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Avanti Poles

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Avanti Competition K7 16 Meter
Avanti Dri Zone Pole Holdalls
Avanti Dri Zone Pole Holdalls
Avanti Flexi-Pots Large
Avanti Flexi-Pots Medium
Avanti Knee Pole Support
Avanti Marco Cortesi Barbless Ready Rigs
Avanti Match Top Kit
Avanti Pole Rollercoaster
Avanti Power Top Kit
Avanti Pro V Roller

Avanti Pole Review by Simon Grace

Initial inspection of the kit was very impressive. There is a lot of kit for your money BUT nothing comes pre-prepared.

As there are NO reviews on the Avanti RSX1000 16m pole, I’ve put my money where my mouth is and made a quick YouTube clip.

Summary wise, this is a GOOD pole…in fact it’s a GREAT pole and don’t let the tackle tarts tell you otherwise. Yes, at 14.5+m you will be reliant on rollers! At 11-12m I was able to hold the pole myself unaided which felt really balanced and responsive. The sections all come off cleanly and as a totally new pole fisherman, my learning curve lasted about an hour and from that point I really started to enjoy the feel of the pole as it caught and brought in the fish. If you are on a budget, this is the pole for you. If you’re not…go mad! Poles can cost in excess of £1000 for a long one but I hear you can get decent 11m ones for the £600-£800. That’s still too much than I’m willing to pay but I’m a pleasure fisherman and today was VERY pleasurable.

With a pole, you have various top kits but only one rod so you only pay for the one…hence why I’m going again tomorrow! Bargain!

Maver Poles

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Prices 2023 – check at Maver Poles

Latest Maver Pole Range

MV-RXX 16m £3,999
MV-RXS 16m £2,699
MV-R4 16m £3,000
MV-R3 16m £2,599
MV-R2 16m £1,899
MV-R1 16m £1,499
MV-R X Power 13m £600
Signature Pro Power 1000 Pole £288
Definition XR 13m/14.5m £1,00 – £1,200
Definition XS 13m & 14.5m £750 – £850
MV-R competition 16m pole package £1,700
Oculus 7m margin pole £300
Reality 6m pole £83
Reality 9.5m margin pole £110
Signature 8m whip 350

Shimano Poles

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Shimano Poles are Back in the Game!

Shimano returns to the pole market with the long-awaited Aero range.

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The Aero Competition pole range has been many years in the making. Employing a dynamic development program conducted without compromise, the design team has maximised the use of Shimano’s leading carbon engineers.

Aero Pro Competition
Aero X7 Competition
Aero X5 Competition

The Shimano Aero Range is available in 13m and 16m lengths and augers Shimano’s return to dominance of the pole market.

Shimano’s Aero poles come with a choice of packages to suit all pockets and abilities.

Videos of Shimano Aero Poles

UK Fishing Licence

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Fishing Rod Licence

New Style Fishing Licence

You need a fishing rod licence to fish for salmon, trout, freshwater fish, smelt and eel with a rod and line in England (except the River Tweed), Wales and the Border Esk region of Scotland.

You need an additional licence to fish in the Thames.

You must always carry your rod licence when you’re fishing or you could be prosecuted. You can be fined up to £2,500 for fishing without a rod licence. Children under 12 don’t need a licence. However, if you take a child under 12 fishing and hold the rod or help hold it you must buy a licence for yourself.

Types of Fishing Licence

There are 2 types of licence:

trout, coarse fish and eel licences that let you fish for non-migratory trout, char, coarse fish, eel and smelt
salmon and sea trout licences that let you fish for salmon, sea trout and all of the fish in the licence above

Applying for your licence is easy.

Here’s what you need to do:

Pick the right licence. Decide if you need a Non-Migratory Trout & Coarse Licence or a Salmon & Sea Trout Licence. The Salmon & Sea Trout Licence is more expensive, but also covers you for Non-Migratory Trout & Coarse.
Choose the length. If your trip’s a one-off, consider the 1 or 8 day options. If you’re a regular angler, you can get cover for the full season.
Buy your licence. You can buy it online, in branch or by phone. Full contact details can be found in the right hand column.
Wait for it to arrive. Remember – you’re allowed to go fishing with your email confirmation.

Licence Concessions

Senior – for age 65+
Junior – for ages 12-16 inclusive
Disabled – for those in receipt of Disability Living Allowance (or Personal Independence Payment) and Blue Badge Holders. You’ll need your National Insurance number or Blue Badge number for your concession.

Golf Las Americas

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Yacht Holiday at Amarailla Golf Marina

Golfing Boat Holiday

The course which covers over 90 hectares of land is situated in the heart of Playa de Las Americas. One of the most notable features is its streams, ravines and lakes which cross the course. Water comes into play on the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th 12th, 13th, 17th and 18th holes. The clubhouse overlooks the 18th fairway and green and both the 1st and 10th tees are also located close to the clubhouse.

Renting Your Golf Clubs

Pick up your rental clubs at the airport or simply order online and they will deliver and collect your equipment for you. They have an extensive selection of club options available and the pricing is dependent on your dates of travel and your region.

Golf Club Hire Faro Airport

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Searching for Golf Club Hire Faro Airport? Why give yourself the hassle of getting your clubs through 2 airports.

Golf Club Hire Faro Airport at Blue Sky Golf Hire

Blue Sky Golf Rentals are specialists in delivering golf equipment direct to your accommodation whilst you are golfing abroad. They have first class golf equipment from top suppliers such as Taylor Made, Titleist, PING, Mizuno, Wilson and Powakaddy.