Lord Paul of Sheffield
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I have one that I rarely use as it doesn't feel as solid as non telescopic ( Maybe because it not a solid piece) - do others find this
telescoping landign net handles
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A couple of years ago on FM I was recommended Drennan carbon handle.
It cost more than I like to pay for a rod!!
I bit the bullet and I am very pleased with it.
It is rock solid even at an extended length.
It cost more than I like to pay for a rod!!
I bit the bullet and I am very pleased with it.
It is rock solid even at an extended length.
Lord Paul of Sheffield
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Is it telescopic
sam vimes
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There are essentially four types of landing net handle,
fixed length, put over/spigot, telescopic (kind of the opposite of put over) and extendables. The latter could easily be described as telescopic, but they aren't in the world of angling. Telescopics are only useable at specific lengths. Adjustables are useable at X and Y and all points in between.
I'm happy to use any of them, bar a telescopic. I haven't had one since I was about twelve, when I sussed that they weren't for me. I wouldn't have one given now.
fixed length, put over/spigot, telescopic (kind of the opposite of put over) and extendables. The latter could easily be described as telescopic, but they aren't in the world of angling. Telescopics are only useable at specific lengths. Adjustables are useable at X and Y and all points in between.
I'm happy to use any of them, bar a telescopic. I haven't had one since I was about twelve, when I sussed that they weren't for me. I wouldn't have one given now.
sagalout
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I use the drennan red x strong telescopic and for my simple needs it is excellent.
mikench
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As stated in another post I bought one before I knew better. It is telescopic , the net folds and in isolation it is well designed and neat!
The praise ends there though as it is too short, too heavy and the net size is too big for the size of fish i catch or am capable of catching. I have a Maver 2 metre telescopic and a Drennen 3 metre extendable. Sometimes when i am feeling unbearably optimistic and am largely alone I will set them both up so I have a choice dependent on the size of fish. One has to try
The praise ends there though as it is too short, too heavy and the net size is too big for the size of fish i catch or am capable of catching. I have a Maver 2 metre telescopic and a Drennen 3 metre extendable. Sometimes when i am feeling unbearably optimistic and am largely alone I will set them both up so I have a choice dependent on the size of fish. One has to try
thecrow
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I use a cheap used tackle telescopic one for my roach fishing, it does the job it was made for and I have had no problems with it, I see no reason to pay more for that type of fishing.
I have recently purchased a Drennan super specialist that can be adjusted to 3 metres for use on rivers, its light and strong and from what I have read as long as the locking mechanism is looked after it will last me, bit pricey though.
I have recently purchased a Drennan super specialist that can be adjusted to 3 metres for use on rivers, its light and strong and from what I have read as long as the locking mechanism is looked after it will last me, bit pricey though.
Like others here I have had the Drennan Super specialist for a number of years an find it excellent for most types of fishing.
I bought the original version, and luckily never suffered with the problem of the locking mechanism failures that seemed to affect many . . . .
That said, for Carp or Tench fishing I still use my Greys X-Flite as it is super strong and yet light although rather expensive . . . . .
I bought the original version, and luckily never suffered with the problem of the locking mechanism failures that seemed to affect many . . . .
That said, for Carp or Tench fishing I still use my Greys X-Flite as it is super strong and yet light although rather expensive . . . . .
barbelboi
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I've also had the Drennan Super Specialist Twistlock for a number of years without any problems. Well worth the money.
seth49
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I've got the drennan super specaliist as well, not cheap but it is worth every penny.
Had mine a good few years now,just clean and lightly oil the locking mechanism ever so often, and it works perfectly.
A really good strong handle.
Had mine a good few years now,just clean and lightly oil the locking mechanism ever so often, and it works perfectly.
A really good strong handle.
Ah!! I see what you mean. Not telescopic in the sense it has many extending pieces. Just two pieces that lock and slide.
See the other threads about it as they are spot on.
sam vimes
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Much like float rods, I have a veritable plethora of landing net handles to choose from. Just like float rods, I like having the best for a given situation and I love finding something that bit better than I already have. The choice of which to take depends on what I'm doing and where. However, for 75% of my fishing, I take a Drennan Super Specialist Twistlock with me. I have stronger, longer and slightly lighter landing net poles, but nothing nearly so versatile. I suspect that the name on them is actually limiting their market somewhat. I think that more would be using them if they dropped the "Super Specialist". There are some horror stories out there about them failing. Whilst I wouldn't dispute them, there are reasons. Failure to perform minimal maintenance will cause problems eventually. The seemingly universal temptation to get things as tight as humanly possible will also increase the chance of failure. After an initial "bit tighter" failure, my original has been going strong for well over five years. I bought a second and a compact. The original is the one I take most and it gets a lot of hammer.
I'd suggest the compact version to those usually fishing sub 13' rods on smallish venues and the standard version to pretty much anyone else. They are slim enough, light enough and strong enough to be used for any type, or size, of fish. Just choose the landing net head appropriate to your needs on the day. I use them for almost everything from tiddler bashing to full on carping. The only time I've found them wanting is when fishing long rods (17'+) or poles on really deep water. That sometimes needs a good 4m+ landing net pole. The vast majority of anglers will never need that long a landing net.
I'd suggest the compact version to those usually fishing sub 13' rods on smallish venues and the standard version to pretty much anyone else. They are slim enough, light enough and strong enough to be used for any type, or size, of fish. Just choose the landing net head appropriate to your needs on the day. I use them for almost everything from tiddler bashing to full on carping. The only time I've found them wanting is when fishing long rods (17'+) or poles on really deep water. That sometimes needs a good 4m+ landing net pole. The vast majority of anglers will never need that long a landing net.