In reply to Post #27
Tried that. Didn't work, as reels already discounted.

In reply to Post #25
Thread now has wrong title, as I've ordered the Penn Affinity 7000 Longcast Custom Carbons - retail price £219, seen them across the web for all sorts of prices normally £189. I've just brought them for £149.99 from Waveinn on-line, the Affinity variants are also available at good prices in case anyone is in the market.

In reply to Post #12
Thanks IP and Weaver. I did look at these previously and for no reason, dropped off the list. I'm asking the Miss to send off to Santa for a set of the AF II 7000 LC CC. The LC Blacks II and new III have too much white text and I think the weight and drag feature are worth the extra cash on the CCs. The drag/spool face-on, looks wise compares to the Basia Customs. Best looking reels in my view, but can't justify the price to purchase.
So thanks for recommendations. Fingers crossed, hope Santa avoids COVID.

In reply to Post #8
Found custom carbons for £167, now getting interest. Thanks.

In reply to Post #7
Looks a nice reel. Reviewed the carpology vid review. Pushing my budget. I guess quality costs. Will try to find at my local AD to get hands on.

In reply to Post #3
Thanks for your view.

In reply to Post #4
Sorry for not being on-line for a month. Still deciding, so interested in views and peoples experience.
My research into medium, big pit reels - based on looks and budget. Do want to keep for 10 yrs plus, not resell on after number of monthsI'm not solely a tackle tart, but fashion marketing tends to pull me in if in my budget - £150 max. Use Shimano old grey 10,000 baitrunners. Had them for yonks. Just want to fish at distance without too much effort. Open to other suggestions.
Ultegra14000 is where I'm leaning. But recently read bad reviews - cheap build quality, after some use, not as smooth as new and clutch, free to fix ends Up being 4 turns. New T-Rex is a good alternative, for less money. Haven't managed to get my hands on the T-Rex 7000 in person to see, touch and test, let alone side by side.
Long piece I know, keen to hear from you before Xmas purchase.

In reply to Post #1
Carp branded clothing can be expensive, so I go for sale and bundle - liking the Wofte clothing, so picked up a bundle deal and sale jackets - whatever catches my fancy at good price. Army surplus clothing combats etc, always to baggy for me. Like a better fit trouser.

First set of ‘big pit' reels Ultegra XTD 14000 or Okuma T-Rex 7000. Leaning towards the T-Rex, haven't been able to hold both in hand to directly compare. Need your help please. Have Shimano TX4 rods 3.5Ib t.c. Target fishing 80 - 140 yards.

In reply to Post #13
Did you have any luck at the Long Lake?