{"title":"Specimen","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"specimen-mono","title":"Edge Tackle Specimen Mono","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"woocommerce-product-details__short-description\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial surface treatment helps to cut through water’s surface easily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupple with excellent casting performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra tough and durable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlightly harder than SINKING Mono – improved abrasion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedium Stretch helps with spotting bites but provides an excellent cushion when playing fish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParallel wound 300m spools to produce a smoother line.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReliably high knot strength with a wide variety of knots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e300m and 600m spool sizes to help suit various reel capacities, reduce wastage and so improves value for money.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark Olive green colour.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecimen Mono is genuinely formulated for big fish work under demanding conditions and situations. It is designed primarily as a sinking line but can be made to float if coated or sprayed. But, straight off of the spool, is best suited to bottom work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a medium stretch line similar to SINKING MONO and which doesn’t stretch so much like some others and mask bites at distance. However, it has all the stretch needed to help with absorbing the lunges of even the biggest fish which is important when fish are under the rod top.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very tough, durable and long lasting line which is slightly harder and more abrasion resistant than SINKING MONO but still remains supple. Its formulation is very well suited to the rigours of big fish work whether they be river barbel or specimen lake carp. Also bear in mind that thicker lines will be (generally speaking) more abrasion resistant than thinner lines simply because there is more material. So the 15lb is more abrasion resistant than 12lb, 12lb is more abrasion resistant than 10lb etc. The other thing is that if you soak your line (prior to fishing or even during a session) it will become more supple and ‘softer’. Nylon is Hygroscopic. This also means that it can dry out and have the opposite effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt ties up extremely well and can be used with a wide variety of common knots from Grinner, Palomar, Half Blood, Water and No-Knot. It has a very good knot strength and, with well tied knots, should easily achieve the rated B\/S. Ultimately though different knots can produce different results. For what it’s worth we calibrated it with the common 5 turn Grinner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s parallel wound on the 300m spools to keep the line as smooth as possible and vastly reduce the possibility of overlaps, ripples and the compression which can be associated with some ‘cross’ line winding processes – especially on small diameter spools. This then helps to keep it soft and supple and provides excellent casting performance especially at distance. This process is very slow and obviously costs more. It’s also why the much bigger 600m spools cannot yet include this feature. But these are supplied on much bigger diameter spools so there are fewer coils per 100m anyway. This ensures that the line is as smooth as it can be and still superior to many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing available in either 300m or 600m spools means you can load a typical capacity ‘specimen’ type reel with just the required amount and with the bigger 600m spool fill 2 typical spools. Obviously, the amount you put on or can put on your reel depends on the chosen line size and its diameter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range of breaking stains cover the most commonly required sizes for specimen work from 6lb to 15lb. However, even the 6lb and 8lb sizes are not overly thick as, generally, our Specimen mono is likely thinner when comparing B\/S per diameter to some other brands. This makes it very good for heavy duty trotting when targeting barbel in fast flows. And obviously easier to cast with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour is dark olive and so would lighten slightly with continual use and the bleaching effect of sunlight. This is completely normal. Unless the line has had lots of use and it is probably time to change it anyway the knot strength remains high despite some colour fade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edge Tackle","offers":[{"title":"6.0lb - 0.23mm \/ 300m","offer_id":53973268463954,"sku":"LNCSP306","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.0lb - 0.26mm \/ 300m","offer_id":53973268496722,"sku":"LNCSP308","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10lb - 0.28mm \/ 300m","offer_id":53973268529490,"sku":"LNCSP310","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12lb - 0.31mm \/ 300m","offer_id":53973268562258,"sku":"LNCSP312","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb - 0.33mm \/ 300m","offer_id":53973268595026,"sku":"LNCSP315","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.0lb - 0.23mm \/ 600m","offer_id":53973268627794,"sku":"LNCSP606","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8.0lb - 0.26mm \/ 600m","offer_id":53973268660562,"sku":"LNCSP608","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10lb - 0.28mm \/ 600m","offer_id":53973268693330,"sku":"LNCSP610","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12lb - 0.31mm \/ 600m","offer_id":53973268726098,"sku":"LNCSP612","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb - 0.33mm \/ 600m","offer_id":53973268758866,"sku":"LNCSP615","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1090\/3112\/9426\/files\/specimen-mono-300.jpg?v=1783697665"},{"product_id":"edge-specimen-landing-net","title":"Edge Tackle Specimen Landing Net","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRigid D shaped aluminium frames\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8mm x 10mm aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 10mm (approx.) side mesh with 8mm (approx.) base mesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeeper net depth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger sized \u0026amp; strong spreader blocks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual screws both sides (4 in total) to provide rigidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50cm (20”) and 55cm (22”)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOlive green meshes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric rims allow drainage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are the largest sized Edge landing net heads. Specimen are deliberately designed with a larger 10mm side mesh to help when used in rivers and with a slightly softer 8mm base mesh These are deeper than the Carp or Match nets simply because they are likely to be used to net even larger fish. James has netted several good barbel (estimated to double figures) with these very nets – unfortunately for him just not in matches !!! Even the 55cm (22”) can fit into the Edge Carp keepnets if needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edge Tackle","offers":[{"title":"20\" (50cm) Net","offer_id":53973270757714,"sku":"NLSP50","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"22\" (55cm) Net","offer_id":53973270790482,"sku":"NLSP55","price":22.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1090\/3112\/9426\/files\/edge-specimen-net-1.jpg?v=1783697684"},{"product_id":"fluorocarbon-pure-specimen-carp","title":"Edge Tackle Fluorocarbon Pure Specimen Carp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePREMIUM-GRADE JAPANESE FLUOROCARBON\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA real Fluorocarbon – not a coated nylon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWithstands UV sunlight exceptionally well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDenser and heavier than nylon monos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurprisingly supple but stiffer than nylon and stiffer than our standard Fluorocarbon Pure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable and abrasion-resistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard stretch which provides an excellent shock absorber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh knot strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5-part spool with protective flanges and central button\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40m spool sizes which are compact and fit most tackle boxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear line with a refractive index close to that of water making it almost invisible in water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorocarbon Pure Specimen Carp differs from our other Fluorocarbon Pure but is still a superior grade Fluorocarbon and not a coated nylon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorocarbon resists sunlight much more than nylon lines and does not degrade the same. It also does not absorb water like nylon, so it is excellent when leaving a rig in water for many hours and overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorocarbon’s specific gravity of approximately 1.78 is much higher than nylon, so it is denser and heavier and lays better on the bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluorocarbon is stiffer than nylon, and Fluorocarbon Pure Specimen Carp is even stiffer than our other Fluorocarbon. This makes it perfect for many common rigs, including Stiff “D” rigs, combi rigs with braid and even boom sections. This stiffness also enhances its anti-tangle and anti-eject properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite its relative stiffness, it ties up extremely well and can be used with various common knots from Grinner, Palomar and even the No-Knot. It has reliable strength for knots that are well tied and lubricated, but, as is normal, different knot types provide differing degrees of strength. Fluorocarbon does not like heat caused by friction, so unlike nylon, which can often be knotted very successfully without wetting, Fluorocarbon benefits from wetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA durable, abrasion-resistant line and long-lasting for its type. Its formulation makes it a superb rig and hooklength line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a good degree of stretch for its type and helps absorb the lunges of fish, especially when under the rod top and at netting range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing available in 40m spools means it is extremely good value for money when most comparable Fluorocarbons only offer as little as 20m. With short rigs, you often waste as much line as you use because you need a certain amount of line in your hands to tie the rig properly, so now you can tie up many more rigs per spool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe four diameters and breaking stains cover the most commonly required sizes for various specimen and carp fishing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Edge Tackle","offers":[{"title":"10lb - 0.32mm","offer_id":53973287928146,"sku":"LNCSPFC410","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12lb - 0.35mm","offer_id":53973287960914,"sku":"LNCSPFC412","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"15lb - 0.40mm","offer_id":53973287993682,"sku":"LNCSPFC415","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18lb - 0.42mm","offer_id":53973288026450,"sku":"LNCSPFC418","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1090\/3112\/9426\/files\/Specimen-Fluoro-15lb.jpg?v=1783697815"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1090\/3112\/9426\/collections\/specimen.jpg?v=1785084991","url":"https:\/\/cadencefishing.co.uk\/collections\/specimen.oembed","provider":"Cadence Fishing UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}