- Olivers Angling, Clevedon
Excellent quality bait and good selection of tackle. Graham (owner of Olivers Angling) makes a variety of rigs up that the shop sells, which are all of a high standard. - Breakaway Conversion Accessory Tray
As previously mentioned, this is a useful shelf for the box but the design will not suit everyone's needs, ie lead types, spools etc. I have seen some adaptions made by anglers which is good if you are practical. - Gemini Genie SRT Springs
I wouldn't dream of tieing a multi hook clip down trace without incorporating one of these into it. No more frustrating stretch leading to traces that no longer clip down after several casts. Brilliant! - Sakuma Nite Crystal
Love this line, and not too expensive. Reliable and supple, my no 1 choice of line - Guided Fishing Norway
I went out with Guided Fishing Norway last March and it honestly was the trip of a lifetime! John has done so much research and knows the area so well that there is no need to waste time looking for marks or working out what tides to fish them on and yet if you wish there are also an endless supply of untried marks to try. My goal was to try and catch a halibut from the shore, I knew it was a great place to target them but they are by no means a sure thing so I was over the moon to land 5 up to almost 30lb! I even hooked (but didn't land) one shading with a 100gm spinning rod. We also had great sport with cod to near double figures on shads, well over 20lb on bait, plus quality coalies, wolf fish, plaice etc. I didn't try any of the really deep marks but they're definitely on my list for next time with the chance of many species you wouldn't think of getting from the shore. I did try one reasonably deep mark, it took a couple of minutes for the lead to reach the bottom and was rewarded with s double figure lumb. The scenery every where is amazing including the views from the house looking toward the saltstraumen whirl pools. The house is cozy and well equipped and there are several marks within walking distance. Don't forget to try the petrol station burgers, just don't work out how much they cost in pounds! In short I cannot recommend John and Guided Fishing Norway highly enough, it could be the difference between a frustrating holiday and a trip of a lifetime! - Damiltech Solutions Seat Box Catch Repair Kit
After struggling with bungee cords to hold my kid shut I bought this, fitted in 10 minutes and my box is better than new. - Damiltech Solutions Tray Toppa
Great product and price. Keeps your weights/sinkers in place without falling out or rattling around. Simple but affective. Would recommend. Great customer service from Dave. 5* - Century Tip Tornado Match
A great 5oz and bait casting rod with a lot of power in reserve another nice rod from Century - Breakaway Fastlink Clips
By far Strongest clip Available , I also like the mini fast links for lighter fishing, Still extremely strong - Breakaway Relay Clips
Nice and cheap at £1 perfect for up and overs with a splashdown sinker at the bottom. - Varivas Big Mouth
An awesome hook for using larger baits a medium shank with a wide gape .These hooks have never let down off the boat or shore beware the tips are ultra sharp.. - TronixPro Cobra GT
I was lucky enough to get to use a friends one for a couple of weeks. He had recently bought a matching pair and decided that he wanted to sell them. My first impression was that they certainly looked good, but boy were they heavy. I took the weights out of the butt section to make it more manageable, but even so it is way too heavy. It is like the first glass fibre beach casting rod my Grandad gave me when I was 16. It performed about as well. It feels like a glass fibre rod and not a modern carbon one. I tried all sorts of weights and different casting styles to see if I could get it to cast any distance. The best I got out of it was about 80yds with bait. For some that is not a bad distance, but I can regularly hit over 100 with bait. It certainly has backbone and if i was after another Conger or Wrasse rod for rough work then it would be ideal. However at £350 there are a hundred other rods out there for less than half that price, that I would choose before this one. My mate even offered it to me for £150. I read one review that said it cast like a £500-£600 rod. Who ever wrote that had obviously never used a rod in that price category. I think the reason you see lots of positive reviews on this rod is because most people wont admit that they have just wasted so much money on a rod that I can only describe as one of the worst I have ever used. I am glad I was able to try one before I bought it, as I too had been taken in by the hype. - Varivas Chinu
So sharp and strong. When I first saw these they screamed Gilthead bream to me. I tried them last year and found that I connected with most takes and definitely put more fish on the river bank. - Titan 'Titantex' Waterproof Smock
Great kit for sea fishing, nice and warm and excellent at keeping the wind out. - Daiwa Saltist 20H
Fantastic reels very strong yet can send a bait very far it comes into its own over the rough grounds - Ian Golds Super-Match Tripod
With out doubt the best tripod for sea fishing! Great price aswell .. had mine years and not one thing has gone wrong with it! .. - Namix Leads
I like the bullet hybrid Namix leads for distance and grip really well no going out of shape while fishing over heavy ground work great with a bait clip incorporated to. - Leeda Icon Bass Sport
Very slim light weight blank with a surprising amount of power for a 11'6 rod , the bite detection is really good picking up the faintest of bites even in moderately windy conditions , I paid 69.99 from bobotackle and for the money it's absolutely fantastic , it's a great looking rod too , all in all I'm very pleased with mine , it'll chuck a 3oz lead far enough for the sort of fishing I do with it , although it will 'lob' a 4 oz weight I.m.h.o. It's better suited to a 3 oz with bait . I've used quite a number of different rods in the past but this has got to be my favourite , I'll be sticking with it for a few years for definite . - RockGrip - Fishing Boot Studding
The extra confidence this gives you when fishing slippy rock marks can be the difference between landing a fish or not. Even when the rocks are covered in ice, my RockGrip studded Sorels and Grubs grip perfectly. - Ultima Powerflex Shockleader
Great leader, nice and supple for great knots and it's readily available in bulk spools. - Damiltech Solutions
The first product I bought off Dave was the rig tidy, I broke it while fitting (totally my fault) without hesitation I received a replacement despite saying it was my own fault. Top bloke and top products. - Penn Surfblaster 8000
Great and reliable real at a good price, my only gripe is the coating flaking off the handles after a while, but this doesn't affect the reels performance at all - just looks a bit tatty - Sea Angler
I have been reading Sea Angler now for a number of years. As fishing is the same each year then you will expect to see similar articles each year when i say the same i refer to when you expect to certain species start to show. But ever year I always see new information and tips. Sea Angler is a great read with some great writers. I love reading how the writers help those new to the sport target a new or a elusive species. The writers show passion that comes through in their articles. It is nice to see reviews of new tackle items that are coming out. They have helped me decide on certain items that I have bought and they have been spot on. This a great magazine for the seasoned angler and an amazing and useful tool for those new to the sport. By far the best sea angling magazine out there. Keep up the great work Sea Angler. - Ron Thompson Axellerator
Great rods for the price will pull anything in over rough ground great but detection lovely action when casting brilliant rods - Varivas Chinu
I always use these for Bass fishing with a bait on the bottom (opting for a Varivas Circle when popped up). Fantastic sharpness, strength and hook hold. - BKWAG Guides
Black version of the ever popular kwag Anti tangle excellent guide for multi and fixed spool alike - Gemini Splash Down Solo Bait Clips
A fantastic addition to your rig if you use cheaper leads, un-clips every time without fail Again though the same problem as with the Splashdown weights, anything over a 4/0 hook depending on hook brand will not fit in the clip - Century Eliminator T900
Had the rod 2 weeks great feel to it casts like a dream and still have had its full potential yet. And can tell a small bite 150 yards in a big swell . - Tronix Pro Envoy Tournament Mag
Not a bad reel, very smooth straight out of the box, big improvement on the previous Envoys, but not a reel for hauling weed and doggies but no 65 sized reel is ! - Varivas Saltwater Champions
Great hooks use these all the time! . - Asso Oblivion
Absoloutley brilliant.. Same texture and knot strengh as amnesia but 5 times cheaper !! - Breakaway Long Tail lead Lifts
Find these hold the bottom much better than the shirt tail ones - Daiwa Saltiga Hyper-Speed 30HSH
My number one choice of reel for almost all my fishing these days. Not only is the reel a cranking beast, but properly mag converted (I use Macey Mags), it is a casting dream too. I downsize to the 20 equivalent for my lighter bass rods, but the 30 is still surprisingly small because of the very narrow side plates. Most of the reel is spool - very easy to get your thumb over and control. - Breakaway Fastlink Clips
A must for the sea angler, strong, reliable, tried and tested. The quickest way of changing rigs when match fishing. - Asso Invisilk
Never tried for ages until one day decided to buy some what can I say great stuff lovely to tie knots and for casting and great for rough ground fishing or smooth ground highly recommend - Olivers Angling, Clevedon
Graham and Maria at Olivers offer a great service to anglers in the North Somerset area. Being a smaller shop they have sensibly avoided taking on the big shops re top of the range, expensive kit and concentrated on what I think is the important stuff; terminal tackle, accessories, a fantastic range of ready made sea rigs, great local knowledge and most important of all, excellent bait. The quality of Olivers fresh lug and ragworm is well known so it is advisable to pre-order by phone to avoid disappointment. - Vass
Excellent waders, leaky smocks. - Ian Golds Super-Match Tripod
My no 1 choice - Damiltech Solutions Rig Tree
Absolutely excellent. Cannot rate this item highly enough. For someone with bad knees like me, I hate kneeling or even sitting to bait. The bait tray at a standing level and quick accessibility to the hanging rigs is invaluable, as is the reliability that clipped up rigs will stay clipped up whilst waiting to be used. Alternative stand alone options aren't viable on some marks, but this can go anywhere the box goes. Super light and super compact when packed down. A must for any match angler. - VMO Crane Swivels
Top quality swivels.. - Breakaway Seat Box Back Rest Conversion
Not many people I know don't have these I think you could improve on great design with a bit of padding on straps and lower back as can dig in - Daiwa Saltist Hyper-Speed 20HSH
This is a fantastic piece of kit. I have one for shore fishing and if you are thinking of doing the same the first thing you need to do is get the reel magged which is what I done. It is very light and well built and just shouts quality as soon as you pick up. Casting is a delight and although designed as a boat reel, once magged it is a competent casting reel on par with any other shore reel. The ratchet/ clicker is the same quality as that of the black and gold Saltist's. The lever drag is very well thought out. Bring the drag right back it goes into free spool for casting and as you move it forward the drag increases the resistance. A mark on top of the reel indicates where to set the drag for striking, and you can move the drag a little more forward to increase the resistance further ideal for breaking free of snags. The drag can be fine tuned for the breaking strain of you line by the dial on the side of the lever drag. The retrieve is smooth and quick ideal when chasing up a slack liner, or fishing rough ground where a quick retrieve can make a difference when recovering your end tackle. The torque is nice too where you still have to play the fish and not winch it in. It is well balanced and looks awesome in the black and red. It is a high quality reel as you would expect from Daiwa. It is not a cheap reel by any mean, but for the high speed retrieve and lever drag it is reasonably priced and the quality makes it worth every penny. Daiwa has done it again, keep up the great work. - Ullcatch Bait Weever
Really useful addition to the tackle box, keeps elastic dry and clean and is easy to use. Always seem to have a tag left hanging out after snapping off which makes things easier when hands are wet, cold or both. - VMO Crane Swivels
Strong, neat and compact. What more do you want from a swivel? Each perfectly formed and they don't corrode very fast either! - Damiltech Solutions General Purpose Utility Tray
Bought this last year, I keep my scissors, bait elastic, baiting needles and all the small assortments in this, one of those products that once you got you wander how you lived without it. No more tipping the box upside down because your bait elastic has slipped to the bottom. - Breakaway Conversion Accessory Tray
The spool holders are useless to todays modern bangle spools, but I do slot my spare headlight batteries in there, which is convenient. The lead slots aren't the best for long hikes, but can be solved with a Damiltech Tray Toppa, which then makes it function perfectly. - Breakaway Impact Leads
These are a must when fishing for the smaller species with multi hook clip down rigs and smaller baits. The shape of the lead is just right, but the later versions with the plastic head do occasionally suffer from the head cracking. The 16 gauge wires are great in the tide and can be pinched in towards the lead so that they really take some tripping out. - Asso tapered Shock leader
This is a really good idea as if your fishing with mono the knots with tapered shock leader are tiny and feel so smooth - All-In Angling Tours
It is really very simple - Catch more fish - Waste less time searching for marks - Enjoy good home cooked food - Releax with peace of mind knowing everything is sorted for you - enjoy an altogether better fishing holiday experience with a really good host and an excellent angling guide! - Ultima Red Ice
Oh dear... Other than the fact that it shows up extremely well in the dark, I can't stand this one. Line is a very personal choice, but I found this to be springy, brittle and weak. After you have snagged and pulled for a break it becomes nigh-on useless.