Used & Abused: Shimano Baitrunner Xt-Ra - 26/02/2010

These new Shimano Baitrunners are the successor to the Aero GTE Baitrunners, which I have owned, and used, for over a year without complaint. Out on the bank the XT-RA serves...

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Used & Abused: Fox Evolution Bivvy - 26/02/2010

Total Carp deputy editor Jon Bones and I have long been a fan and user of Fox’s various Evolution bivvies, so, when asked to test the latest version I was only...

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First Impressions: Nash Indulgence Airlite Bedchairs - 26/02/2010

There have been several upgrades on that design in the time that has passed, the latest of which is the Airlite. Last year’s Indulgence-X has its fans, but there were two...

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First Impressions: Stone Roach Clothing - 26/02/2010

Okay, there’s only so much you can do with hoodies and T-shirts, but I reckon this stuff is okay. While there is a fish logo on the front of the hoodies...

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First Impressions: Trakker Colossus Bivvy - 26/02/2010

It’s certainly the biggest I have ever seen in my eight years or so of testing fishing tackle. Essentially, it looks like a giant Armo-style bivvy from the outside, with ample...

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Solar Tackle Adjustable Height Stainless Snag Bar - 26/02/2010

Description: A double snag bar where the height of each can be independently adjusted. The arms can be removed and there’s a universal indicator mount that fits all Solar indicators. An...

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Gardner GR800S Braid - 26/02/2010

Description: A fast-sinking braid developed for use as a main line. It has a high, strength-diameter ratio and has a low-viz, dark-green colour. It’s sold on 200m and 600m spools and...

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ESP Super Floss - 26/02/2010

Description: This is a white bait floss with a flat profile and waxy finish. It’s supplied on 50m spools in a handy dispenser ...

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