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The newest incarnation of the legendary range is the Daiwa Tournament S 11ft 6ins Float. It has been updated with Daiwa’s latest technologies, including HVF Nanoplus and V-Joint Alpha, but more notably, the action has been geared slightly more towards natural venue fishing.

The 11ft 6ins Float is a superb offering, brought about by the rise in winter silverfish matches on commercials, along with the need to serve anglers fishing small rivers and drains, making it already the best- selling float rod in the range. Perfect for smaller wagglers and casts of 15m to 25m, it will also cope with F1s or carp on mugging tactics if required.

Seaguide TYG and TDG, premium skeletal guides are used throughout and perfectly complement the fast, yet forgiving action of the rod’s gorgeously thin blank.

The slim, lightweight and exceptionally balanced 15ft Drennan Acolyte Specimen Float rod is ideal for rivers where quality fish are expected. It is slightly more powerful than the 15ft Acolyte Plus and a great choice for casting and controlling heavier floats and baits. A combination of length and a very fast tip ensures line pick up is incredibly fast, allowing you to connect with more bites on those longer trots when seeking out the barbel.

Weighing in at just 170g, it is one of, if not the lightest, long float rods on the market, which makes it effortless to hold and use all day. The Acolyte is also more than powerful enough to suppress even the largest of barbel, so when you do get that bite, you can be more than confident of landing the fish. A superb choice for any float fishing work for specimen fish.

The Connoisseur name is synonymous with the finest float rods ever created. Designed specifically for challenging wild water conditions, the Connoisseur Pro collection offers exceptional performance and features.

This rod is absolutely perfect for trotting a float for a variety of species, while using the smallest sticks to the largest Avon floats it will perform superbly. The rod is really light and well balanced making it easy to hold all day long without causing fatigue in your arm.

It is also a great rod for those who fish commercials and don't want to cast but enjoy a hit and hold style of angling, with the extra length making it ideal for this too.

Crafted for the dedicated anglers who require maximum distance casting and power, the Daiwa N'Zon Distance Special rods emerged after a meticulous year of design, promising unparalleled performance and versatility.

With X45 and HVF nanoplus construction, these rods embody the strength and vigour required for casting across vast expanses. The V-Joint offers a seamless and controlled action, while the SeaGuide stainless steel anti-tangle guides work their magic to diminish wind knots and tangles.
The Daiwa N'Zon Distance Special rods grace the waters in a splendid array of lengths, ranging from 11ft to 14ft, each tailored to suit various casting distances.

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The N-Gauge 12ft Power Feeder rod is a perfect choice for any angler who enjoys catching big fish or has to fish at ranges over 50m.

The N-Gauge rods feature a high-quality AA Grade Cork Armlock Handle with a bespoke Guru EVA Rear Grip for maximum support and comfort during casting. Coupled with its anti-tangle stainless Sea-Guide frames, featuring super slim LS Zirconia ceramic rings on the N-Gauge Pro rods significantly reduce tangles and potential crack offs during casting resulting in super smooth casting and fish-playing properties.

Rods are supplied with 2.5mm carbon quivertips.

The MAP Parabolix Pro stands as a pinnacle of excellence in the realm of carp feeder rods, meticulously crafted to meet the demands of commercial fishing enthusiasts. With an ultra-high modulus carbon fibre blank, these rods radiate remarkable strength, unparalleled sensitivity, and pinpoint casting precision.

Embodying the graceful parabolic action that inspired its name, the rod offers a smooth, forgiving touch, while the thoughtfully designed handle enhances comfort and the unique grip ensures security. The oversized guides elevate casting accuracy, and the handy hook keeper ring ensures your hooks are always within reach. Accompanied by three quiver tips, ranging from 0.5oz to 1.5oz, there exists a perfect fit for nearly every fishing scenario.

The 10ft variant emerges as the most versatile, adeptly navigating the intricacies of commercial F1's and match-sized carp fishing. Its through soft action allows for the use of lighter lines and hook lengths.

An appealing choice for modern feeder fishing, the Matrix Aquos Ultra-C Feeder Rod presents high-quality, forward-facing oversized guides and a delightful cork/EVA hybrid handle that ensures a comfortable and secure grip when casting and reeling in your catch. Its striking grey hue, adorned with vibrant lime highlights, creates a unique aesthetic.

Despite its wallet-friendly price, the Matrix Aquos Ultra-C Feeder Rod does not skimp on performance. It boasts a surprisingly slim and lightweight design, making it a joy to wield. Perfectly tailored for Method feeder work, this rod excels in targeting fish in the margins or casting toward distant islands.

The 10ft model emerges as the ideal choice of the range suitable for multiple different fishing situations, rated to a 40g casting weight, effortlessly transitioning between commercial waters and more natural settings. Priced just right for beginner or those on a budget, it also supplied with a versatile 1oz & 2oz 2.4mm carbon quiver, which can be easily replaced for under £15.

If you’re a specialist angler, the Korum Omega Rods are definitely worth considering, especially at these Black Friday prices! Available in lengths ranging from 11ft to 13ft and with test curves from 1.25lb to 2.5lb, there’s a rod to suit a variety of angling needs. The range even includes a float rod, perfect for targeting species like chub and crucians.

For chasing big barbel on rivers like the Trent or those needing a lighter carp setup, the 2.5lb rods provide plenty of power to handle the demands of these styles of angling. Meanwhile, the 1.25lb and 1.5lb models are excellent for specimen fishing, whether you’re targeting roach, tench, or bream on still waters, also doubling as superb floater rods during the summer months.

Each rod features a cork handle that’s not only comfortable to hold but also looks fantastic on a buzz bar, appealing to even the fussiest anglers. The sleek carbon finish adds a premium touch and offers incredible durability, resisting scratches and wear to ensure these rods remain reliable companions on the bank for many seasons to come!

The Daiwa Tournament SLR has been hailed as the best feeder rod ever produced, and we can’t help but agree with that assumption.

With 6 variants in the range from 10ft (75g) to a 14ft (280g) offer true versatility.

Its enhanced casting performance comes in the form of Daiwa’s X45X Full Shield and HVF (High Volume Fibre) Nanoplus carbon technologies, this has assisted Daiwa to rework the blank to produce this true casting tool, its biggest benefit is much more accurate casting with greater payloads.

The addition of the SeaGuide TDG lightweight guides to this model, offers reduced friction on the reel line to increase casting distance, combine this with the reworked SLR tips from 2.5oz to 4oz, gives you the ultimate heavyweight distance casting tool.

This makes the Daiwa Tournament SLR the perfect feeder rod for those big fast flowing rivers to search out those big barbel, its more than capable of delivering payloads sufficient to hold in the flow.

The JRC Fusion Carp Rod,  born from the collaborative work of JRC and Greys. Producing a performance rod that outpaces its competition, even those with a heftier price tag. This Black Friday they are significantly discounted saving over 74%.

These rods are built with a weight-saving blank, fitted with minima guides and a featherweight reel seat. The result is a rod that feels as light as a feather in your hands, yet remaining sturdy. But don't be deceived by its lightness. This rod is a powerhouse. Its strength can handle the most stubborn carp with ease, and it owes this strength to its 1K carbon weave construction. This allows the Fusion to be slender, light, and ultra-strong simultaneously.

Available in 12ft & 13ft in 3lb, 3.25lb & 3.5lb test curves.

The Fox Horizon X5-S rods are an excellent weapon to have in your arsenal. Crafted from high-modulus carbon fibre, they're tough and reliable but also as light as a feather and sensitive. As the name suggests, these rods will help you cast further, if you are looking to add yards to your cast without changing technique, these rods are built for the job.

What sets these rods apart is the cutting-edge technology baked into each one. They're kitted out with multidirectional nanofibre tech and interlaminar resin, enhancing their strength, stiffness, and recovery., without compromising their fish playing performance.

The X5-S series offers a range of lengths (12ft, 12ft 6" & 13ft) with the option of a shrink wrapped or abbreviated handle to match your fishing style and conditions. All in all, the Horizon X5-S Spod rod is a top-notch choice for any angler seeking a high-performance available at over 50% off this Black Friday.

If you’re looking for quality at an unbeatable price, the Trakker Defy Spod/Marker Rod is the perfect choice. Let’s face it—in a world of ever-increasing costs, equipping yourself with three rods, reels, bite alarms, and more can be a real strain on your wallet. Add the expense of a dedicated marker and spod rod, and it can feel overwhelming.

Thankfully, this rod does both jobs, saving you money while remaining incredibly affordable this Black Friday. The 12ft rod is ideal for both spodding and marking, capable of easily propelling a loaded spod over 100 yards.

Its fast-taper design ensures effortless casting, while the 50mm braid-friendly butt ring reduces friction for longer casts. Coupled with an anti-frap tip ring, it also minimises tangles and crack-offs, making it a reliable and versatile addition to your setup.

For those on the lookout for a worthy entry point spod rod, look no further than the Shimano Tribal TX-A Spod Rod. It strikes a perfect balance between affordability and performance – ideal for the budding angler.

These rods are as light as a feather yet strong enough to propel a payload of bait into the swim. Their slim profile allows for the rod to cut through the wind enhancing your casting precision. Expand your carp fishing arsenal with the Shimano Tribal TX-A Spod Rod with a Black Friday discount.

The Abu Garcia Max X Bait Casting Combo is a great choice for anglers who want to start fishing with a baitcasting reel. The rod is made of 24T carbon and has a soft fast action, making it perfect for casting lures accurately, without pulling the hooks out of fish. The reel has a slick, smooth retrieve with a reliable Power Disk drag system and Duragear brass gearing, that is very hardwearing.

This combo with its Black Friday discount is perfect for fishing with lures between 10-40 grams of weight. It's a an ideal choice for predator fishing for species like pike, zander, and perch.