As per the title I guess,

Has any one sourced a bank stick stabiliser that is big enough from Chris Browns bank sticks. A quick measure suggests they are 20mm, the bulk of the stabilisers from the usual suspects are for 12/16mm bank sticks and the odd one for 3/4".

I have read some comments suggesting they aren't needed due to the size of the bank sticks etc, can anyone confirm? Or are my only options a goal post set up or to get some made?

I'm considering a set of 3 10ft 3.5tc cotswold rods pace compacts. I wondered what rod holdall, sleeves etc people are using with them, do they fit the various Nash scope offerings?

Thanks in advance.

Must admit I hadn't considered amnesia, I used it years ago and kind of forgot about it, might give that another look.

Do any of the suggestions straighten without the need for steam, I don't drink hot drinks so would prefer not to bring a kettle just for straightening rigs, yes I could do it at home but I'd prefer not to.

Due to a club having a ban on braided hook links, I'm looking for a mono to use as a hook link. I have tried Daiwa sensor, subline, soft steel and rmtec fluoro in various breaking strains as that is what I have laying around, but they all lack one of the qualities I desire.

I am looking for something as supple as the above, but that can be pulled straight rather than needing to steam, In the past I have also used fluoros like Iq2 and soft ghost and they were a little too stiff for my current situation.

If anyone can offer some suggestions I would be very grateful.

Having looked into it a bit, cos I initially assumed it was a scam, most of the companies seem perfectly legitimate. Whilst there are no doubt scammers out there, the main thing that bothers me is they try to make out that the punters are all part of some great community, it seems people become both financially invested and emotionally. The people that run these companies whilst doing nothing illegal are morally bankrupt.

Should add, No issues with people having a flutter as long as people aren't being duped.

In reply to Post #10
With my finger, I hold the rod while controlling the boat left handed as I like to still feel for a drop. Its how I did it prior to getting the deeper so I saw no reason to change, but that could be causing it as I don't have a ton of control of the rod when I do this.

I assume you would recommend a control arm of some sort, any suggestions?

Must admit I feel a bit daft sending the boat out looking like a type 45. So I will definately be digging out my rear mount next time.

In reply to Post #7
Could well just be me being an idiot, wouldn't be the first time. Although I did try all manner of things to sort it. I'll revisit it next time I'm forced to use the bait boat.

In reply to Post #1
The store bought attachment arms can have drawbacks. I have a waverunner shuttle, the side mount drastically impacts the handling of the boat and the rear mount means you can't drop a rig whilst the deeper is mounted as it generally gets tangled (speaking from experience).

Whilst not quite Heath Robinson, this fella found an answer that suits me.

https://youtu.be/3NA9Fp2QQpc

This way you can accurately map a swim and then drop the rig and bait on to a predetermined feature.

There are probably better solutions but it works for me.

Heard a fair bit of talk about boilie discounts at the time of year and finally found one. Baitworks are doing 20% off everything for the remainder of the month. Discount is already applied site wide. (to be clear I'm not affiliated in any way just wanted to share a good deal)

Any other similar deals out there?

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I read the blurb for the next masterclass (8 I think) and it mentions a new hook pattern being unveiled. I would assume it is the one from the French TT episode but who knows, that reminded me of the Gardner rigga crv with a beaked point. It'll be online from the 18th.

http://www.korda.co.uk/m/carpfishingnews/fantastic-new-masterclass-coming-soon-/