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Coarse match · Float rods · Our take
Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft Float Rod
13ft traditional float rod
A proper all-round float rod for traditional tactics, deeper water and everything from silverfish to bigger match lumps.
- 13ft traditional float rod for coarse and match fishing.
- Designed for deeper water and a wide range of fish sizes.
- Minima guides fitted throughout to reduce friction and aid casting distance.
- X Wrap carbon weave technology, flat EVA/cork handle and a seamless, balanced action.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft Float Rod, model P0060007.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A versatile, well-equipped float rod with a proper all-round brief and a sensible traditional character.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9.1/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching9/10
- Ease of Use8.8/10
- Value for Money8.7/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Coarse-match anglers. It covers traditional float work, deeper swims and a broad spread of target fish without being tied to one narrow tactic.
- All-round float anglers. The balanced build and traditional action make it a useful one-rod option for changing venues and mixed bags.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers fishing tiny, snaggy swims. Thirteen feet of rod can be a bit of a faff when space behind and above you is limited.
- Specialists chasing an ultra-fast float action. This rod is deliberately traditional and smooth rather than aimed purely at maximum crispness and instant recovery.
The lowdown
Introducing the Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft Float Rod
A proper all-round float rod for traditional tactics, deeper water and everything from silverfish to bigger match lumps.
- 13ft traditional float rod for coarse and match fishing.
- Designed for deeper water and a wide range of fish sizes.
- Minima guides fitted throughout to reduce friction and aid casting distance.
- X Wrap carbon weave technology, flat EVA/cork handle and a seamless, balanced action.
Quick verdict
A cracking all-round float rod
The Supera X 13ft is built for anglers who still love proper float fishing: waggler work, deeper swims and controlled presentation at sensible distances.
Its traditional action, balanced feel and broad fish-handling brief make it a very versatile match rod. It’s not the flashy choice for ultra-specialist pellet wagglers or heavy-duty margin bashing, but as an all-rounder it looks bob on.
A versatile, well-equipped float rod with a proper all-round brief and a sensible traditional character.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9.1/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 9/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.8/10
- Value for Money
- 8.7/10
X Wrap carbon weave technology, Minima guides and a carefully finished EVA/cork handle give it a convincing quality package.
The 13ft length, balanced build and seamless traditional action are well suited to controlled float fishing in deeper water.
Its smooth action and broad fish-handling remit should help you present naturally and keep pressure steady across mixed bags.
It’s a straightforward, versatile float rod, although the 13ft length needs a reasonably open swim.
For anglers wanting one quality rod to cover a wide range of traditional float situations, the all-round design gives it strong value appeal.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft Float Rod
There’s something properly satisfying about a good float rod. The rig lands quietly, the float settles, and you’re watching that tiny tip disappear rather than waiting for a screaming take. The Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft is aimed squarely at that sort of fishing. Proper traditional float work, not a one-trick bit of kit.
At 13ft, it gives you useful reach without wandering into silly long-rod territory. That extra length can be dead handy when you’re fishing deeper water, keeping line off the surface or trying to hold a float in a steady run. It also gives you a bit more control when the wind starts having a cheeky word.
Preston describes this as a true all-rounder, and that’s the central idea here. You’re not buying a rod built only for tiny silvers on a short whip-style line. Nor is it shouting that it’s solely for heavy pellet wagglers and lumps in the margins. It’s made to cover a decent spread of everyday coarse and match fishing.
The traditional action is important. Rather than feeling brutally tippy or overly aggressive, the rod is designed to work through the blank in a seamless way. That should help keep pressure smooth when a fish lunges near the net. Very useful when a nice roach turns into a surprise bonus bream, or a carp decides it fancies a float rig.
That broad fish-handling brief makes the Supera X appealing for mixed waters. One minute you could be nicking out silverfish on a conventional waggler. The next, you’re attached to something with a bit more shoulder. The rod is designed for all sizes of fish, so it’s aimed at anglers who want confidence without carrying a separate float rod for every possible swim.
The 13ft length should come into its own on deeper lakes, canals and larger commercial-style pegs where you need to mend or manage line at range. It won’t magically sort a poor cast or a badly plumbed swim, of course, but the extra reach and the Minima guides are there to help the float fish smoothly and get out with less fuss.
Those Minima guides are fitted throughout and are designed to reduce friction, helping casting distance. That’s a useful detail rather than mere tackle-box bling. Less resistance as the line runs can make a difference when you’re trying to feather a waggler into a tight area, especially with lighter float setups and a crosswind having a proper strop.
The build also brings X Wrap carbon weave technology, while the handle uses a flat EVA/cork design. The Supera X logo is engraved into the EVA section, giving it a tidy, purposeful finish. More importantly, the stated design focuses on superb balance, which matters when you’re holding a float rod for hours and searching a swim peg by peg.
There are limits, naturally. A 13ft rod needs room to work, so cramped margins, overhanging trees and tiny platforms could make it a bit of a faff. And if your fishing is all about a super-fast, specialist action, this traditional blank may feel more relaxed than you want. But for the angler after one cracking rod for classic float fishing, deeper water and mixed fish, the Supera X 13ft looks a very sensible bit of kit.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Model
- Preston Innovations Supera X 13ft Float Rod
- Model code
- P0060007
- Length
- 13ft
- Style
- Traditional float-fishing rod
- Guides
- Minima guides fitted throughout
- Handle
- Flat EVA/cork handle with engraved Supera X logo
Specs checked with Preston Innovations, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why this rod makes sense on the bank
The big appeal here is versatility. You’re getting a 13ft float rod aimed at classic coarse fishing rather than one narrow job. That makes it a handy choice when the lake, peg or target species can change through the day.
The traditional action should help keep pressure smooth when playing everything from small silverfish through to better carp, while the Minima guides are designed to keep friction down and help casting distance. For match anglers who want one float rod to cover plenty of swims, that’s a proper useful mix.
The rod itself
A traditional float rod with modern touches
The Supera X 13ft is built around traditional float fishing, with a seamless action and a stated focus on superb balance. That combination should make it comfortable for long spells of holding the rod, tracking a float and staying in touch with the rig.
Minima guides are fitted throughout. Their job is to reduce friction as the line travels through the rod, helping you cast more cleanly and reach a little further when the swim calls for it. The X Wrap carbon weave technology adds to the modern construction, while the flat EVA/cork handle keeps the contact point practical and familiar.
Worth knowing. The rod comes as a float rod only, with no additional components or accessories specified as included. You’ll need to pair it with your own reel, line, float and terminal tackle.
On the bank
Made for changing swims and mixed bags
This is a strong fit for match anglers who fish varied venues and don’t want a rod that only works in one narrow situation. The 13ft length is especially useful when the water is deeper or you need better control over line and float presentation.
It also suits the all-round pleasure angler. You can fish for silverfish, bream and other coarse species, then cope with a bigger surprise without the rod feeling completely out of its depth. Keep your tackle balanced and play fish smoothly, and the traditional action should help look after lighter hooklengths.
It’s less at home in cramped swims, dense margins or spots where a shorter rod is simply easier. Likewise, anglers who want an ultra-specialist, rapid float action may prefer something built around a sharper response.
Quick answers
What you need to know before buying
Yes, particularly for deeper water, longer float work and situations where you need to keep line off the surface. Just make sure your peg gives you enough room to use it comfortably.
It’s described as suitable for all sizes of fish, so it’s intended to cover mixed coarse fishing rather than just small silvers. Sensible hooklengths, a balanced reel and steady playing pressure still matter.
No. Match anglers will appreciate the versatility, but pleasure anglers wanting one traditional float rod for different venues should find the same broad remit useful.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Proper versatile 13ft length for deeper water and varied float work.
- Traditional, seamless action should be forgiving with mixed-size fish.
- Minima guides are designed to improve line flow and casting distance.
- X Wrap carbon weave technology and a nicely considered EVA/cork handle.
- A true all-rounder for anglers who don’t want a rod that only suits one method.
Worth knowing
- A 13ft rod can feel excessive in tight swims, overgrown margins or cramped pegs.
- The traditional action won’t be the first choice for anglers wanting a very crisp, specialist modern float rod.
- No extra components or accessories are specified as included.
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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.
01What type of float fishing is the Preston Supera X 13ft designed for?
What type of float fishing is the Preston Supera X 13ft designed for?
It’s designed for traditional float-fishing styles, with the length making it particularly useful in deeper water and for covering a range of coarse-fishing situations.
02What fish can the Supera X 13ft handle?
What fish can the Supera X 13ft handle?
It’s intended as an all-rounder suitable for all sizes of fish, from smaller silverfish through to larger coarse-fishing targets when played with sensible tackle and pressure.
03What do the Minima guides do?
What do the Minima guides do?
Minima guides are designed to reduce friction as line passes through the rod, which can help casting distance and give smoother line flow when fishing a float.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a cracking all-round float rod. The strongest reasons to choose it are proper versatile 13ft length for deeper water and varied float work. and traditional, seamless action should be forgiving with mixed-size fish.; the main trade-off is a 13ft rod can feel excessive in tight swims, overgrown margins or cramped pegs..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Proper versatile 13ft length for deeper water and varied float work.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Coarse-match anglers: It covers traditional float work, deeper swims and a broad spread of target fish without being tied to one narrow tactic.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “A 13ft rod can feel excessive in tight swims, overgrown margins or cramped pegs.”
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