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Avon, Barbel & Specialist Rods

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Shimano Purist 11ft-12ft 6in Light Specialist Rod PULS11126

Shimano Purist 11ft-12ft 6in Light Specialist Rod PULS11126


Price: £149.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

A go-anywhere rod can be used with confidence on rivers, drains and lakes of all sizes. More than just another multi-length rod, its parabolic action and dual length facility (thanks to the 2 middle sections) are further boosted by the inclusion of two different strength Avon top sections. Shimano reel seat, cork handle plus carbon line clip. XT60 + Biofibre Designed for the UK in conjunction with the youngest ever Specimen Cup winner, Darran Goulder Traditional Olive on Olive whippings and blank finish Designed to cater for all aspects of modern specimen hunting for the smaller species on River or Stillwater. From Maggot Feeder for Chub, Livebait for Perch or Breadflake for Roach - this rod has it covered 2 Avon tops (0.75lb & 1.25lb) / 3 x Quiver tips (0.75oz, 1oz & 1.5oz) + carrier section Dura-Cork slanted detail handle Hook Retainer Slim diameter designed handle for comfort with screw-lock reel seat Double leg Hardlite Guides for superior strength and traditional looks 2 Middle sections that offer two different lengths with no compromise in the action 2 piece set-up for simple transport and assembly Supplied with rod bands

Shimano Purist 7ft Creek Critter Rod PUCC7

Shimano Purist 7ft Creek Critter Rod PUCC7


Price: £72.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

Lure fishing for zander, perch and pike is a growing part of the all-rounder’s armoury. The 7ft Purist Creek Critter is the perfect small water weapon, its spliced solid carbon tip imparting life to soft plastics, plugs and spinnerbaits and thus encouraging strikes from wary predators. Equipped with hook keeper, Duplon grip, nine guides plus Shimano plate reel seat.


Shimano Purist 12ft 6in Tench Float Rod PUTF126

Shimano Purist 12ft 6in Tench Float Rod PUTF126


Price: £129.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

Float fishing is undeniably the ‘purist’ form of targeting tench. In this rod, with its two-piece construction plus cork handle and 14 well spaced guides, the purist has the perfect weapon. Its soft tip action cushions the lunges of powerful fish at close range, ensuring small hooks stay put without pulling out at the net. Fixtures include keeper ring, carbon line clip, balance weight plus Shimano reel seat.


Shimano Purist 11-12ft Barbel Multi Classic Rod PUBC121315

Shimano Purist 11-12ft Barbel Multi Classic Rod PUBC121315


Price: £119.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

Barbel are part and parcel of most all-round specialist anglers’ agenda. Some of the biggest known Barbel dwell in narrow rivers where casting heavy weights and countering strong flows are not an issue. It’s a common mistake to fish with too powerful a rod which lacks the correct playing action. With cork/Duplon grip and Shimano reel seat, the 1½lb test curve Purist Barbel Classic is ideal for such situations, providing two length options plus quivertip and Avon top sections.


Shimano Purist 12-13ft Barbel Power Rod PUBP12132

Shimano Purist 12-13ft Barbel Power Rod PUBP12132


Price: £124.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

On larger waters where longer casts, heavier payloads and stronger flows present a different challenge to Purist anglers seeking barbel. The Purist Multi Barbel Power’s 2lb test curve keeps you in control of all these demands, whilst still retaining a sweet playing action to tire out and defeat big fish. Fixtures and fittings are the same high grade as the lighter Classic version.


Shimano Purist 12ft 6in Brench Rod PUB126

Shimano Purist 12ft 6in Brench Rod PUB126


Price: £124.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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Introducing Purist - A new concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation specific rods which offer everything the all round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings... at realistic prices which won't break the bank!

‘Brench’ was born out of the names of two species; bream and tench. Both reach impressive sizes of over 10lb, often inhabiting large, deep and weedy gravel pits which present a real challenge to anglers targeting them. A fast tip action on this two-piece rod assists distance casting. Features include Shimano reel seat, cork handle, carbon line clip and ten quality guides


Daiwa Whisker Specialist Rod

Daiwa Whisker Specialist Rod


Price: £114.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £130.00

One rod, one mission, to deliver an all round performance that any specialist angler could expect from a rod of

this design. A twin tip model with a tubular and QT tip it also offers a carbon and glass quiver tip. Well suited to float or feeder work its 1.5lb test curve will deal comfortably with all but the biggest of specimens, easily handling up to 10lb mainline if needed. Its matt finish adds to its stealthy look and small touches such as the hook keeper finish things off just nicely.

FEATURES o Slim powerful blank o Matt finisho Twin top design (including two quivers) o SiC guides throughout o Down locking hooded reel seat o Cork/EVA handle

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting

WKS2112 12' 11.6 1.5 100+


Daiwa Twilight Specialist Rod

Daiwa Twilight Specialist Rod


Price: £88.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £99.99

Rivers are now throwing up a superb variety of sport and the roving angler has never had it so good. Chasing chub in the far bank undergrowth to running a flake at a shoal of big autumn roach the Twilight Specialist rod can do it all. Its early tippy action combined with its 'through' loading gives you the ideal balance for line pick up and controlling big fish. Supplied with a 3oz, QT top section and tubular top you should not leave home without one.

FEATURES o Slim construction of blank o Tip to middle action o Built in torque resistance for improved accuracy o High grade aluminium oxide guides throughout o Slim, contoured cork handles with traditional looko Fixed quiver tips with 3oz test curve o High quality reel seat

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting

TWS2112 12' 8.0 1.5 100


Daiwa Proteus Barbel Rod

Daiwa Proteus Barbel Rod


Price: £70.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £79.99

The surprising balance and weight of the Proteus Barbel rod betrays the powerful casting action and popular 1.75lb test curve. With a progressive loading but quick recovery this rod will cast large feeders accurately, especially with the full tubular top. Suited up to 10lb mainlines it will accommodate lighter feeder work too thanks to the twinned quiver top. The combined cork EVA handle offers a screw down reel hood and a matt finished metal butt cap adds a classy touch.

FEATURES o Balanced powerful blanko Twin tips o Aluminium oxide ceramic guides o Combined cork / EVA handle o Screw down EVA reel hood o Hook keeper

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting

PB2134TT 12' 8.0 1.75 100


Daiwa Whisker Barbel Rods

Daiwa Whisker Barbel Rods


Price: £114.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £130.00

Covering the expected and unexpected our Whisker Barbel rods offer a conventional 1.75 and powerful 2.25lb test curve option. Both suited to casting 4ozs they will also easily handle 10lb line direct. Added to that, each model is a 'twin tip' featuring a tubular top section and one for their two push-in quiver tips. Their tidy package is backed up by their classy matt look and cork/ EVA handle, which is topped off with gun metal coloured butt cap collar and reel fittings.

FEATURES o Slim powerful blanks o Matt finish o Twin tips o SiC guides throughout o Down locking reel seat o Cork/EVA handle

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting Rings

WKB2134 12' 11.7 1.75 100 SiC

WKB2214 12' 12.2 2.25 100 SiC


Daiwa Twilight Barbel Rods

Daiwa Twilight Barbel Rods


Price: £88.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £99.99

It is undoubtedly now the fastest spreading specimen species, with few UK coarse fishing rivers being without barbel as a resident. In the very established locations double figure fish are the norm and the tidal Trent for instance now offers a vast choice of untapped locations. With it too comes however, the variety of high average sizes and our design team recognise the need for more powerful test curve to the now standard 1.75lbs. The Twilight Barbel twin tips offer a 1.75 and 2.25lb test curve in two section and four section models. Their tip to middle action in both the fixed QT top and single top ensures accuracy for big feeder set ups but with all the control and forgiveness that is asked of barbel rods today.

FEATURES o Slim construction of blank o Tip to middle action o Built in torque resistance for improved accuracy o High grade aluminium oxide guides throughout o Slim, contoured cork handles with traditional looko Fixed quiver tips with 4oz test curve o High quality reel seat

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting

TWB2134 12' 8.1 1.75 100m

TWB2214 12' 8.4 2.25 100m

TWB2134-4 12' 12.2 1.75 100m

TWB2214-4 12' 13.1 2.25 100m


Daiwa Infinity Advanced Barbel Rods

Daiwa Infinity Advanced Barbel Rods


Price: £207.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £235.00

Answering the need for even bigger test curves and the desire for the best that money can buy, seek out the Infinity Advanced Barbel. At 1.75lb and a more powerful 2.25lb this new duo will cover all styles and swims that you can find. Their slim high modulus blank harnesses substantial power but delivers reaction and forgiveness when loaded at close range. Furnished with SiCs and a combined cork and Duplon handle that features Armlock and Fuji hooded reel seat.

FEATURESo High grade MSG slim blank o Fuji SiCs o Hooded Fuji reel seat Armlock handle o Hook holder

Model Length Wgt Test Curve Max Casting Rings

IFAB2134 12' 5.8 1.75 100+ Fuji SiC

IFAB2214 12' 6.9 2.25 100+ Fuji SiC


Shakespeare Mach 1 XT Specialist Rod 1196616

Shakespeare Mach 1 XT Specialist Rod 1196616


Price: £25.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £37.99

A versatile 2 piece Avon style rod perfect for both float and ledger fishing.

MACH1 XT 10lbs Specialist 11' (3,30 M) 10 lbs 2 24 T Carbon 280gm


Shakespeare Mach 2 XT Specimen Rod 1196626

Shakespeare Mach 2 XT Specimen Rod 1196626


Price: £35.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £53.99

A powerful blank that has a Test Curve of 2lbs. This rod takes over from the Barbel version when heavier lines and bigger leads / feeders are required.

MACH2 XT 12lbs Specimen 12' (3,60 M) 12 lbs 2 SIC 30T Carbon

Shakespeare Mach 2 XT Barbel Rod 1196625

Shakespeare Mach 2 XT Barbel Rod 1196625


Price: £42.99 (Including VAT at 17.5%)

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RRP £63.99

The MACH 2 XT range would not be complete without the inclusion of the ever popular Avon Specialist style rod.This rod is supplied with both an Avon and quiver top section. The full carbon blank provides a progressive through action which is perfect for barbel fishing on rivers as well as, big chub and tench

MACH2 XT 10lbs Barbel 12' (3,60 M) 10 lbs 2 SIC 30T Carbon 265gm

Korum Neoteric Rods

Korum Neoteric Rods

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This range of just 2 rods has been researched and developed very thoroughly prior to introduction. We believe they reflect what Korum is all about - they are rods that will be used by today's modern pleasure angler. They are rods for how fishing is today! Having identified what we consider to be today's requirements, our development team (including Korum consultant Ian Welch) have worked on the product specification and performance of each rod and have come up with the correct mixture of balance and power, along with the correct guides and a screw reel seat.

Neoteric 12’ Quiver

Perfect Quiver / Avon rod, that will delight the user with its balance power and crisp action. Features include:

Two Tips - Quiver and Avon Top Sections 1.75lb TC with Progressive Action Luminous Quiver tips - 2oz, 4oz, 6oz High Modulus Carbon Blank Low Profile Silicone Lined Guides Full Cork Handle Screw Reel Seat Line Rating 4lb - 12lb

Neoteric 12’ Twin Tip

Perfect carp or barbel rod, perfectly balanced and beautifully made! Features include:

Twin Tip Top Sections. 1.75lb and 2.2lb TC with Progressive Action. Powerful Butt Section For Fish Control. High Modulus Carbon Blank. Low Profile Silicone Lined Guides. Full Cork Handle. Screw Reel Seat. Line Rating 6lb - 15lb

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