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1326 results

Rods

90%

Daiwa

Daiwa Tournament SLR Feeder Rod

11ft, 12ft and 13ft models

A sharp, lightweight feeder rod range with proper long-range intent, versatile quiver tips and the build quality match anglers expect from Daiwa’s Tournament badge.

Available in 11ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths, with casting weights from 90g through to 150g depending on the model.
The 11ft version is a two-piece rod weighing 192g, while the 12ft two-piece weighs 199g and casts up to 120g.
The 12ft three-piece weighs 203g, casts up to 90g and has a shorter 127cm closed length for easier transport.

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Tackle storage

89%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Inception Station

Graphite Edition P0120017 and Blue Edition P0120026

A proper match-fishing seatbox with smart storage, a stable footprint and enough room to keep your session tidy rather than rummaging through a tackle mountain.

56cm high, 76cm wide and 57–80cm deep
16.22kg overall weight
Mag-Lok 2 Drawer Unit plus a 26mm shallow tray on runners

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Lures

89%

Fulling Mill

Fulling Mill Pike Fly Selection

12-fly selection · Product code 995580

A cracking dozen pike flies in one tidy box, with big predator patterns covering bright, natural and flashy water.

12 pike flies in total, with two of each listed pattern.
Six patterns: Dougies Perch, Mackerel Sparkler, Tinsel Town Silver, UV Flashtail Whistler, Dougie’s Roach and Yellow FM.
Supplied in a lightweight Fulling Mill Xtreme Box with a non-rust hinge.

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Rods

90%

Shimano

Shimano Zodias Spinning Rod

Spinning rod range

A sharp, lightweight lure rod range with the feel and backbone to make perch, zander and pike fishing properly enjoyable.

Multiple spinning lengths from 1.93m to 2.29m.
Two-piece construction across the listed spinning models.
Lure ratings run from 2–7g through to 7–28g, depending on model.

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Tools & sharpeners

90%

RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey Nite Glo Strip 'n' Snip Scissors

RMT439

A neat little bit of terminal-tackle kit that cuts, strips and helps with hooklink tying without hogging room in your box.

Model/product ID: RMT439
Compact slim-profile design for tackle-box storage
Integrated braid stripper, puller loop and puller peg

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Tools & sharpeners

87%

RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey CrimPanZee

A clever dual-pan toastie maker with interlocking edges, a sliding hinge and a cracking little carry case. Just don’t take it anywhere near an induction hob.

Dual pans with interlocking tooth edges for sealing the toastie.
Adjustable sliding hinge helps with crimping and loading.
Lightweight die-cast aluminium body with a PFOA-free non-stick coating.

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Tackle storage

88%

NGT

NGT Dynamic Tackle Box

Carp tackle box

A double-sided tackle box with rig storage, winders and loads of little compartments. Proper handy for keeping terminal tackle under control on the bank.

Double-sided plastic tackle box measuring 34.5 × 24 × 5.5 cm.
Six magnets secure the box, with a clear internal divider separating the storage sides.
EVA rig board holds around 20 made-up hair rigs and comes with seven small and five large orange EVA winders.

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Tools & sharpeners

87%

Nash

Nash Bushwhacker Baiting Pole

15m Bushwhacker Baiting Pole · T2076

A proper long-range baiting tool for carp anglers who want to feed accurately at distance, quietly and with far less faff than a boat or catapult.

15m overall length from 10 x 1.5m fibreglass sections.
Reaches distances up to 45m, depending on the swim and angle.
Self-floating baiting spoon holds approximately 1kg of bait.

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Rods

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Abu Garcia

Abu Garcia Beast X Pike Casting Rod

Beast X Pike Casting Rod — review covers the 2-piece range, including 702 MH, 662 HP Jerk and 802 XXH variants.

A proper pike stick for big lures, hard hits and anglers who’d rather bring serious power than faff about with an under-gunned blank.

2-piece casting rods designed for big pike and heavy lures.
Fast-action 30T carbon blank with a stiff, powerful spine.
Available variants include the 702 MH, 662 HP Jerk and 802 XXH.

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Reels

89%

Daiwa

Daiwa Fuego LT 2500

2500D

Light in the hand, properly well equipped and built for lure work, the Daiwa Fuego LT 2500 is a smart choice for perch, chub and lighter pike fishing.

195g 2500D body for light lure setups
5.3:1 gear ratio with 75cm retrieve per crank
ZAION-V body and rotor with a forged aluminium spool

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Rods

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Greys

Greys Prodigy GT4 Specialist Rod

A proper all-rounder for bigger coarse fish, with enough backbone for a lump but a progressive action that keeps the fight lively.

3K-UD high-modulus woven carbon-fibre blank with Carbon Armour finish.
Classic Prodigy progressive action for a balanced blend of power and fish-playing feel.
Available in 10ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths, with test curves from 2.75lb to 3.5lb depending on model.

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Reels

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Daiwa

Daiwa Legalis LT 4000-C Reel

2023 Daiwa Legalis LT 4000-C

The Daiwa Legalis LT 4000-C brings a tidy 4000-size package, a smooth front drag and plenty of useful features without making your match or feeder setup feel like a lump.

230 g 2023 model with a lightweight Zaion V carbon composite body and rotor.
5.2:1 gear ratio with 82 cm of line retrieved per handle turn.
ATD Type-L front drag with a maximum drag setting of 12 kg.

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Tools & sharpeners

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RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch

VRH300X Pro USB Rechargeable Headtorch

Five light colours, a wide beam and USB-C charging make this a very handy bit of kit for night fishing, tying rigs and generally finding stuff in the dark.

Five light colours: white, red, green, orange and violet.
Variable brightness from 1 to 200 lumens, with a frosted wide beam and direct main beam.
2000mAh lithium-ion battery with USB-C charging and an integral port cover.

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Tools & sharpeners

89%

RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey MarkaLite

RidgeMonkey MarkaLite RM480

A bright, rechargeable marker light with a clever dusk sensor, remote control and serious range. The RidgeMonkey MarkaLite looks built for anglers who want less faff when fishing a spot after dark.

USB-C rechargeable 2200mAh lithium-ion battery with up to 200 hours of continuous use.
Four selectable colours: red, green, purple and white.
Light sensor switches the MarkaLite on at dusk and off at dawn.

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Tackle storage

87%

NGT

NGT Rig Box 950 Chod & Zig

A compact little rig box with 10 large EVA winders, built to keep chod and zig rigs separated, protected and ready to fish.

Made from durable plastic for protecting pre-tied rigs in transit.
Includes 10 large EVA rig winders.
Designed specifically for storing chod and zig rigs without tangling.

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Landing nets

89%

Fox Rage

Fox Rage Speedflow II Net

Speedflow II range — rigid Compact, Large and X-Large, plus foldable Medium and Large models

A smart range of lure-fishing nets with fish-friendly rubber mesh, clever folding options and a flattened front lip that makes landing a lively pike, perch or zander a lot less clumsy.

Available as rigid Compact, Large and X-Large models, with approximate frame diameters of 59cm, 74cm and 90cm.
Rigid versions have retractable handles for easier transport and storage.
Foldable Medium and Large models use a hinged rim, push-button folding system and rubberised mesh.

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Tools & sharpeners

91%

RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey Vault C-Smart Wireless Powerpack

Classic green and camo

A big-capacity powerpack with wireless charging, USB-C PD and a handy 12V socket. Pricey, yep — but this is serious kit for longer sessions and gadget-heavy angling.

266Wh capacity, with a premium-grade lithium polymer battery
60W USB-C Power Delivery input and output
12V DC socket rated up to 13A / 156W

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Luggage & bags

86%

NGT

The NGT QuickFish Rucksack brings 65 litres of organised storage, bankstick holders and a hard-wearing vinyl base to the bank. Handy for mobile carp and coarse anglers who like to keep their kit together.

65-litre overall capacity with a six-compartment design.
The main compartment is split by a zip into two sections, giving you better control over tackle and clothing.
A vinyl base adds durability and helps resist moisture from wet banks.

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Feeders

90%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations ICS In-Line Banjo XR Feeder

ICS In-Line Banjo XR Feeder

A clever, weight-forward feeder for carp, F1s and skimmers when you want to get bait out there and keep it tucked in tight.

Designed for carp, skimmers and F1s.
Weight-forward construction helps with distance casting and accuracy.
Available in Small, Medium and Large sizes, with several weight options.

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Bait & bag mixes

89%

Dynamite Baits

Dynamite Baits Swim Stim Betaine Green Groundbait

Betaine Green · 900g

A versatile, fishmeal-rich groundbait for commercial carp, F1s, bream and skimmers, with a subtle green finish for clearer venues.

900g pack of Betaine Green groundbait
Based on Dynamite Baits’ Koi Technology Formula with fishmeal
Contains a betaine additive to attract fish and stimulate feeding

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Reels

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Daiwa

Daiwa Matchwinner 3012 QD Reel

Daiwa Matchwinner 3012 QD

A proper match and feeder workhorse with quick drag, a spare spool and the sort of sensible features that make life easier on the bank.

3012 size for match and general coarse fishing
Quick Drag system for rapid clutch adjustment
Aluminium body with AirBail and Air Rotor

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Reels

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Abu Garcia

Abu Garcia Zata Low Profile

Low-profile baitcasting reel

Compact, well-specced and built for proper lure fishing, the Abu Garcia Zata brings a useful mix of casting control, drag power and sensible line capacity without making the whole job a faff.

Low-profile baitcasting reel for predator lure fishing
Right- and left-hand retrieve models are available
10 stainless-steel ball bearings plus one roller bearing

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Mainline

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Airflo

Airflo Pike Fly Line

A proper predator fly line built to turn over bulky pike flies, with four density options and enough grunt for serious stillwater and river work.

Available in Floating, Fast Intermediate, Di3 and Di7 densities.
Available in WF8, WF9 and WF10 line weights.
Head weights run from 330 grains / 21.4g in WF8 to 425 grains / 27.5g in WF10.

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Reels

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Shimano

Shimano Baitrunner DL Reel

Rear-drag free-spool reel

A proper old-school free-spool reel with Shimano build, a spare spool and enough capacity for most carp and general coarse fishing jobs.

Available in 6000 RB and 10000 RB sizes, both with a 4.6:1 gear ratio and 6kg maximum drag.
The 6000 RB weighs 590g and holds 270m of 0.30mm line; the 10000 RB weighs 595g and holds 350m of 0.35mm line.
Both models retrieve more than 80cm of line per handle turn and use a double handle.

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Hooks

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RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey Ape-X Medium Curve Hooks

Barbed · Sizes 4, 6 and 8

A proper all-round curved hook for modern carp rigs, with a nasty point, tidy finish and sizes to cover most situations.

Available in sizes 4, 6 and 8, with 10 hooks per packet.
Ultra-sharp straight point with a long needle point and micro barb.
16° downturned eye, forged bend and shank, plus RM-Tec Gun Metal coating.

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Luggage & bags

85%

NGT

NGT XPR Carryall

The NGT XPR Carryall keeps your tackle, bait bits and session essentials together without turning the barrow into a game of luggage Tetris.

Six-compartment carryall layout: one large main compartment plus five external pockets.
Waterproofed 600D polyester construction with PVC backing or interior protection.
Padded carry handles and a padded, adjustable shoulder strap.

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Rods

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Guru

Guru A-Class 12ft Feeder Rod

12ft / 3-piece

A versatile 12ft feeder rod with a broad casting range, progressive power and two useful quiver tips. Handy for everything from commercials to natural-water feeder work.

12ft / 3.66m, built in three sections
1-70g casting range with a 4-10lb line rating
Progressive power action from a 24T tensile carbon blank

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Mainline

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Drennan

Drennan Supplex Feeder Line

Clear monofilament reel line

A cracking clear mainline for float, feeder and method fishing, with low diameters, plenty of choice and the sort of easy handling that keeps a session free from daft tangles.

100m spool of clear nylon monofilament reel line.
Suitable for float, feeder and method-feeder fishing.
Available in 3lb, 4lb, 5lb, 6lb, 8lb, 10lb and 12lb breaking strains.

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Mainline

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Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Reflo Power Line

Reflo Power Line

A cracking clear monofilament for hooklengths and pole rigs, with loads of diameter choice and the stretch to cushion lively bites.

Resin-impregnated monofilament designed primarily for hooklengths.
Available in 13 diameters from 0.06mm to 0.26mm.
Each spool contains 100m of clear line.

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Rods

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Daiwa

Daiwa Ninja X Spin

Daiwa Ninja X Spin spinning rod range

From light lure work to chucking bigger baits, the Daiwa Ninja X Spin gives predator anglers a useful spread of lengths and casting weights in a properly tidy package.

Two-piece carbon spinning rods available in 6ft, 7ft, 8ft and 9ft versions.
Casting weights across the range include 5-20g, 7-28g, 10-40g and 20-60g options.
Handles combine cork and EVA, with a DPS-style reel seat and stainless-steel frame guides.

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Hooks

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Drennan

Drennan Pike Treble Hooks

Barbed, semi-barbed and barbless options in sizes 4, 6 and 8

A proper predator hook for building pike traces, with strong trebles, needle points and useful barbed or semi-barbed choices.

Designed for pike fishing and intended for use with Drennan wire.
Available in sizes 4, 6 and 8, with barbed, semi-barbed and barbless options depending on the variant.
Extra-strong treble construction with a gunmetal metallic finish.

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Hooks

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RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey Ape-X Chod Hooks

Barbed

A sharp, properly thought-out chod hook with a micro barb, out-turned eye and a stealthy gun-metal finish. Here’s where it fits on the bank.

Available in sizes 5, 6 and 8.
Barbed pattern with a micro barb.
Made from Japanese Carbon 80 Steel with a forged bend and shank.

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Hooks

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RidgeMonkey

RidgeMonkey Ape-X Straight Point Hooks

Barbed straight-point hook

Proper sharp, nicely finished carp hooks with a classic straight point. A solid choice when you want a dependable pattern without blowing a load of quid.

Available in sizes 4, 6 and 8, with 10 hooks per packet.
Barbed pattern with an ultra-sharp, long needle point and micro barb.
Straight eye, forged bend and shank, made from Japanese Carbon 80 steel.

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Luggage & bags

86%

NGT

NGT Insulated 4 Compartment Carryall

Olive green

A roomy, insulated carryall with proper bank-friendly storage, padded handles and a shoulder strap. Handy for keeping bait, food and session essentials together.

Olive green soft-sided carryall with a spacious insulated main compartment.
Three generous zipped external pockets plus an additional mesh front pocket.
Waterproofed 600D polyester construction with a 210D lining.

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Ready-tied rigs

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Korda

Korda Spinner Rig

Spinner Rig range: Spinner Hook, Krank and Kurv versions

A ready-tied Korda Spinner Rig takes the faff out of building a spinner setup, with a crimped Spinner Swivel, Boom hook link and hook options for wafters or pop-ups.

Ready-tied carp spinner rig with a 5.5-inch Boom hook link.
Spinner Swivel is pre-crimped to the hook link, with a crimped loop at the other end for quick-change systems.
Designed for wafter or pop-up hook baits and reusable by changing the hook.

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Rods

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Korum

Korum Progress Barbel Quiver Tip

Progress Barbel Quiver Tip

A proper river quiver-tip rod for big feeders, flowing water and barbel work, with enough backbone to handle a lively lump without feeling like a broom handle.

12ft assembled length, with a two-piece construction and approximately 1860mm pack-down.
Supplied with 4oz and 6oz carbon quiver tips for heavy feeder fishing.
Recommended line rating is 6–12lb, giving it a sensible barbel and big-fish remit.

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