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1326 results

Reels

90%

Shimano

Shimano Nasci FD Spinning Reel

Nasci FD range

A smart, tough little spinning reel with proper Shimano gearing, a smooth drag and enough size choice to cover everything from light lure work to heavier pike and predator fishing.

Available in sizes from 500 to C5000 XG, with several HG and XG high-speed options.
HAGANE cold-forged drive gearing is backed up by X-SHIP, INFINITY DRIVE and SILENTDRIVE.
COREPROTECT provides IPX4 water resistance, while the AR-C spool helps line leave the reel cleanly.

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Shimano Stradic FM Spinning Reel

Stradic FM

A cracking all-round spinning reel with silky gearing, a tidy drag and enough size choice to cover everything from light lure work to proper predator fishing.

Available in 1000, 2500, C3000, 4000 and C5000 XG sizes.
All listed models use 6+1 bearings and a lightweight aluminium HAGANE Body.
The range includes an AR-C Long Stroke spool, DURACROSS drag and X-Protect water resistance.

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Mainline

90%

Gardner Tackle

Gardner Tackle GT-HD Line

GT-HD Line

A low-viz, fast-sinking copolymer mainline with the strength and handling to cover most carp fishing situations without making life hard on the bank.

High-grade copolymer mainline with reduced stretch.
Fast-sinking formulation designed to settle flush to the lake bed.
Available in 12lb, 15lb and 18lb options.

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Hooks

88%

Fox Rage

Fox Rage Predator Treble Hooks

X-Strong barbed trebles

Proper punchy predator trebles for bait rigs, with a wide gape, sharp PowerPoint points and enough backbone for heavy-duty work.

X-Strong PowerPoint trebles for heavy-duty bait fishing.
Available in barbed sizes 2, 4, 6 and 8.
Wide-gape design with super-sharp straight hook points.

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Ready-tied rigs

87%

One More Cast

One More Cast Loaded Ready-Made Rigs

OMC Mixed Grill loaded tackle box

A proper little carp-rig workshop in a box, with hooks, aligners, tubing, swivels and enough fiddly bits to keep you tying for ages.

Includes 10m of 25lb Blend coated braid for tying carp rigs.
Comes with Surrender Cassien barbed and Surrender Horseshoe barbless hooks in sizes 4 and 6.
Includes multiple Dazzler aligners, hookbeads, bait blobs, sinkers, clips and swivels.

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Landing nets

89%

Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Response Carp Landing Net Handle

Reviewed as the 3m Response Carp Landing Net Handle, with 2.7m and 4m versions also available

A stiff, light and properly versatile handle for match anglers, bagging sessions and bigger carp work. Pick the length to suit your swim and get a solid net setup without unnecessary faff.

Available in 2.7m, 3m and 4m versions.
The 3m handle is a two-piece design and weighs 227g.
Made using high-modulus carbon fibre, with reinforced stress points for larger fish.

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Luggage & bags

87%

Korum

Korum Progress Barrow

Korum Progress Extenda-Barrow

The Korum Progress Extenda-Barrow is built to shift beds, chairs, luggage and a serious pile of kit without turning every move around the lake into a grim little workout.

Extending frame creates a larger loading footprint for bulky tackle.
Folding frame packs down for transport and storage.
Two uprights provide hanging points for buckets and bags.

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Bait & bag mixes

90%

Sticky Baits

Sticky Baits Manilla White Ones Pop-Ups

Manilla White Ones Pop-Ups

A bright, nutty pop-up with proper buoyancy and loads of rigging options. Handy when you want your hookbait to stand out without leaving the Manilla family.

Bright white fluoro colour for extra visual attraction.
Nut-based Manilla profile with boosted attractor levels.
Super buoyant and needle-friendly, including the 12mm size.

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Bedchairs & sleep systems

90%

Trakker

Trakker Levelite ELS-MF Bed System

Standard and Wide sizes

A seriously comfy all-in-one sleep system with a generous memory-foam mattress, clever reversible bag and a frame built for long sessions. It’s a big lump of kit, mind.

50 mm ultra-high-density memory-foam mattress for extra cushioning and support.
Raised aluminium frame with a flat profile designed to support your lower back.
Dual-layer, reversible sleeping bag with Q7 hollow-fibre insulation and a water-resistant peach-skin outer.

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Hooks

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ESP

ESP Classic Carp Hooks

Barbed and barbless sizes

A versatile carp-hook pattern with a fine point, anti-eject shape and slick PTFE finish. Handy stuff for everything from straightforward bottom baits to tidy pop-up rigs.

Available barbed in sizes 4, 6, 7, 8 and 10, with barbless options including sizes 4, 6 and 8.
Longer, finer straight point with a slight inclination towards the shank for anti-eject performance.
13-degree in-turned eye and slick PTFE Tufflon/Teflon coating.

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Rods

88%

Shimano

Shimano Yasei BB Pike Spinning Rod

A sharp, lively pike rod for lure anglers who want proper casting control without lugging a broom handle round the bank.

Two models: 7ft 3in rated 20–60g, and 8ft 2in rated 30–90g.
Both rods use a full-carbon blank with Shimano Diaflash technology and a fast action.
Two-section construction makes transport easier, with transport lengths of 114cm and 129cm respectively.

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Mainline

88%

Fox Rage

Fox Rage Predator Braid

Fox Rage Predator Braid — 40lb / 18kg and 60lb / 27kg options

A proper predator mainline with a round 8-strand build, high abrasion resistance and handy 150m markers. Here’s where it fits on your pike gear.

8-strand braided construction with a round profile.
Floating braid with a Microbond weave.
Dark green finish and high abrasion resistance for predator fishing.

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Brollies & shelters

88%

Trakker

Trakker Tempest 200 Bivvy

Two-bed bivvy

A proper two-man shelter with clever quick-erect design, loads of room and the sort of robust build that makes longer sessions far less of a faff.

Designed for two bedchairs and two anglers.
Waterproof 210D fabric with an approximate shelter weight of 13.5kg.
Approximate dimensions are 375cm wide, 310cm deep and 170cm high.

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Reels

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Shimano

The Shimano Aero brings Shimano’s clever gearing, smooth front drag and accurate line control to a cracking range of coarse fishing reels. A tidy choice for everything from feeder work to commercial carp.

Available in C3000, 4000 and C5000 sizes.
Front-drag reel with 4+1 ball bearings and a super-smooth waterproof drag.
Uses Hagane Gear, X-Ship and SilentDrive enhanced gearing.

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Reels

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Shimano

Shimano Sahara RD Reel

The Shimano Sahara RD brings Fightin’ Drag, a sensible range of sizes and Shimano’s line-management know-how to the coarse and light carp bank. It’s not flashy, but it’s a cracking little workhorse.

Rear-drag spinning reel with Shimano Fightin’ Drag technology.
Cold-forged aluminium spool with AR-C line-management technology.
Varispeed II line lay is designed for mono and braid.

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Rods

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Free Spirit

Free Spirit Helical Commercial Waggler Rod

10ft and 11ft models

A tidy, modern commercial-waggler rod with proper versatility. Choose the 10-footer for busy swims and short-to-medium work, or step up to 11ft when you want a touch more reach and control.

Available as a 10ft two-section rod, model MHLCW10, or an 11ft two-section rod, model MHLCW11.
The 10ft model weighs 171g and casts 3BB–12g; the 11ft weighs 201g and casts 4BB–15g.
Both use a Korean carbon blank with a gloss helical tape wrap, plus a cork and EVA handle.

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Rods

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Fox Rage

Fox Rage Predator Warrior Lure Rod

Fox Rage Predator Warrior 2 Spin, with focus on the original 15–40g medium-spin models

A lightweight carbon lure rod for shads, spinnerbaits and medium hardbaits, with useful length and casting-weight choices for canals, rivers and reservoirs.

Available in 210cm, 240cm and 270cm lengths.
Casting weights across the Warrior range run from 5g to 60g.
The Warrior 2 Spin is a two-piece, lightweight full-carbon rod.

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Reels

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Shimano

Shimano Ultegra CI4+ 14000 XTC Reel

14000 XTC

A serious big-pit carp reel with a light CI4+ body, long-cast spool and plenty of drag when a proper lump heads for the snags.

14000-size big-pit reel with a 4.3:1 gear ratio
540g body weight and 103cm retrieve per handle turn
20kg maximum drag with Hi-Speed Drag

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Rods

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Shimano

Shimano Tribal TX-4A Carp Rod

Full range review

A cracking all-round carp rod range with proper Shimano blank tech, loads of length and test-curve choice, and enough backbone for serious chucking without going daft on the price.

Available in 9ft, 10ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths.
Test curves run from 2.75lb and 3.00lb through to 3.25lb and 3.50lb+ Intensity.
All models are two-piece rods with full-carbon blanks and Shimano’s HPC, Biofibre, Diaflash and T1100G construction.

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Reels

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Shimano

Shimano Charter Special Reel

Charter Special TR2000LD

A tough, lever-drag multiplier built for sea anglers who want control, capacity and a loud bite alarm without faffing about.

Available in 1000LD and 2000LD sizes.
The TR2000LD has a 4.2:1 gear ratio and is listed at 550g.
The reel uses lever drag, a level-wind guide and centrifugal braking.

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Landing nets

90%

Free Spirit

Free Spirit CTX Black Edition Landing Net

A smart, lightweight carp net range with the reach and size options to handle tight swims, high banks and proper big-water jobs.

High-quality Japanese carbon construction with a matt finish to match CTX Black Edition rods.
Supplied with deep, fish-friendly mesh as standard.
Available as 6ft/42in, 8ft/42in and 8ft/46in configurations.

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Ready-tied rigs

90%

Drennan

Drennan E-Sox Pike Trace

Livebait and deadbait trace

A ready-made pike trace for livebaits and deadbaits, with sensible hook spacing, coated wire and less faff when you’re keen to get a bait out.

46cm (18in) trace made from nylon-coated 34lb (15kg) Super Trace wire.
Fitted with extra-strong trebles for livebait and deadbait presentations.
Available in hook sizes 4, 6 and 8, with barbed or semi-barbed options.

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Hooks

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Drennan

Drennan E-Sox Pike Trebles

Available in sizes 4, 6 and 8, with barbed or semi-barbed options

Strong, sharp and sensibly finished, these E-Sox trebles give your pike rigs a dependable bit of bite without making the whole setup feel bulky.

Available in sizes 4, 6 and 8.
Barbed and semi-barbed versions are available.
Extra-strong pike treble hooks with chemically etched, ground needle points.

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Reels

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Shimano

Shimano Aero XR Reel

Light, smooth and nicely thought-through, the Shimano Aero XR is built for match work, feeder fishing and lighter carp duties without bringing loads of bulk to the bank.

Available in C3000, 4000 and C5000 sizes.
CI4+ body and rotor keep the platform light, with a Magnumlite asymmetrical rotor for a smooth, responsive feel.
Cold-forged HAGANE drive gear, SilentDrive and 5+1 S A-RB corrosion-resistant bearings are built into the range.

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Reels

Shimano

Shimano Aero BB Reel

AEROBB4000 / AEROBBC5000

A clean, sensible Shimano reel for commercial carp, feeder fishing and general coarse work. The Aero BB isn’t flashy, but the spec sheet is bob on for everyday bank duties.

Available in AEROBB4000 and AEROBBC5000 sizes.
Both versions weigh under 310 g and use a 4.7:1 gear ratio.
Maximum drag is 8.5 kg on both reels.

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Reels

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Daiwa

Daiwa N’ZON Plus LT Reel

5000S-C, 5000S-C DH and 6000SS

A proper coarse-match workhorse with the features you actually want for feeder fishing, commercial carp and long-range chucking.

Available in 5000S-C, 5000S-C DH and 6000SS sizes.
The 5000S-C retrieves 79cm per turn, while the 6000SS brings back 86cm per turn.
All three versions have a 12kg maximum drag and four ball bearings.

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Bedchairs & sleep systems

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Trakker

Trakker Levelite Oval Bed

Standard and Wide versions

A proper flat, roomy sleep system that makes clever use of awkward shelter space. The Trakker Levelite Oval Bed is built for comfy nights without turning your bivvy into a game of Tetris.

Oval profile helps maximise usable shelter space.
Includes a removable dedicated three-season sleeping bag with a roomy box-section design.
Adjustable lumbar support lets you alter mattress firmness and sleeping comfort.

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Rods

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Preston Innovations

Preston Innovations Ascension Feeder Rod

Ascension Feeder Rod range

A cracking natural-water feeder range with the length and backbone to cover everything from close-range roach work to big rivers and proper distance casting.

Five models run from 3.2m to 4.0m.
Casting weights range from 30g to 120g, depending on model.
The 3.6m 60g version is aimed at feeder fishing to around 60m.

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Rods

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Daiwa

Daiwa Prorex XR Spin Rod

Daiwa Prorex XR Spin Rod range

A sharp, lightweight predator rod range with the tech to make lure fishing feel properly crisp — from tiny spinners to hefty pike plugs.

12 spinning-rod configurations cover lengths from 6 ft to 10 ft.
Casting weights run from 1–9 g to 40–80 g across the range.
HVF Nanoplus carbon fibre blank with X45 technology and Daiwa V-Joint construction.

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Reels

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Savage Gear

Savage Gear SG6 2500H FD Reel

2500H FD

A sharp, fast little predator reel with a cracking drag, sensible spool design and enough refinement for lure work without turning your kit bag into a tackle shop.

2500H FD high-speed predator spinning reel with a 6.2:1 gear ratio.
Sealed carbon drag system with a maximum drag setting of 12.5kg.
Carbon Reinforced Composite body and rotor with 8+1 stainless-steel ball bearings.

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Rods

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Shimano

Shimano Tribal TX-2A Carp Rod

TX-2A Carp Rod range

A cracking all-round carp rod range with a lively carbon blank, sensible test curves and enough choice for margins, islands and chucking at distance.

Available in 10ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths.
Two-section construction across the listed models.
Test curves run from 2.75lb to 3.5lb-plus Intensity.

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Rods

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Shimano

Shimano Tribal TX-1B Carp Rod

A proper all-round carp rod range with loads of useful options, from compact 10ft models to long-range Intensity versions.

Full-carbon blank with Shimano DPS reel seat.
Shimano Hardlite guides use stainless-steel frames.
Available in 10ft, 12ft and 13ft options, with test curves from 2.75lb to 3.50+lb Intensity.

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Landing nets

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Free Spirit

Free Spirit Hi-S Power Lifter Net

Hi-S Power Lifter Net

A proper solid landing net for anglers who want extra control when a big fish rolls in the edge. Plenty of size choice, sensible mesh and a very handy lifting handle.

Available in Spoon and Rectangular pan shapes.
Spoon sizes run from 45 × 35 × 35 cm to 55 × 45 × 40 cm.
Rectangular sizes run from 45 × 35 × 35 cm to 60 × 50 × 50 cm.

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Hooks

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Fox

Fox Edges Arma Point Wide Gape Hooks

Barbed and barbless options

A proper all-rounder for bottom baits and pop-ups, with a wide gape, beaked point and a strong-but-light build. Simple, sharp and ready for serious hook holds.

Designed for bottom-bait and pop-up presentations.
Wide-gape pattern with a needle-sharp beaked point.
10-degree inturned eye and non-reflective dark coating.

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Rods

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Matrix

Matrix Ethos XR Waggler Rod

Available in 11ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths

A slim, lively waggler rod built for pellet-waggler work on commercial waters, with three lengths to cover everything from tight margins to proper chucking.

Available in 11ft, 12ft and 13ft lengths.
All three models have a 30g casting weight.
The 11ft and 12ft rods are two-piece; the 13ft is three-piece.

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Reels

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Daiwa

Daiwa Ninja Feeder 4000

23NJMFLT4000-C

Light, tidy and properly practical, the Daiwa Ninja Feeder 4000 brings a useful spare spool and smart line management to the coarse bank without making a meal of things.

Model code: 23NJMFLT4000-C
4000-C match and feeder reel variant with LT design
Supplied with a full-spec spare spool

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