Hi Gaz, i fish the Ribble regular in the season and have had my pb out of there being a
10lb barbel. I can't help ya out with the feeder rod as i've never used one of them. I have the greys prodigy barbel rod.
Bait wise i use
Teme Severn - Bait, Pellets, Boilies, Impact Lamprey i am a bait consultant for them and it is wicked barbel bait especially the lamprey boiles. So any info on bait ya need give us a shout. Last year i was a member of ribchester anglers and they have some very good stretches of the ribble. So have a look at getting your name on waiting list for them, you won't regret it. There are day tickets from Dewhurst farm stretch and also the bonsai stretch. Like i said anymore info needed please dont hesitate to get in touch. Good luck!
regards
Wendy