The commercial range of rods have built up something of a cult following over the last few years, and are now used by many of the top UK and European match anglers. They are designed to produce the best possible action, which they achieve by having additional tapered extensions (not parallel softer
extensions), and one piece quiver top sections. 2011 sees the introduction of two new ranges - a revamped Beastmaster and the flagship Speedmaster range. Each rod has been refined over countless pre-production samples to produce a finished product perfectly suited to its intended style of fishing.
Feeder Rods – Red Rod Band
The Commercial range of feeder rods have built up a loyal following, and these three models for 2010 look set to be no different. The range starts off with quite possibly the ultimate commercial angler's tool - the iconic 9-11. Not only does this rod have the multi length facility, but it also features a one piece top section (2 Supplied with Beastmaster, 3 with Speedmaster), which gives you an unsurpassed playing action once a fish is hooked.
The 11' length is Steve Ringer's rod of choice when it comes to method feeder fishing on small commercial waters. Drop the rod down to 9' and it becomes the ideal tool for those tight swims in summer, and a perfect winter bomb rod in a match where every fish needs to count.
The 11'6 feeder has been specifically designed for the angler who wants a little bit more in terms of distance than the 9-11 can offer.
The 11'6 also has a bit more in terms of back bone, which means that it can handle Carp to double figures with ease.
The 12'6 Beastmaster commercial distance feeder has been designed specifically for the long range method. This tactic is now becoming the norm on a number of different larger venues, and is one rod which you can certain of helping to go the distance... and more.
The Speedmaster comes at 12ft with a ringless 1ft extension that can be added while fishing just to get that extra yardage if needed.
Team either up with the Ultegra 4500 XTB reel, and put quite simply, you have the ultimate long range feeder set up which allows you to put yards on the anglers around you.
Some would call that an unfair advantage, we would say it's all about using the right rod for the job, and with the Shimano Beastmaster feeder range we feel we have all the bases covered.
• BMBX911CFDR • BMBX116CFDR • BMBX126CDFDR • SM911CFDR • SM116CFDR • SM1213CFDR
Pellet Rods – Yellow Rod Band
Pellet waggler fishing has become the tactic of the last few years, and we at Shimano have come up with two rods for the job. Firstly the multi length 9-11 which, when assembled at 9', gives you the perfect rod for those swims where space is tight and the fish are just out of pole range. At 11', it's a rod that really can cope with anything that is put in front of it in terms of fish size. The 11'6 offers that little bit more in terms of casting distance, whilst also having a little bit more in the locker in terms of power to cope with those bigger commercial water Carp. The fact that the 11'6 is Steve Ringer's number one choice for waters such as Boddington and Earlswood says a lot about just what this rod is capable of. Put quite simply there's nothing the 11'6 can't do.
• BMBX911CP • BMBX116CP • SM911CP • SM116CP
Light Float Rods – Blue Rod Band
With waggler fishing currently going through a bit of a renaissance in the UK, these two rods fill the gap for anglers looking for the ultimate all-round rod. The Speedmaster Lights fill the gap between the out-andout pellet waggler rod, and the more conventional standard match rods. And don't let the Light tag fool you. These two are more than capable of taming big Carp, whilst at the same time their action means that hook pulls while catching F1 Carp and skimmers will soon become a thing of the past. To sum up, these rods cater for the new age angler, who targets commercial pools and just enjoys catching fish - whether they be Carp, F1's, skimmers or even Tench. The commercial light range is perfect for them all.
• SM11CLFL • SM12CLFL
