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Rods
Westin W3 Finesse T&C Rod89%

Westin

Westin W3 Finesse T&C Rod

Available in 7ft1 / 2.13m and 7ft6 models, with 5-15g and 7-21g casting options depending on the version.

A sharp, light lure rod for perch, zander and other predators, with the right sort of bite detection for finesse work without feeling weedy when a proper fish piles in.

  • Available in 7ft1 / 2.13m and 7ft6 lengths.
  • Casting ranges include 5-15g and 7-21g, depending on model.
  • Two-piece Torayca carbon blank with a fast, powerful action.
Bait & bag mixes
Mainline Essential Cell Boilies89%

Mainline

Mainline Essential Cell Boilies

Essential Cell Boilies

A proper all-round carp bait with a sweet, instantly recognisable profile and enough format choice to cover quick overnighters, longer campaigns and everything in between.

  • Available as shelf-life boilies in 10mm, 15mm, 18mm and 20mm sizes.
  • Shelf-life bags come in 1kg and 5kg options.
  • Freezer-bait sizes are 10mm, 15mm and 18mm, with 1kg, 5kg and 10kg bags available.
Feeders
Spomb Mini Spomb89%

Spomb

Spomb Mini Spomb

Black or white

Small, neat and surprisingly useful, the Mini Spomb gives coarse anglers a clean way to feed pellets, maggots, particles and more without turning the swim into a bait-splattered mare.

  • Unloaded weight is approximately 25 g, rising to around 85 g when fully loaded.
  • Available in black and white, with a 43 mm body width and 56 mm hinge width.
  • The patented body opens on water impact and releases the bait.
Landing nets
Preston Innovations Monster X Landing Net89%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Monster X Landing Net

Monster X Landing Net Handle

A proper commercial-water handle built for big fish, busy matches and those moments when a small landing net just won’t cut the mustard.

  • Designed for commercial-water fishing and landing large fish.
  • Available as a 2.5m Power Handle, 3m Power Handle or 3m Tele Handle.
  • The Power Handles are stiff, well balanced and take-apart designs.
Rods
Fox Rage Warrior Light Spin Rod88%

Fox Rage

Fox Rage Warrior Light Spin Rod

210cm / 5–15g

A tidy little lure rod for perch, zander and trout, with a lively tip, proper control and enough backbone for bigger surprises.

  • 5–15g casting weight range for light lure fishing
  • Available in 210cm and 240cm lengths
  • 210cm model is a current two-piece rod with a rod bag
Reels
Preston Innovations Centris NT 520 Reel91%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Centris NT 520 Reel

Long-distance feeder and coarse-match reel

A proper long-distance and feeder reel with the build, spool capacity and gearing to handle serious coarse fishing without turning every cast into a faff.

  • 5.0:1 gearing with 95cm of line retrieved per turn
  • 336g full aluminium reel with titanium carbon rotor and titanium shaft
  • Supplied with a full-specification aluminium spare spool
Rods
Preston Innovations Monster X Method Feeder Rod88%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Monster X Method Feeder Rod

12ft Monster X Method Feeder Rod

A proper long-range method feeder rod for bigger feeders, chunky commercials and river work. If your fishing sits around the 60–70m mark, this one looks bang on the money.

  • 12ft / 3.65m two-piece rod with a separate quivertip.
  • 60g casting weight, aimed at larger feeders and longer-distance fishing.
  • Supplied with 1.5oz, 2oz and 2.5oz quivertips.
Rods
Shimano Aero X1 Feeder Rod89%

Shimano

Shimano Aero X1 Feeder Rod

Aero X1 Precision Feeder — 10ft and 11ft versions

A smart, no-nonsense feeder rod with a cracking carbon blank, useful quiver tips and enough poke for proper coarse-fishing work.

  • Full-carbon blank with cork and EVA handle.
  • Two interchangeable carbon quiver tips are included.
  • Precision Feeder models come in 10ft and 11ft versions.
Reels

Daiwa

Daiwa 23 TDR QD 4012 Reel

23 TDR QD 4012

A proper match and feeder workhorse with a quick drag, shallow spool and the sort of smooth, controlled feel that makes busy coarse-fishing sessions a whole lot easier.

  • 4012-size coarse reel for match, feeder and commercial carp fishing
  • Quick-drag system for rapid adjustment during a fight
  • Shallow spool format helps keep line lay tidy and reduces unnecessary backing
Mainline
Preston Innovations Reflo Powerline Mono91%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Reflo Powerline Mono

Reflo Powerline Mono

A soft, clear and properly versatile monofilament for pole rigs, hooklengths and delicate coarse-fishing work.

  • Resin-impregnated monofilament designed for hooklengths and rig lines.
  • Very soft and supple, with high knot strength.
  • Clear, low-visibility finish for discreet presentations.
Lures
Savage Gear 3D Roach88%

Savage Gear

Savage Gear 3D Roach

18cm and 25cm versions, available in slow-sinking and moderate-sinking models

A lifelike, Line Thru soft lure with a cracking S-curve action. The Savage Gear 3D Roach is built for anglers hunting serious predators, not tiny perch tucked under the reeds.

  • Based on a 3D scan of a real roach for a highly recognisable prey-fish profile.
  • Three-section body, soft outer skin and pulsing side fins create an S-curve swimming action.
  • Available in 18cm at approximately 80g and 25cm at approximately 206g or 216g, depending on variant.
Lures
Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glider88%

Savage Gear

Savage Gear 3D Roach Shine Glider

3D Roach Shine Glider — standard slow-floating version

A proper roach-shaped glide bait with a wide roll, a tough TPE tail and a handy slow-float pause. Big-fish fare for anglers chasing predators on lure gear.

  • Available in 13.5cm/28g and 18cm/65g sizes.
  • Standard version is slow floating, with a listed medium diving depth of 1–2.5m.
  • Restricted kicking V-joint creates a wide gliding and rolling action.
Bait & bag mixes
Sticky Baits Krill Boilies90%

Sticky Baits

Sticky Baits Krill Boilies

The Krill Shelf Life Boilies

A proper meaty bottom bait with a big krill hit, handy shelf-life storage and sizes for everything from silver-fish avoidance to targeting a lump.

  • High inclusion of krill, a small shrimp-like marine crustacean.
  • Contains added predigested fishmeal and 25 different ingredients.
  • Available in 12mm, 16mm, 20mm and 24mm sizes.
Rods
Sonik Xtractor Cork Carp Rod89%

Sonik

Sonik Xtractor Cork Carp Rod

Sonik Xtractor Cork Carp Rod

A slim, part-telescopic carp rod with a cracking cork handle and loads of transport-friendly appeal. Here’s where the Xtractor Cork fits on the bank.

  • Part-telescopic carp rod design with a progressive power action.
  • Available in 6ft, 9ft and 10ft lengths, with test curves from 2.75lb to 3.5lb.
  • Transport lengths range from 74cm for the 6ft to 127cm for the 10ft.
Rods
Guru A-Class Float Rod89%

Guru

Guru A-Class Float Rod

13ft / 3.90m three-piece

A light, forgiving 13-footer built for wagglers, sliders and relaxed coarse fishing. Here’s where the Guru A-Class Float Rod shines — and where it might leave you wanting a bit more poke.

  • 13ft / 3.90m three-piece float rod for waggler and slider fishing.
  • 24/30T tensile carbon blank with a soft, forgiving through-action and progressive power.
  • Rod weight is 180g, with a stated line rating of 2–8lb.
Tools & sharpeners
Spomb Large Spomb91%

Spomb

Spomb Large Spomb

Large Spomb

Need to get a serious lump of bait out to the clip without half of it falling out mid-flight? The Large Spomb keeps things tidy, flies properly and opens on impact.

  • Approx. 60 g unloaded, rising to around 180 g when loaded with corn.
  • Measured maximum casting distance is 190 yards, or 173 metres, with the right tackle and conditions.
  • The patented design stays closed during the cast and opens fully on impact with the water.
Rods
Preston Innovations Monster Xtreme Distance Feeder Rod88%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Monster Xtreme Distance Feeder Rod

Monster Xtreme Distance Feeder Rod range

A proper long-range feeder tool for big venues, heavy feeders and anglers who’d rather punch one out than faff about fishing under their feet.

  • Available in 3.6m, 3.8m, 4.0m, 4.2m and 4.5m lengths.
  • Casting ratings run from 150g on the 3.6m model to 220g on the 4.5m.
  • The range uses strong blanks, distance Seaguide casting guides and screw-down reel seats.
Hooklinks
Korda Kamo Coated Hooklink90%

Korda

Korda Kamo Coated Hooklink

Korda Kamo Coated Hooklink

Tough, camouflaged and easy to strip, Korda Kamo Coated Hooklink gives you the control of a coated braid without making rig tying a right faff.

  • Super-tough coated braid with a camouflaged outer finish.
  • Highly abrasion-resistant inner braid for demanding lakebeds and snags.
  • The outer coating strips easily for combi-rigs and multi-rigs.
Reels
Shimano Ultegra XTE 14000 Reel89%

Shimano

Shimano Ultegra XTE 14000 Reel

Shimano Ultegra 14000 XTE

A cracking long-range reel with serious line capacity, a silky retrieve and enough grunt for big carp, big waters and chunky feeder work.

  • 4.3:1 gear ratio with 103 cm of line retrieved per handle turn
  • 20 kg / 44 lb maximum drag for powerful fish and heavy rigs
  • 585 g body weight with a CI4+ body and cold-forged aluminium spool
Reels
Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-C Reel88%

Daiwa

Daiwa Ninja LT 4000-C Reel

23 Ninja LT 4000-C

A cracking all-rounder for feeder, method and general coarse work, with a light feel, sensible gearing and enough drag to handle proper fish.

  • 23 Ninja LT 4000-C with a 5.2:1 gear ratio and 82cm retrieve per crank.
  • 270g body with a DS4 body and DS4 Airdrive Rotor.
  • ATD Type-L drag rated to a maximum of 12kg.
Rods
Guru Aventus Distance Feeder Rod90%

Guru

Guru Aventus Distance Feeder Rod

13ft and 14ft distance-feeder models

A long-distance feeder rod with serious casting poke, sensible tip choices and the finish you’d expect from Guru’s top-end match tackle.

  • Available in 13ft and 14ft three-section versions.
  • The 13ft model casts up to 150g and comes with 1.5oz, 2oz and 3oz tips.
  • The 14ft model casts up to 180g and comes with 2oz, 3oz and 5oz tips.
Reels
Daiwa N'ZON LT 5000-C Reel89%

Daiwa

Daiwa N'ZON LT 5000-C Reel

20 N'ZON LT 5000S-CP

A cracking long-cast feeder and coarse reel with the line capacity, drag and retrieve to cover a lot of water without feeling like a brick on the rod.

  • The 20 N'ZON LT 5000S-CP has a 4.7:1 gear ratio and retrieves 79cm of line per handle turn.
  • It weighs 290g and carries a maximum drag rating of 12kg.
  • The LC Long Cast ABS forged aluminium spool is designed for controlled, longer casts.
Rods
Preston Innovations Supera X Feeder Rod89%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Supera X Feeder Rod

Available in 9ft, 10ft, 11ft and 12ft models

A cracking range of feeder rods covering short-range commercials right through to longer casts beyond 60 metres. Here’s which Supera X model fits your fishing.

  • Four lengths are available: 9ft, 10ft, 11ft and 12ft.
  • Every rod uses X-Wrap carbon-weave technology, a progressive to soft-progressive action and Minima guides.
  • Each model comes with three carbon quiver tips matched to its length.
Reels
Shimano Aero XR C5000 Reel92%

Shimano

Shimano Aero XR C5000 Reel

C5000

A seriously capable coarse-match reel with the speed, capacity and spool options to cover feeder work, big rivers and proper stillwater margins.

  • 250 g reel with a lightweight CI4+ body and CI4+ Magnumlite asymmetrical rotor.
  • 4.7:1 gearing delivers 80 cm of line per handle turn, giving a useful mix of power and speed.
  • Comes with a spare spool, line reducer and an extra reducer aimed at braid feeder fishing.
Rods
Daiwa N'ZON S Feeder Rod89%

Daiwa

Daiwa N'ZON S Feeder Rod

N'ZON S Feeder Rod range

A crisp, versatile feeder rod range for match anglers who want proper control, tidy casting and enough poke for modern coarse fishing.

  • HVF Nanoplus carbon blanks with Seaguide guides and LS rings.
  • Supplied with two carbon quiver tips for adjusting bite detection and casting style.
  • 10ft, 11ft and 12ft models cover lighter feeder work, while the 13ft range reaches up to 180g casting weight.
Hooklinks
Korda Dark Matter Braid90%

Korda

Korda Dark Matter Braid

Korda Dark Matter Braid

A heavy, supple braid that gets down quickly, hugs the lake bed and keeps your hooklink nicely tucked away. Handy stuff for bags, bottom baits and a whole load of everyday carp rigs.

  • Available in 15lb, 20lb and 30lb breaking strains.
  • Each spool contains 20m of tightly woven braid.
  • Heavy and super-supple, with a green-and-silt camouflage finish.
Tools & sharpeners
ESP Distance Sticks90%

ESP

ESP Distance Sticks

ESP Wrap Sticks (ETWS001)

A proper little distance-marking kit for anglers who want repeatable casts, clear clip-up points and less messing about on the bank.

  • Two 46 cm stainless-steel wrap sticks are included.
  • Three dayglow acrylic markers are engraved 1, 2 and 3.
  • Line-friendly retention grooves help stop the line slipping.
Brollies & shelters
Trakker Tempest Brolly 10089%

Trakker

Trakker Tempest Brolly 100

One-man brolly shelter

A lightweight, quick-to-live-with brolly for the angler who wants solid weather cover, decent storage and less faff on the bank.

  • Designed around one bedchair with useful storage space around it.
  • Twin rear vents help airflow and reduce condensation.
  • Made from waterproof, durable 210D polyester.
Bait & bag mixes
Dynamite Baits Marine Halibut Groundbait88%

Dynamite Baits

Dynamite Baits Marine Halibut Groundbait

Marine Halibut Groundbait · 1kg · DY013

A proper fishmeal-heavy mix for feeder anglers who want a meaty feed signal, plenty of oil and the flexibility to carry particles or make sticky balls.

  • Product code DY013, supplied in a 1kg pack.
  • Contains Super G pre-digested fishmeal, ground-down Marine Halibut pellets, fish oils, essential amino acids and fatty acids.
  • Designed for cage and open-end feeders, with enough flexibility for particle carrying and sticky bait balls.
Feeders
Spomb Midi Spomb89%

Spomb

Spomb Midi Spomb

Midi Spomb

A smaller Spomb with proper long-range manners. Handy for carp and coarse anglers who want accurate baiting without launching a massive load every time.

  • 42g unloaded, rising to around 130g when loaded with corn.
  • Recommended with rods around 4lb–5lb test curve and tapered leaders from 15lb–45lb.
  • Patented design opens on impact, releasing the contents instantly.
Bite alarms
Delkim Txi-D Bite Alarm90%

Delkim

Delkim Txi-D Bite Alarm

Txi-D original and Txi-D v2

A compact wireless alarm with vibration sensing, loads of tone control and some genuinely useful security tricks. Here’s who the Delkim Txi-D suits on the bank.

  • Patented vibration sensing and digital signal processing are designed to give clear, controlled bite indication.
  • Built-in digital radio includes a range-test function for checking the connection before bite-time.
  • An IMU movement sensor adds a security feature by detecting movement of the alarm.
Rods
Shimano Aero X5 Feeder Rod89%

Shimano

Shimano Aero X5 Feeder Rod

Precision Feeder 10ft, with the Distance Feeder models also available in 12ft and 13ft

The Aero X5 Feeder range covers everything from tidy 10ft commercials work to longer-distance feeder chucking. The Precision 10ft is the sweet spot for loads of everyday coarse fishing.

  • Precision Feeder 10ft model code: AEX5PRFDR10
  • 10ft rod with two main sections, plus quiver tips
  • 60g casting weight and recommended for distances up to 40m
Landing nets

Drennan

Drennan Polyball Landing Net

Drennan Polyball Landing Net

A proper coarse-match landing net that keeps its head up, moves nicely through the swim and doesn’t make the final few seconds of a match a right faff.

  • Floating polyball frame helps the net stay on the surface while you guide the fish in.
  • Designed with coarse and match fishing in mind, rather than heavy-duty specimen work.
  • Soft netting is suited to silverfish, skimmers, small carp and general commercial-fishery catches.
Reels
Shimano Baitrunner ST 10000 RB87%

Shimano

Shimano Baitrunner ST 10000 RB

ST 10000 RB

A proper old-school Shimano Baitrunner with a big spool, sensible free-spool control and enough line capacity for serious coarse and carp work.

  • 10000-size rear-drag Baitrunner reel weighing 555g.
  • Baitrunner free-spool system with a 4.6:1 gear ratio.
  • Aluminium AR-C spool with 87cm line retrieve per handle turn.
Reels
Daiwa 23 Ninja LT89%

Daiwa

Daiwa 23 Ninja LT

Daiwa 23 Ninja LT

Light, smooth and nicely versatile, the Daiwa 23 Ninja LT covers everything from float work and feeder fishing to lighter method and margin carp duties.

  • Seven sizes cover light float work through to heavier feeder and lighter carp applications.
  • Weights run from 210g to 365g, depending on the model.
  • The range uses Daiwa’s Tough Digigear, ATD Type-L drag and LC-ABS aluminium spool.
Rods
Preston Innovations Monster Xtreme Feeder Rod89%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Monster Xtreme Feeder Rod

Monster Xtreme Feeder Rod range

A proper long-range feeder rod range for heavy baskets, big rivers and chucking beyond the usual range without losing that lovely progressive fish-playing feel.

  • Available in 3.6m, 3.8m, 4.0m, 4.2m and 4.5m lengths.
  • Casting weights run from 150g to 200g, depending on the model.
  • Supplied with 3oz, 4oz and 6oz quivertips.

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