I've got a pair of Scarpa Terrex that ive had for over 10 years and they're bullet proof. I don't just use them for fishing - they've seen mountains and festivals too.

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Well I went here this weekend, fishing 24hrs Saturday > Sunday.

Nice pretty lake, plenty of fish about. There are 30 pegs but they only take 18 bookings, so not too packed in. I had 5 high singles, guys around me had less. A little disappointing to be catching only singles for the money they charge tbh, I was expecting low to mid doubles, but a peaceful setting and good sport. I guess it would be good for a social. I might try Middle pool next time, or maybe one of the specimen lakes.

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Not a tackle recomendation, but If you're just starting again, I found this article quite useful. I've just started again this year after about 15 years out.

https://www.carpfeed.com/fishing-features/articles/how-to-start-carp-fishing-after-a-break

and also this book - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Carp-Fishing-Manual-step-step/dp/0857332910/

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Shimano Baitrunner 4500b's
Daiwa Pro Carp 3 - 2 1/4 TC

Old school here...I prefer to fish smaller lakes, so I see no reason for big pit reels and 3 1/2 TC rods.

Has anyone fished the Lodge pool at Baden Hall? I'm just looking for any tips. I can find plenty of info about the other pools, but not this one.

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No, that's a different pool. There's a few dotted around Telford.

Anyone fished this recently? Any tips?

I practically lived there when I was a lad, but that was in the 80s/90s. It was hard going then. I've read that it was stocked a couple of years ago, and there's certainly plenty showing when I had a walk around. Plenty of people fishing it too.

I guess some people have theft insurance? I'm looking for recomendations. Particularly if you have had to make a claim - that's when most insurance companies show their true colours.

I've just moved to a new house and will need to store all my tackle in a shed, which I am a little nervous about.