 inch versions (I have the larger).
Smal up size is very compact. Only the back two ribs touch the ground so there aren't two longer poles sticking up on pack down. Doesn't seem to affect stability.
The grounds been too hard to get the storm rods in very far, so have just pegged the sides then brace the storm rods against that and it's been great. Last night in it was on the end of a SW setup front on, on a 60 acre pit.
Movie mesh is removable with quite a new attachment type.
Really lightweight and easy to erect (being a brolly obviously), even though the material is tick/laminated type.
Any questions happy to answer.