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I can't remember ever watching a TH film that I haven't enjoyed. I hope he's as nice a guy as he comes across.
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In reply to Post #103
I've seen him using them on his Thames vids with ESP.. I suppose when you've used basically the same tackle for 30yrs it's hard to change.. 
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In reply to Post #102
Why doesnt Terry use the ESP reels.
I have got some of the big pits on my beefy rods and they are ok.
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I thoroughly enjoyed both of them. Terry for being Terry and Nick for being Nick. Both providing massive bowls of carp fishing soul food in their own way with little or no advertising.
Hopefully there will be more of that kind of stuff in 2026
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I just watched the (sticky)oz holness one which is spread over 2 parts so far..
Thought it was pretty good.
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In reply to Post #96
Always enjoy watching Tel even if he stretched the story about having a bird 
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In reply to Post #93
TH strength of appeal is that he doesnt need to stay relevant. Not dissimilar to the likes of Chris Yates. Rod Hutchinson (rip) etc .... The further removed from the public they become the greater their legacy and iconic status (in angling) will be. TH will be one of the last of his type. No-one post early 2000s will have that type of credability.
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In reply to Post #92
Falling out of love with game?... not to sure about that... Finding the type of waters and fish he likes to fish for is no doubt getting harder and harder to find. He did mention in the vid he done for Sticky baits that he's finding more and more pleasure in photographing the wildlife around him these days. Maybe that's an avenue he will venture of into someday. Until then he probably finds as much pleasure watching a bobber float moving downstream on the Thames for perch as he does for his carp fishing. Long live Tel and his love for the Angle..
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To be fair it was not as good as his usual stuff but I still found it more watchable than 90% of other stuff out there
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In reply to Post #94
There's probably a lot of fishing he can't film or is taking a long while to put something together. Or he just doesn't want to release yet. He isn't the one to be constantly churning out vlog type videos. We get something special every few years and in between some old stories of times gone by which we've all read in his books keeps things ticking. That list will be exhausted soon I can imagine but there's probably a few undocumented ones there too.
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In reply to Post #93
I don't think it will be long before he disappear from the limelight all together.
Agreed...can't wait to see what he comes back with though...there must be untouched waters, probably private out there.
Do the 'band wagon' have the cahunas to call him out as being irrelevant, seems untouchable to me, like it 
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Tel nowadays reminds me of Uncle Rico, from Napolean Dynamite.
“Back in '82, I could throw a pigskin a quarter mile"
Tbh it's nice see that Tel isn't jumping on the bandwagon trying to stay relevant. These kind of videos have a very limited audience in carp fishing. I certainly used to be that audience, but I'm a bit bored of hearing the same stories retold. I don't think it will be long before he dissappear from the limelight all together.
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Watch them each year but can't help but notice this year was slightly different. I think TH is happy to step out of the limelight and would go as far as saying that he is falling out of love of the game.
The goalposts have changed since covid for all the full time brigade that use to have lakes to themselves from Sunday afternoon to Friday morning whilst everyone else would be at work. Nowadays, midweek on some waters can be just as busy as weekends and getting tickets for the decent waters are now a complete closed shop.
Still a good watch though and nice to reminisce how it used to be.
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I really enjoyed latest TH video - Short and sweet, subtle and slow paced.
It was indeed a reminder that a lot of about fishing 30 years ago was a better time than today and his recollection of his captures is second to none.
Its not the most dynamic content, but his slower paced story telling, his embracement of his own quirkiness, commitment, old school vibe and authenticity is all the better for it! ... Good for him  .
nb - However he lives his life is working for him .... He looks very well and chilled as a result!
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Didn't bother with the TH film. I've read the book and still have the earlier edition of BC when he writes an article about it. Summer in the City i think I called.
Sticky one is poor too. I usually like the Helleur films but why make a video about blanking???
Has the content bubble burst for the main tackle guys these days...?
Will check out the latest Samir one to see what that's like
I subscribed to the Carp Angle one for a while until I realised you couldnt go back and watch some of your earlier subscription episodes on a standard membership. Soon cancelled it after working that one out.
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In reply to Post #84
I think Jim has the best content out there, always smiling, always makes me laugh and conveys a joy of fishing that many don't... no ramming it down your throat about how hard it all is or how 'you have to make it happen'... Proper fishing, engaging guy and no marketing.
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In reply to Post #85
Brilliant Post 55s . . . .suit you . . .  The question is - who / where is Timmy?
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In reply to Post #85
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In reply to Post #85
Haha what a great post. I totally agree.....but I still enjoyed the video.
Nostalgia's not what it used to be.
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I found the Hearn one like a Paul Whitehouse fast show sketch.
Good old days weren't they - 11lbers mm love them don't we? Big then, still now, winters morning, frost, mist, dog walkers, kids having fun, garden canes, more about that later, called Timmy, back of an old motorcycle, film in the camera, hot soup, parkies, particles, free running deer, good old days, Mrs Jenkins purse, I send her Christmas cards, popped in the sack, found some fresh mint in the hedgerow -happy days, now for some dandelion gin and a home made scone- until next time...
In a world of content, this film made me long for the old days of books and articles-
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They are all victims of the format. Hearn is becoming way too cheezy, didn't even bother, and no, i don't know what you mean. Helleur, normally i kinda like him, but what the hell was this? Booking a swim on lac du durrrrrr, idk, 10 mins and i was gone.
Thoroughly enjoyed jim lightfoot again. Shaz was a staaaaar again, setting up the tent, pumping up the boat, running around with her kettlebell, absolute staaaarrr. Also a shoot out to a dutch vlogger, ferenc fishing. He was out on some dutch inland sea, and yeah it was cold, nothing happening, **** it, i'm staying in my bivvy, what am i doing here etc. I mean, those guys don't feel the need to pretend it's all so special, being a carp angling star and all that, just showing what they are doing. And having said that, hearn and helleur aren't the worst by far, they seem to love their fishing intrinsically, but yeah, the format, if you know what i mean:P
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In reply to Post #82
I thought it was extremely disappointing. Definitely not his best film.
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In reply to Post #80
Totally agree - repetitive waffle being possibly the most irritating; presumably due to lack of content . . .amazed this wasn't edited out but then I suppose you'd be left with a tic-toc length film . . .
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In reply to Post #80
Halfway through the film and I thought that there must be a part two coming out at a later time. Then basically the whole film was regurgitated after he moved swims. I suppose the problem in taking a camera man out there and the level of investment is that the film is going to be released however turgid it is. I still watched it but could've done without the tales of what hard work it is, etc..
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In reply to Post #79
Quite enjoyed Tels offering after putting it on for a second time. I turned it off after the 1st few minutes 1st time round as thought it was a recent recollection.
Stickies film, good God, Nick said he didn't put content out for the sake of it! If you like the sound of his voice continually its fine, if you like a truthful film of fishing being hard abroad at times, its fine, if you've never done that sort of fishing you can gleem a few tips but otherwise the ffw button is your friend.
I watched the 1st 10 mins then with ffw I think I watched more youtube adverts than film 
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In reply to Post #78
Tel does tell a great tale and I watch everything he has put out. Certainly better than that dire film that Sticky put out with Helleur.
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It only took him a short while to catch it. So not much of a story to tell. But Tel could make reading the phone book sound captivating...
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In reply to Post #76
If you've read his book then it doesn't hit the same. If you haven't then I can imagine it's much better hearing it. Saying that it's still great and you can't beat a Tel Xmas tale!
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Agree it's not his best,but still he's a great storyteller.
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In reply to Post #74
Didn't find this one as good as others.
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In reply to Post #72
. Long grey hair ain't really a thing.. it's worked for Pete springate for more years than I remember. Oh and belated happy birthday Pete if your reading.
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Not going to get into the 'no bird' convo - I'm too mortal and he's too pure an angling god to make judgment on . . .however goat or not, this is prob not helped by his 70's school cut and nan with dementia style bachelor pad . . .  
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Dont think he's in his yard to long to worry about the decor...
Secondly he ditched the grecian 2000 a while back. Long grey hair ain't really a thing..
And lastly he no doubt realised early on having a bird in tow for to long. Wasn't really conducive to catching big carp regularly...
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In reply to Post #70
Always great to listen to el Tel - still the guru IMO. What was more disturbing was his barnet - totally get embracing the grey (we are the same age) but its either a syrup or he needs a decent barber . . .he also needs to move out of his nans house . . . 
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In reply to Post #67
Local to me, pen ponds, and its a decent video
Two points to note imo, he questioned where the royal 40 originated from....really? An old mate moved a few fish into the ponds when barn elms was lost to angling, and secondly, he mentioned having a 'bird'...
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In reply to Post #67
Wash your mouth out, Mortimer & Whitehouse are on too ..and Matt & Mick on YouTube
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In reply to Post #66
4pm Christmas Eve,cant wait.It will be better than all the ***** on tv
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I see ESP have dropped a picture of Mr Hearns fire being loaded, and Christmas Eves date 
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In reply to Post #59
Off course he is not unchallengeable, yes what you post is correct , in my opinion there are many anglers around the globe that are better then him , they just do not have the big name and probably don't want it.
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In reply to Post #63
He didn't say which war. Gaza?
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In reply to Post #57
hardly. that mat hasn't been out long...
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In reply to Post #61
All those pics back in the day - never did any of those carp any harm 🤷🏻♀️
It's great that carp care has come on leaps and bounds, but we used to put fish down on a bit of grass (if they were lucky!) and they did ok. Carp are a very hardy species.....
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In reply to Post #60
You are quite right. I have seen others copy this and cringe.
Unless it's an exceptionally deep and soft mat, and the carp isn't excessively gutty, then it really shouldn't be done.
There is no need for it, and only serves the purpose of adding some "drama" to his films!
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No one else share the same concerns that I do regarding pressure on internal organs when he balances that fish on its belly on the mat? Or do people feel Mr Hearn is unchallengeable?
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I like the fact he doesn't release films every other week,one thing I think sets him apart is he seems to be tuned in to all things nature and his surroundings.
I wouldn't mind his photo album
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In reply to Post #57
I'm pleased to hear that he still uses sacks and mats.
Some people would make you believe that if you don't use retaining slings and cradles that you are irresponsible.
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In reply to Post #56
He uses a flat mat that looks like he's owned it since the war.
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In reply to Post #54
I've not seen the film, does he use a cradle?
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In reply to Post #54
Sacks are better for the fish if used correctly. Fish can find their own level, rather than bobbing around on the surface.
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Great film
Surprised he still uses a sack though
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In reply to Post #48
thats what separates Terry from the rest of us he always got his target fish and rest of well ..we carried on dreaming about catching them
Exactly that, time is the biggest asset in carp fishing but you still have to catch them, and he does consistently, the majority do not and that is the difference 
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Fantastic film but one that again leaves you scratching your head wondering how he does it
Found a swim that looked good on Google maps, plotted up in that swim, Swan off to take some photos of butterflies and finches, flick the clipped up rods out just before dark, somehow present bottom baits amongst drifting bits of weed, catch a few in the morning. Simple as that
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In reply to Post #50
Brilliant I hope so mate
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In reply to Post #49
I'm told there will be an Xmas one too
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In reply to Post #1
TH & ESP are probably the most watchable film's out the ,I just wish they'd go back to there Xmas releases dates when it's cold and over the Xmas period they always inspired me for the new year, suppose I could save them but there too good not to watch straight away........
Plus massive 👍 to ESP no advert interruptions
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Another brilliant video from Terry
met him quite a few times many years ago when he was chasing carp in oxon
and he always had time for a quick chat on his laps around the lake
it was never that hard to find them when it was quiet but catching them was a different ball game all together and thats what separates Terry from the rest of us he always got his target fish and rest of well ..we carried on dreaming about catching them
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In reply to Post #44
Much better han a couple of years ago, trust me
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In reply to Post #45
Has he dyed his hair like Captain sensibe?!
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In reply to Post #43
He won't be getting that Astra Estae around that pit in a hurry 😂
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In reply to Post #42
and he can walk under the motorway to his other syndicate 
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In reply to Post #41
Drive past the lake twice a day couldn't spot Terry 😂
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In reply to Post #38
Seemed that way
Looked like Everyone had their own things going so no need to tree on anyone's toes
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In reply to Post #37
My guess is it's in Oxfordshire!
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In reply to Post #35
What was nice, I got the impression from Tels musings that members on that syndicate were very respectful of each other, could be wrong but that's how I read it.
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Watched it tonight. The man is a legend and seems so content with it all. Big respect from me
i'd be interested to know where the small Oxfordshire pit is!
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In reply to Post #30
Wow you really got into matey - where you crunching nuts and flicking casters too?
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In reply to Post #34
It's invite only. No waiting list as such. Lovely lake too.
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In reply to Post #27
it's a syndicate i'm pretty sure anyway so won't likely be susceptible to club lake level pressure
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In reply to Post #32
Great film , but he went down in my estimations when I see 3 rods with magic twigs 😂😂😂
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In reply to Post #31
Agree. Great role model for the pastime
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In reply to Post #30
Great video.....very humble person who has never let the success go to his head.
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I watched it last night in the bath. First one I've watched for a good few years. Great watch. He looks well.
As for people talking about him going a bit grey... You would go grey too, if you were anywhere near nicholas the Pest for more than five minutes. 🙃
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In reply to Post #27
I watched Tels vid, You Tube popped up a Thimking Anglers Gaz Farem vid as a next up.
Chalk and cheese, Gaz came across as desperate, must catch and a poorer story teller, washed out not a par on Tel.
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In reply to Post #26
No, he wouldn't blow the lid off a water which would suffer from pressure. He has more respect than that. Really good video, that first mirror is fantastic.
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In reply to Post #25
Maybe, But can you get a ticket?
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In reply to Post #19
With the clues in Tel's chat coupled with the drone footage it can be easily pinpointed exactly with Google maps within a couple of minutes!
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In reply to Post #19
Reading area.
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Lovely film really enjoyed it.
Some fantastic carp, and great to see TH still get so excited, even with the smaller fish.
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In reply to Post #19
Berkshire
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It shows how angling is done. Not just an advert or self promotion with awful drum and base music. That black mirror was unreal.
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In reply to Post #18
Still use my oval for 99% its over 30 years old now bought a brand new one 15 years ago still unwrapped ! I must watch one of these.
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In reply to Post #18
Where is the lake tho?
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Well done ESP. One of the best up there with the Tunnel and old gold films in my opinion.
Tackle firms be aware... expect an upsurge in sales of old school oval brollies with sides.
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In reply to Post #16
Maybe that will now be the carpy look of next spring, fleece waistcoat (fleece must be on the outside) and brimmer hat, far better than the chunky knit, not good when wet. Could be a bit of tweed, tea ceremony and cake in greaseproof paper soon, AKA the Chris Yates look. Got to be an aging thing
Still, has to be one of the most successful carp anglers in this country over the last 3 or 4 decades, target fish, after target fish, after target fish, incredible
ESP make some cracking little films though too, really captures what's special about this magnificent pastime for me, and not just carp too
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In reply to Post #13
Still has that late 80s / early 90s raver look to me though
Why can't I shake the thought of 1 of the other syndicate members looking over to Tels swim at night seeing what appears to be a aircraft handler on acid....with his glowsticks
I think he's morphing into gentry, looked quite dapper if you asked me, what chance do the rest of us stand when he can just charm the fish out.
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I particularly liked the bit at the end where he said that all the syndicate members had been catching and were happy and that's what you want.
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In reply to Post #3
I felt that whilst watching this, it was great but just kept thinking if I wasn't watching it I'd be enjoying the next book more. A self imposed 10 year Terry Hearn media ban will be difficult though.
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In reply to Post #11
Still has that late 80s / early 90s raver look to me though
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In reply to Post #11
All the good anglers have gone Grey and got old, no bivvy heater required.
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In reply to Post #10
Now he is grey all of a sudden lol
Glad I wasn't the only one thinking that, made me feel old!
Looked a bit styled to me, hell I'm booked in tomorrow for a new quiff if it means catching fish like that
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Magnificent that
Those mirrors are absolutely stunning!
Funny how time flies because I used to read this young man's stuff in the Angling times which I found quite captivating at the time, and I have since followed his angling and captures throughout my life. Now he is grey all of a sudden lol and still catching stunning carp after carp after carp. Incredible really, what an angler, one of the best, real deal, no flash in the pan here 
Just makes me want to go fishing
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Thanks for the tips, vossy and Aidey.
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In reply to Post #5
Terry Hearn vids for E.S.P, the Sticky Baits 'reflections' series, and the Thinking Anglers 'Insights' series are probably the best ones available.
You literally have months of decent viewing to look forward to, whereas these days I'm scratching around for decent content!
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In reply to Post #5
Your lucky, you get to watch them for the 1st time
Apart from the floater one which isn't the best my fave has to be on his boat/Thames.
Most of them are a good watch if you like T
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Hardly watch any angling videos, despite being an angler for the best part of 40 years!
Anyone recommend a good starting point for stuff done by Mr. Hearn?
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Always worth a watch...count me in...
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In reply to Post #2
The last ones kind of ruined his next book for me. Its like Dave Lane does on Patreon, but the wrong way around.
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Can't wait. By far the best out there
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New Terry Hearn ESP film, YouTube 20/10 4pm
Looking forward to that
Edit, trailer out now.
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