on 12/08/2008, Andrew Mawson supposed :
Don't know if they are about to disappear but 8 footers are a
menace, particularly in colder weather. They seem to have difficulty
striking, and get through more starters. Stick to 6 footers

5 foot are the cheapest and most common.

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Regards,
Harry (M1BYT) (L)
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