Thanks for the info, John....

I've recently acquired a centrepin (Ikonix) and have to admit to rather liking it. The first session I used 6lb line and a float rod, and managed to cast right across the Goyt (not a huge distance, admittedly). I've now put 10lb (could do with finding a source for spare spools...no luck so far) and will try for a barbel, either rolling meat or just a normal leger. I caught a nice chub from the Dorset Stour with it a couple of weeks ago, and enjoyed the whole experience.

Overruns when using a 2oz lead are a bit of a problem though, as I found out, and timing is critical.

Like you I can't see any point in using the finger to control the line during the cast, for the same reason you mention.

Paul4 from BFW makes rods with an extra eye at the butt end, so more line can be pulled through when casting.....

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Cheers,

Rich