Unlike the other guys I have been using Mainline baits for a relatively short time. Although I 'dabbled' with the Grange in the mid nineties (who didn't?!), it wasn't until about 6 years ago that I finally made the full transition from the darkside. Now, like the other guys, I am a confirmed Mainline 'lifer'.

It is true that very few people leave Mainline - unlike other bait companies it breeds a loyal and ever appreciative following. Years ago Chilly and Laney were always on at me to try the stuff out; I clearly remember their oft used phrase 'you won't believe how many more fish you will catch if you use Mainline'. Yeah right I used to think - they would say that wouldn't they?! Eventually I made the change and you know what?

They were absolutely right - suddenly I started catching MORE FISH! And I can assure you that I hadn't suddenly become a better angler! I guess I couldn't make a simpler or more clean cut recommendation than that - my catch rates went up and if you try any of the baits, so will yours!

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Caught my first carp on floating bread in 1985 and have fished as many weekends as I can ever since!

I work full time and have a demanding job. I joined Mainline in 2004 and can genuinely say that my catch rates increased as a result.