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I love weirpools. Nice article Graham, have I read it before though?
Where is that great looking pool on the Dove?
Where is that great looking pool on the Dove?
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Hi Graham,
I think the idea of Fishing 10lb + line on Float Tackle ,on a Float Rod is way over the Top,apart from presentation being rubbish,try breaking out of a snag even on three pound line,without having to walk backwards.
You wont be running a stick float at them on that clobber mukker,at least not half properly.
Even power float rods were not designed for that bs of line.
Regards,
Chris.
I think the idea of Fishing 10lb + line on Float Tackle ,on a Float Rod is way over the Top,apart from presentation being rubbish,try breaking out of a snag even on three pound line,without having to walk backwards.
You wont be running a stick float at them on that clobber mukker,at least not half properly.
Even power float rods were not designed for that bs of line.
Regards,
Chris.
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You probably have read it before. I reproduced it on the site because somebody was asking about fishing weirpools. The weirpool pictured is on the river Dane.
Chris,
Two of the weirpools I fish are full of snags and I need that strength of line to stop the barbel from diving into them. You're right that it's harder to pull for a break on 10lb line (8lb bottom), but I'm less likely to get snagged in the first place due to a hooked fish.
I agree that the presentation is much less than perfect with such heavy line, but I'm willing to sacrifice a few bites for the greater chance of landing any fish I hook. And I use a modern, low diameter line which is thinner than many lines of lesser strength.
I use a Harrison 12ft 9in specimen float rod which is well up for the job.
I must admit my line strength recommendations are a little OTT, but better that than recommending lighter gear that is going to leave line trailing from fish when used in less experienced hands.
Chris,
Two of the weirpools I fish are full of snags and I need that strength of line to stop the barbel from diving into them. You're right that it's harder to pull for a break on 10lb line (8lb bottom), but I'm less likely to get snagged in the first place due to a hooked fish.
I agree that the presentation is much less than perfect with such heavy line, but I'm willing to sacrifice a few bites for the greater chance of landing any fish I hook. And I use a modern, low diameter line which is thinner than many lines of lesser strength.
I use a Harrison 12ft 9in specimen float rod which is well up for the job.
I must admit my line strength recommendations are a little OTT, but better that than recommending lighter gear that is going to leave line trailing from fish when used in less experienced hands.