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Post by philpot on Aug 5, 2013 12:16:26 GMT
While I have been away on hols, I called in the tackle shop in Saxmundam. They had just taken delivery of a load of Savage items and the nets simply stood out. I have seen one before as esoxuk/Phil had bought one, so into the pocket and bought a Large model with the intention of going back in to buy the tele handle once they had sorted the price so I have a shore/bank option. To cut a long story short, I could not buy the tele handle on it's own so bought an X-Large net with the tele handle. Nothing short of brilliant.  The handle can be slid through the frame and net folded for compact storage   By setting the net further forward and using only one of the button locks, the net can be folded and flicked into action very fast. This would also ensure any lively fish could be locked away by folding the net over and carrying your catch in safety if on the bank.   In my honest opinion these are extremely versatile landing nets with very useful applications in kayak fishing and are built to last. One last point, the mesh is rubber so NO fraying of fibre mesh, NO nasty deseases to be carried from one place to another, NO hooks getting stuck in net fibres. £36 for the small and £40 for the large Hopefully going to Sweden on a pike fishing trip next spring so the X-Large net may be very handy.  Phil |
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Post by Izzetafox on Aug 5, 2013 16:26:02 GMT
What is the width across the front of the net Phil?
What size pike do you think it would handle.
I know the PAC prefer the rubber nets as being kinder to the fish.
Terry
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Post by philpot on Aug 5, 2013 20:40:17 GMT
The sizes are 475 x 640 for the large and 660 x 810mm for the x -large. As to what size pike you can get in each size---------------------------------------------------------------I will let you know when I have got some big ones in the net  Phil Eaton has already christened his with a good fish which is the standard large size so he could tell you better although the shop said a twenty would fit in the standard large, I have my doubts though. |
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2013 8:06:32 GMT
I have been using the large net for a while now on my boat. It easily took care of a 22lb fish. No problems with hooks catching up in the net either.
Ian
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Post by philpot on Aug 6, 2013 9:01:25 GMT
I have been using the large net for a while now on my boat. It easily took care of a 22lb fish. No problems with hooks catching up in the net either. Ian Good feedback, thanks Ian. Phil |
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Post by Daz on Aug 6, 2013 14:24:41 GMT
if you catch an easy going fish, chin them as i think its much better for the fish  |
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Post by philpot on Aug 6, 2013 14:54:10 GMT
I would agree Daz but I am still learning the art of pike chinning and if I go to Sweden next year, there are some pretty BIG pike there.
Phil
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Post by Deleted on Aug 6, 2013 15:28:15 GMT
I do generally chin fish and agree it is better for the fish, but this was a lightly hooked lure caught PB that I was scared of losing.
Ian
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Post by Daz on Aug 6, 2013 16:45:02 GMT
ive netted pike many times, some times they just do not want to be chinned |
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Post by Yakkin Sam on Aug 6, 2013 18:17:45 GMT
I've used a Fox predator net for years for my saltwater lure fishing (until the salt finally chewed it up last year). for my Pike I use a Spro rubber coated net, those savage gear nets do look very nice.
I don't mind chinning Pike but bigger fish I generally net, unhook and leave in the net (in the water) whilst I quickly get the camera ready.
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Post by esoxuk on Aug 6, 2013 23:09:43 GMT
The nets are rubber coated mesh, so are fish safe and the large one will take a twenty for sure. Lets be honest, a Uk twenty is a rare beast and there's much more chance of single figure fish especially with the smaller lures generally thrown from a kayak.
Chinning is good but when there's a flying treble or a mouth full of lure its better to be cautious and use a net and as said earlier they are handy for resting a tired fish or while setting up for a photo.
Phil
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Post by philpot on Aug 7, 2013 7:16:03 GMT
The nets are rubber coated mesh, so are fish safe and the large one will take a twenty for sure. Lets be honest, a Uk twenty is a rare beast and there's much more chance of single figure fish especially with the smaller lures generally thrown from a kayak. Chinning is good but when there's a flying treble or a mouth full of lure its better to be cautious and use a net and as said earlier they are handy for resting a tired fish or while setting up for a photo. Phil Just to clarify Phil The large net being the smaller one of the two sizes ? |
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Post by esoxuk on Aug 7, 2013 7:38:25 GMT
Yes the smaller is the large and the larger one is the extra large..... which is odd because I dont think they sell a medium or small. The xl net is a very big net, I know a couple of bank anglers who bought them and later downsized to the large.
Phil
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Post by JGE on Nov 14, 2014 18:24:58 GMT
The XL looks like a pretty big net. Is it not awkward using such a large net in a kayak? In addition, are two hands required to unfold the net??
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Post by Izzetafox on Nov 14, 2014 18:49:59 GMT
The XL looks like a pretty big net. Is it not awkward using such a large net in a kayak? In addition, are two hands required to unfold the net?? It IS big and it IS awkward but it is a great net if you ever do get a BIG girl.  One thing I will say is how great they are with lure hooks, they come out so easily but I do have to say it is amazing how often the hook gets caught in the orange material. So's Law I guess. Terry |
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Post by philpot on Nov 14, 2014 18:52:06 GMT
I tend to use the smaller net on the kayak although I have used the large one but it is better designed for bank or boat use. You can use folded with a bit of a knack, it is not too difficult and the space saving on a kayak is a real bonus. These two nets have been used many times since I bought them and I can say they have worked very well for me and others who own them.
Phil
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