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Review – Marco Cortesi Signature Centrepin reel by Avanti

This is a real reel bargain and one not to be missed says Jeff who reviews it here.

Crucians, Carp, Brown Goldfish and Crucian Hybrids

Can you identify a true crucian carp? Crucian expert Peter Rolfe explains how with words and pictures.

Review – Shimano Super Baitrunner Aero XTE-A

We take a close look at the new Baitrunner reel from Shimano - is it much better than previous models? Or is it just another facelift? We give our verdict...

Shimano Hyperloop Feeder Rods

The incredible thing about these feeder rods is the price. Hard to believe they're from Shimano.

Short Whip Fishing by Peter Jacobs

Peter Jacobs with an in-depth look at short whip fishing. "Far from being a brainless method, fishing a short whip can be an exciting,...

Avon Float Trotting Rig

Mark Wintle shows us a basic trotting rig using Balsa, Avon and Chubber floats which are attached top and bottom.

Review – Barbel Rods Group Test

In this group test we've taken a close look at, and fished with, five barbel rods varying in price from £ 52.00 to £ 130.00 and rated them according to design, build quality, fittings, actual performance and, of course, value for money.

The Mitchell 300X Reel

"A whole generation of anglers loved the Mitchell 300 and its stablemates and if you're old enough to remember punk, I bet you still miss 'em sometimes."

Abu Ambassadeur EON Reel

David Will has been looking for a small, neat multiplier for casting medium sized lures and here he tells us why he settled for the Abu Ambassadeur EON.

Reviewed – The Fox Stratos FS 10000 Reel

Fox's long awaited entry into the reel market has finally arrived with the launch of the Stratos FS 10000. Has it been worth waiting for?
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