Shimano Antares BX pole – any opinions please?

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    • 10/01/2011 at 8:03 pm #43966

      TF_canalman
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        Hi everyone,
        Been offered a good deal on a Shimano Antares BX 16m, – any opinions on what they are like?, whether they are any good?

      • 11/01/2011 at 7:46 pm #128197

        TF_canalman
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          just bumping this up in case anyone can help

        • 11/01/2011 at 8:27 pm #128207

          TF_carpmagic
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            Not the lightest pole but very stiff, even at 16m. Strength as with all shimano poles isnt an issue either.

          • 11/01/2011 at 8:57 pm #128209

            TF_canalman
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              Thanks Steve – So its hard work to hold at 16m for longer periods of time?

              At what length is it comfortable enough to hold for 5 hrs? – as I just been looking at Pole Compare and it does have rather heavy stats in comparison to other similar priced 16m Poles

              Also seen the speedmaster bx on a good deal – I’ll be using it for everything – what would be your preference Steve?

            • 12/01/2011 at 1:12 pm #128238

              TF_carpmagic
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                The Antares is a lot better than the speedmaster BX to be fair. I wouldnt say the Antares is hard work, id just say its heavier than other top end poles at 16m. Its also very stiff as i already said and the extra weight does help when fishing in a big wind.

              • 12/01/2011 at 7:33 pm #128289

                TF_canalman
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                  Thanks Steve – The Antares is now on its way.

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