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In reply to Post #11
I’d certainly agree it’s worth looking at ballista and chimera blanks, will come in cheaper too than more modern blanks. I still build ballista floater rods every year for people and I’ve never had a complaint.
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In reply to Post #9
The Acurix are lovely blanks and would suit your requirements perfectly.
I had a pair of 2.75 Torrix rods and sold them - they were a bit stiff for me. In contrast I now have some Kev Baines 2.25 Snipers (based on a Torrix blank) and they are superb and very versatile.
Other candidates would be used Ballista or Chimera, particularly the latter. I have some 2.75 Chimeras and they are really nice. The 2.5’s are good too, but pretty uncommon.
Some of the Free Spirit blanks are fairly ‘soft’ too, for example the 2.75 ES. A mate had a pair and they were good for small water fishing.
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In reply to Post #7
Cheers mate
Retractables not for me
I have a set of cheepo 10s for the tight spots..
Thanx for the thought tho !
KR
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In reply to Post #6
i was actually looking at both the Torrix and Accurix.
Any one have any clue on the difference between the 2 types of rods of an equal TC..?
(There must be some i assume fixtures and fittings for a shop brought off the shelf, not included as thats a whole other question lol)
What is the finish like on Harrison rods...?
Seems like the tip section is a Flat Grey Carbon with the Butt section having a 1k Weave..??
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Have a look at retractables, I've converted this year and have been really impressed. I'm close to selling my 'normal' length rods
With retractables, it seems slightly higher tc's are necessary for a bit of back bone without them being too stiff and 75 yard casts would be an achievement.
They certainly make a big difference if you fish one or two swims in a session.
Or just get some more armalites 👍
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In reply to Post #5
No worries mate.
Re rods, I wouldn't rule out the Ballista with your distances though I've always wanted a set of Acurix. Just to throw this out there too, imo you might consider 2.5lb TC, certainly in the Torrix.
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In reply to Post #1
Interesting not seen them listed anywhere will make some calls...
Do you recall the finish \ Carbon weave.. ?
Kr
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In reply to Post #3
Thanx
Wasn't sure if this was Tackle or Reviews ....
Naturally i guessed wrongly lol
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I have a set of 3 Armalite MK3 / 12ft / 2.75lb / custom build that might be of interest?
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Moved to tackle 
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In reply to Post #1
Harrison acurix. Ultimate small water carp blank. Used a set of my mates years ago and are fantastic for the type of fishing you've described. Harrison are truly uk built. Not imported and then built here.
I've used buzzard rods to build me sets on Harrison blanks and really impressed with his work
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Hi All
Currently have a set of Armalite Gen 1 which have about done their time.
So thinking about looking for a replacement possibly to be built up custom.
Putting budget aside for the moment what would your thoughts be....
Imagine a blank check where would you go.....??
Note i fish estate lakes and have 100% NO NEED to cast anything over 75yds.
I never use above a 2oz lead simply dont need it ..
So please nothing with some stupid 3.5 Test curve, I want a ror i can "Feel" the fish on, but with just a little low down stick for when the time needs..
What would you do
ATB
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