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Predator tackle · Landing nets · Our take
Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net
Range review covering the 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m models
A proper predator net for roving anglers, with a fish-friendly rubber mesh, folding frame and a choice of handles from compact street work to long-reach canal and river duties.
- Available in 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m versions.
- The 1.8m model, NLN036, uses a two-section handle.
- Larger models have a 50cm by 60cm head; the short street net measures 40cm by 50cm.
- Fish-friendly rubberised mesh, carbon handle and Rage Camo finished foam on the handle and rim.
- Newer models float and add a rubber bung plus D-ring for a separate magnet.
Make sure it’s the right one. The Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net is a range rather than one single-size net. Check the handle length and head size before buying, as the short street model is smaller than the larger versions.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A well-thought-out predator net range with strong portability and useful handle choices.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.1/10
- Performance9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.8/10
- Ease of Use9.2/10
- Value for Money8.6/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Mobile lure anglers. The folding frame, belt clip and manageable carbon handle suit anglers walking the bank and covering water.
- Predator anglers fishing awkward pegs. The 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m options offer extra reach when the fish is below a towpath, canal edge or high bank.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers fishing tiny, tight urban swims. The larger heads and longer handles can become a bit cumbersome when branches, railings and snags are all around you.
- Anyone wanting a complete magnetic carry system. The D-ring is ready for a separate magnet, but the Fox Rage 5kg Net Magnet is an additional accessory.
The lowdown
Introducing the Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net
A proper predator net for roving anglers, with a fish-friendly rubber mesh, folding frame and a choice of handles from compact street work to long-reach canal and river duties.
- Available in 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m versions.
- The 1.8m model, NLN036, uses a two-section handle.
- Larger models have a 50cm by 60cm head; the short street net measures 40cm by 50cm.
- Fish-friendly rubberised mesh, carbon handle and Rage Camo finished foam on the handle and rim.
- Newer models float and add a rubber bung plus D-ring for a separate magnet.
Quick verdict
Verdict
This is a cracking bit of kit for lure anglers who want a net that travels neatly, handles a proper predator and treats the fish kindly. The rubberised mesh and folding design make loads of sense on a mobile session.
Pick the length around your usual venues. The 1.8m model is the handy street option, while the 2.4m and 3.7m versions give you much more reach from awkward pegs. The 5.5m is the specialist choice for serious height or distance.
A well-thought-out predator net range with strong portability and useful handle choices.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.1/10
- Performance
- 9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.8/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.2/10
- Value for Money
- 8.6/10
Carbon construction, rubberised mesh, finished foam and a folding frame give it a properly purposeful build.
The choice of reach and generous larger heads should cover a wide spread of predator swims.
Fish-friendly rubber mesh and easier access help make landing and handling less stressful.
The belt clip, folding design, straps and newer bung make carrying and deploying it straightforward.
The range offers useful specialist choices, although anglers may pay for reach and features they don’t need.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net
A landing net can be the bit of kit you only think about when a proper lump is wallowing beside the bank. That’s exactly when you don’t want a flimsy frame, a tiny head or a handle that feels like it belongs on a kid’s whip. The Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net is aimed squarely at predator anglers who need something ready for that moment.
This isn’t really a sit-behind-the-rods carp net. It’s made for the angler on the move. You’re walking a canal, checking locks, dropping a lure beside reedbeds or covering a river stretch, and the net needs to travel without turning the session into a carry-all faff. The folding frame and belt clip are a big part of that appeal.
There are four handle lengths in the range: 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m. That gives you a proper choice rather than forcing every angler into one compromise size. The 1.8m model, NLN036, is the short street option and uses a two-section handle. It’s the one that makes most sense for compact urban fishing and close work.
The larger models use a 50cm by 60cm head, giving you a decent target when a pike, perch or zander comes to the net in a bit of a flap. The short street net is smaller at 40cm by 50cm. That reduced head is easier to swing around railings, bushes and narrow towpaths, though it naturally gives you less room for a big, awkward fish.
Fox Rage has used lightweight, strong carbon for the handles. That matters more than you might think when you’re moving pegs all day. A long net can soon feel like a lump of scaffolding if it’s poorly balanced. Carbon helps keep the carry less tiring, while the longer 2.4m and 3.7m versions give you useful reach when the bank is high or the margins are cluttered.
The mesh is fish-friendly and rubberised, which is exactly the sort of construction you want for predator work. It’s kinder around fins, slime and hooks than a coarse mesh, and it should be less prone to turning a set of trebles into a full-on tackle tangle. Still, keep your forceps handy and don’t rush the unhooking bit. A net only makes that job easier if the rest of your kit is organised.
There’s some proper practical thinking in the carry details too. The handle and net rim use Rage Camo finished foam, giving the net a recognisable look and a cushioned feel in the hand. The frame folds over the net head to reduce the transport size, while the belt clip keeps it available instead of buried in a bag when a screaming take arrives.
The 2-piece and short models include wrist straps, which are dead handy when you’re climbing banks or moving between swims. Newer models also use a durable rubber bung to secure the folded net and add a D-ring for a separate magnet. That works nicely with the Fox Rage 5kg Net Magnet, although the magnet is an extra purchase rather than part of the net.
The newer nets are designed to float as well, which is a reassuring touch around canals and rivers. Nobody wants to watch their landing net disappear after a clumsy moment at the edge. You should still treat the float feature as backup rather than an excuse to leave the net dangling over deep water, but it adds a useful bit of security.
The main decision is simple: match the handle to the swim, not to the biggest fish you might dream of catching. The 1.8m is compact and nimble. The 2.4m and 3.7m versions are the versatile reach options. The 5.5m is for those proper specialist situations. Get that choice right and the Streetfighter looks like a spot-on companion for mobile predator fishing.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Models
- 1.8m, 2.4m, 3.7m and 5.5m
- Short model
- 1.8m, two-section handle; model NLN036
- Head size
- 40cm x 50cm on the short street net; 50cm x 60cm on larger models
- Handle construction
- Lightweight, strong carbon
- Mesh
- Fish-friendly rubberised mesh
- Carry features
- Folding frame, belt clip, wrist straps on the 2-piece and short models; newer models add a rubber bung and D-ring
Specs checked with Fox Rage, Oct 2026.
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Our take
The big angle
The Streetfighter is built around practical predator fishing rather than sitting behind static carp rods. Carbon handles keep the range light, the frame folds over the head for transport, and the rubberised mesh is much kinder around fins, hooks and slime than a coarse, scratchy net.
That makes it a particularly good fit for lure fishing where you might be walking miles, hopping between pegs and dealing with a fish at the water’s edge one minute, then a high bank or towpath the next. There’s less faff when the net is clipped to your belt and ready to grab.
The kit itself
Closer look
The Streetfighter combines a carbon handle with a folding net frame and rubberised mesh. The larger models have a 50cm by 60cm head, while the short street net is 40cm by 50cm. That’s a sensible spread: compact enough for street fishing, but roomy enough for a decent predator.
The folding action is the real transport win. The net head folds the handle over itself, reducing the awkward length when you’re walking or stowing it. Add the belt clip, and the net stays close at hand rather than hiding in the bottom of a rucksack.
Worth knowing. Newer models are designed to float and include a rubber bung to hold the folded frame securely. They also feature a D-ring for a separate magnet. The Fox Rage 5kg Net Magnet is listed as compatible, but you’ll need to buy that separately.
Choose your weapon
Who it suits
The 1.8m NLN036 is the obvious choice for street anglers working close quarters. It’s easier to manoeuvre around railings, brambles and narrow towpaths. The 40cm by 50cm head keeps the whole package compact, though you’ll want to guide bigger fish carefully.
The 2.4m and 3.7m versions make more sense on canals and rivers where the fish may sit below you or just out from the edge. That extra reach can save you leaning too far over the bank when a fish is ready to be bagged.
The 5.5m model is the specialist option. It’s aimed at situations where normal reach simply isn’t enough. For everyday close-range lure fishing, it may feel like overkill, but on a high bank it could be the difference between a controlled landing and a proper last-minute panic.
Quick answers
FAQs in full
Can you use it for pike? Yes. The rubberised, fish-friendly mesh is well suited to predator handling, provided you use proper unhooking kit and keep the fish supported and wet. The net is part of the process, not a substitute for good pike care.
Which version is the best all-rounder? The 2.4m or 3.7m models are the most flexible choices for mixed canal and river fishing. The 1.8m is better when compactness matters, while the 5.5m is for genuine long-reach work.
How should you carry it? Use the belt clip for quick access, and use the wrist strap on the short and 2-piece models when moving between pegs. Fold the frame and secure it with the rubber bung on newer versions so it doesn’t spring open in transit.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Fish-friendly rubberised mesh is a smart choice for predator handling.
- Carbon handles keep the range light and easy to carry while moving swims.
- Folding frame, belt clip and wrist straps make the net properly portable.
- Several handle lengths cover everything from street fishing to awkward, high-bank swims.
- Rage Camo foam around the rim and handle gives it a distinctive, grippy finish.
Worth knowing
- The long versions won’t suit every compact urban swim or cramped rucksack.
- A net magnet is separate, so you’ll need extra kit if you want magnetic carry.
- The larger head and longer handle can be more net than you need for small fish and tight spots.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Which Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net size should I choose?
Which Fox Rage Streetfighter Landing Net size should I choose?
Go for the 1.8m short model if you mainly fish close urban venues and want a compact net. The 2.4m or 3.7m versions are more versatile for canals, rivers and awkward banks. The 5.5m is aimed at situations where serious reach matters.
02Is the mesh suitable for pike and other predators?
Is the mesh suitable for pike and other predators?
The mesh is rubberised and designed to be fish-friendly, making it a sensible choice for handling predators. Keep the net wet, avoid dragging fish across the bank and sort your unhooking gear before the fish is in the mesh.
03Does the net float and can it be used with a magnet?
Does the net float and can it be used with a magnet?
Newer Streetfighter models are designed to float and include a D-ring for a separate magnet. The Fox Rage 5kg Net Magnet is listed as a compatible accessory, but it isn’t built into the net.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: verdict. The strongest reasons to choose it are fish-friendly rubberised mesh is a smart choice for predator handling. and carbon handles keep the range light and easy to carry while moving swims.; the main trade-off is the long versions won’t suit every compact urban swim or cramped rucksack..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Fish-friendly rubberised mesh is a smart choice for predator handling.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Mobile lure anglers: The folding frame, belt clip and manageable carbon handle suit anglers walking the bank and covering water.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “The long versions won’t suit every compact urban swim or cramped rucksack.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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