THis echoc what a lot of FM regualrs have been saying ,Martin probably just cut and pasted our posts
(joking)
But we do all need to spend a few quid at the local tackle shop and not just on a pint of maggots or a packet of hooks
ok so the rod or reel may cost £10 less on line, but if you buy in the shop you can easily take it back if anything goes wrong
Also when buying a rod or reel take a couple of packets of hook to the counter (I've got them for free doing this:wh)