Matrix UK

2013

Advanced Method Feeder Fishing Open Water Feeder Fishing For Bream Pole Fishing. Which Floats And Elastic Set-ups Long Range Feeder Fishing And Fishing The Bolo

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WELCOME TO MATRIX 2013 MATRIX HAS GROWN RAPIDLY SINCE ITS LAUNCH IN 2011, WITH MATCH AND PLEASURE ANGLERS APPRECIATING THE INNOVATIVE DESIGN, RELIABILITY AND FISH CATCHING PERFORMANCE OF MATRIX PRODUCTS. This year sees the introduction of a wide range of new product, all designed with the Matix ethos of helping you to catch more fish. In some instances the new products complement existing products. An example of this is the increased amount of Snag Free box accessories, all designed to make fishing easier and more efficient. New luggage items, floats, feeders, and additions to existing rod ranges can all be found in this catalogue. However the are also new launches into completely new product areas.

The new Matrix Reels have impressed many who have used them and are typical of the Matrix ‘fresh thinking’ approach.

The Reflex 4000 is designed for modern feeder and float fishing methods. It has a powerful ‘worm drive’ gear system which offers excellent reliability and power, plus a wide diameter spool for better casting with strong lines, but doesn’t have many of the unused features found on mass produced reels designed for ‘spinning’. It’s simple, reliable, extremely lightweight at just 250g and offers excellent value for money.

For anglers wanting an even more affordable reel there’s the Ultron 3000 and 4000. Like the Reflex it only has features you really need, is smooth, compact, powerful and totally reliable.

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Affordability is one area Matrix has concentrated on this year, but not at the expense of quality and performance.

The new Carbo-Flex feeder rods offer outstanding value starting at under £50.00, come in four lengths from 9’ (2.70m) for close range feeder fi shing up to 12’ (3.60m) for distance fi shing, and deliver excellent performance that all anglers will find acceptable.

The SB Seatbox range is another new product that we are extremely proud of. This new mid-priced seatbox offers a modular solution and comes in four different options. It uses the highly acclaimed Superbox 1 drawer units and can be customised to suit your exact requirements.

Perhaps the most surprising new product for 2013 is the Ethos Accessory Chair. Once only used by specimen anglers, Matrix realises more anglers prefer the comfort of a chair, but want the functionality of a seat box. The new Ethos chair has verticle 25mm front legs and can accept all Matrix Snag Free box accessories. The simple design is practical, lightweight and an affordable solution for anglers who prefer to sit upright when fi shing.

Nearly all of the products in the Matrix range are unique.

Designed and tested by us, for specific uses, they offer an alternative to what’s already available and in many instances a better fi sh-catching solution.

Matrix - it’s fresh thinking.

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CONTENTS Matrix Rods Introduction Commercial Water Feeder Fishing The Evolution System Open Water Feeder Fishing Long Range Feeder Fishing Fishing The Bolo International Rules Pole Fishing Which Pole Float?

SeatBoxes & Box Accessory Introduction Getting Organised Hardware for Pole Fishing Stillwater Feeder Fishing Set-up Easy Transport Are You Fishing Comfortably Luggage Introduction Rod Storage Tackle Storage Pole Elastic Set-ups Hooks - the hooks that won a small fortune!

Reflex 4000 Reel Matrix Product Reference

Rods

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MATRIX RODS HAVE RECEIVED EXCELLENT REVIEWS

BY ALL WHO HAVE USED THEM. THE RANGE COVERS A WIDE VARIETY OF MATCH AND GENERAL FISHING STYLES AND HAS BEEN DEVELOPED FOR BOTH UK AND EUROPEAN ANGLERS. There are currently six ranges in the Matrix rod range.

The established Carpmaster range has been designed for the latest match carp fishing methods and covers everything from short range feeder work to long range Method feeder fishing, and also ‘commercial water’ float methods.

The Horizon range is designed for long range feeder fishing, primarily on large European waters where distance casting is essential, and is now regarded as one of the best ranges available for extreme performance.

The Ultron range covers a broad spectrum of float and feeder methods and offers excellent value for money, whilst the Reflex float rods have superbly refined actions more suitable for traditional stick float and waggler fishing.

New for 2013 is the exceptional value Carbo-Flex feeder range which offers versatile performance across a wide rage of feeder methods and the Reflex Bolo rods designed for Bolognese fishing across Europe.

Finally there are two pole ranges.

The Finesse is a flagship match anglers pole designed for International competition fishing where length limits of 13 metres are imposed. The Power X range offers outstanding power and value making it suitable for carp fishing in the UK and on ‘Carpadromes’ in Europe.

See pages 52 - 55 for Rods

SEATBOXES & BOX ACCESSORY INTRODUCTION Matrix Snag-Free box accessories are designed to fit on 25mm round legs found on most seat boxes including the Matrix Superbox 1 and Matrix SB range.

All feature a unique non-marking ‘Snag Free’ knuckle that reduces the chance of line getting wrapped around the hand wheel or the knuckle.

Seatboxes

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THE MATRIX SEATBOX RANGE NOW FEATURES TWO SEATBOX DESIGNS, THE ESTABLISHED SUPERBOX 1 AND THE NEW SB RANGE. BOTH USE THE SAME TOP UNITS, 25MM LEGS AND ARE BUILT TO OUR EXCLUSIVE DESIGN.

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he Matrix Seatbox range consists of two styles, the established premium Superbox 1 and the new SB range. Both of these are designed exclusively by Matrix and are not available from any other company. The drawer units on both boxes are common and regarded by many as the best available. The aluminium legs are 25mm in diameter to conform to the most popular size used across Europe, and provide excellent stability.

With its understated black ‘stealth-like’ finish, Snag-Free fittings and brilliant drawer units, the Matrix Superbox 1 has been a huge success since its launch. The premium quality Superbox 1 not only looks visually stunning, it performs superbly too and has received high acclaim from angling journalists and satisfied customers.

The new Matrix SB Seatbox range has been designed to complement the established Superbox 1. Offering outstanding value for money, combined with a high quality ‘modular’ system, which uses the Matrix Superbox 1 Drawer and Tray Units, their are four options within the range offering excellent value. These options can then be added to, creating the perfect seatbox solution depending on personal preference. The ‘H’ Frame, Footplate and 25mm legs are made from lightweight aluminium and are sold separately for anglers wanting to build their own seatbox system.

To complement the Seatboxes is a high quality range of Snag Free accessories which are designed to fit 25mm diameter legs. These have the exclusive Matrix Snag Free fitting which reduces the chance of line getting caught on the tightening wheels.

See pages 46 - 47 for Seatboxes

POLE ELASTIC SET-UPS

Pole Elastics Which Is best?

SOLID OR HOLLOW - WHICH IS BEST? IT’S A QUESTION THAT ALWAYS GETS ANGLERS TALKING SO PERHAPS TWO OF BRITAIN’S TOP ANGLERS CAN SHED SOME LIGHT ON WHICH IS BEST!

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arren Martin and Les Thompson are top match anglers who just happened to win Britain’s most prestigious and richest matches last year - the £25,000 Fish ‘O’ Mania and the £50,000 Match This final.

Both won catching carp on the pole so they are more than qualified to give their opinion on pole elastic set-ups. So which is best?

ELASTIC SET-UPS - WHO USES WHAT Warren’s Elastics

Les’s Elastics

MATRIX SOLID ELASTIC

MATRIX HOLLOW ELASTIC

Small Carp and F1’s Size 8 (1.27mm)

Silver Fish (on carp lakes) Size 8 (Yellow)

Normal Match Carp Size 10 or 12 (1.44/1.60mm) Bagging and Margin fishing Size 16 (2.00mm)

Conclusion

This is where the confusion starts. Warren prefers solid elastics and Les always uses hollow elastics.

To complicate things even further Warren uses a normal Winder Bung with his top kits fully elasticated, whilst Les uses a Pull Bung so he can adjust the elastic tension whilst playing the fish.

Warren’s Way

For Warren his elastic set-ups are all about control. They are simple and he knows what they are going to do, how they are going to react and what pressure he can apply. For him solid elastics give him more control than hollow elastics.

Les’s Way

For Les hollow elastic gives him the initial softness he likes, especially when fishing up in the water on a short line. The addition of a Pull Bung enables him to tighten the elastic once he has unshipped which means he can land fish quickly, even on a soft elastic set-up.

Small Carp and F1’s Size 10 (Orange) Normal Match Carp Size 12 (Red)

Confusion

Above: Les Thompson on his way to the £50,000 Match This title. Les caught mostly F1’s with the odd better carp mixed in and used an Orange elastic throughout.

Left: Warren with his winners catch to win the £25,000 Fish ‘O’ Mania final. As you can see his catch was a mixture of carp and barbel with some larger bonus carp. He used a size 12 solid elastic.

Based on Warren’s and Les’s set-ups there is no ‘best’ way to elasticate your poles for carp fishing, it is very much a case of personal choice.

Warren prefers solid elastic because he feels it gives him more control and he doesn’t use a Pull Bung, so it’s probably fair to say he’s a bit ‘old school’ in his approach.

That doesn’t mean he’s not right up with the best modern match anglers as his results and success in the Fish ‘O’ Mania final prove.

On the other hand Les is an F1 specialist, as those who know him will testify. His gear is refined to perfection and the stretch of hollow elastic is perfect when catching F1’s and also when fishing up in the water. The use of a Pull Bung compensates for his soft elastic approach and helps him land fish quickly once in netting range.

So, if you use solid elastics and are happy, then why change? On the other hand if hollow is your choice, that’s fine too. At least you know even the best can’t agree!

See page 61 for Pole Elastics

HELPING CATCH MORE FISH! Congratulations to Matrix anglers Warren Martin and Les Thompson on winning two of the most prestigious match fishing titles in the UK. Warren powered his way to first spot in the dramatic televised final of Fish ‘O’ Mania and just weeks later Les destroyed a high quality line up in the £50k Match This final at Larford.

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Rods

MATRIX RODS HAVE RECEIVED EXCELLENT REVIEWS

BY ALL WHO HAVE USED THEM. THE RANGE COVERS A WIDE VARIETY OF MATCH AND GENERAL FISHING STYLES AND HAS BEEN DEVELOPED FOR BOTH UK AND EUROPEAN ANGLERS. There are currently six ranges in the Matrix rod range.

The established Carpmaster range has been designed for the latest match carp fishing methods and covers everything from short range feeder work to long range Method feeder fishing, and also ‘commercial water’ float methods.

The Horizon range is designed for long range feeder fishing, primarily on large European waters where distance casting is essential, and is now regarded as one of the best ranges available for extreme performance.

The Ultron range covers a broad spectrum of float and feeder methods and offers excellent value for money, whilst the Reflex float rods have superbly refined actions more suitable for traditional stick float and waggler fishing.

New for 2013 is the exceptional value Carbo-Flex feeder range which offers versatile performance across a wide rage of feeder methods and the Reflex Bolo rods designed for Bolognese fishing across Europe.

Finally there are two pole ranges.

The Finesse is a flagship match anglers pole designed for International competition fishing where length limits of 13 metres are imposed. The Power X range offers outstanding power and value making it suitable for carp fishing in the UK and on ‘Carpadromes’ in Europe.

See pages 52 - 55 for Rods

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COMMERCIAL WATER FEEDER FISHING

Commercial Water

Feeding Fishing OVER THE LAST FEW YEAR SMALL ‘COMMERCIAL’ WATERS HAVE DOMINATED THE MATCH AND PLEASURE SCENE WITH THE METHOD FEEDER BECOMING ONE OF THE MOST EFFECTIVE TACTICS. HERE LES THOMPSON REVEALS THE EVOLUTION OF THE METHOD AND HOW HE FISHES IT.

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The plastic open end feeder was where it all started...

The cage feeder was the next evolution...

Recently the pellet feeder has become popular...

But the Method feeder is still the dominant choice

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mall waters are now dominant on the UK match scene, with more and more anglers turning to them for guaranteed action, and one of the best tactics you can adopt is the Method feeder. Since it’s introduction nearly 20 years ago the Method feeder has changed out of all recognition and today’s modern Methods are far more sophisticated than before, with the Matrix Evolution Method right at the top of the tree.

That’s not to say other feeders don’t work, they do, and all should have a place in a match anglers armoury. Open end and cage feeders are still popular and in recent years the Pellet feeder has become a firm favourite for some, but the fact remains that the Flat Method is still the first choice for most anglers.

THE MATRIX EVOLUTION METHOD FEEDERS ARE THE LATEST IN A LINE OF ADAPTATIONS AND ARE ONE OF THE FEW IN-LINE FEEDERS THAT CAN BE CHANGED WITHOUT BREAKING DOWN YOUR TACKLE. Matrix Evolution

The Matrix Evolution Method feeders are the latest in a line of adaptations and are one of the few in-line feeders that can be changed without breaking down your end tackle. This makes a huge difference for match anglers fishing tight up to islands. In simple terms it means that you can change any Evolution feeder to another in seconds (see page 11), and by adding a Quick Change Lead Clip you can even swop to a lead or a cage feeder.

The big advantage isn’t just speed, it’s accuracy too.

Once you are ‘clipped up’ you can swop feeders and still hit the spot first time, and when the fish are tight to an island, this is essential to keep the fish coming.

Groundbait or Pellets

The choice of wether to use groundbait or pellets depends on many things.

The size of fish in the swim is one of the most important things. If you need to catch larger fish, but are getting pestered with smaller fish or getting lots of liners, a change to pellets can make a huge difference as they create less cloud in the water. Using a Matrix Squeeze and Feed mould enables you to use pellets up to 2mm on a Method feeder, alternatively you can quickly change to a Matrix Evolution Pellet feeder.

Another important point when fishing for large fish is that the Evolution Method feeders don’t have ribs across the middle so you can use big baits safely.

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COMMERCIAL WATER FEEDER FISHING The Right Rods

Matrix Carpmaster feeder rods have been designed especially for match sized carp and the shorter versions are perfect for small waters when fishing up to islands or at distances of no more than 40 metres.

Available in 8’, 9’ and 10’ (there are 11’, 12’ and 13’ models also available for larger waters), the shorter length models are perfect for short range accurate casting. The shorter length and parabolic through action also makes fish-playing safer and enables you to land fish more quickly. One of the reasons why the Carpmaster rods are so popular is that the they don’t break down into equal lengths like many short rods, which then have a joint in the middle of the rod when assembled. The separate short butt of the Carpmaster provides casting control whilst the long middle section provides a seamless playing action without any joint.

For transport you simply break the rod down into its three components (butt, middle section and quiver tip) and place the sections into the EVA transport holder. No rod bands are required.

Big Money Winner

One of the best small water carp anglers in the country is Les Thompson as his £50k win in the ‘Match This’ 2012 final proved. That was fishing the pole, but Les is no stranger to the Method and was in fact one of the anglers behind the design of the Matrix Evolution Feeder System.

Les uses a Carpmaster 9’ model for most of his small water carping, fitted with a Matrix Reflex 4000 reel. This is perfect for small waters and the wide spool improves casting accuracy as it allows line to flow smoothly from the spool - very important when fishing tight to islands.

Interestingly Les only uses 6lb main line for most of his feeder fishing. “The balance and action of the Carpmaster 9’ is so good I don’t feel the need to fish heavier” says Les, who finishes his rig with a 0.13mm or 0.15mm hooklength tied to a Carp Rigger hook using a knotless knot.

Balanced Tackle

With many anglers fishing heavier than ever before it’s interesting that Les uses such light gear. “On pressured waters, fishing lighter gives you an edge, I’m totally convinced of it” states Les. That probably explains why he also uses the lightest weight of feeder he can get away with, although he will increase the weight to prevent it moving if he is getting problems when fishing on steep slopes close to islands.

Perhaps the most startling thing about his set-up is the size 18 hook he almost always uses, in fact Les will often go smaller to keep bites coming.

“Pressured waters require a finely tuned approach and by using a size 18 I can keep bites coming when a larger hook would fail” adds Les confidently. And the interesting thing is we aren’t talking about low weight matches, Les still opts for an 18 if he’s bagging!

THE METHOD FEEDER IS NOW THE MOST DOMINANT METHOD FOR THE MODERN MATCH ANGLER FISHING ON HEAVILY STOCKED WATERS

Get Close

One area anglers often ignore when using the Method feeder is the pole line and the margins.

Fishing a Method on a pole line can be absolutely deadly and Les uses the Evolution Open Method for this line. Without any ribs the feeder is open enabling fish to get at the bait easily.

An underarm cast to 14m is often faster than fishing the pole on the same line and in bad conditions like strong winds it definitely has the upper hand.

Fishing the margins often comes into its own towards the end of a match, and the fish are usually larger too.

What better way to catch a few match winning fish on the Method, as Les says “they never bottom you out on a feeder!”

What Next?

At the moment most people think Method feeder fishing has gone as far as it can on small waters, but you can bet that if Les and the guys at Matrix have anything to do with it there will be another evolution coming along soon. One thing is for sure, when it comes to the Method there’s almost nothing to beat it.

1. HANDLE LENGTH Carpmaster rods have different length handles designed for their intended use.

2. REEL SEATS Soft-touch, custom designed reel seats all have screw down hoods for comfortable use.

3. HOOK KEEPER The hinged hook keeper is easier to use than conventional ‘fixed’ versions.

4. HIGH MODULUS BLANK The Carpmaster blanks all have semi-parabolic actions for optimum fish-playing.

5. GUIDES Feeder rods have lightweight, strong guides suited for their intended use.

Above: The Matrix Carpmaster feeder rods come with an EVA transport holder for transporting rods made-up ready to fish

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THE EVOLUTION SYSTEM

Feeder Fishing

EVOLUTION

THE NEW MATRIX EVOLUTION SYSTEM IS A BRILLIANT, BUT SIMPLE WAY OF INSTANTLY CHANGING FROM FISHING ANY KIND OF FEEDER TO A LEAD WITHOUT HAVING TO BREAK DOWN YOUR KIT.

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he Evolution System has two main components, the Rubber Quick Bead and the Tail Rubber, plus one of the following accessories; the Lead Clip for open ended feeder, cage feeder and bomb work, the Evolution Method Feeder for Method feeder fishing and the Evolution Pellet Feeder for pellet feeder fishing.

Because all three are interchangeable, without having to break down the rig, you don’t need multiple rods set up as you can change from one to another in seconds.

Using the Evolution System gives you total flexibility. If you are fishing a groundbait Evolution Method feeder but are getting too many liners, or small fish are becoming a problem, you can change to a Pellet feeder in seconds.

If you are fishing a feeder, and want to change to a bomb, you can simply add the Quick Change Lead Clip to your main line, add a bomb to the clip and carry on fishing. Using the Evolution System also has another advantage, they are fish safe and enable fish to pull free should a breakage occur.

THE EVOLUTION SYSTEM... EVERYTHING YOU NEED FOR A QUICK CHANGE SET-UP

Evolution Method Feeder Open The Evolution Method feeders come in two styles - with and without hoops.

The Hooped version provides better grip for groundbait or pellets and can be used for medium and long range fishing. The Open version is designed for close work and releases bait quickly. Both styles are in-line and because there are no cross bars can be successfully used with large baits.

The Pellet Feeders have the same quick change stem and position the hookbait perfectly to intercept feeding fish.

All feeders have a hole in the base which enables the hook and Rubber Quick Bead to be passed through for an instant change.

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Evolution Method Feeder Hooped

The Rubber Quick Bead is used to connect your hooklength to the main line. It has a simple quick change facility enabling hooklengths to be changed in seconds.

The Tail Rubbers are used with the Evolution Method Feeders and also the lead clip. These tail rubbers push onto the stem of the Method feeders and also the Lead Clips to make a secure and neat finish.

Evolution Pellet Feeder

The Quick Change Lead Clip has a special groove in the stem for accepting your main line. Once in position the stem is covered by a Tail Rubber which secures the clip and makes a neat finish.

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THE SQUEEZE AND FEED MOULD... THE PERFECT METHOD EVERY TIME Described by many as the best Method Feeder Mould available, the Squeeze and Feed mould from Matrix delivers the perfect loaded Method every time.

1. The deep moulded ends accommodate most Method feeders and provide more movement for compression.

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1. Fill the mould with groundbait or softened small pellets.

2. The unique design of the base, with central slots and compression sides, enables the feeder to be ‘squeezed’ out.

3. The small holes in the base of the mould prevent a vacuum forming during compression producing a better loading.

2. Push the feeder into the mould to compact the mix.

3. Turn over and squeeze the sides together and the feeder drops out!

THE EVOLUTION METHOD FEEDER... THE QUICK CHANGE METHOD FEEDER

1. Pass the hook and the Rubber Quick Bead through the feeder base.

2. Turn the feeder over so the Rubber Quick Bead is on the feeder.

3. Pass the mainline through the slot in the feeder stem.

4. Push the Tail Rubber down over the feeder stem to secure in place

THE EVOLUTION PELLET FEEDER... THE PERFECT WAY TO FISH PELLETS IN A FEEDER

1. Pass the hook and the Rubber Quick Bead through the feeder base.

2. Pass the mainline through the slot in the feeder stem.

3. Push the Tail Rubber down over the feeder stem to secure in place.

4. Ready to use, the Pellet Feeder is free running and fish safe.

THE QUICK CHANGE LEAD CLIP... CHANGE FROM FEEDER TO A BOMB IN SECONDS

1. Pass the mainline through the slot in the Lead Clip.

2. Once the line is inside the Lead Clip it is free running.

3. Slide the lead swivel (or a feeder) onto the Lead Clip arm.

4. Push the Tail Rubber down over the Lead Clip to secure in place.

See page 62 for Method Feeders

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OPEN WATER FEEDER FISHING

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pen water feeder fishing usually means ‘bream’ fishing to many anglers and it’s an undeniable match winning method on many natural venues. Whilst modern feeder methods are often complicated, a simple and patient approach is often best when bream fishing.

The most important requirement when open water feeder fishing is accurate casting.

Line and Length

Without islands to fish up to, open waters often appear featureless and judging accuracy can become more difficult.

The two key parts of hitting the same spot consistently are line and length. For an accurate line pick a far bank marker like a bush or a tree and aim at it. For length use a line clip and feather the cast as the feeder is in the air, so that the line gently hits the clip just before it hits the surface. By moving the rod to the side, as the feeder is about to land, you can cushion the cast and almost place the feeder onto the surface.

Groundbait and Hookbaits

Almost all bream respond to a sweet fishmeal groundbait and there are many pre-made mixes available. Some of these can be quite sticky so make sure you don’t add too much water, you want a fluffy mix that will come out of the feeder once it is on the bottom. Add a few casters, chopped worms and hookbait samples to the mix to give the fish something to feed on. For hookbaits there are many choices and what works on one water may not work on another.

Below: There’s no need to rush when playing bream. Use a through action rod and let it absorb the pressure.

Open Water

A single dead red maggot is always a safe starting point, but don’t ignore multiple maggots, small pieces of chopped worm, pinkies or casters. On waters which see a lot of pellets used a hairrigged 4mm or 6mm pellet can be devastating.

End Tackle

There are two options of feeder to choose from, either plastic open ended and cage versions. A cage feeder releases the groundbait more quickly than a plastic feeder and although it can be used with fine groundbait in shallow water, if used in deep water the groundbait must be stickier and more coarse.

For deeper swims use a plastic feeder which will hold the bait in until it has landed on the bottom. Groundbait falling out of the feeder whilst sinking will attract small fish, which isn’t what you want when fishing for bream, and can also encourage line bites as the fish come off the bottom to intercept the bait. Bream are designed for bottom feeding so that’s where you want them.

Because bream aren’t hard fighting there’s no need to use strong hooklengths and large hooks. Generally a 0.12mm hooklength will cope with most bream fishing situations. Hook size should match the bait size. For single baits a size 20 is usually correct, for double baits and small worm pieces step up to an 18 or even as large as a 14. If the water sees a lot of pellet use try hair rigging a soft 4mm or 6mm pellet.

Take Your Time

Bream fishing is vary rarely a race and one of the worst things you can do is lose a fish in the shoal as this can unsettle them and stop them feeding for a while, or even worse make them leave the swim altogether.

Bites on still waters are almost always steady pulls and there’s often no need to strike quickly. In fact it’s better to let the bite develop and then pick up the rod and gently tighten into the fish. Bites don’t always pull the tip right round but any positive movement, especially if the tip moves and then stays in position, is almost certainly a bite. If the tip moves and then drops back (usually quite quickly) it is probably a liner and should be left.

Once you have tightened on a fish and hooked it, gently lead it away from the shoal.

Bream shake and nod their heads a lot when hooked and this can be felt on the rod, which is why a through action rod like one of the Carpmaster Method Feeder models work so well as the action absorbs the sudden knocks. When the fish gets in netting range guide it into the net, don’t be tempted to chase the fish and spook it which will increase the chance of a hook pull.

Keep It Simple

Successful open water bream fishing is relatively simple.

It requires patience but with fish of 2lb plus it doesn’t take long to put a sizable weight together and can be one of the most satisfying styles of match fishing there is.

OPEN WATER FEEDER FISHING FOR BREAM REQUIRES A METHODICAL APPROACH. MATRIX BOSS RICKY TEALE REVEALS HIS EFFECTIVE METHODS.

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Above: Keep things simple when open water feeder fishing and get set-up correctly by sitting at about 30º to the bank with all of your bait within easy reach.

Far Right: Aim at a far bank marker and use a line clip for accuracy when fishing in open water.

Above: a simple dead red maggot hookbait is always a good bait.

Left: A sweet fishmeal groundbait works well through the year.

GET YOUR SET-UP RIGHT AND YOU CAN QUICKLY BUILD UP A GOOD WEIGHT OF BREAM THE RIGHT GEAR... THE RODS, THE REEL, THE FEEDERS AND THE HOOKS For open water bream fishing the Carpmaster Method Feeder in 11’ (3.30m) or 12’ (3.60m) are perfect.

These rods have through actions for playing fish safely but with enough power in the butt section for accurate casting. The Reflex 4000 reel, with its large diameter spool, is the ideal size for medium range feeder fishing. Ricky uses Super Match hooks which have a wide gape and a small micro barb in a size 20 and Matrix Open Ended Feeders for most of his bream fishing.

See page 52 for Carpmaster Rods, page 59 for Reflex Reel, page 62 for Method Feeders, page 66 for Hooks

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LONG RANGE FEEDER FISHING

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GETTING THE DISTANCE... STAND UP, GET YOUR ARMS AWAY FROM YOUR BODY AND LET RIP! 1. Make sure the distance from the tip to the feeder is at least 2-3’ (60-100cm) and your rod is directly over your head. Look at your far bank marker.

2. Start to drive the rod forward with your right hand. Don’t hit the feeder too hard at first, let the rod do the work as you increase the power.

3. As the rod starts moving faster extend your right arm more and start to pull quickly with your left hand. The rod is now at maximum compression and power.

4. As you let go of the line your right arm should be fully extended. Now watch the feeder in flight and follow it with the tip to reduce line friction.

L LONG RANGE FEEDER FISHING IS MORE THAN JUST AN EXERCISE IN DISTANCE CASTING, IT ALSO REQUIRES A DIFFERENT APPROACH.

ong range feeder fishing for bream is a specialist tactic used widely across Europe on the large lakes and ship canals. By long range we’re talking about 80 metres plus, which is a long way for most anglers, especially when using ‘normal’ tackle. That’s why to fish successfully at long range you need the right gear.

But long range fishing isn’t just about the tackle, it’s equally as important to adapt your methods, bait and fishing strategy.

When fishing for bream at range you can’t fire balls of groundbait in so all feeding has to be done through a feeder.

Because of the distance large capacity feeders can’t be used, so putting down a bed of bait to hold the fish in the swim is out, it’s more about catching one fish at a time and making sure you maximise your chances. That goes against what most bream anglers would like to do, but if you think about it most match carp feeder fishing is about fishing for and catching just one fish at a time, so why should bream be different?

When fishing at close and medium range bream fishing isn’t about speed, but when you are fishing at range and don’t have a lot of bait in the swim, you want to make sure you get your share as the fish move though your swim. That’s why it’s important to use the right groundbait, hookbaits and end tackle. But first you have to have the right gear.

Long Range

Feeding Fishing

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LONG RANGE FEEDER FISHING The Right Gear

Using the right gear to fish at distance is essential and if you haven’t got the right tackle you just aren’t going to be able to compete.

Rods The most important thing you need is a specialist long range feeder rod. The Horizon range comes in four lengths ranging from 3.8m for fishing up to 70m to a 4.5m model for 120m plus. These rods have a special long spigot on the butt section which not only reduces the rod diameter it also creates more low down casting power which is most important.

Of course the casting power in the butt and lower middle section needs to blend in with the fish-playing action in the top section and the Horizon rods get this blend just right. Another important point are the quivertips. The guides on the tip have to be large enough to allow free flow of line and shock leader knots through smoothly and they must be of the correct strength. For fishing at extreme range you need a carbon tip of at least 2oz, any lighter and it will bend too much in the tow. On exposed lakes or large ship canals which tow a 4oz tip is needed.

Reels and Reel Line A large reel is also essential.

Matrix don’t have a reel large enough for the job, but the Fox 12000 size is perfect for

IF YOU ARE FISHING AT RANGE YOU NEED THE RIGHT ROD. IF YOU CAN’T FISH WHERE THE FISH ARE YOU MIGHT AS WELL NOT BOTHER! long range fishing. A big reel is worth the investment and will add a lot of distance to your casting.

Most of the top distance feeder anglers in Europe use braided main line. It has a much thinner diameter, which improves casting distance, and with almost no stretch improves bite registration at distance. To compensate for

the last of stretch use a 10lb mono shock leader of about 6 metres. This shock leader will have some stretch in it, which is helpful when playing fish close to the net as it reduces hook pulls. On calm days the use of a bright coloured braid can show up quick bites better than a dark line, especially whilst your line is sinking.

THE RIGHT GEAR... THE RODS, THE LINE, THE FEEDERS AND THE HOOKS For the ultimate casting performance you need the right rods. The Horizon Feeder range has been designed for distance casting.

Braided mainline like Submerge, with it’s thin diameter, will add distance to your casts and the use of Horizon Feeders makes sure you achieve your potential. Matrix Super Match hooks are lightweight with small micro barbs.

Matrix don’t have a Big Pit reel at the moment so use a Fox 12000 XT reel.

See page 52 for Horizon Rods, page 62 for Method Feeders, page 63 for Line, page 66 for Hooks

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To catch you have to fish to the far bank shelf which is over 80 metres away. It’s deep, it pulls and it’s exposed, normal feeder gear just isn’t up to the job.

Above Right: Groundbait has to be a coarse sticky mix which has food value, stays in the feeder and won’t get washed away.

Right: Small skimmers aren’t what you want when fishing at 100m, thats why bigger baits are used like 3 pinkies, 3 maggots or large peices of worm.

Feeders For fishing at range you have to use an aerodynamic bullet type feeder with the weight at the front like the Matrix Horizon Feeders. These fly straighter and much longer than normal cage feeders.

Don’t use plastic feeders because they will eventually break when they hit the water, metal cage feeders are much stronger but not as streamline as bullet feeders.

Hooks When fishing at distance it is important to try and hook every bite. This means using a bigger hook than perhaps you would normally, but this is okay because for most long range bream fishing the use of bigger baits is common. The Matrix Super Match hooks are perfect because they have a wide gape, a small micro barb and are made from a medium wire. These are the first choice of hook when hooking baits normally like maggots, pinkies or worms.

If using a hair rig with pellets, sweetcorn or mini boilies use the eyed Matrix Feeder Riggers which are specially made for hair rigs using a knotless knot.

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Methods and Bait

For long range fishing a simple standard paternoster set-up is used. There are no swivels or beads which can cause tangles, although some anglers do add a small swivel to their hooklength to prevent spinning up of the hooklength when retrieving quickly. Hook sizes are generally bigger than you would expect and so are the baits used.

It’s important that you are fishing effectively so to avoid being pestered by small fish 2 or 3 maggots (or pinkies) are used or a large piece of chopped worm. On some waters pellets are now being used on a hair rig.

Groundbait has to be different to normal bream fishing. A coarse mix with larger ‘food’ particles is needed which is supplemented with casters, chopped worm and pinkies.

The mix also has to be stickier than a traditional bream groundbait because it needs to stay in the feeder longer, has to cope with the force of the cast and on waters with tow must not be washed away.

Some anglers are now switching to ground pellet

type mixes, which seem to work on some waters but not all. The choice of groundbait is very personal but it must have a good food and attraction value and it has to stay in the feeder until you either get a fish or wind in for a recast.

Putting It Into Action

Long range fishing is all about efficiency. You need the right gear to reach the

fish and you need to make every bite count, especially if the fish are passing through.

Once the fish are in your swim you need to make every bite count so don’t pick up too quickly, give it time to develop - it’s a long way back without a fish! And don’t keep re-casting. If you get your groundbait right you know it will still be in the swim waiting to attract a bite, be confident!

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FISHING THE BOLO

Fishing The

BOLO

MATRIX HAVE LAUNCHED A NEW REFLEX RANGE OF RODS FOR BOLO FISHING. THE DEVELOPMENT, IN CONJUNCTION WITH TOP GERMAN ANGLER CARSTEN RÖSCHL, HAS TAKEN PLACE ON MANY WATERS THROUGH EUROPE. HERE’S A TESTING SESSION ON THE SILO CANAL IN GERMANY WITH RICKY TEALE.

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Ricky Teale puts the new Reflex Bolo rods through their final testing on the Silo Canal in Germany catching bream and skimmers.

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s a true European brand it is important that Matrix keeps pace with new methods and tackle developments. One such method is Bolognese (Bolo) fishing, which although not new is very popular across Europe. To develop the new Reflex range required knowledge of what was needed, both technically and practically, and the Silo Canal in Germany was the place to start.

The Perfect Bolo Rod

Designing rod perfection is almost impossible because anglers have different views on what they want and Bolo rods are no different. They need to be long (at least 6m) to cope with the depth of large rivers and canals and to give good float control. They also need to be light and well balanced as the method requires an active approach of casting, controlling the line and playing fish for several hours.

The start of the Reflex project involved looking at the basic requirements of length and action. The easy part was lengths and we soon realised that two lengths were essential to cover most match fishing situations, both 6 and 7 metres. The action was more difficult to develop due to the nature of the fishing.

There are times when roach and small skimmers are the target, so the tip has to be responsive and sensitive, however there

are other times when larger skimmers and bream are caught so power and control also needs to be considered.

To complicate things further fish up to 12oz (300g) are regularly swung to hand when bagging so strength is important and the rod must have the correct action to make casting large floats easy.

Testing Times

The Silo canal is a German Mecca for match fishing with weights of roach and bream up to 60lb (30kg) possible. It runs hard and is up to 15’ (5m) deep. The most productive method is a positive approach feeding ball of groundbait a chuck with bunches of bloodworm on the hook. For roach the

new slim Run Bolo float is used. This is run through at pace and strikes cleanly. For bream the new Hold Bolo float, with a large shoulder, is used and held back with the bait over depth.

During testing the new Reflex Bolo rods performed as near perfect as possible. They are responsive enough to catch roach, strong enough to swing fish up to 12oz (300g), powerful enough to control bream quickly and have an excellent casting action that copes with floats from 8 to 18g.

Left: Carsten with a net of bream caught testing the new Relex Bolo rods.

Matrix Hold

The Reflex Bolo rods are as perfect as we can get. They are well balanced, sensitive in the tip with a smooth playing action and a powerful butt for casting large floats and fishing in deep rivers and canals.

The two new Bolo floats have long bodies and carbon stems to prevent tangles when casting. The Run is a slim shape used to fish at the pace of the flow, usually for roach and small skimmers, the Hold has a large shoulder for holding back when fishing over depth for bream.

The Super Match hooks have a wide gape that is perfect for large baits and a medium wire which holds well but doesn’t damage soft baits like bloodworm.

Matrix Run

THE RIGHT GEAR... THE RODS AND THE FLOATS

See page 55 for the Reflex Bolo Rod, page 64 for Bolo Floats

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INTERNATIONAL RULES POLE FISHING

International Rules

Pole Fishing INTERNATIONAL RULES POLE FISHING IS QUITE A LOT DIFFERENT TO THE UK. MOST IS DONE ON NATURAL VENUES FOR SILVER FISH, LIKE ROACH AND BREAM, AND THERE IS A LENGTH LIMIT OF 13M WHICH IS WHY MATRIX DEVELOPED THE FLAGSHIP FINESSE COMPETITION.

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esigning a top of the range 13m pole for the International angler was a new experience for Matrix. To create an outstanding 13m pole, for International rules fishing, isn’t as simple as leaving off a couple of sections from a 16m pole, it requires a new taper design to get the best balance and stiffness.

The Finesse, at exactly 13 metres, is a stunning fast taper match pole designed to cope with International methods, which tend to be more aggressive than UK silver fish methods. Venues are often natural rivers or canals, are usually quite deep, and don’t contain that many carp, so extreme strength isn’t a major factor. What is important is that the pole must be exactly 13 metres, which is why the Finesse top kits are already cut back to take a 1.2mm elastic (number 8). And top kits differ compared to UK top kits. We need short strong top kits for carp, International competition anglers want long top kits to cope with depths of up to 5 metres. The Finesse has two different top kit options, a Standard Top Kit for fishing floats up to 8g and a River Top Kit for large flat floats and strong powerful flows. There’s also a top 5 Cupping Kit. As you would expect all kits are the same length.

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INTERNATIONAL MATCH VENUES TEND TO BE NATURAL RIVERS AND CANALS WHICH ARE OFTEN DEEP, FAST FLOWING AND SILVER FISH METHODS ARE OFTEN MORE AGGRESSIVE THAN IN THE UK.

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WHICH POLE FLOAT?

NOT SURE WHICH FLOAT TO CHOOSE FOR THE JOB. WITH SO MANY TO CHOOSE FROM IT CAN BE CONFUSING AT TIMES. MATRIX PRODUCE A CONCISE RANGE SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR CERTAIN METHODS AND SITUATIONS. HERE’S OUR GUIDE TO WHICH FLOAT DOES WHAT JOB.

Choosing the right

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Series 8

Series 2

Series 7

Series 3

SERIES 1, 2, 3, 7, 8 Series 1

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loat choice is a very personal thing and what suits one angler doesn’t always suit another, but there are certain features which most anglers agree on and it is these features that we build into Matrix floats. As you will see our concise float ranges are designed for specific uses or specific species, we don’t design hundreds of different patterns because quite honestly anglers don’t need that many!

The Carp Series (1, 2, 3, 7, 8) are designed to withstand the punishment that carp fishing puts on floats and all have either a carbon or fibre stem for strength. The Poly Series have bodies made from the latest closed cell foam (not balsa wood) which is waterproof, so even if the paint surface gets damaged water isn’t absorbed. Pencil shaped floats are becoming more popular and the Pencil Series offers three options to suit different styles of fishing. The Sight Tip Series is made especially for European anglers fishing deep and often exposed waters. These are very sensitive but also stable in windy conditions thanks to their long stems and the long carbon tips with a plastic sight tip at the top. Finally there is the Silver Fish Series (9, 10), which as the name suggests are designed for silver fish. The two models in the range cover most modern silver fish fishing.

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Series 10

Series 9

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The Poly Series is made from waterproof closed cell foam which will not absorb water. They have hollow tips, which can be easily shotted for perfect bite registration, and are suited to carp fishing during the summer months when the fish are active. The Line Through model has a fine plastic insert through the body, just under the eye, where the line can be passed to prevent damage to the body when playing fish.

The Poly Hold is designed for Europe and comes in a wide range of sizes up to 20g. Perfect for holding back and slowing down the bait on moving waters it offers great stability.

SIGHT TIPS

SERIES 9,10

The Silver Fish Series are versatile patterns suited to a wide range of styles. The Series 9 has a plastic tip and is a favourite of Carsten Röschl. Designed for fishing on the bottom with a wide range of baits it has a long carbon stem for stability and a plastic tip for sensitivity.

The Series 10 is designed for fine presentation and has a fibre tip for excellent sensitivity and a wire stem for stability.

Poly Hold

Poly All Round

POLY SERIES

Poly Line Through

A lot of anglers fishing commercial carp venues are now using Pencil floats. These floats are ideal for lifting and dropping baits to induce bites, especially when using pellets fishing for F1’s. They are also very good for caster fishing.

Although all three models look similar there are differences. Series 4 and 6 have a carbon stem, however the Series 4 has a thicker tip for use with large baits including meat and corn.

The Series 6 has a slimmer tip more suited to F1’s and smaller baits like 2 or 4mm pellets. The Series 5 has a wire stem and a thin plastic tip and has been designed for use with maggots and casters, especially on the drop

Poly Slim

Series 6

Series 5

Series 4

PENCILS SERIES 4, 5, 6

The Carp Series are tough floats designed for match carp fishing. The Series 1 is often described as the perfect F1 float. Designed for fishing a bulk, with dropper shot, it has a hollow tip which can be dotted right down and a thick carbon stem for stability. This is one of Les Thompson’s favourites.

Series 3 and 8 are tough floats with fibreglass stems glued directly into the hollow tip for added strength. The short length of the Series 3 is perfect for margin fishing and is a favourite of Warren Martin.

The Series 2 has a thick top making it perfect for larger baits and fishing shallow.

Sight Tip floats have a long carbon tip with a plastic sight tip.

They offer excellent sensitivity combined with stability and are perfect for windy conditions.

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SEATBOXES & BOX ACCESSORY INTRODUCTION

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Matrix Snag-Free box accessories are designed to fit on 25mm round legs found on most seat boxes including the Matrix Superbox 1 and Matrix SB range.

All feature a unique non-marking ‘Snag Free’ knuckle that reduces the chance of line getting wrapped around the hand wheel or the knuckle.

Seatboxes

THE MATRIX SEATBOX RANGE NOW FEATURES TWO SEATBOX DESIGNS, THE ESTABLISHED SUPERBOX 1 AND THE NEW SB RANGE. BOTH USE THE SAME TOP UNITS, 25MM LEGS AND ARE BUILT TO OUR EXCLUSIVE DESIGN.

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he Matrix Seatbox range consists of two styles, the established premium Superbox 1 and the new SB range. Both of these are designed exclusively by Matrix and are not available from any other company. The drawer units on both boxes are common and regarded by many as the best available. The aluminium legs are 25mm in diameter to conform to the most popular size used across Europe, and provide excellent stability.

With its understated black ‘stealth-like’ finish, Snag-Free fittings and brilliant drawer units, the Matrix Superbox 1 has been a huge success since its launch. The premium quality Superbox 1 not only looks visually stunning, it performs superbly too and has received high acclaim from angling journalists and satisfied customers.

The new Matrix SB Seatbox range has been designed to complement the established Superbox 1. Offering outstanding value for money, combined with a high quality ‘modular’ system, which uses the Matrix Superbox 1 Drawer and Tray Units, their are four options within the range offering excellent value. These options can then be added to, creating the perfect seatbox solution depending on personal preference. The ‘H’ Frame, Footplate and 25mm legs are made from lightweight aluminium and are sold separately for anglers wanting to build their own seatbox system.

To complement the Seatboxes is a high quality range of Snag Free accessories which are designed to fit 25mm diameter legs. These have the exclusive Matrix Snag Free fitting which reduces the chance of line getting caught on the tightening wheels.

See pages 46 - 47 for Seatboxes

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GETTING ORGANISED

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aving the right seatbox is very important. Not only does it hold tackle, rigs and accessories, it is also the base for your fishing. Over recent years more emphasis has been put on seatboxes and box accessories which is why Matrix takes the subject so seriously.

The Matrix seatbox range comprises the top of the range Superbox 1 and the new modular SB range which offers versatility and outstanding value for money. Both boxes use the same drawer and storage units.

Quality Units

The units on Matrix seatboxes are engineered to perfection and are regarded by many as the best available. A wide range of drawer and storage units are available to enable you to tailor your box to your exact requirements.

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Snag Free Accessories

To turn your seatbox into a complete fishing station there is a full range of Snag Free box accessories to complement your box.

General, pole and feeder accessories are all included, plus bait storage solutions to make your fishing easier.

HAVING THE RIGHT SEATBOX AND ACCESSORIES IS NOW ESSENTIAL FOR MATCH ANGLERS AND MATRIX HAS THE ANSWER

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Built on a hollow round aluminium chassis for strength, the Superbox 1 uses 25mm round legs for stability, all of which have telescopic adjustment for perfect levelling.

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• Lightweight aluminium frame with anodised black finish

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• 25mm round legs with large swivel feet • Pole seat with pole recess and Cross Drawer Unit • Deep Cross Drawer Unit • Shallow Tray Unit and Spacer Unit

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• Integral footplate slides under the chassis • Snag-Free fittings throughout

THE SUPERBOX 1... HIGH PERFORMANCE COMBINED WITH OUTSTANDING LOOKS

1. POLE SEAT The top quality pole seat is comfortable and practical with a strong moulded pole butt recess for using with pole rests. Features a built-in shallow winder drawer.

2. SPIRIT LEVEL A small spirit level, to ensure a perfectly level set-up, is concealed on the front of the pole seat and hidden by a protective sliding cover.

3. FAIL SAFE DRAWER UNITS The Drawer units are strong and secure, they work in a modular way and are available in two versions Deep (50mm) or Shallow (25mm).

4. TOP UNIT CONNECTION The top units connect onto a plate which is situated on the top of the chassis frame. You can place which unit you want directly onto the frame.

5. ADDITIONAL STORAGE Additional drawer units can be placed under the main storage units. These slide easily into place and are held securely with a quick release clip.

6. TELESCOPIC LEGS The 25mm round legs can be adjusted to your preferred height. Adjustments can be made using the internal square leg, enabling a perfectly level set-up.

THE NEW SB SEATBOX... VERSATILE, MODULAR AND OUTSTANDING VALUE

SB1

SB1F

SB2

SB2F

The new Matrix SB Seatbox range has been designed to complement the established Superbox 1.

Offering outstanding value for money, combined with a high quality ‘modular’ system, which uses the Matrix Superbox 1 Drawer and Tray Units, there are four options within the range offering excellent value. These options can then be added to, creating the perfect seatbox solution depending on personal preference.

The ‘H’ Frame, folding Footplate and 25mm legs are made from lightweight aluminium and are sold separately for anglers wanting to build their own system.

See pages 46 - 47 for Seatboxes

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HARDWARE FOR POLE FISHING

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o fish a pole efficiently you need a lot of additional tackle. In fact it’s not until you start using box accessories designed for pole fishing that you realise just how essential they really are. From simple Tulip Pole Rests to Folding Pole Supports, Matrix has all options covered.

The most obvious accessory you need is a pole roller and there’s nothing more versatile than the Super Flat Pole Roller.

This ultra stable roller has a huge height range adjustment and differs from many as it can be used directly on the ground making it perfect for raised banks.

Pole Support

In recent years pole supports have become more popular and the new Matrix Folding Pole Support offers an excellent solution. For fishing on a river using a flat float, where you need to hold your pole still to fish properly, a pole support is essential. It is also very useful if fishing

at long range, especially when fishing a very short line between the pole tip and float. The big advantage of the Snag Free Folding Pole Support is the fact that it can be packed away without having to break it down.

Simply remove it from your seatbox legs, fold it down and pack it away.

YOU CAN’T DO WITHOUT SEATBOX ACCESSORIES IF YOU WANT TO FISH THE POLE EFFICIENTLY. MATRIX MAKES A WIDE RANGE TO COVER ALL REQUIREMENTS.

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Roosts And Rests

For the safe storage of spare top kits you need a roost that holds the kits securely. In the past roosts were made from cut EVA foam but the problem with them was that in windy conditions the kits could be blown off the roost.

The new Snag Free Pole Roost Complete comes with 7 Tulip Rest heads which grip the kits securely overcoming the problem.

With a Snag Free fitting at each end this can be attached to a rear box leg or a Matrix Side Tray leg and positioned within easy reach.

For balling in groundbait at the start of a match the Up & Over Pole Rest is an efficient support covered in protective foam to prevent any pole damage.

Once fishing you need a way of holding the pole once the top kit has been unshipped.

There are two options in the Matrix range to chose from depending on your preference. The Pole Sock is excellent for steep banks as it prevents the unshipped pole moving forward. For flatter situations the simple Tulip Pole Rest works perfectly and can accommodate the largest diameter top kits.

If you are double unshipping because of a restrictive bank behind you the use of a foam covered Protector Bar will keep the unshipped section safely off the ground.

SUPER FLAT POLE ROLLER

The Super Flat Pole Roller comes in two sizes and is an improvement on existing rollers. Featuring long telescopic legs with additional tension bars for stability, both rollers also come with a unique ‘Ground Spike’ for use directly on the ground.

• Available in Standard and Large sizes • Cam locking on tension bars of legs for stability • Cam locks on telescopic legs for perfect adjustment • Unique additional ‘Ground Spikes’ for use without legs when fishing with raised bank behind • Standard Roller - Width 54cm. Height 0-60cm • Large Roller - Width 70cm. Height 0-80cm • Folds flat for easy transport

Side Trays

To keep bait close to hand you need a side tray and the Matrix Aluminium Side Tray offers the perfect versatile solution and can accommodate 6 bait tubs with room to spare. It has a Snag Free adaptor on one side to connect to your box and two adjustable legs on the other. These legs have a hidden thread fitting under the end cap for attaching other accessories.

Other bait holding solutions include the Snag Free Bowl and Hoop, available in both a round or square profile.

These are perfect for keeping groundbait close to hand and the Snag Free 2 Bait Tub Bait Waiter for additional bait storage. Both have a Snag Free fitting which can be fitted to any 25mm box leg.

POLE FISHING ACCESSORIES... YOU’VE NEVER HAD IT SO GOOD TULIP POLE REST This simple Tulip Pole Rest is perfect for storing an unshipped pole and will cope with large diameter sections.

POLE SOCK Pole socks have become very popular and are superb when fishing with a steep back behind you.

POLE ROOST The Matrix Pole Roost Complete has 7 Tulip Rest heads which hold spare top kits securely and within easy reach.

POLE SUPPORT For holding a float still on moving water for fishing ultra long lengths a pole support is essential for effective fishing.

See pages 48 - 49 for Pole Rollers and Pole Accessories

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Set-up correctly for

Feeder Fishing SETTING YOUR SEATBOX UP CORRECTLY, WITH A FEEDER ARM IN THE RIGHT PLACE AND BAIT TO HAND WILL NOT ONLY MAKE FISHING MORE COMFORTABLE, YOU’LL ALSO CATCH MORE FISH. HERE’S HOW TO DO IT.

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FEEDER FISHING SET-UP... USE THE RIGHT GEAR AND GET YOURSELF ORGANISED LEVEL SEATBOX Make sure your seatbox is level, placed at an angle of about 30º to the bank and you can get on and off it easily.

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hen feeder fishing on an open water it is important to position yourself correctly. The ideal position is to have your seatbox at about a 30° to the bank, facing in the same direction as the wind is blowing and not into it.

This is more comfortable and also makes bites easier to see. It is also important to make sure you have no trees, bushes or long grass behind you that might prevent you casting properly or be in your way when striking.

Getting Things Level

It is also important to use the adjustable legs on your seatbox to get everything as level as possible. All Matrix seatboxes come with a spirit level in front of the seat which makes things easier.

Ideally you need to try to get as much of the leg as

MEGA FEEDER ARM The Matrix Mega Feeder Arm connects to the box leg in two places for rock solid stability and easy adjustment.

ROD REST HEAD The Matrix Feeder Rest. It’s simple with no protrusions to catch line and you can move the rod in small increments for perfect placement.

SIDE TRAY AND BOWL Use a Matrix Side Tray for all of your bait and accessories and a Groundbait Bowl & Hoop for your groundbait.

possible above the frame to be able to get your side tray and other accessories at the perfect height. Last, and by no means least, make sure you can get on and off your box safely. You don’t want to be stepping over accessories to move around.

pivot points on the arm making it very stable, even in the strongest flows and windiest conditions. It can also be extended which enables you to support the rod about 50% up its length, which in turn reduces tip bounce in windy conditions.

The feeder rest head is also an important consideration.

It should enable you to move your rod in small increments, so you get exactly the right tension on the tip, and should not have an protrusions which might catch the line.

The Snag Free Feeder Rest might look very simple but it works perfectly and is a brilliant stillwater feeder rest.

Keep Bait Close

Using A Feeder Arm

Setting up your feeder arm and butt support is very important. No only does it need to be positioned in the right place it needs to be as stable as possible.

There are three choices of Feeder Arm in the Matrix Snag Free range. The standard Feeder Arm, the Adjustable Feeder Arm and the new Mega Feeder Arm which has two leg connection points for increased stability.

This is perfect for distance feeder and river work and can be adjusted to suit lots of different positions.

The construction of the Mega Feeder Arm is very important. It has interlocking

Position The Butt

There are several options for resting your rod butt. Some anglers like to place the rod butt on their knee or seatbox seat, but for comfort use a Snag Free Protector Bar. If you position it close to you it enables you to move about on your box to prepare bait or load a feeder without altering the set up of your rod.

Good side trays are a very important part of the feeder anglers set up as they give room to place several bait options (maggots, casters, pinkies, worms, pellets, etc.) along with spare accessories and feeders, close to hand.

The Matrix Side Tray has the capacity you need to do just that. It is designed to comfortably take six 3.3 pint bait boxes, with room to spare. The tray has a single fixing on one side, to fix it to your box and two adjustable 25mm legs on the other side for stability. The end caps of the legs can be removed to reveal a threaded insert. For storage when being transported the legs are pushed into clips on the underside of the tray making it very neat and compact.

The perfect way to store your groundbait is in an EVA Bowl and Hoop. These come in both round and square versions and should be positioned at the front of the side tray so that it is easily accessible.

The new Matrix Snag Free Mega Feeder Arm - one of the most stable feeder arms available

See pages 48 - 49 for Feeder Arms

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EASY TRANSPORT / ARE YOU FISHING COMFORTABLY

The Easy To Steer

Trolley

THE MATRIX TROLLEY HAS A REVOLUTIONARY SUSPENSION. IT OFFERS THE STABILITY OF A TWO WHEELED TROLLEY WITH THE MANOEUVRABILITY OF A SINGLE WHEEL.

The large base holds loads of gear making one trip possible.

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othing beats a trolley for getting your kit to your peg quickly and with anglers taking more tackle to their swim they are now common.

With lots of options to choose from, one of the best available is the Matrix Trolley with its brilliant double wheel pivot suspension.

In the past there have been two choices for ‘barrow’ type trolleys – single or double wheeled. The single wheel option offers good manoeuvrability but lacks stability, is more difficult to push on rough ground and is tiring on the arms.

The double wheel is more stable, easier to push but difficult to manoeuvre. With the Matrix Trolley you get the best of both worlds.

Like many trolleys there is a big load area to accommodate the largest of seatboxes and at least one large carryall, the Matrix Trolley also has a waterproof carry bag fitted between the handles for clothing. The wide positioning of the wheels and the positioning of the suspension improves balance and stability and combined with the high quality pneumatic tyres makes the trolley easy to push over smooth and rough ground

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The pivot suspension keeps the load area flat and more stable.

Pivot Suspension

The real benefit of the Matrix Trolley is the twin wheel pivot suspension which makes manoeuvring and steering much easier than most other two wheel trolleys available.

This suspension also keeps the load area of the trolley flat when the ground slopes, something which doesn’t normally happen with two wheel versions. To turn sharp corners is simple with the Matrix Trolley and is no different to riding a bike, you simply lean the trolley slightly and the wheels automatically turn providing the turning performance of a single wheel with the stability of two.

The rear waterproof carry bag is designed for clothing.

The Matrix Trolley is easy to pack down too and depending on the size of you car can be broken down totally flat or left part assembled.

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he new Ethos Accessory Chair is the perfect solution for anglers wanting the comfort of fishing from a chair, with the practicalities of fishing in an upright position using accessories to make fishing easier and more efficient.

Perfect for anglers who fish using match type methods, the Ethos Accessory Chair combines excellent height adjustability to suit all preferences, with the ability to use Snag Free box accessories on the vertical front legs.

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The Perfect Feeder Chair

Weighing less than 5kg, and easy to transport using the supplied shoulder strap, the chair has a low back design which does not inhibit arm movement when casting.

This makes it great for feeder and float fishing where overhead casting is required.

For the feeder angler the addition of a Matrix Snag Free Feeder Arm provides a great solution on man-made fisheries. Add a Snag Free Groundbait Bowl and Hoop, or a 2 Bait Tub Bait Waiter and you have everything to hand for comfortable and efficient fishing.

Fishing Adjustability

Because both the front and rear legs adjust on the Accessory Chair, it is very easy to obtain the perfect height for pole fishing without the front legs getting in the way. This means you can swivel sideways and rest your pole across your legs as you would on a seat box or if you prefer face forwards and use a pole support. The options with this simple, but effective chair are literally endless.

Black Is Back

For former match anglers the black colour will be a bonus. Matching with Ethos Luggage, the Accessory Chair is more efficient to fish from than most ‘specialist’ green chairs available and the black colour makes a statement that you aren’t a ‘specimen or specialist’ angler but an angler who fishes match style methods seriously.

The shoulder strap makes the chair easy to transport.

THE MATRIX ETHOS ACCESSORY CHAIR COMBINES COMFORT WITH A PRACTICAL DESIGN THAT ALLOWS ACCESSORIES TO BE USED ON THE LEGS FOR MORE EFFICIENT FISHING.

Are You Fishing

Comfortably?

See page 46 for Matrix Trolley, page 51 for Ethos Chair

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LUGGAGE INTRODUCTION

Luggage

ETHOS AND AZUR MAKE UP THE MATRIX LUGGAGE RANGE. BOTH ARE MANUFACTURED TO HIGH STANDARDS AND OFFER EXCELLENT BUILD QUALITY COMBINED WITH OUTSTANDING VALUE. Ethos is our top end luggage range for modern match anglers who require innovative storage and transport solutions. Azur is a simple ‘traditional’ range combining quality with visual appeal at an easily affordable price. Whichever range you select you can be sure that for the money there’s nothing more reliable.

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Tough snap-lock clips

Waterproof protective base

Super strong metal zips

Extra tough stitching

See pages 56 - 57 for Luggage

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ROD STORAGE

Versatile

Rod Storage MORE ANGLERS ARE NOW TRANSPORTING RODS MADE-UP AND READY TO FISH. MATRIX OFFERS VERSATILE OPTIONS TO MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO FISH WHEN YOU NEED TO BE.

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ROD ACCESSORY HOLDALL... BRILLIANT STORAGE WITH A FREE ACCESSORY CASE INCLUDED

The Ethos Rod Accessory Holdall has separate pockets for individual rods.

There are pockets at the base of the holdall for Ethos Accessory Bags.

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od transport is now more important than ever before, especially for match anglers who have more methods to choose from and less time to set up. Fortunately Matrix has several rod storage and transport solutions to cover almost all situations and preferences, available in two ranges – Ethos and Azur.

The stunning black Ethos is a premium luggage range offering three different rod storage options, the blue and black colour Azur is a value for money range that offers two options in varying sizes.

Made Up Rods

To satisfy the increasing numbers of anglers now taking rods already made-up, Ethos has two options, the Rod Accessory Holdall in both 2 and 4 rod versions, which has internal pockets at the base for Ethos Accessory Bags. These bags are perfect for storing feeders, leads and other accessories which are to be used with the rods. With built-in protective stiffeners, padded dividers and full length zips they are safe and easy to use. Both the 2 and 4 rod options come with an adjustable shoulder strap, a separate carry handle and a free Ethos Accessory Bag. For anglers wanting a versatile hybrid solution take a look at the Super Rod & Pole Holdall. This holdall has storage for two made-up rods in a padded storage compartment, plus two additional full length compartments for a pole, top kits and other unmade rods. Externally there is a pocket for banksticks, feeder arms and longer box accessories. Fitted with a shoulder strap and carry handle the Super Rod & Pole Holdall has a broad flat profile for transporting on a barrow or trolley.

For anglers wanting an alternative made-up solution there is the Azur Rod Holder. This is available in a 1.65m length for madeup storage of 3 piece rods or a 1.90m length for 2 piece rod storage. Both lengths come in 2, 3 and 4 rod versions with an external pocket for banksticks and twin shoulder straps so the holdalls can be carried on the back like a rucksack.

The Accessory Bags are perfect for storing feeders, leads or other tackle used with the rods.

Pole and Rod Storage

For pole and unmade rod storage the Ethos Rod Holdall comes in two sizes – the Medium will accommodate 8 tubes, the Large has a huge 10+ capacity. Both holdalls have a wide flat profile making them easy to place on other luggage when using a barrow. Alternatively there is an adjustable padded carry strap and a carry handle. The main storage compartment has full length zips enabling the holdall to be opened flat for easy access and the two external pockets for a brolly and other long accessories have long zips for easy access.

For anglers who want a great value for money solution, the Azur range features a traditional Rod Holdall in Small (6 tube), Medium (8 tube) and Large (10 tube) capacities. These are all 1.90m long for storing 16m poles and have a long external pocket for net handles and a brolly and a short pocket for shorter accessories. All Azur holdalls have a protective base, an adjustable shoulder strap and a carry handle.

Azur Rod Holdalls come in 3 sizes and have external pockets for accessories

See pages 56 - 57 for Rod Storage

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TACKLE STORAGE

Practical

Tackle Storage BAIT, NETS, ACCESSORIES, THE AMOUNT OF TACKLE ANGLERS TAKE TO A MATCH HAS INCREASED MASSIVELY. TO COPE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS MATRIX HAS SOME PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS

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Net storage comes in the form of the Matrix Stink Bag (left) or the Ethos Net & Accessory Bag with a built-in ‘stink bag’ (above).

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ith anglers taking more gear than ever before efficient storage and transport solutions are becoming more important than ever. The days of using just a carryall type bag for bait, tackle and your nets are long gone and anglers now need separate solutions for bait, nets, accessories and seatbox accessories.

The Matrix Ethos range covers just about all requirements and all of the luggage has been designed to be transported on a trolley/barrow or by hand.

THE MATRIX ETHOS RANGE COVERS JUST ABOUT ALL REQUIREMENTS Bait Solutions

Anglers are now very aware of the importance of keeping bait in the best condition possible, which is why the Ethos Bait Bag and the Ethos Tackle & Bait Carryall both have thermally lined compartments. This lining not only keeps the bait cool, it is also easy to wipe clean.

Both of the bait bags have side pockets which can be used for accessories like bait pumps and meat cutters, or for extra bait like bags of pellets, leam and groundbait. The new Ethos Bait Bag is a compact bag with a remarkably large capacity and can accommodate up to 8 x 3.3 pint bait tubs, plus accessories in the side pockets. The Tackle & Bait Bag is a brilliant solution for anglers using a barrow or trolley. The huge capacity will accommodate all of the bait you could need for a match, plus accessories in the side pockets. Both bags have a padded carry handle and adjustable shoulder strap.

Net Storage

Taking more than one net is now the norm, with most match anglers having at least two, possibly three or even four nets, plus a landing net. This is why Matrix has several net transport options.

The Matrix Stink Bag is a tough waterproof bag that will accommodate up to three nets. It has a full zip top for easy access and sealed seams to ensure water does not escape in transit.

The Ethos Net and Accessory Bag is a hybrid bag with a difference. Available in Single and 2/3 Net options, the nets are placed in a waterproof ‘stink bag’ type pocket. There is also an open side pocket for large items like side trays.

The main compartment folds open to reveal two large zipped pockets which can be used for storage of seatbox accessories or the Ethos Accessory Bags which are designed with adjustable dividers for the storage of feeders, spools, and other small accessories.

Traditional Storage

The Ethos Carryall is an all purpose carryall which has a side net pocket and a huge main compartment.

Available in 55 litre and 65 litre capacities with additional side pockets, these classic carryalls are perfect for a wide range of tackle.

Also available in the Azur range is the 45 litre and 55 litre Carryall which has all of the same features - side net compartment, large internal compartment and accessory side pockets.

Total Protection

All Matrix luggage is made from tough material designed for strength and continuous use and has a waterproof reinforced base which is scuff and wear resistant to ensure the product lives up to expectations.

Padded carry handles, adjustable shoulder straps and fully zipped compartments and pockets are also common throughout the range.

Left: The Ethos Net & Accessory Bag showing the two large storage pockets.

Right: The Azur Carryall is a classic design with universal applications.

See pages 56 - 57 for Tackle Storage

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POLE ELASTIC SET-UPS

Pole Elastics Which Is best?

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SOLID OR HOLLOW - WHICH IS BEST? IT’S A QUESTION THAT ALWAYS GETS ANGLERS TALKING SO PERHAPS TWO OF BRITAIN’S TOP ANGLERS CAN SHED SOME LIGHT ON WHICH IS BEST!

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arren Martin and Les Thompson are top match anglers who just happened to win Britain’s most prestigious and richest matches last year - the £25,000 Fish ‘O’ Mania and the £50,000 Match This final.

Both won catching carp on the pole so they are more than qualified to give their opinion on pole elastic set-ups. So which is best?

ELASTIC SET-UPS - WHO USES WHAT Warren’s Elastics

Les’s Elastics

Small Carp and F1’s Size 8 (1.27mm)

Silver Fish (on carp lakes) Size 8 (Yellow)

Normal Match Carp Size 10 or 12 (1.44/1.60mm)

Small Carp and F1’s Size 10 (Orange)

Bagging and Margin fishing Size 16 (2.00mm)

Normal Match Carp Size 12 (Red)

MATRIX SOLID ELASTIC

Confusion

Conclusion

This is where the confusion starts. Warren prefers solid elastics and Les always uses hollow elastics.

To complicate things even further Warren uses a normal Winder Bung with his top kits fully elasticated, whilst Les uses a Pull Bung so he can adjust the elastic tension whilst playing the fish.

Warren’s Way

For Warren his elastic set-ups are all about control. They are simple and he knows what they are going to do, how they are going to react and what pressure he can apply. For him solid elastics give him more control than hollow elastics.

Les’s Way

For Les hollow elastic gives him the initial softness he likes, especially when fishing up in the water on a short line. The addition of a Pull Bung enables him to tighten the elastic once he has unshipped which means he can land fish quickly, even on a soft elastic set-up.

MATRIX HOLLOW ELASTIC

Above: Les Thompson on his way to the £50,000 Match This title. Les caught mostly F1’s with the odd better carp mixed in and used an Orange elastic throughout.

Left: Warren with his winners catch to win the £25,000 Fish ‘O’ Mania final. As you can see his catch was a mixture of carp and barbel with some larger bonus carp. He used a size 12 solid elastic.

Based on Warren’s and Les’s set-ups there is no ‘best’ way to elasticate your poles for carp fishing, it is very much a case of personal choice.

Warren prefers solid elastic because he feels it gives him more control and he doesn’t use a Pull Bung, so it’s probably fair to say he’s a bit ‘old school’ in his approach.

That doesn’t mean he’s not right up with the best modern match anglers as his results and success in the Fish ‘O’ Mania final prove.

On the other hand Les is an F1 specialist, as those who know him will testify. His gear is refined to perfection and the stretch of hollow elastic is perfect when catching F1’s and also when fishing up in the water. The use of a Pull Bung compensates for his soft elastic approach and helps him land fish quickly once in netting range.

So, if you use solid elastics and are happy, then why change? On the other hand if hollow is your choice, that’s fine too. At least you know even the best can’t agree!

See page 61 for Pole Elastics

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HOOKS / REFLEX 4000 REEL

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he Matrix hook range was launched in 2012 and made an immediate impact. Both Warren Martin and Les Thompson had Matrix hooks on their rigs to win over £81,000 in just two matches! Warren used the Carp Baggers to win the prestigious Fish ‘O’ Mania final in July and then Les destroyed the opposition a few weeks later in the Match This final to win Britain’s largest prize of £50,000 with the Carp Riggers.

What Makes The Difference

All Matrix hooks are made in Japan from the finest carbon steel, this ensures their strength and sharpness can be totally relied upon, but there’s more to a good hook than just the quality of the wire. The shape, profile and bend are equally important and Matrix has spent time getting this right.

Their are two match carp hooks, the Carp Bagger has a spade end and is designed for pole, waggler and feeder fishing when you want to hook the bait directly on the hook.

The Carp Riggers have a slightly out-turned eye and are designed for hair rigging baits using a knotless knot. The angle of the eye creates the perfect presentation for maximum hooking efficiency. Both of the carp hooks have the correct thickness of wire to cope with hard fighting carp.

Using the same shape and profile as the Carp Riggers, the Feeder Rigger has a lighter wire with a fine micro barb which is perfect for hair rigging for bream and tench.

The Carp Bagger, Carp Rigger and Feeder Rigger have a wide gape hybrid bend with a slightly in-turned point for maximum presentation and hooking efficiency.

Silver Fish Hooks

For silver fish there are three choices.

Silver Baggers are strong match hooks designed for commercial fisheries where F1’s and big silver fish are the target. The barbless, short shank, crystal bend hook has a black nickle finish and is perfect for pellets, maggots and worm hookbaits.

Super Match hooks have a short shank with a wide gape hybrid bend and a small micro barb. These hooks are designed for feeder, waggler and medium to heavy pole methods and offer great versatility.

The Super Pole is a lighter wire hook with a modern ‘sweep’ bend making it perfect for maggots, casters and small sections of worm. The in-tuned point and small micro barb keeps fish losses to a minimum.

IN THE SPACE OF A FEW WEEKS LAST YEAR TWO ANGLERS WON A TOTAL OF £81,000.00 USING THE NEW MATRIX HOOKS!

The Hooks That Won A

Small Fortune!

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DESIGNED FOR UK SMALL WATER FEEDER FISHING AND EUROPEAN FLOAT FISHING WHAT MAKES THE REFLEX 4000 SO GOOD.

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he Matrix Reflex 4000 is the perfect size for small water ‘commercial’ match fishing in the UK and European float fishing using Bolo tactics. Designed with an oversized large diameter spool, the Reflex delivers excellent casting performance when feeder and float fishing with strong 6 to 8lb line and also performs smoothly releasing line freely when Bolo fishing on moving waters.

Powerful Performance

The lightweight Reflex weighs just 250g, thanks in part to the compact graphite body, but produces deceptively powerful performance from the internal worm drive gearing, the nine ball bearings and the 5.1:1 gear ratio. This results in superb line lay and efficient cranking performance under pressure and is just one of the reasons why this understated model is so suitable for match carp fishing.

Smooth Fish-playing

For anglers who play fish off the drag there is a multidisc front drag system which offers a wide range of adjustment to suit personal preference. The easy to grip adjustment knob at the front of the spool is simple to adjust whilst playing a fish.

The Extras

Because the Reflex 4000 has been designed for a specific purpose it doesn’t have any of the unnecessary features often found on mass market ‘spinning’ reels, but does contain features which will make a difference.

With many reels when

the bail arm is open for casting, it often drops down (moves position) and stops you controlling the line during the cast.

The Rotor Brake on the Reflex 4000 stops the bail arm from moving and allows you to have complete line control during the cast, letting you feather the line without hindrance. It isn’t an immediately obvious feature, until you use the reel, but it makes a big difference to casting control.

Like most high quality reels the Reflex has a hollow aluminium bail arm which holds a specially shaped line roller to minimise line twist often associated with continuous casting and retrieval.

The shallow spool (150m - 0.23mm) is perfect for its intended use and an extra spool is supplied to give different line strength options.

Trusted And Tested

The Reflex has been tested extensively for many months on a wide range of venues, using a wide range of methods, and can be totally trusted to perform as you would expect.

THE LIGHTWEIGHT REFLEX WEIGHS JUST 250G, THANKS IN PART TO THE COMPACT GRAPHITE BODY, BUT PRODUCES DECEPTIVELY POWERFUL PERFORMANCE. See page 66 for Hooks, page 59 for Reels

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MATRIX PRODUCT REFERENCE

FRESH THINKING FOR 2013 Matrix has an active in-house design and product development department. This is the direct link between our ideas and our manufacturing, which gives us excellent control of both the design and final quality of all Matrix products.

Almost all of the products in the Matrix range have been designed from scratch, using our ‘Fresh Thinking’ philosophy.

The result is a range of products which offer you

a forward thinking solution and are ultimately designed to help you catch more fish.

Here are just a few of the new release highlights for 2013. We also have many new products in development and being tested for quality which will be released later in the year. For up to date information keep an eye on www.fishmatrix.co.uk

MATRIX SB2F

ETHOS ACCESSORY CHAIR

P46 FOLDING POLE SUPPORT

P51 ETHOS BAIT BAG

P49

P56

CARBO-FLEX FEEDER & REFEX BOLO RODS

P55

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PRODUCTS

REFLEX & ULTRON REELS

P59 PELLET FEEDER & QUICK CHANGE LEAD CLIP

P62 FLOATS

P64 HOOKS

Superbox 1 SB Seatboxes Trolley Seatbox Accessory Units Arms & Rests Pole Supports Pole Roosts Pole Rollers Bait Trays Bait Boxes Bait Buckets Ethos Chair Brollies Carpmaster Rods Horizon Rods Reflex Match Rods Ultron Rods Carbo-flex Rods Reflex Bolo Rods Ethos Luggage Azur Luggage Keep Nets Landing Nets Reels Finesse & Power X Poles Pole Elastication Feeders Line Floats Hooks Clothing

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P66

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• Lightweight Aluminium frame with anodised black finish • 25mm tele-adjustable round legs with swivel feet • Pole Seat with Shallow Drawer Unit • Deep Drawer Unit • Shallow Tray Unit and Spacer Unit • Integral footplate slides under the chassis • Snag-Free fittings throughout

CODE// GMB022

DESCRIPTION// Matrix Superbox 1

RRP// £479.00

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• Lightweight Aluminium frame • 25mm round legs with swivel feet • Pole Seat with Shallow Drawer Unit • Deep Drawer Unit • Folding Footplate with 2 tele-adjustable legs • Snag-Free fittings throughout

CODE// GMB036

DESCRIPTION// Matrix SB1F

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RRP// £204.97

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DESCRIPTION// Matrix SB2

RRP// £254.96

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CODE// GMB028

DESCRIPTION// Matrix SB H Frame

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RRP// £64.99

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• Aluminium chassis • Integral foot platform • 6 x tele-adjustable 25mm round legs

CODE// GMB013

CODE// GMB037

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RRP// £89.99

MATRIX SB2

• Aluminium construction • 25mm adjustable legs • Accepts all Matrix Drawer Units • Supplied with padded strap

DESCRIPTION// Matrix SB1

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RRP// £334.96

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• Aluminium construction • 25mm adjustable legs • Rotates up for transport • Fits all Matrix SB Seatboxes

DESCRIPTION// Matrix SB Footplate

CODE// GMB038

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• Lightweight Aluminium frame • 25mm round legs with swivel feet • Pole Seat with Shallow Drawer Unit • Deep Drawer Unit • 150 Storage Unit • Folding Footplate with 2 tele-adjustable legs • Snag-Free fittings throughout

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MATRIX SB FOOTPLATE

CODE// GMB029

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• Lightweight Aluminium frame • 25mm round legs with swivel feet • Pole Seat with Shallow Drawer Unit • Deep Drawer Unit • Snag-Free fittings throughout

RRP// £284.96

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RRP// £299.99

MATRIX TROLLEY

• Double wheel with pivot suspension which enables barrow to be steered more easily than fixed wheeled models • Pneumatic tyres for easy pushing • Waterproof carry bag fitted to the rear for clothing or bait • Breaks down easily for compact storage in car

CODE// GTR001

DESCRIPTION// Matrix Trolley

RRP// £149.99

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MATRIX 150 UNIT

• Metal 150mm deep storage base • Fits on Matrix H Frame, SB1 and SB1F Seatboxes • Accepts all Matrix Drawer Units

CODE// GMB030

DESCRIPTION// Matrix 150 Unit

RRP// £54.99

SHALLOW DRAWER UNIT

DESCRIPTION// Shallow Drawer Unit

RRP// £59.99

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DESCRIPTION// Seat & Drawer Unit

CODE// GMB014

DESCRIPTION// Deep Drawer Unit

WINDER TRAYS & WINDERS

• Clips to Matrix box unit for easy transport • Large soft touch rubber handle

DESCRIPTION// Transport Lid

CODE// GMB016

RRP// £99.99

• Fits on Tray Unit to increase storage depth • Depth 25mm

CODE// GMB018

DESCRIPTION// Spacer Unit

RRP// £24.99

• Shallow unit for winder trays, winders and accessories • Depth 25mm

RRP// £69.99

• Adjustable rig anchor tensioner • Soft rubber inlays at each end of the winders • 26cm winders fit Single Tray Unit • Winder Trays have grooved sides to prevent winder movement

RRP// £34.99

SPACER UNIT

SINGLE TRAY UNIT

• Deep cross drawer unit for accessories • Can be used right or left handed • Drawer Depth 50mm

TRANSPORT LID

CODE// GMB019

• High quality Pole Seat for all Matrix Seatboxes • Features shallow drawer unit for winders • Drawer Depth 20mm

DEEP DRAWER UNIT

• Shallow cross drawer unit for accessories • Can be used right or left handed • Drawer Depth 20mm

CODE// GMB015

SEAT & DRAWER UNIT

CODE// GMB017

CODE// GAC050 GAC051 GAC052 GAC053 GAC055 GAC056 GAC057 GAC058 GAC059 GAC060 GAC194 GAC195 GAC200 GAC201

DESCRIPTION// Single Tray Unit

DESCRIPTION// Winder Tray With Orange Winders Winder Tray With Yellow Winders 2 Winder Tray Orange 2 Winder Trays Yellow 4 x 18cm Winders Orange 4 x 18cm Winders Yellow 4 x 13cm Winders Orange 4 x 13cm Winders Yellow 4 x 26cm Winders Yellow 4 x 26cm Winders Orange Tray Pack 21 x 26cm Orange Winders Tray Pack 21 x 26cm Yellow Winders Tray Pack 48 x 13cm Orange Winder Tray Pack 48 x 13cm Yellow Winder

RRP// £29.99

RRP// £9.99 £9.99 £15.99 £15.99

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SNAG-FREE 90° CROSS ARM

• Available in short (12cm) and long (22cm) options • Swivels to any position • Built-in tightening collar

CODE// GBA003 GBA004

DESCRIPTION// Cross Arm Short 12cm Cross Arm Long 22cm

RRP// £8.99 £9.99

SNAG-FREE KEEPNET ARM

• Available in short (9cm) and long (28cm) options • Swivels to any position • Built-in tightening collar

CODE// GBA001 GBA002

DESCRIPTION// Keepnet Arm Short 9cm Keepnet Arm Long 28cm

RRP// £7.99 £8.99

• 20cm long with 25mm diameter holes at each end • Available in straight and 90° options • Swivels to any position

CODE// GBA012 GBA013

DESCRIPTION// Spacer Arm Spacer Arm 90°

RRP// £8.99 £8.99

SNAG-FREE PROTECTOR BAR 1 HEAD

• Available in short (24cm) and long (40cm) options • EVA covered for rod and pole protection • Swivels to any position • Single built-in thread for accessories

CODE// GBA005 GBA006

DESCRIPTION// Snag Free Protecter Bar Short Snag Free Protecter Bar Long

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• Modern design rod rest head • Infinite rod positioning for feeder fishing • Protective EVA foam coating

CODE// GAC206

DESCRIPTION// Feeder Rest

RRP// £8.99

Short Protector Bar 2 Head

Long Protector Bar 1 Head

SNAG-FREE SPACER ARM

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RRP// £9.99 £11.99

SNAG-FREE PROTECTOR BAR 2 HEAD

• Available in short (24cm) and long (40cm) options • EVA covered for rod and pole protection • Swivels to any position • Two built-in threads for accessories

CODE// GBA007 GBA008

DESCRIPTION// Snag Free Protecter Bar 2 Heads Snag Free Protecter Bar Long 2 Heads

RRP// £10.99 £12.99

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FEEDER ARM STANDARD

FEEDER ARM ADJUSTABLE

• 73cm long feeder arm • Swivels to any position • Built-in tightening collar

CODE// GMB024

DESCRIPTION// Feeder Arm Standard

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• Adjustable 73cm - 130cm telescopic length feeder arm • Swivels to any position • Built-in tightening collar

RRP// £19.99

CODE// GMB023

DESCRIPTION// Feeder Arm Adjustable

RRP// £26.99

MEGA FEEDER ARM

• Adjustable 116cm - 200cm telescopic length feeder arm • Very stable even with heavy feeder rods • Fully adjustable for both river and stillwaters • Swan neck keeps line away from the feeder arm • Interlocking pivot points to stop side movement • Easy to use locking collar for rod rest heads

CODE// GMB034

DESCRIPTION// Mega Feeder Arm

RRP// £59 .99

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DESCRIPTION// Up & Over Pole Rest

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POLE SOCK

• Fitted with standard screw thread • Perfect for pole fishing on steep banks

• Simple plastic ‘tulip shaped’ pole rest • Moulded thread fits all box accessory arms

RRP// £8.99

CODE// GAC203

DESCRIPTION// Tulip Pole Rest

CODE// GLN017

DESCRIPTION// Pole Sock

RRP// £6.99

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FOLDING POLE SUPPORT

• Fits any box with 25mm round legs • Fully adjustable for perfect height adjustment • Full protection across the top of the support no protruding parts to catch your pole on • Can be fished with the pole in 2 positions • Folds flat for ease of transport and storage

CODE// GMB042

DESCRIPTION// Folding Pole Support

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SUPER FLAT POLE ROLLER

• Available in Standard and Large sizes • Cam locking on tension bars of legs for stability • Cam locks on telescopic legs for perfect adjustment • Unique additional ‘Ground Spikes’ for use without legs when fishing with raised bank behind • Standard Roller - Width 54cm. Height 0-60cm • Large Roller - Width 70cm. Height 0-80cm • Folds flat for easy transport

Super Flat Roller Standard

Super Flat Roller Large

CODE// GAC187 GAC188

DESCRIPTION// Super Flat Roller Large Super Flat Roller Standard

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RRP// £94.99 £69.99

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SNAG-FREE GROUNDBAIT BOWL & HOOP

• Round groundbait bowl with lid, fitted on SnagFree box accessory hoop with Snag-Free knuckle • Available in small (30cm) and Large (38cm) sizes.

• Waterproof material with sealed seams and zip lid

CODE// GBA009 GBA010

DESCRIPTION// Small Groundbait Round Bowl & Hoop Large Groundbait Round Bowl & Hoop

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• 38cm shallow square groundbait bowl with lid, fitted on Snag-Free box accessory hoop with Snag-Free knuckle • Waterproof material with sealed seams and zip lid • Accommodates four 2.2pt or 3.3pt bait tubs

CODE// GBA011

DESCRIPTION// Square Bowl & Hoop

RRP// £29.99

SNAG-FREE 2 BAIT TUB BAIT WAITER

• 2 Bait Tub lid, fitted on Snag-Free accessory hoop with Snag-Free knuckle • Holds 2 x 3.3pt Bait Tubs • Waterproof material with sealed seams and zip lid

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GMB026 2 Bait Tub Bait Waiter

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• Large aluminium side tray for 6 x 3.3pt Bait Tubs • 2 x 25mm aluminium legs with threaded ends for accessories • Width 48cm x Length 55cm

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GMB025 6 Tub Aluminium Side Tray

SNAG-FREE GROUNDBAIT SQUARE BOWL & HOOP

RRP// £59.99

BAIT BUCKET SET

BAIT BOXES

• Large plastic bucket with lid, inner plastic groundbait bowl and groundbait riddle • 20lt Capacity

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GBT007 Bait Bucket with Inner Bowl and Riddle

• High quality bait boxes in 3 sizes • Translucent lids for easy bait identification • Rubber seal lids for perfect fit

RRP// £32.99

CODE// GBT001 GBT002 GBT003 GBT004 GBT005 GBT006

DESCRIPTION// Bait Box 1.1pt Blue Bait Box 2.2pt Blue Bait Box 3.3pt Blue Bait Box 1.1pt Black Bait Box 2.2pt Black Bait Box 3.3pt Black

Interchangeable Tops

TOSS POTS

DUMP POT SET

• Two sizes per pack • Screw connector for pole kit top • Flat base with slightly rounded corners for clean dumping of either lose bait or groundbait

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GAC054 Dump Pot Set

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• Lightweight pole pots with interchangeable tops with different apertures for different feed rates • High visibility tops for easy judgment of distance when fishing up to far bank • Micro / Midi pots come with two different diameter pots per pack • Medium / Large pots come with two different height pots per pack

CODE// GAC040 GAC041 GAC042 GAC045 GAC046

DESCRIPTION// Midi and Micro, 3.4/2.8/4.0mm Tips Midi and Micro, 4.2/4.8/6.0mm Tips Midi and Micro, 6.4/7.0/8.0mm Tips Medium and Large, 4.2/4.8mm Tips Medium and Large, 6.0/6.4mm Tips

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// The revolutionary X3 Space Brolly and Space Brolly both use the Matrix STS fibreglass rib system which providesmore usable space and better stability in bad weather.

X3 SPACE BROLLY

• Unique fibreglass STS rib system.

• More headroom than conventional brollies increases area of protection • Cut down rib design with 3 pegging points • Simple push/pull ‘none-fail’ mechanism • Adjustable pole with tilt facility • Lightweight fabric cover with taped seams • Weight 2.8kg

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GUM003 Space Brolly X3 - STS Equipped

RRP// £84.99

ETHOS ACCESSORY CHAIR

• Designed for feeder and float fishing • Lightweight aluminium/steel construction • Low back height for easier casting movement • 25mm aluminium legs take Snag-Free accessories • Good height adjustment for comfortable ‘upright’ fishing making it easy to get in and out of • Folds flat for easy transport • Supplied with carry strap • Weight 4.9kg

CODE// GMB031

DESCRIPTION// Matrix Chair

STS Rib System

SPACE BROLLY

• Unique fibreglass STS rib system. Much stronger, lighter and more stable than traditional metal arms • More headroom than conventional brollies increases area of protection • Simple push/pull ‘none-fail’ mechanism • Adjustable pole with tilt facility • Lightweight fabric cover with taped seams • Weight 2.8kg

RRP// £69.99

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GUM002 Space Brolly - STS Equipped

RRP// £79.99

Simple tilt mechanism

STANDARD TILT BROLLY

• Conventional design with metal arms • Adjustable pole with simple ball tilt joint • Lightweight fabric cover with welded seams • Weight 3kg

CODE// GUM001

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DESCRIPTION// Standard Brolly

RRP// £69.99

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RODS

// Designed for modern match methods on commercial waters, all models can be transported in a made-up state. The 8’, 9’ and 10’ Feeder rods have a unique design which eliminates the joint in the fish-playing area of the rod. All feeder rods come with a revolutionary EVA transport holder block which holds the sections parallel and eliminates the use of rod bands.

CARPMASTER 8’, 9’ FEEDER

• Designed for up to 25m • Ideal for fishing the Method on the pole line or on snake type lakes • Lightweight, strong double and single leg guides • Short handle for easy manoeuvring • EVA transport holder block for easy made-up transport • Supplied with 0.5oz, 0.75oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 4lb - 8lb.

CARPMASTER 10’ FEEDER

• Designed for up to 40m • Mid-sized double and single leg guides • Cork/EVA handle with soft-touch screw down hood reel seat • EVA transport holder block for easy made-up transport • Supplied with 1.0oz, 1.5oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 4lb - 8lb.

CARPMASTER 11’, 12’ FLOAT

• High modulus carbon blank • Semi-parabolic fish-playing action to avoid hook pulls and breakages • 2 piece construction for easy made-up transport • 11’ model is perfect for close and medium range waggler and pellet waggler work • 12’ model has slightly more power for increased casting performance and use with wagglers, pellet wagglers and splasher wagglers • Lightweight double and single leg guides placed for maximum action efficiency and easy transport • Cork/EVA handle with soft-touch screw down hood reel seat • Line rating - 11’ - 3lb - 8lb. 12’ - 3lb - 10lb.

• Supplied with 1.0oz, 1.5oz interchangeable tips

CARPMASTER 11’, 12’, 13’ METHOD FEEDER

• High modulus carbon blank • Semi-parabolic fish-playing action to avoid hook pulls and breakages • Casts Method feeders up to 80m • Increased handle length for more casting leverage • Large centred guides for increased casting performance with lines in excess of 8lb • Cork/EVA handle with soft-touch reel seat • EVA transport holder block for easy made-up transport • Supplied with 1.5oz, 2.0oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 4lb - 12lb.

CARPMASTER TIPS

• Replacement tips for Carpmaster Feeder rods • Identical to the original tips supplied with the rods • Glass construction for better blend into the carrier section

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CODE// GRD001 GRD002 GRD039 GRD006 GRD040 GRD005 GRD003 GRD004 GRD020 GRD021 GRD022 GRD023

DESCRIPTION// Carpmaster 8ft Carpmaster 9ft Carpmaster 11ft Method Carpmaster 12ft Method Carpmaster 13ft Method Carpmaster 10ft Carpmaster 11ft Float 2 pcs Carpmaster 12ft Float 2 pcs Carpmaster Tip 0.75 oz Carpmaster Tip 1 oz Carpmaster Tip 1.5oz Carpmaster Tip 2.0 oz

RRP// £134.99 £139.99 £139.99 £149.99 £159.99 £134.99 £144.99 £159.99 £16.99 £16.99 £16.99 £16.99

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// Matrix Horizon feeder rods are designed for extreme long range feeder fishing on large waters. All models have a short butt section with an extra long spigot joint which provides more usable casting power in the lower section of the rod and a slimmer profile. The middle and tip sections are longer than standard 3 section rods and deliver a smooth fish-playing action and maximise tip speed on long casts.

HORIZON FEEDER 3.8m, 4.0m, 4.3m, 4.5m

• High modulus carbon blank • Separate long handle butt section with extra long spigot joint for increased stiffness and casting power • Large low profile guides for maximum casting performance are suitable for mono or braid • Cork/EVA handle with soft-touch screw down hood reel seat

HORIZON TIPS

• Available in both Carbon and Fibreglass • Large diameter guides for improved distance casting performance • Advanced tapers blend with main rod smoothly • Carbon tips give sharper bite indication • Fibreglass tips have a more through action

HORIZON RIVER FEEDER 4.3m

• Designed especially for river fishing • Suitable for feeders up to 200g (7oz) • Hollow carbon tip for maximum registration of drop back bites.

• Separate long handle butt section with extra long spigot joint for increased stiffness and casting power • High modulus carbon blank • Large low profile guides for maximum casting performance are suitable for mono or braid • Cork/EVA handle with soft-touch screw down hood reel seat

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Casting Distances 3.8m - 70m 4.0m - 90m 4.3m - 110m 4.5m - 120m + Feeder Weights 3.8m - 100g (3oz) 4.0m - 120g (4oz) 4.3m - 150g (5oz) 4.5m - 150g (5oz) Tips Supplied 3.8m - 1.5oz, 2.5oz carbon tips 4.0m - 2.5oz, 4.0oz carbon tips 4.3m - 2.5oz, 4.0oz carbon tips 4.5m - 2.5oz, 4.0oz carbon tips

CODE// GRD031 GRD007 GRD008 GRD009 GRD010 GRD016 GRD017 GRD018 GRD043 GRD044 GRD045

DESCRIPTION// Horizon 3.8m Feeder Horizon 4.0m Feeder Horizon 4.3m Feeder Horizon 4.5m Feeder Horizon 4.3m River Feeder Horizon Carbon Tip 2oz Horizon Carbon Tip 3oz Horizon Carbon Tip 4oz Horizon Fibreglass Tip 1.5oz Horizon Fibreglass Tip 2.0oz Horizon Fibreglass Tip 3.0oz

RRP// £189.99 £189.99 £199.99 £225.00 £189.99 £27.99 £27.99 £27.99 £24.99 £24.99 £24.99

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// The Matrix Reflex range features four top quality float rods designed for match fishing. The high modulus carbon blanks offer crisp tip actions suitable for silver fish on a wide range of venues.

The Reflex ‘Special’ has a more powerful action for bigger fish and the new ‘Light’ version is designed for lighter floats.

REFLEX MATCH 13’ (3.9m), 14’ (4.2m)

• Slim lightweight high modulus carbon blank • Designed for match fishing on stillwaters and rivers • Crisp tip action with semi-parabolic playing action • Extra length (14’ model) gives good float control and casting performance • Can be used with light lines and small hooks for silver fish but has the power to control ‘bonus’ fish • High quality lined single leg intermediate guides • Cork handle with custom designed soft touch screw down hood reel seat

REFLEX MATCH LIGHT 13’ (3.9m)

• Slim lightweight high modulus carbon blank • Designed for match fishing on stillwaters and rivers • Crisp tip action with semi-parabolic playing action • Casting weight 2 - 10g, designed for use with light lines and small hooks for silver fish • High quality lined single leg intermediate guides • Cork handle with custom designed soft touch screw down hood reel seat

CODE// GRD027 GRD028 GRD030 GRD029

DESCRIPTION// Reflex Match 3.9m Reflex Match 4.2m Reflex Match Light 3.9m Reflex Match Special 3.9m

RRP// £149.99 £159.99 £139.99 £169.99

REFLEX MATCH SPECIAL 13’ (3.9m)

• Slim powerful high modulus carbon blank • Designed for bigger fish on stillwaters and rivers • ‘Special’ action for casting big floats (up to 30g if required) and playing larger fish • High quality large lined guides with single leg guides on the tip section for better balance • Cork handle with custom designed soft-touch screw down hood reel seat

ULTRON FLOAT 13’ (3.9m), 14’ (4.2m) // The Matrix Ultron rods range offers an excellent combination of choice, quality and value for money.

Built on quality high gloss carbon blanks, with cork/EVA handles and high quality guides, the Ultron range offers robust performance for anglers fishing a wide range of styles and venues.

ULTRON FEEDER 11’ (3.3m), 12’ (3.6m), 13’ (3.9m)

• Controlled power in the middle section makes this rod perfect for bream and carp • Firm butt section provides casting power • High quality low profile guides • Cork handle with screw down EVA hooded reel seat for comfort • High gloss natural carbon finish

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• Versatile 11’ rod for medium range • Long casting 12’ model • Distance casting 13’ model • Suitable for feeders up to 11’ - 80g (3oz) 12’ - 100g (3.5oz) 13’ - 100g (3.5oz) • All Supplied with 2oz, 3oz carbon tips

• Fast tip action for fishing light hooklengths • Controlled power in the middle section • Firm butt section provides casting power • High quality lined single leg guides • Cork handle with screw down EVA reel seat • High gloss natural carbon finish

CODE// GRD014 GRD015

DESCRIPTION// Ultron Float 13ft (3.9m) Ultron Float 14ft (4.2m)

RRP// £119.99 £124.99

CODE// GRD013 GRD011 GRD012 GRD024 GRD025

DESCRIPTION// Ultron Feeder 11ft (3.3m) Ultron Feeder 12ft (3.6m) Ultron Feeder 13ft (3.9m) Ultron Feeder Tip 2oz Ultron Feeder Tip 3oz

RRP// £119.99 £129.99 £134.99 £16.99 £16.99

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// The new Carbo-Flex feeder rod range offers excellent value for money for anglers wanting versatile performance. All models can be used for all types of stillwater feeder fishing, using everything from small cage feeders for bream to medium and large method feeders for carp on day ticket waters.

CODE// GRD049 GRD046 GRD047 GRD048

DESCRIPTION// Carbo-flex 9ft Carbo-flex 10ft Carbo-flex 11ft Carbo-flex 12ft

RRP// £49.99 £54.99 £59.99 £64.99

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CARBO-FLEX FEEDER 11’

• Designed for up to 30m • Ideal for fishing all types of small and medium feeders • Lightweight lined guides suitable for mono and braid • Screw down EVA hood reel seat • Cork/EVA handle • Supplied with 1oz and 2oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 3lb - 8lb.

• Designed for up to 50m • Ideal for fishing all types of small and medium feeders • Lightweight lined guides suitable for mono and braid • Screw down EVA hood reel seat • Cork/EVA handle • Supplied with 1oz and 2oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 3lb - 8lb.

CARBO-FLEX FEEDER 10’

CARBO-FLEX FEEDER 12’

• Designed for up to 40m • Ideal for fishing all types of small and medium feeders • Lightweight lined guides suitable for mono and braid • Screw down EVA hood reel seat • Cork/EVA handle • Supplied with 1oz and 2oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 3lb - 8lb.

• Designed for up to 60m • Ideal for fishing all types of medium and large feeders • Lightweight lined guides suitable for mono and braid • Screw down EVA hood reel seat • Cork/EVA handle • Supplied with 1oz and 2oz interchangeable tips • Line rating 3lb - 10lb.

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// The Reflex Bolo rods are as perfect as we can get. They are well balanced, sensitive in the tip with a smooth playing action and a powerful butt for casting large floats and fishing in deep rivers and canals.

REFEX BOLO 6M, 7M

• Slim blank for easy casting and line control • High leg guides reduce the line sticking to the blank • Medium fast action suitable for both roach and skimmer fishing • Correctly positioned plate reel seat • Available in 6m and 7m lengths

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GRD036 Reflex Bolo 6m GRD037 Reflex Bolo 7m

RRP// £159.99 £179.99

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Comes with accessory bag

ETHOS SUPER ROD & POLE HOLDALL

• The versatile choice for modern match anglers • Carries 2 made-up float or feeder rods.

• Features two additional compartments for storing a 16m pole, top kits and unmade rods • Made-up rod carrying area has additional padding for protection • External pocket for banksticks, feeder arms and longer box accessories • Full length zips, shoulder strap and carry handle • Dimensions L 185cm x W 30cm x D 50cm • Comes with accessory bag

CODE// GLU008

DESCRIPTION// Rod & Pole Holdall

RRP// £99.99

ETHOS ROD ACCESSORY HOLDALL

ETHOS ROD CARRYALL

• Available in two sizes • Carries 2 or 4 made-up float or feeder rods • Built-in protective stiffener • Two Accessory Bag pockets in the base • Supplied with 1 Accessory Bag • Full length zip, shoulder strap and carry handle • 2 Rod - L 190cm x W 14cm x D 22cm 4 Rod - L 190cm x W 28cm x D 22cm

CODE// GLU001 GLU002

DESCRIPTION// 2 Rod 4 Rod

RRP// £64.99 £79.99

• Traditional type rod holdall with new broad, flat profile making it ideal for using with a barrow.

• Available in two sizes. Large holdall will accommodate 10 tubes and the Medium 8 tubes • Two external pockets for brolly, banksticks, feeder arms and longer box accessories • Adjustable shoulder strap and carry handle • Long zips for easy access to all pockets • Med - L 190cm x W 30cm x D 30cm Large - L 190cm x W 30cm x D 38cm

CODE// GLU006 GLU007

DESCRIPTION// Med. Holdall Large. Holdall

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CODE// GLU003

DESCRIPTION// Tackle & Bait Carryall

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RRP// £44.99

• Features an in-built waterproof ‘stink bag’ net pocket • Single version holds 1 keepnet plus landing net heads • Large version holds 2/3 keepnets plus landing net heads • Main storage area folds open and has 2 x zipped compartments for easy storage and access of accessories or bait • Additional side pocket for bait trays • Reinforced protective base • Carry handle and adjustable strap

CODE// GLU004 GLU005

DESCRIPTION// Single Net & Accessory Bag Large 2/3 Net & Accessory Bag

RRP// £59.99 £64.99

RRP// £69.99 £94.99

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• Accomodates 8 x 3.3 pint bait tubs comfortably • Thermal lined for perfect bait condition • Additional side pockets for accessories and additional bait • Reinforced protective base • Carry handle and adjustable shoulder strap • GLU023 - L 40cm x H 18cm x D 37cm

CODE// GLU023

DESCRIPTION// Bait Bag

RRP// £39.99

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ETHOS CARRYALL 55L & 65L

• Classic match carryall design • Main compartment for storing accessory tackle, box accessories and bait • Additional side pockets for additional storage • Reinforced protective base • Carry handle and adjustable shoulder strap • GLU010 - L 55cm x H 45cm x D 35cm GLU027 - L 62cm x H 54cm x D 40cm

CODE// GLU010 GLU027

DESCRIPTION// 55 Litre Carryall 65 Litre Carryall

RRP// £54.99 £59.99

AZUR ROD HOLDER 1.90M

• Designed to carry made-up feeder or float rods • Accommodates two sectioned 12’ rods • External pocket for bank sticks and accessories • Internal Velcro rod retaining straps • Full length zip, twin shoulder strap for carrying on your back and carry handle • GLU015 - L 190cm x W 18cm x D 26cm GLU016 - L 190cm x W 28cm x D 26cm GLU028 - L 190cm x W 36cm x D 26cm

CODE// GLU015 GLU016 GLU028

ETHOS ACCESSORY BAG

DESCRIPTION// 2 Rod Holder 1.90m 3 Rod Holder 1.90m 4 Rod Holder 1.90m

RRP// £49.99 £54.99 £69.99

AZUR ROD HOLDER 1.65M

• Designed to carry made-up feeder or float rods • 1.65m length accommodates three sectioned rods • External pocket for bank sticks and box accessories • Internal Velcro rod retaining straps • Full length zip, twin shoulder strap for carrying on your back and carry handle • GLU021 - L 165cm x W 18cm x D 26cm GLU022 - L 165cm x W 28cm x D 26cm GLU025 - L 165cm x W 36cm x D 26cm

CODE// GLU021 GLU022 GLU025

DESCRIPTION// 2 Rod Holder 1.65m 3 Rod Holder 1.65m 4 Rod Holder 1.65m

RRP// £44.99 £49.99 £59.99

• Designed for storing accessories and feeders • Removable padded compartments • Full zip opening for complete and easy access • Top EVA handle • Can be used as a modular storage system and fits into the Ethos Rod Accessory holdall • GLU009 - L 30cm x H 13cm x D 8cm

CODE// GLU009

DESCRIPTION// Accessory Bag

RRP// £7.99

AZUR CARRYALL 45L & 55L MATRIX STINK BAG

• Waterproof material with full zip top • Accommodates up to 3 keepnets • Padded carry handle and removable shoulder strap • All seams sealed for waterproof performance • GLU020 - L 65cm x H 65cm x D 20cm

CODE// GLU020

DESCRIPTION// Stink Bag

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RRP// £29.99

• Traditional carryall with large zip closing main compartment • Two zip closing external end pockets • 55L has zip closing net compartment and additional open net pocket with drain holes • 45L has external net pocket with drain holes • Carry handle and adjustable shoulder strap • GLU013 - L 58cm x H 46cm x D 30cm GLU014 - L 62cm x H 46cm x D 40cm

CODE// GLU013 GLU014

DESCRIPTION// 45 Litre Carryall 55 Litre Carryall

RRP// £34.99 £45.99

AZUR ROD HOLDALL

• 1.90m length stores all 16m poles • Long external pocket for net handles and brolly • Short external pocket for bank sticks and box accessories • Full length zip on main compartment, adjustable shoulder strap and carry handle • GLU19 - L 190cm x W 25cm x D 13cm GLU17 - L 190cm x W 32cm x D 13cm GLU18 - L 190cm x W 32cm x D 25cm

CODE// GLU019 GLU017 GLU018

DESCRIPTION// Small Holdall - 6 tube Medium Holdall - 8 tube Large Holdall - 10 tube +

RRP// £44.99 £54.99 £64.99

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MATRIX 3M CARP NET

MATRIX 3M PROTECTOR CARP NET

• Strong fish-friendly ‘carp’ mesh • Heavy duty polycarbonate rings with extra strong top ring and base grab handle • Multi-position angle lock connection • Length - 3.00m. Width - 50cm x 40cm.

CODE// GLN006

DESCRIPTION// 3m Carp Net

• Strong fish-friendly ‘carp’ mesh • Heavy duty polycarbonate rings with special external ring protectors to prevent wear • Extra strong top ring • Special ring corner protectors prevent wear • Multi-position angle lock connection • Length - 3.00m. Width - 50cm x 40cm.

RRP// £39.99

MATRIX 6MM RUBBER MESH LANDING NET

• Versatile 6mm diameter rubber coated mesh • Strong, lightweight aluminium frame and spreader block screwed together for strength • Correct depth of net for match carp fishing

CODE// GLN009 GLN010

DESCRIPTION// 40 x 50 - 6mm Rubber Mesh 45 x 55 - 6mm Rubber Mesh

RRP// £11.99 £12.99

CODE// GLN007

DESCRIPTION// 3m Protector Carp Net

RRP// £49.99

MATRIX 3MM RUBBER MESH LANDING NET

• Fine 3mm rubber coated mesh • Strong, lightweight aluminium frame and spreader block screwed together for strength • Correct depth of net for match carp fishing

CODE// GLN011 GLN012

DESCRIPTION// 40 x 50 - 3mm Rubber Mesh 45 x 55 - 3mm Rubber Mesh

RRP// £11.99 £12.99

MATRIX 4M PROTECTOR RIVER NET

• Strong 6mm ‘flow-through’ mesh • Heavy duty polycarbonate rings with special external ring protectors to prevent wear • Extra strong top ring • Special ring corner protectors prevent wear • Multi-position angle lock connection • Length - 4.00m. Width - 50cm x 40cm.

CODE// GLN008

DESCRIPTION// 4m Protector Carp Net

RRP// £64.99

MATRIX 6MM FLOW MESH LANDING NET

• Soft open weave mesh for river fishing • Strong, lightweight aluminium frame and spreader block screwed together for strength • Correct depth of net for match carp or barbel fishing

CODE// GLN013 GLN014

DESCRIPTION// 40 x 50 Landing Net Flow Mesh 45 x 55 Landing Net Flow Mesh

RRP// £11.99 £12.99

MATRIX 6MM MONO MESH LANDING NET NOT AVAILABLE IN THE UK

• 6mm diameter clear mono mesh • Strong, lightweight aluminium frame and spreader block screwed together for strength • Perfect for silver fish match fishing

CODE// GLN015 GLN016

DESCRIPTION// 40 x 50 Landing Net 6mm Mono 45 x 55 Landing Net 6mm Mono

RRP// £11.99 £12.99

ETHOS LANDING NET HANDLE

• Top quality take-apart carbon landing net handle

CODE// GLN004 GLN005

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DESCRIPTION// Ethos 4.4m - 3 Piece Take Apart Ethos 3.0m - 2 Piece Take Apart

RRP// £104.99 £74.99

CARPMASTER LANDING NET HANDLE • Stiff, strong, value for money handles

CODE// GLN001 GLN002 GLN003

DESCRIPTION// Carpmaster Telescopic 2.6m Carpmaster Take Apart 2.6m Carpmaster Take Apart 3.3m

RRP// £49.99 £49.99 £54.99

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// Matrix reels come in two models, the Reflex 4000 and the Ultron in 3000 and 4000 sizes.

These reels have been selected and developed to suit match fishing and cover all float and feeder methods. The robust construction and gearing has been thoroughly tested to ensure they can withstand the repeated strain of modern float and feeder methods.

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• 9 stainless steel ball bearings • Lightweight compact graphite body • Wide aluminium spool for use with strong line • Rotor brake stops rotor moving when bail arm open for casting • Multi-disc front drag • Weight - 250g • Gear ratio - 5.1:1 • Retrieve - 82cm per handle turn • Capacity - 0.23mm/150m • Supplied with aluminium spare spool

CODE// GRL001

DESCRIPTION// Reflex 4000

RRP// £89.99

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• 5 stainless steel ball bearings • Lightweight compact graphite body • Balanced rotor • Multi-disc front drag • Weight - 3000 - 320g 4000- 360g • Gear ratio - 5.0:1 • Retrieve - 3000 - 69cm · 4000 - 74cm per handle turn • Capacity - 3000 0.24mm/350m 4000 0.24mm/450m • Supplied with aluminium spare spool

CODE// GRL004 GRL003

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DESCRIPTION// Ultron 3000 Ultron 4000

RRP// £59.99 £64.99

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60 POLES / ELASTIC

The Finesse 13m has been designed exclusively for international competition fishing throughout Europe and complies to strict length limits.

FINESSE COMPETITION 13M

• 13m pole designed for International Match rules • Special taper for maximum performance at full length • Extremely high quality carbon and resins • 870g • 9 Sections • 13m Package includes 13m Pole, 2 x Top 5 Kits, 1 x Top 5 Cupping Kit

CODE// GPO005 GPO006 GPO010 GPO007 GPO008

DESCRIPTION// Finesse 13m Pole Package Finesse Top 5 Kit Finesse Top 5 River Kit Finesse Top 5 Cupping Kit Finesse 13m Pole Only

RRP// £1899.00 £299.00 £249.00 £169.00 £1399.00

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The Matrix Power X pole offers outstanding value for money and features a strong multi-radial carbon weave construction. The 13m X Power Match version is a budget priced match pole for all round use.

POWER X 9.5M, 11.5M, 13.0M

• Outstanding value for money • Built using multi-radial carbon weave • Robust performance for all-round fishing • Line rating up to 0.20mm diameter • Elastic Rating 20 • Supplied with 1 extra top 3 Kit and Mini extension

CODE// GPO001 GPO002 GPO009 GPO003 GPO004

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DESCRIPTION// Power X 9.5m Pole Package Power X 11.5m Pole Package X Power 13m Pole Package Power X 9.5m Top 4 Kit Power X 11.5m/13.0m Top 4 Kit

RRP// £229.99 £279.99 £449.99 £74.99 £79.99

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DACRON ELASTIC CONNECTORS

• Line friendly connector with soft fluorescent bead • Available in 3 colours • Neat moulded end for secure line connection • 3 Connectors per pack

CODE// GAC016 GAC017 GAC018

DESCRIPTION// Large Dacron Connector Red Large Dacron Connector Orange Large Dacron Connector Yellow

INTERNAL PTFE BUSH • Top grade PTFE bush • 1 bush per pack

CODE// GAC028 GAC029 GAC030 GAC031

DESCRIPTION// Size 1 Bore Size 1.8mm (Yellow) Size 2 Bore Size 2.4mm (Purple) Size 3 Bore Size 3.4mm (Green) Size 4 Bore Size 4.7mm (Light Blue)

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HOLLOW ELASTIC

• Made from 100% pure latex • Bright fluorescent colours for visibility • Sizes are the equivalent to solid elastic ratings • 3 metres

CODE// GAC011 GAC012 GAC013 GAC014 GAC015

DESCRIPTION// Hollow Elastic Size 8 (Yellow) Hollow Elastic Size10 (Orange) Hollow Elastic Size 12 (Red) Hollow Elastic Size 14 (Yellow) Hollow Elastic Size 20 (Purple)

EXTERNAL PTFE BUSH

• Made from 100% pure latex • Bright fluorescent colours for visibility • Supplied on a Matrix 18cm pole winder • Contains 6 metres

CODE// GAC001 GAC002 GAC003 GAC004 GAC005 GAC006 GAC007 GAC008 GAC009 GAC010

DESCRIPTION// Size 2 (0.66mm) Size 3 (0.75mm) Size 4 (0.84mm) Size 5 (0.93mm) Size 6 (1.06mm) Size 8 (1.27mm) Size 10 (1.44mm) Size 12 (1.60mm) Size 14 (1.80mm) Size 16 (2.00mm)

ELASTIC CONNECTORS

• Simple push-over PTFE bush • 1 bush per pack

CODE// GAC034 GAC035 GAC036 GAC037

SOLID ELASTIC

• Plastic connectors in two popular colours • Available in small and medium for fine and medium solid elastics and large for strong and hollow elastics • 1 connector per pack

DESCRIPTION// Size 1 Bore Size 1.7mm (Purple) Size 2 Bore Size 2.6mm (Orange) Size 3 Bore Size 3.2mm (Yellow) Size 4 Bore Size 3.7mm (Pink)

CODE// GAC020 GAC021 GAC022 GAC023 GAC024 GAC025

DESCRIPTION// Connector Small Yellow Connector Small Red Connector Medium Yellow Connector Medium Red Connector Large Yellow Connector Large Red

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PULL BUNG

• Large easy to fit cone suits all top kit sizes • Central plastic tube through cone with PTFE bush for protection of elastic • Helps land fish more quickly

CODE// GAC027

DESCRIPTION// Pull Bung

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WINDER BUNG

• Elastic bung with built-in elastic winder • Small suitable for number 2 sections • Large suitable for 3rd and 4th sections • Can be easily cut to fit pole section • Detachable extractor rod

CODE// GAC019 GAC026

DESCRIPTION// Small Winder Bung Large Winder Bung

ELASTIC THREADER

• Diamond eye elastic threader • Extra long 2m length

CODE// GAC038

DESCRIPTION// Pole Elastic Threader

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METHOD FEEDER MOULD

• For use with all Matrix Method feeders • Also works with many other flat Method feeders • Deep design lets you load up the Method with more bait than normal moulds if you want • Soft malleable material for easy release of feeder

CODE// GFR050 GFR061

DESCRIPTION// Medium Method Mould Large Method Mould

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IN-LINE HOOPED METHOD FEEDER

• In-line design conforms to all fishery rules • Unique quick change design • Hoops around the rim hold groundbait or pellets securely without inhibiting the use of large hookbaits • Aerodynamic shape for accurate casting

CODE// GFR045 GFR090 GFR046 GFR047 GFR048 GFR049 GFR056 GFR057 GFR058 GFR059 GFR060

DESCRIPTION// 15gr Medium 23gr Medium 30gr Medium 45gr Medium 60gr Medium 80gr Medium 30gr Large 45gr Large 60gr Large 75gr Large 90gr Large

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23gr Medium

• Sinking braid with smooth outer surface • Designed for extreme distance casting • Thin diameter with high knot strength • Dark neutral colour

CODE// GBL001 GBL002

DESCRIPTION// Submerge Feeder Braid 0.08mm Submerge Feeder Braid 0.10mm

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IN-LINE OPEN METHOD FEEDER

• In-line design conforms to all fishery rules • Unique quick change design • Perfect for short range work with pellets • Aerodynamic shape for accurate casting

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SUBMERGE FEEDER BRAID

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CODE// GFR040 GFR091 GFR041 GFR042 GFR043 GFR044 GFR051 GFR052 GFR053 GFR054 GFR055

DESCRIPTION// 15gr Medium 23gr Medium 30gr Medium 45gr Medium 60gr Medium 80gr Medium 30gr Large 45gr Large 60gr Large 75gr Large 90gr Large

CODE// GFR099 GFR100 GFR102 GFR103

DESCRIPTION// 15gr Small 25gr Small 25gr Medium 35gr Medium

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PELLET FEEDER

• Totally in-line and fish friendly • Unique quick change design • Open scoop cut back at the correct angle to release pellets easily • Available in Small and Medium

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OPEN END FEEDERS

WIRE CAGE FEEDERS

• Made from tough tinted plastic • Available in three sizes with weights up to 60g • Built in swivel to reduce tangles

CODE// GFR001 GFR002 GFR003 GFR004

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DESCRIPTION// 15gr Small 25gr Small 20gr Medium 30gr Medium

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• Made from 4mm wire mesh • Available in four sizes with weights up to 100g • Built in swivel to reduce tangles • Excellent value for money

RRP// £1.20 £1.20 £1.20 £1.20

CODE// GFR005 GFR006 GFR007 GFR008 GFR009

CODE// GFR025 GFR026 GFR027 GFR028 GFR029 GFR030 GFR031

DESCRIPTION// 40gr Medium 60gr Medium 30gr Large 45gr Large 60gr Large

CODE// GFR032 GFR033 GFR034 GFR035 GFR036 GFR037 GFR038 GFR039

DESCRIPTION// 30gr Large 45gr Large 60gr Large 80gr Large 40gr XL 60gr XL 80gr XL 100gr XL

CODE// GFR020 GFR086 GFR087 GFR021 GFR022 GFR023 GFR024 GFR088 GFR089

DESCRIPTION// 80gr Large 100gr Large 120gr Large 40gr XL 60gr XL 80gr XL 100gr XL 120gr XL 140gr XL

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STAINLESS STEEL CAGE FEEDERS

• Made from tough 6mm stainless steel mesh • Built in swivel to reduce tangles

HORIZON FEEDERS

• Designed for extreme distance casting • Stainless steel mesh

CODE// GFR062 GFR063 GFR064 GFR065 GFR066 GFR067 GFR068 GFR069

DESCRIPTION// 20gr Small 30gr Small 40gr Small 20gr Medium 30gr Medium 40gr Medium 50gr Medium

DESCRIPTION// 20gr Small 30gr Small 40gr Small 50gr Small 60gr Small 80gr Small 100gr Small 30gr Medium

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CODE// GFR070 GFR071 GFR072 GFR073 GFR074 GFR075 GFR076

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• Quick change clip to change from feeders to leads in seconds • Can be used with Evolution Method feeders • 5 per pack

CODE// GAC210

DESCRIPTION// 40gr Medium 50gr Medium 60gr Medium 80gr Medium 100gr Med. 120gr Med. 140gr Med.

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QUICK CHANGE LEAD CLIP

CODE// GFR010 GFR011 GFR012 GFR013 GFR014 GFR015 GFR016 GFR017 GFR018 GFR019

RUBBER QUICK BEAD

• Rubber bead with quick change facility • Perfect for the Evolution In-line Method feeder • 5 per pack

CODE// GAC171

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DESCRIPTION// 20gr Small 30gr Small 40gr Small 20gr Medium 30gr Medium 40gr Medium 50gr Medium 30gr Large 45gr Large 60gr Large

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TAIL RUBBERS

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• Replacement tail rubbers for Evolution Method feeders and Quick Change Lead Clip • 8 per pack

CODE// GAC214

FEEDER BEAD

• Free flowing plastic bead with built in link swivel • Great for quick change of running feeders • 5 per pack

CODE// GAC170

3 BARREL SUPER SWIVEL

• Reduces line twist when feeder fishing • Much more efficient than single barrel swivels • 10 per pack

CODE// GAC169

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64 FLOATS

CARP SERIES 1

• Dumpy diamond shape for stability • Thick hollow plastic tip for bigger baits • Carbon stem for toughness • Great all round big bait float

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BOLO HOLD

• Hollow high visibility tips for easy shooting • Carbon stem to reduce tangles when casting • Carrot shape top for holding back • Line through body to stop line bedding into float

CODE// GPL101 GPL102 GPL103 GPL104 GPL105 GPL106

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DESCRIPTION// Bolo Hold 8gr Bolo Hold 10gr Bolo Hold 12gr Bolo Hold 14gr Bolo Hold 16gr Bolo Hold 18gr

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BOLO RUN

CODE// GPL001 GPL002 GPL003 GPL004

DESCRIPTION// Series 1 0.10gr Series 1 0.20gr Series 1 0.30gr Series 1 0.40gr

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CODE// GPL107 GPL108 GPL109 GPL110 GPL111 GPL112

• Slim body for pellet fishing • Thick plastic tip for big baits • Carbon stem for strength • Perfect for summer pellet fishing

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POLE FLOAT SILICONE

• Top quality clear pole float silicone • 1 metre per pack

CODE// GAC196 GAC126 GAC127 GAC128

DESCRIPTION// Float Silicone 0.2mm Float Silicone 0.3mm Float Silicone 0.4mm Float Silicone 0.5mm

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CODE// GPL005 GPL006 GPL007

DESCRIPTION// Series 2 0.10gr Series 2 0.20gr Series 2 0.30gr

CARP SERIES 3

• Dumpy pear shape for stability • Thick hollow plastic tip for bigger baits • Fibreglass stem for toughness • Great all round big bait float

CODE// GPL008 GPL009 GPL010 GPL011

DESCRIPTION// Series 3 0.10gr Series 3 0.20gr Series 3 0.30gr Series 3 0.40gr

DESCRIPTION// Bolo Run 6gr Bolo Run 8gr Bolo Run 10gr Bolo Run 12gr Bolo Run 14gr Bolo Run 16gr

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• Balsa bodied dibber • Stable carbon stem • Perfect for fishing shallow • Excellent margin float for big baits

• Hollow high visibility tips for easy shooting • Carbon stem to reduce tangles when casting • Slim body shape for smaller fish and roach • Body shape allows for easy striking and fast fishing

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CARP SERIES 2

CODE// GAC129 GAC197 GAC198 GAC199

DESCRIPTION// Float Silicone 0.6mm Float Silicone 0.8mm Float Silicone 1.0mm Float Silicone 1.2mm

CODE// GPL012 GPL013 GPL014 GPL015 GPL016

DESCRIPTION// Series 4 0.10gr Series 4 0.20gr Series 4 0.30gr Series 4 0.45gr Series 4 0.50gr

PENCIL SERIES 5

• Slim body with sensitive tapered neck • Plastic tip for all bait sizes • Wire stem for stability • Perfect for lifting and dropping bait

CODE// GPL017 GPL018 GPL019 GPL020

DESCRIPTION// Series 5 0.10gr Series 5 0.20gr Series 5 0.30gr Series 5 0.40gr

PENCIL SERIES 6

• Slim body for pellet fishing • Long thin plastic tip for small baits • Carbon stem for strength • Perfect for fishing just on bottom and lifting

CODE// GPL021 GPL022 GPL023 GPL024 GPL025

DESCRIPTION// Series 6 0.10gr Series 6 0.20gr Series 6 0.30gr Series 6 0.40gr Series 6 0.50gr

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SILVER FISH SERIES 9 CARP SERIES 7

• Dumpy pear body for stability • Hollow tip for all bait sizes, which can be shotted down • Carbon stem • Great all round float

CODE// GPL026 GPL027 GPL028 GPL029

DESCRIPTION// Series 7 0.30gr Series 7 0.40gr Series 7 0.50gr Series 7 0.75gr

CARP SERIES 8

• Dumpy pear body with tapered neck • Hollow plastic tip for big baits • Fibreglass stem for strength • Good float for fishing on the bottom

CODE// GPL030 GPL031 GPL032 GPL033 GPL034

DESCRIPTION// Series 8 0.30gr Series 8 0.40gr Series 8 0.50gr Series 8 0.75gr Series 8 1.00gr

• Slim pear body for slow waters • Plastic tip for easy shotting onto tip • Long carbon stem ideal for deeper water

CODE// GPL035 GPL036 GPL037 GPL038 GPL039 GPL040 GPL041 GPL071 GPL072 GPL073

DESCRIPTION// Series 9 0.50gr Series 9 0.75gr Series 9 1.00gr Series 9 1.50gr Series 9 2.00gr Series 9 2.50gr Series 9 3.00gr Series 9 4.00gr Series 9 6.00gr Series 9 8.00gr

SILVER FISH SERIES 10

• Versatile slim diamond shape body • Fibre tip for sensitivity • Wire stem for stability • Perfect for small baits

CODE// GPL042 GPL043 GPL044 GPL045 GPL046 GPL047 GPL048 GPL049 GPL074 GPL075

DESCRIPTION// Series 10 0.10gr Series 10 0.20gr Series 10 0.30gr Series 10 0.40gr Series 10 0.50gr Series 10 0.60gr Series 10 0.80gr Series 10 1.00gr Series 10 1.50gr Series 10 2.00gr

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POLY SLIM

• Slim closed cell ‘waterproof’ foam body • Plastic tip for all bait sizes • Carbon stem for strength • Perfect for bottom fishing in shallow water

CODE// GPL078 GPL079 GPL080

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DESCRIPTION// Poly Slim 4 x 10 Poly Slim 4 x 12 Poly Slim 4 x 14

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CODE// GPL050 GPL051 GPL052 GPL053 GPL054 GPL055

DESCRIPTION// Series 11 0.50gr Series 11 0.75gr Series 11 1.00gr Series 11 1.25gr Series 11 1.50gr Series 11 2.00gr

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POLY LINE THROUGH

• Diamond closed cell ‘waterproof’ foam body • Plastic tip for all bait sizes • Carbon stem for strength • Fitted with an eye and also a hole through body • Perfect for bottom fishing in shallow water

CODE// GPL081 GPL082 GPL083 GPL084

• Short pear body for stability • Carbon tip with plastic sight • Long wire stem for stability • Excellent deep water float

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SIGHT TIP SERIES 11

DESCRIPTION// Poly Line Thr. 0.30gr Poly Line Thr. 0.50gr Poly Line Thr. 0.75gr Poly Line Thr. 1.00gr

POLY ALL ROUND

• Pear closed cell ‘waterproof’ foam body • Plastic tip for all bait sizes • Carbon stem for strength • Versatile all round float for many uses

CODE// GPL085 GPL086 GPL087 GPL088 GPL089

DESCRIPTION// Poly All Round 0.20gr Poly All Round 0.30gr Poly All Round 0.50gr Poly All Round 0.75gr Poly All Round 1.00gr

• High density closed cell ‘waterproof’ foam body • Fitted with an eye and also a hole through body • Wire stem for maximum stability • High visibility fibre tips

CODE// GPL090 GPL091 GPL092 GPL093 GPL094 GPL096 GPL097 GPL098 GPL099 GPL100

DESCRIPTION// Poly Hold 1gr Poly Hold 2gr Poly Hold 3gr Poly Hold 4gr Poly Hold 6gr Poly Hold 8gr Poly Hold 10gr Poly Hold 12gr Poly Hold 15gr Poly Hold 20gr

SIGHT TIP SERIES 12

• Long pear body • Carbon tip with plastic sight • Long carbon stem for stability • Excellent deep water float

CODE// GPL056 GPL057 GPL058 GPL059 GPL060 GPL061

DESCRIPTION// Series 12 0.50gr Series 12 0.75gr Series 12 1.00gr Series 12 1.25gr Series 12 1.50gr Series 12 2.00gr

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CARP BAGGERS

CODE// GHK029 GHK030 GHK031 GHK032 NE W

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CODE// DESCRIPTION// GAC189 Micro Super Stops (12 per pack) GAC190 Large Super Stops (12 per pack)

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CODE// GHK006 GHK007 GHK008 GHK009 GHK010

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SUPER STOP BAIT NEEDLE

• Designed for use with the Super Stops • Large easy grip handle

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GAC192 Super Stop Needle

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SUPER POLE

• Barbed spade-end • Modern crystal bend • Medium wire with black nickel finish • For pole and light float with small baits

CODE// GHK011 GHK012 GHK013 GHK014 GHK015 GHK016

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DESCRIPTION// Size 12 Size 14 Size 16 Size 18

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DESCRIPTION// Size 12 Size 14 Size 16 Size 18 Size 20

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• Micro barbed eyed with in-turned point • Hybrid round/crystal bend • Medium wire with bronze finish

• Barbed spade-end, wide gape • Hybrid round/crystal bend • Medium wire with black nickel finish • For float and feeder fishing

DESCRIPTION// Size 14 Size 16 Size 18 Size 20 Size 22

• Blunt rounded ends prevent bending • Thin enough for all baits • Micro size for small soft 6-8mm baits • Large size for big baits and boilies

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SUPER MATCH

• Barbless spade-end • Short shank crystal bend • Medium wire with black nickel finish • For large silver fish and F1’s

SUPER STOPS

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CODE// GHK033 GHK034 GHK035 GHK036 NE W

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DESCRIPTION// Size 14 Size 16 Size 18 Size 20

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SILVER BAGGERS

CODE// GHK001 GHK002 GHK003 GHK004 GHK005

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• Barbless eyed with in-turned point • Hybrid round/crystal bend • Strong wire with bronze finish

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CARP RIGGERS

• Barbless spade-end with in-turned point • Hybrid round/crystal bend • Strong wire with bronze finish

CODE// GHK024 GHK025 GHK026 GHK027 GHK028

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DESCRIPTION// Size 12 Size 14 Size 16 Size 18 Size 20 Size 20

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PULLER BAIT NEEDLES

• Thin wire needle with rounded bent end • Perfect for pulling bands into soft baits

CODE// DESCRIPTION// GAC193 Puller Bait Needle

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MATRIX SWEATSHIRT

MATRIX POLO SHIRT

• Quality sweatshirt with Matrix logo • Elasticated cuffs and base • Anti-pill warm lining

CODE// GPR006 GPR007 GPR008 GPR009 GPR010

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2 PIECE THERMAL SUIT

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DESCRIPTION// 2 Piece Suit M 2 Piece Suit L 2 Piece Suit XL 2 Piece Suit XXL 2 Piece Suit XXXL

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RRP// £29.99 £29.99 £29.99 £29.99 £29.99

CODE// GPR001 GPR002 GPR003 GPR004 GPR005

DESCRIPTION// Polo Shirt M Polo Shirt L Polo Shirt XL Polo Shirt XXL Polo Shirt XXXL

RRP// £19.99 £19.99 £19.99 £19.99 £19.99

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• 3/4 length Jacket and Bib ‘n’ Brace combination • Totally waterproof (10000mm) • High thermal insulation • Strengthened wear areas on Bib ‘n’ Brace • Storm flap pockets • Zip bottoms on Bib ‘n’ Brace • Designed to offer easy movement when fishing

CODE// GPR017Z GPR018Z GPR019Z GPR020Z GPR021Z

DESCRIPTION// Sweat Shirt M Sweat Shirt L Sweat Shirt XL Sweat Shirt XXL Sweat Shirt XXXL

• Classic polo shirt design • High quality fabric • Matrix logo on chest

RRP// £159.99 £159.99 £159.99 £159.99 £159.99

MATRIX HOODIE

MATRIX CAP

• Quality sweatshirt with Matrix logo • Elasticated cuffs • Drawstring hood • Anti-pill warm lining

CODE// GPR011 GPR012 GPR013 GPR014 GPR015

DESCRIPTION// Hoodie M Hoodie L Hoodie XL Hoodie XXL Hoodie XXXL

• Adjustable cap with large peak • Matrix logo on front • One size fits all

RRP// £32.99 £32.99 £32.99 £32.99 £32.99

CODE// GPR016

DESCRIPTION// Cap

RRP// £7.99

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Acknowledgements: Live photography: Lewis Porter Special thanks to: Bauer Media, David Hall Publishing Matrix reserve the right to modify or alter prices or specifications in any respect without prior notice.

Technical data and specification correct at time of going to press.

All weights and dimensions are approximate.

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