Carp rods are specifically designed for catching carp which can reach 50lb+ in weight!
Carp rods come with a test curve which is a guide to the stiffness of the rod blank. deciding what size test curve will be down to the size of fish you will be targeting but probably more importantly down to the distance that you intend to cast.
If you’re looking to hunt big and active fish then you’ll want to invest in one of the Greys Stalking rods. There are two rods in the range, each of which has been designed with specific uses in mind.
Lightweight black M-Series DL guides with anti-frap tip, 17mm DPS reel seat, Japanese shrink wrap handle, custom line clip and a black anodised butt cap, laser etched with ‘S’ logo completes a top-quality specification. Ideal matched with the custom Sonik Xtractor rod sleeves, which are available in 9′ and 10′ lengths and can be easily connected for safe, effective transportation.
This rod has been extensively tested and refined to Terry's exacting standards. Added to the existing range of 12’ 9” models at Terry’s request for a lighter 12’ rod for smaller venues. The three new 12’ Terry Hearns are available in Classic 3.0lb (40mm ringing), Classic 3.25lb (50mm) and Distance
The new ESP 10ft Onyx rods are available in two popular test curves 3.25lb and 10’ 3.5lb. Light, well balanced and responsive the slim high modulus blanks feature a traditional unground finish which gives them a nice ‘old school’ look. The high quality, lightweight stainless guides comprise a 40mm butt down to a 12mm tip. The full length EVA handle features a DPS reel fitting with anodized butt cap and collars. Subtle decals and a small ESP logo on the line clip whipping complete a nice understated look. Excellent casting capabilities of 100m+ while still retaining forgiving playing actions and the compact size makes them ideal for tight swims and smaller vehicles.
Retractable pack down size of 50” (127cm). High modulus, lightweight blank with serious power and fast tip speed for large spods up to 6.5oz (180g). Full length EVA handle and DPS reel fitting. Black anodised laser etched butt cap.
The new ESP 9ft Onyx rods are available in two popular test curves 3.0lb and 3.25lb. Light, well balanced and responsive the slim high modulus blanks feature a traditional unground finish which gives them a nice ‘old school’ look. The high quality, lightweight stainless guides comprise a 40mm butt down to a 12mm tip. The full length EVA handle features a DPS reel fitting with anodized butt cap and collars. Subtle decals and a small ESP logo on the line clip whipping complete a nice understated look. Excellent casting capabilities while still retaining forgiving playing actions and the compact size makes them ideal for tight swims and smaller vehicles.
New rods designed purposely for casting out loaded Spombs. Also ideal for use with Fox Impact Spod. Ultra-high modulus carbon with Interlaminar resin. Multidirectional Nanofibre. Black Minima guides. 50mm butt ring on all three models. Fuji 18mm DPS reel seat. Three models available 12ft Medium Range, 12ft Long Range and 13ft Long Range.
With the increase in popularity of short, retractable butt carp rods, the new XTRACTOR carp rods fill a real gap in the market for affordable top-quality rods that are easy to transport due to their short pack down lengths. Two 9 models and two 10 models with test curves ranging from 2.75lb to 3.5lb make up the range, with pack down lengths of 44 and 50. The super-slim matt black, part-telescopic carbon fibre blanks have plenty of reserve power in the butt section and a fast tip recovery to give surprising performance whether casting or playing large fish close in or at range. Lightweight black M-Series DL guides with anti-frap tip, 17mm DPS reel seat, full retro slim-cork handle, custom line clip and a black anodised butt cap, laser etched with S logo completes a top-quality specification. Ideal matched with the custom Sonik Xtractor rod sleeves, which are available in 9 and 10 lengths and can be easily connected for safe, effective transportation.
Designed for targeting big surface feeding carp, this stepped up model provides extra power (XP) throughout the rod, a major benefit when playing fish in weedy conditions. The extra reserves of power also provide excellent casting capabilities for heavier controllers up to 80g while the tip section still provides enough shock absorption for lighter lines and small hooks. Features include a matt olive finish, lightweight Minima style stainless guides (40mm – 12mm), full Duplon handle, DPS reel seat and a keeper ring for long hooklinks.
Korda Kaizen Green Carp Rods, if your wallet cant stretch to the pricey top of the range Kaizen Platinum series. The green range offers you the same technology and manufacturing process that go into producing the more expensive Platinum. Instead utilising cheaper more readily available materials to build the blanks. Fitted out with high quality Seaguide TDG lightweight stainless steel guides and secure screw down reel seats. They feature a fast tapered action that helps build compression when casting. With models from 10ft to 13ft in a wide range of casting weights.
Korda Kaizen Green Spod Rods, if your wallet cant stretch to the pricey top of the range Kaizen Platinum series. The green range offers you the same technology and manufacturing process that go into producing the more expensive Platinum. Instead utilising cheaper more readily available materials to build the blanks. Fitted out with high quality Seaguide TDG lightweight stainless steel guides and secure screw down reel seats. They feature a fast tapered action that helps build compression when casting.
Sonik VaderX RS Cork Carp Rod The super popular VADERX RS carp rods are now available with a cork handle. Its the same evolved and refined VADERX RS blank but now with a touch of classic cork. Sleek black armoured blank finish, superlight M-SERIES guides which give the rod tip phenomenal recovery speed for even better crisp and accurate casting.