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Old 14-01-2010, 10:53 PM
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Hi guys was thinking of taking my brother pike fishing. We do a bit of carp fishing.
My question is whether 2&1/2 lb test curve rods, with 15lb main line strong enough to cope with dead baits for pike.
Sorry if its a bit of a stupid question, but not very experienced at coarse fishing, although I have fly fished for pike before.

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Old 14-01-2010, 11:05 PM
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More than enough just set your tension on your reels light .you can always tighten them while playing a fish.Don't rule out doing a it of spinning. It can be very exciting at times.



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18Ib minimum never lighter.
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18Ib minimum never lighter.

Yes minimum of 18lb, in weedy waters i use 30lb floating braid.

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what are the best locations in scotland to fish for pike.many thanks ray.
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Old 05-02-2010, 01:14 PM
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what are the best locations in scotland to fish for pike.many thanks ray.
The ones that don't get shared on public forums!

I'd suggest you join a club such as PAAS or PAC and meet up with some of the guys - this is definately the best way to go.

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the one i had a 28 from yesterday...
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