Description
CARP RODS
Crisp Recovery. Confident Control.
The ‘E’-Class carp rods define the range—slim, responsive blanks crafted from high-quality Japanese carbons and tuned to deliver a crisp, balanced feel in the hand, with a progressive action that comes alive under load.
In the heart of the range sit the true multi-purpose workhorses—models like the 12’ 3.25lb and 12’ 3.50lb that cover an enormous spread of UK carp fishing. They’re accurate enough for clipped work, powerful enough for solid bags and bigger leads, and stable enough to stay consistent when you’re casting repeatedly. When you step up to demanding venues and big-water tactics, the 12’ SU and 13’ SU models are built to pick up and punch through the cast, stay stable at full compression, and recover cleanly so distance doesn’t come at the cost of control.
Low-diameter tips help the rod compress cleanly with less effort, smoothing out timing and making it easier to engage the blank properly, whether you’re feathering into the clip at medium range or stepping up into full-blooded distance work.
For 2026, the carp rods take on a sharper, more modern look and build, with updated carbon, a clean ‘E’-Class finish, 45° diagonal 1K weave, black fittings, and a matching Clone carbon seat with black hoods. Matt Black framed ‘S’-Lite Slim guides keep recovery crisp, while the overall aesthetic stays refined, understated, and purposeful. Despite the evolution in materials and appearance, they still carry the trusted ‘E’-Class badge—linking this new generation to a name anglers have relied on for years.
Choose the handle style that suits your fishing: the abbreviated build for a sleek, contemporary grip, or the full cork build for traditionalists who prefer that classic feel—both built to the same ‘E’-Class standard, both designed to match seamlessly in a set.
The 13’ SU is also available in an extended-handle option, with an additional 35mm from the butt cap to the back of the reel seat, ideal for anglers with longer arms or anyone wanting extra leverage when pushing very long range.
Responsive
Slim Blanks. Clean Compression.
Progressive
Control Under Pressure.
Key Features
Built from high-quality Japanese carbons with a diagonal 1K weave finish, Clone carbon seat and ‘S’-Lite Slim guides, delivering crisp recovery, smooth compression and dependable performance from all-round work to long-range casting.
High-quality Japanese carbons for slim diameter, crisp recovery and progressive control
45° diagonal 1K weave, black fittings, modern ‘E’-Class livery
Gold whipping above the handle as a nod to ‘E’-Class Gold heritage
Low-diameter tips for easier loading, timing and cleaner casting
Matt black ‘S’-Lite Slim guides complement the modern build with an excellent balance of durability, low weight, and refinement.
Full family: carp, short-range, SPM/spod/marker, stalking, surface, specialist, nets and blanks
Builds
Alongside our stock builds, we offer a full custom build service. We stock a vast array of components to bring genuine individual character to each rod, ensuring all tastes can be catered for at reasonable costs.
Stock build options
ABBREVIATED
Reel Seat & Hoods:
Clone Seat in matching diagonal 1K carbon, integrated isotope slot.
Guides:
‘S’-Lite Slims.
Tip:
Kigan anti-frap tip ring.
Hardware:
Black Acetal butt cap and collars.
Short EVA front and rear butt grip with shrink.
FULL CORK
Reel Seat & Hoods:
Clone Seat in matching diagonal 1K carbon, integrated isotope slot.
Guides:
‘S’-Lite Slims.
Tip:
Kigan anti-frap tip ring.
Hardware:
Black Acetal butt cap and collars.
Flared full cork front and full rear cork.
Handle notes:
For Full Cork and Full EVA builds, grips are specially tapered to suit individual blanks so the fit is exact—avoiding ‘hollow spots’ under the handle. We also keep a selection of Full Shrink for those wanting a more minimalist, harder-wearing full handle.
Recommendations
Small waters and lighter setups:
‘E’-Class 12’ 2.75lb – 40mm is ideal when you want a more sporting, responsive feel for intimate waters, lighter leads, and accurate casting at sensible range.
Codes: REC611-40
Balanced all-round choices:
‘E’-Class 12’ 3.25lb – 50mm and 12’ 3.50lb – 50mm are the do-most-things tools in the range, covering the broadest spread of UK carp fishing with a strong balance of casting ease, control, and fish-playing confidence.
Codes: REC612-50 / REC612FC-50 / REC613-50 / REC613FC-50
Bigger waters and stepped-up 12’ power:
‘E’-Class 12’ 3.50lb SU – 50mm is the choice when you want a more powerful 12’ rod for heavier leads, more demanding venues, and longer-range work.
Codes: REC614-50 / REC614FC-50
Extra reach and line control:
‘E’-Class 12’ 6” 3.25lb – 50mm is a longer all-rounder with improved pickup and line control, ideal for anglers who prefer the feel and reach of a 12’6” rod without losing versatility.
Codes: REC615-50
Longer-range all-round performance:
‘E’-Class 13’ 3.50lb – 50mm offers extra leverage, line speed, and casting authority for bigger waters and anglers who favour a longer rod.
Codes: REC616-50
Maximum range in the range:
‘E’-Class 13’ 3.50lb SU / SU-LH – 50mm are the longest-range models, built for demanding venues, heavier leads, and sustained distance casting, with the SU-LH version tuned to provide additional leverage for taller casters with its extended handle length.
Codes: REC617-50 / REC617LH-50
SPECIFICATIONS
45° 1K — Abbreviated
45° 1K — Full Cork
Guide & Handle
For the handle length this is measured from the end of the butt section without the cap to the back of the reel seat since this equates to the normal position for casting and playing fish.
