Korda Kamakura Choddy Hooks
The Kamakura sharpening process produces a hook point which is every bit as good as a hand-sharpened hook, but without you having to go to all the time and effort involved in doing it yourself.
The Kamakura Choddy hook has been specifically designed for use with stiff hook links and rig presentations such as the chod rig or hinged stiff rig, but it can also be used with other pop-up presentations as well.
It has an out-turned eye, to help give a continuous curve from the hook link to the hook when using stiff presentations, and the rest of its shape is based upon the iconic Wide Gape pattern, albeit in a slightly thicker wire.
It is an incredibly strong hook, with a slightly curved point, and the barb is of a size that doesn’t hinder penetration, but once in, helps the hook stay securely in place.
The points are protected by a blob of wax which needs to be carefully removed before use, and they come supplied in a box which holds each individual hook securely in place – you get ten hooks in each box.Key features
Based on the ortiginal Choddy pattern
Incredibly sharp and fine point
Point protected by wax
Micro Barbed or barbless
Drennan Wide Gape Micro Barbed Hooks to Nylon
These hooks to nylon are ideal for fishing with bigger baits such as paste, meat or combination baits.
Bronze
Wide crystal bend
Forged
Medium shank
Chemically etched long needle point
Tied with low diameter mono
35cm long hooklengths
8 hooklengths per packet
ESP Cryogen Curve Shanx Hooks
These Curves are now around 25% stronger than their predecessors while still retaining long fine needle sharp points which are now extra durable.
These are highly effective in a whole variety of rig presentations (perfect for the Ronnie Rig) and their quick turning, anti-eject shape combined with a needle sharp point ensures exceptional hook holds. The initial launch of ESP Cryogen hooks in March 2016 caused a massive stir with discerning anglers quickly recognising the distinct technical advantages they offered.
They were the result of over three years of development and field testing which culminated in a new standard in strength and point durability. New manufacturing techniques including both high temperature and cryogenic tempering have produced significantly stronger hooks with more durable, long life points.
Cryogenic tempering is a process used to improve the molecular structure in steel which in turn reduces stress and improves strength and wear resistance.
It is used in many disciplines with Formula 1 engine parts being a classic example.
Bench tests on initial samples proved to us that the new tempering processes combined with improved designs and heavy forging resulted in hooks that were 25-30% stronger than other PTFE coated carp hooks in the same wire gauge.
We subsequently sent the hooks for independent scientific testing on hardness and tensile strength and the tests carried out confirmed and supported our initial findings.
So rather than having to improve strength by simply increasing wire gauge, new manufacturing processes have allowed us to maintain optimum wire gauges for each size which allow for fine, ultra-sharp needle points which are now more durable than ever.
ESP is now delighted to introduce three new patterns into the Cryogen range, with each type having been developed, tested and 'tweaked' over the last 18 months. They have proved outstanding in field testing and provide an even greater choice in high-performance, long-lasting carp hooks.
Features:
Three years of development
Cryogenically tempered
Incredibly strong
Durable ultra sharp needle points
Long straight points
Tufflon coated
Barbless and Micro Barbed
Korda Long Shank X Hooks
This hook was based on the popular, original fly hook patterns, which found favour with carp anglers due to their shape and hooking ability – but this is a much stronger and sharper version of that pattern.
This pattern is one of the original styles of hook in carp fishing, but is still just as effective today with modern rigs, thanks to a 20 degree in-turned eye, long shank and straight point, which ensures that it flips over and takes a hold very easily, ensuring consistently good hookholds.
The Longshank X is also very strong and can stand up to being used on snaggy and weedy waters, thanks to the forging on the bend and the gauge of wire used.
Key features
Long shank and inturned eye
Straight, sharp point
Great for snaggy or weedy waters
Drennan Loaded Visi Wag 5
The VisiWag 5 - a set of precision-made wagglers ranging from 1g to 4g loading where each size is designed to carry an extra eight No 8 shot down the line.
Peacock Quill is fast being replaced by modern, hi-tech alternatives such as those used for the Visi Wags.
The unique feature of the Visi-Wag range is that all the different sizes of floats in a particular set carry exactly the same amount of terminal shot down the line.
In the case of these new Visi-Wag 5's, they all take an extra eight No 8 shot regardless of whether they are 1g or 4g loaded.
So if, for example, you change up from a 2g to a longer, heavier 3g model, because the wind has got upper you want to cast a bit further, you have only got to put a new float in the attachment.
The eight No 8 terminal shooting pattern down the line stays the same.
Because the aerodynamic bomb weights themselves are interchangeable, the precise amount of terminal shot fished down the line can also be altered.
So changing a 3g weight for a 2.5g weight increases the amount of terminal shot required.
Korda Klor Hook
The Klor hook pattern was designed and created by Danny Fairbrass to be an aggressive, strong, fast turning hook with brilliant hooking potential with a variety of rigs.
It is incredibly strong and proven to be able to withstand fishing for big carp in extreme conditions, both at home and abroad.
The Klor has a very aggressive shape (even more so than our Kurv Shank hook), with the point in line with the eye, and this encourages it to turn quickly and take hold in the mouth of a carp.
It is suitable for use with all manner of rigs, including the Combi Rig and Spinner Rig presentations, and with bottom baits, pop-ups and wafters.
The point is long, ultra-sharp and slightly in-turned which makes it far less likely to be damaged by nuisance species, such as crayfish and small fish, moving it around on the bottom, especially when fishing over gravel.
The wire is a heavy gauge, and this results in a very strong hook which can be used in weedy or snaggy conditions, even when using braid, without fear of it bending out.
During testing Danny landed carp to over 60lb from wild, French waters that were full of snags.
Despite the thickness of the wire, the point remains very sharp and the whisker barb, once the hook goes in, will ensure it stays in place.
Key features
Aggressive, strong, fast turning
Incredibly strong
Suitable for all manner of rigs
Long, ultra-sharp point
Heavy gauge
10 per pack
Drennan Night Light Yellow
Easy to use night lights are designed to be used in conjunction with the Drennan insert crystal waggler range.
Just bend the tube in several places and shake to even out the luminous chemicals inside, then insert into the float or attach with the piece of silicone tubing provided.
Easy to use
Insert into the float
Can be attached with silicone
Bend in several places and shake for them to work
Guru Super MWG Bait Bands 4" Rig
The SMWG Bait Band Ready Rigs are the perfect hooklength option when Method, Hybrid and Pellet Feeder fishing on commercial fisheries.
The rigs work perfectly when hair rigging hookbaits like hard pellets, wafters, pop-ups and even baits like maggots.
The rig features an optimum sized Micro Bait Band at the end of the hair rig.
This is intended to be placed around your chosen hookbait.
There is also a tiny piece of 0.3mm Micro silicone on the shank of the hook and hair rig which is there to keep the hookbait in place and make sure the rig is working perfectly.
If you’re struggling to attach your hookbaits by hand, we recommend using our Pellet Pliers which make the process of banding hookbaits quick and easy.
The SMWG Bait Band Ready Rigs are the ultimate commercial hooklength option, suited perfectly to a wide variety of fish species and fishing situations.
This version features the extremely popular SMWG hook, which is PTFE coated, giving a super-sharp, longer lasting point.
The 4” Ready Rigs comes pre-tied on our reliable rig boards.
In the 10, 12 and 14 sizes we have improved the line diameter options to offer even more choice in these larger sizes (see size chart below for options and diameters).
All our Ready Rigs are tied on our tried and tested N-Gauge line.
Proving over countless years to be a firm favourite amongst pleasure, coarse and match anglers.
Improved line diameter options
Perfect for pellet, wafters and pop-ups
Optimum hair length
Comes with a Bait Band to mount hookbait
Micro silicone on the shank of the hook
Ultimate commercial hooklength option
Great all-round hooklength
Quick and easy to change bait
Features PTFE coated SMWG hook
Tied on our tried and tested N-Gauge line
8 Rigs per pack
Drennan Peacock
A popular float choice for all-round waggler fishing on both stillwaters and rivers. The central quill section of peacock tail feathers is one the best, natural float making materials available.
It is remarkably strong for something that is so light and bouyant, and it flies through the air perfectly when casting.Product Features
Great all round float
Remarkably strong
Light and bouyant
Casts well
Gardner GT-HD Line
GT-HD is manufactured exclusively for Gardner Tackle with a unique high grade copolymer formula using cutting edge manufacturing processes to give the line reduced stretch and a crisp feel without compromising the other key characteristics.
After all, why develop a line that offers exceptional feel if it doesn’t retain the high knot strength, great abrasion resistance, fast sinking and a lovely smooth supple feel that anglers want?
By developing a main line that brings together all of these features ‘GT-HD’ sets a new benchmark in performance copolymer main lines.
And by manufacturing GT-HD in an awesome low-viz colour we’ve created a line that simply out-performs all other low stretch lines in every way.
Available in: 15lb (0.35mm) and 18lb (0.39mm)
Korda Touchdown 1000m Mainline
Touchdown main line obtained its name as a result of the increased amount of ‘feel’ that it gives you when your lead hits the bottom.
Knowing that you are fishing on an area where you can present a bait effectively, and being able to get a drop that you are happy with, are essential, and this is achieved by getting a good ‘drop’ when you feel your lead down to the bottom.
That has been achieved by reducing the amount of stretch in this monofilament main line, whilst still maintaining a high degree of abrasion resistance and good casting performance.
It also sinks very well and has a high knot strength, making it a great choice for use in any fishing situation. It comes in a choice of low visibility green or brown, so that it can be matched to the type lakebed and water colouration on the venues you are fishing.
Key features
Monofilament main line
Abrasion resistant and low stretch
Fast sinking
Casts very well
Drennan Loaded Glow Tip Carp Insert
Glow Tip Carp Wagglers feature our transparent Crystal-style construction with a 6.6mm diameter straight tube in a light brown tint to preserve the Glow Tip effect.
They cast long and straight and have interchangeable, size-engraved bomb weights, which means you can swap to a lighter bomb from another float and put more shot down the line if necessary.
A slightly longer stem below the bomb weight also allows a secure grip with a silicone or swivel float attachment.
Drennan Crystal® floats and interchangeable Combo Tips have been made by the company since the mid-1980s.
They are a bit like angler’s Lego, enabling the angler to make alterations to a float according to the conditions.
Ensuring that a float from today’s tip fits a tip from years ago takes the strictest manufacturing production controls in our plastics processing plant. We believe the difference in the quality of build is obvious to discerning anglers.
Unobtrusive
Tinted Crystal body
Loaded
