Hi,
my name is John and I live in London, I have just returned to freshwater fishing from many years in the salty stuff.
Initially I targeted the chalk streams of South London for small chub, dace, roach, perch and gudgeon using my LRF gear and some home made floats. the first thing I learned is that 4lb braid does not go well with brambles but there is some good fishing to be had.
Lately I have been exploring some of the side streams of the Medway, finding some big perch and bream forcing me to rethink my tackle. Rather than go the high tech route again I am planning to go for an 11 foot cane rod and centre pin reel for the bigger rivers, and this site looks an ideal place to start.
JW
Hi from London
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SkimmingTheCream
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Re: Hi from London
Welcome to the TFF John
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Welcome to the TFF, John! Homemade floats? Please show us some pictures!
Greetings from Bamberg
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A hearty welcome, Sir.
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Re: Hi from London
Welcome. Can I just say that a 10ft rod can perform very well whereas 11ft significantly increases the weight. But go your own way and discuss the yay'a and nah's on here 
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Welcome to the forum John.
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The most precious places in the English landscape are those secretive corners,
where you find only elder trees, nettles and dreams. (BB - Denys Watkins-Pitchford).
The most precious places in the English landscape are those secretive corners,
where you find only elder trees, nettles and dreams. (BB - Denys Watkins-Pitchford).
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Welcome sir your be glad you found this place!
Good luck for the rest of the season
Good luck for the rest of the season
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Hello John, welcome to the TFF