barbelboi
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Everyone to their own and I assume that you mean that the above is your opinion, probably why Harrisons make over 100 different blanks, but as I stated I prefer my Specialists or Chimera 2's on small/medium rivers.
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Everyone to their own and I assume that you mean that the above is your opinion, probably why Harrisons make over 100 different blanks, but as I stated I prefer my Specialists or Chimera 2's on small/medium rivers.
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cg74
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My money is on Jon going for a Daiwa Infinity barbel rod.
sam vimes
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Mine's not.
If someone asked for the best off the shelf Barbel rod well that would have to be the Daiwa infinity which is imo the second best blank on the Market. Myself I use a Pair of shimano antares concept power Barbel, in 2lb and 2.5lb, for normal conditions. I had to customise these rods as the Ti Lite guides are utter rubbish and should never have been used on such a fantastic blank. So I uprated the guides to fujis K series SICs during last years closed season. I got the rod v cheap and just had to buy another butt section to make 2 rods.
When the waters are in flood or I need to throw a heavy feeder a long distance 45 yards plus then I have a set of 13 foot Harrison Ballistas in 2.75 Tc
Best thing I ever used by Fox were 15" stainless steel flying collars when wrecking for cod. Had far less tangles and more fish than the blokes using those plastic things that look like a bent straw!
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Torrix 1.75.
Perfect for the rivers mentioned.
Wye Severn Trent as main rivers. Go for the2lb.
North Atlantic. Get yourself a 2.75 rod.
Perfect for the rivers mentioned.
Wye Severn Trent as main rivers. Go for the2lb.
North Atlantic. Get yourself a 2.75 rod.
Paul Morley
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To the original question - if you're seriously looking at Harrison then all of the above is good advice but you will not be able to approach the experience of handling one, then you will be convinced! Torrix for me, 1.5tc 11ft bloody amazing rod but I prefer using as little lead as I can, when it's above 2oz or a bigger chuck / river, it's a different requirement. The Harrison are the rods I use most so that's one reason I forked out - the others are 'shelf' rods, Free Spirit in fact.
xenon
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Thank Paul-and to everyone else who has taken the trouble to respond. How much difference in action between torrid and chimera-get the impression torrix is quite "tippy" whereas chimera is a more through action-would that be accurate?
Xenon I have the Chimera no1 model. You are correct in your assumption for this rod at least, it is very 'through' when playing a fish. I've never used the Chimera 2 but I've held one and that feels a whole lot more steely in comparison to the No1, it's not a subtle change, it seemed a much more powerful rod imo. Doubtless someone will have both models and be able to give a direct comparison.
I use my No1s for chucking feeders and leads up to 2-3oz for tench fishing. They will lob a method ball as well and I've used hooklengths on them down to 4lb, tho' I usually use 5-7lb. Lovely rods.I also have a Chimera 3 (snag and flood) which is a totally different animal again!
If it is specifically for barbel I'd go with the torrix, I've seen and used Paul M's 11footers and the former site editor had a 12foot torrix also, better than the Chimera 1 for the job you describe imo.
I use my No1s for chucking feeders and leads up to 2-3oz for tench fishing. They will lob a method ball as well and I've used hooklengths on them down to 4lb, tho' I usually use 5-7lb. Lovely rods.I also have a Chimera 3 (snag and flood) which is a totally different animal again!
If it is specifically for barbel I'd go with the torrix, I've seen and used Paul M's 11footers and the former site editor had a 12foot torrix also, better than the Chimera 1 for the job you describe imo.
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Because of the rivers highlighted, and the generally slower river pace, you will find that the softer tip will often better indicate the presence of fish prior to the bite.
I reckon indications of fish around are seen, in my case, before a serious pull, in 75% of cases.
Then again, I tend to watch my rod tip all the time.
In the faster, bigger rivers, I believe that the fish tend to snatch at the food, and hook themselves, often without indications, because of the flow and competition. (and as there's not much fish competition for food on the Kennet and Loddon nowdays, they have plenty of time to inspect any bait!)
Just my opinion.
I reckon indications of fish around are seen, in my case, before a serious pull, in 75% of cases.
Then again, I tend to watch my rod tip all the time.
In the faster, bigger rivers, I believe that the fish tend to snatch at the food, and hook themselves, often without indications, because of the flow and competition. (and as there's not much fish competition for food on the Kennet and Loddon nowdays, they have plenty of time to inspect any bait!)
Just my opinion.
Paul Morley
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And indeed a quiver tip can alert you in those situations./.. however the torrix tip is difficult to describe, but very responsive and passes an 'electric' signal down the blank to your hand if you are holding the rod(!), one of the reasons it's such fun to use. Also it's very light, making manipulation more enjoyable (tho you might need to consider your reel choice for balance). If any of these qualities float your boat, you may need to see a custom rod builder! Mine were c. £200 (much less without posh cork handle), a Free Spirit seeker is more ££ for a shop bought... Bluenose got his Chimeras second hand I believe, this doesn't happen much, and was lucky they are what he needs - once again you absolutely have to try a rod with your fave reel fitted etc etc to get any idea of the benefits of a Harrison - there are subtle differences between them all. I tried a hefty Harrison made by a different builder and did not like it at all.
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I have to say the 1.5lb specialist Avon is the rod of choice for me,its unbelievable how you can stop good barbel on it,considering its soft feel.
Anyone got, or used, or know of the Harrison Quorum Specialist rod? It's a 3-piece with 2 different butts that make it an 11ft or 12ft rod. Not sure of the TC, reports vary from 1.25, 1.5 and 1.75. It is supposed to be specifically a barbel rod. Interesting concept and could be the ideal solution to my River Dane/Severn trips.
barbelboi
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Never used one Jack, my H rods are all two piece. The only one I've seen was a 1.25 with, as you say, two butt sections of different lengths, that make the rod either 12' or 11'.
Jerry
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There's one on eBay Jerry but it says 1.25 tc but other references on the net say 1.5 and one bloke on Anglersnet says he found one in his loft that was 1.75. Very confusing! My feeling is that 1.25 at 12ft is a bit light for a Severn rod, even if it is a Harrison!
barbelboi
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Can't help you much there Jack - if you're after a three piece H do the triptych in 1.5 t/c.
Jerry
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Three piece is not an issue, it's more the two butt, 11/12ft that appeals.
barbelboi
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Oopps...........I'll shut up then and get back to the cricket