BANANA RODS - 2016 CARP RANGE - ENGLISH

BANANA RODS

CARP RODS 2016

Luxury Rods 100% “Made in France”

In this catalogue, we are delighted to introduce you to the new range of carp rods from BANANA RODS. BANANA RODS blanks and rods are designed, manufactured and built from start to finish in our workshops in Chaingy, near Orleans / France: choice of carbons, design and manufacture of blanks, rod building, custom finishing, and varnishing in a clean-room environment...

We decided to retain overall control of production in France, in order to provide every angler with unequalled performance, a perfect finish, and incomparable angling pleasure.

Throughout our product range, you will find evidence of our extensive know-how at BANANA RODS, plus our ongoing goal of extreme quality that we strive towards every day and at each stage of our uncompromising manufacturing process.

There is also the care we take to provide our customers with the best service following delivery of their rods.

Today, BANANA RODS products form part of the equipment of anglers throughout the whole of Europe, and even beyond, and for us this success is a real sign that encourages us to continue on this road to excellence.

Welcome to the BANANA RODS Angling Community !

Valentin de Ruffray Président

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EDITORIAL

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BANANA RODS - THE DIFFERENCE

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BLANK MANUFACTURING & ROD BUILDING

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BLANK MANUFACTURING

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ROD BUILDING

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROD

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THE CARP RODS RANGE

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THE T 48 RODS

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12’ - 3,25lbs

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12’ - 3,5lbs

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12,6 - 3,25lbs

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12 - 3,5lbs

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THE VECTRUM X RODS

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VECTRUM X 12,6’ - 3,5lbs

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VECTRUM X LIGHT 12,6 - 3,5lbs

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THE CROSS RODS

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10’ - 3lbs

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10’ - 3,5lbs

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11’ - 3lbs

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11’ - 3,5lbs

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THE SPODMARKER ROD

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SPODMARKER 12,6’ - 4,75lbs

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BANANA RODS FINISH LEVELS

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«PREMIUM» FINISH

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«EXCLUSIVE» MADE TO MESURE FINISH

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INSCRIPTIONS

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HANDLES

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REEL SEATS

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RINGS

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WHIPPING COLOURS

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TIPPING COLOURS

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BANANA RODS - THE DIFFERENCE What makes Banana Rods different are the 1001 details, large and small, visible and invisible, that reflect our techniques and philosophical approach, which make each of our rods exceptional.

A few examples...

Latest generation carbons, cut and assembled with great precision, with up to 10 different carbons in a single blank Our range of computerised machinery, using the latest technologies Specific Banana Rods joint-section fitting, ensuring a perfect wear-resistant joint between butt and tip section Exclusive glossy blank, impact resistant and age-proof thanks to its special varnish-free surface treatment Blanks checked and tested on a test-bench before rod assembly High-tech bonding using electronic measuring/blending device Exclusive technique for centering and gluing the reel seat onto the blank, guaranteeing a perfect fusion between the 2 components and removing the risk of it coming loose or the reel swivelling, as can happen with traditional methods of assembly Laser rod-ring alignment before whipping Marine-quality stainless steel trim rings, giving protection against any corrosion over the years Reel seat with tensioning screw, guaranteeing a totally solid connection between rod and reel in the face of the stresses undergone during casting and playing Hand varnishing in clean-room conditions, air filtered to 5 microns (technique exclusive to Banana Rods), with special slow-drying varnishes (15 hours), ensuring a perfect finish and surface quality, with no peaks or air bubbles (as opposed to quick-drying industrial varnishes) Full personalised finish to customer’s specifications (Exclusive Finish) plus our full After Sales service, proactive and always available.

...and to ensure that every angler has years of trouble-free successful angling, rods from BANANA RODS are guaranteed for 10 years !

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BLANK MANUFACTURING & ROD BUILDING

Blank Manufacturing Each BANANA RODS blank is designed and developed in-house by our Design Office, following demanding specifications drawn up using the expertise of our team of product developers and the properties of the latest generations of carbon cloths.

Next come 10 stages of manufacturing, from cutting shapes out of carbon cloth to finishing and testing the blank on the test-bench, using highly sophisticated computer-controlled machines.

A complex and rigorous process, which calls for specialised know-how and skills, and guarantees high-performance blanks of impeccable quality, perfectly suited to each type of angling.

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BLANK MANUFACTURING & ROD BUILDING

Rod Building Preparing the blank, attaching the handle and reel seat, whipping on the rings, adding tippings, custom inscriptions, varnishing – all tasks and actions that are essential to the quality of a rod, requiring dexterity, meticulousness, and precision, and always carried out with the utmost care.

It is this almost obsessional search for perfection at every stage of the building and finishing process that represents the trademark of BANANA RODS and leads to the success of our rods.

Total product control from A to Z means we can offer top-quality rods that meet the requirements of the most demanding anglers in every way, combining performance with impeccable finish, 100% «Made in France», and guaranteed for 10 years.

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CHOOSING THE RIGHT ROD

Action Optimal casting weight

Vectrum X Light 12’6’’ 3,5 lb

Spod Marker X 12’ 4,75 lb

Fast and Powerfull Very long range

Fast, easy to compress

Powerfull easy to compress

4 oz

4 oz

3,5 oz

5,5 oz

140-160 yds

160-190 yds

165-200 yds

145-180 yds

165-190 yds

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T 48

T 48

T 48

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Vectrum X

10’ 3 lb

10’ 3,5 lb

11’ 3,25 lb

11’ 3,5 lb

12’ 3,25 lb

12’ 3,5 lb

12’6’’ 3,25 lb

12’6’’ 3,5 lb

12’6’’ 3,5 lb

Progressive Reactive

Progressive Powerfull

Progressive Reactive

Progressive Powerfull

Progressive Soft

Progressive Ultra accurate

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4 oz

3,5 oz

4 oz

3,5 oz

4-4,5 oz

3,5 oz

110-130 yds

120-140 yds

130-150 yds

150-170 yds

155-175 yds

Casting range 110-130 yds

Progressive Progressive Ultra accurate Ultra accurate

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Long range casting

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T 48 The all-round rod, accurate and ready for any adventure Page 10

VECTRUM X The longest and easiest long range rod Page 16

CROSS The range of slim, light and high performing short rods Page 20

SPODMARKER X The only top-end rod designed to combine the functions of a long-range spod rod and a long-range marker rod !

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T 48 The all-round rod, accurate and ready for any adventure

T 48

READY FOR ANYTHING The T-48 is THE all-round rod.

Its characteristic action makes it capable of dealing with any angling situation without being found wanting.

LEGENDARY BATTLES Its carefully-designed action will give you that special feeling that you look for in each fight, so that every fish will remain engraved on your memory.

THE LEAD LANDS RIGHT ON THE SPOT YOU’RE LOOKING AT Breathtaking precision. Thanks to its exclusive technology using carbon woven at 45°, the T-48 is the most accurate rod there is…

The lead lands right on the spot you’re looking at !

STUNNING CASTING PERFORMANCE The T-48 may well be slim and nice to look at, but it’s also an exceptional casting tool, capable of helping you to exceed your limits, and allowing you to fish out there where other anglers can’t get their rigs !

COMPARE THE T-48 VARIATIONS T 48 12’ - 3,25lbs

T 48 12’ - 3,5lbs

T 48 12’6 - 3,25lbs

T 48 12’6 - 3,5lbs

Pleasure : 100/100

Pleasure : 60/100

Pleasure : 100/100

Pleasure : 75/100

Power : 75/100

Power : 100/100

Power : 75/100

Power : 100/100

Distance : 75/100

Distance : 75/100

Distance : 75/100

Distance : 100/100

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T 48 12’ - 3,25lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish T 48

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

All-rounder: Gravel pits, rivers, lakes... equally at home when using a boat or casting.

Easy to compress and a pleasure when playing fish of all sizes.

Awesome accuracy: «The lead lands right on the spot I’m looking at.»

Using leads from 3 to 4 oz.

Progressive action with bags of power in reserve.

At home in all situations – never found wanting.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 100/100 Power : 75/100 Distance : 75/100

Average cast distance : 150-170 yds Recommanded casting weight : 3,5 oz Length : 12’

Action : Progressive, Ultra accurate

AVAILABLE IN TWO FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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T 48 12’ - 3,5lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish T 48

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Power: anywhere a powerful rod is needed: rivers of all sizes, snaggy areas, when using large PVA bags – equally good when casting or using a boat.

The tip is highly stable, so as to cast heavy weights accurately.

The progressive action allows you to engage in tough battles without the risk of the hook coming adrift.

Infinite reserves of power.

Completely at home in any fishing situation where power is essential, without being stiff or difficult to compress.

Awesome accuracy: «The lead lands right on the spot I’m looking at.»

Designed to deliver heavy loads, up to 5 oz at full speed and 6,5 oz at 75%. Capable of handling the hardest-fighting carp.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 60/100 Power : 100/100 Distance : 75/100

Average cast distance : 155-175 yds Recommanded casting weight : 4-4,5 oz Length : 12’

AVAILABLE IN «EXCLUSIVE» FINISH «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

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Action : Progressive, Ultra accurate

T 48 12’6’’ - 3,25lbs

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Accurate angling using leads from 3 to 4 oz.

Fishing on stillwaters and slowflowing rivers.

Very easy to compress; this is the most flexible rod in the range.

Its typical action gives you plenty of pleasure when playing fish.

Easy to compress; precise and enjoyable when playing fish.

This is the perfect rod for accurate fishing, whether casting or using a boat, when it isn’t essential to cast heavy tackle.

Awesome accuracy: «The lead lands right on the spot I’m looking at».

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 100/100 Power : 75/100 Distance : 75/100

Average cast distance : 140-160 yds Recommanded casting weight : 3,5 oz Length : 12’6’’

AVAILABLE IN «EXCLUSIVE» FINISH «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

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Action : Progressive, Soft

T 48 12’6’’ - 3,5lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish T 48

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Power - Distance – Accuracy.

A rod suited to all types of angling requiring these 3 qualities.

Fishing big lakes, large rivers, among snags at long range on lakes.

Capable of putting rigs out accurately to 175 yds.

Powerful and also easy to compress.

Its action allows you to feel the fight of smaller fish but also to get a ‘lump’ out of a snag.

A versatile rod, with lots of power to fish anywhere, including when you need to make long, accurate casts or use heavy end tackle.

It’s easy to compress, and accessible to anyone who is seeking to gain some extra meters, with a progressive action.

Awesome accuracy: «The lead lands right on the spot I’m looking at».

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 75/100 Power : 100/100 Distance : 100/100

Average cast distance : 160-190 yds Recommanded casting weight : 4 oz Length : 12’6’’

Action : Progressive, Ultra accurate

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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VECTRUM The longest and easiest long range rod

VECTRUM X

THE LONGEST OF LONG-RANGE RODS In a very short time, the Vectrum has become the new benchmark in the ‘casting rod’ category, with casting performance varying from 165 yds for an average caster to 210 yds for the experts amongst us, after just a few casts.

AMAZINGLY EASY TO COMPRESS Fast powerful action Unlike the majority of ‘casting rods’, the Vectrum is very easy to compress.

You don’t need to be a top-class athlete to finally achieve those distances that in many situations will mean a few extra fish.

ULTRA-LIGHT Weighs 3,5 oz less than long-range rods Thanks to the top-quality engineering involved in the carbon manufacture and a new design, we have obtained a rod of surprising lightness and rapidity of action: weighs only 12,5 oz when fitted with 50mm butt rings !

FINALLY - A ROD THAT GIVES YOU ‘PLAYING PLEASURE’ with competition-level performance The special manufacturing process using 5 ‘very high modulus’ carbons makes this rod amazingly enjoyable to play fish on… a first in this category !

COMPARE THE VECTRUM VARIATIONS VECTRUM X 12,6’ - 3,5lbs

VECTRUM X LIGHT 12,6’ - 3,5lbs

Pleasure : 60/100

Pleasure : 75/100

Power : 100/100

Power : 75/100

Distance : 100/100

Distance : 90/100

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VECTRUM X 12’6’’ - 3,5lbs

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Long range casting.

THE long-range rod.

Excels when you need to cast beyond 175 yds. Capable of casting PVA bags extreme distances.

Very fast action combined with ultra-low weight.

Its action has been designed to allow good casters to achieve extreme distances.

Rapid tip compression, even when playing smaller fish.

In the hands of a good caster, it can achieve miracles in terms of distance.

Its reliable, flexible action when playing fish makes it a particularly suitable tool for long range casting.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 60/100 Power : 100/100 Distance : 100/100

Average cast distance : 165-200 yds Recommanded casting weight : 4 oz Length : 12’6’’

Action : Fast and Powerfull Very long range

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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VECTRUM X LIGHT 12’6’’ - 3,5lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish VECTRUM X Light

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Long range - lakes.

Angling styles using leads or small PVA sticks.

Fast, light action… like a fencing foil.

Very easy to compress, with an enjoyable playing action.

Allows the average caster to make rapid progress and make significant gains in distance.

Perfect rods for casting on stillwaters.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 75/100 Power : 75/100 Distance : 90/100

Average cast distance : 145-180 yds Recommanded casting weight : 3,5 oz Length : 12’6’’

Action : Fast, Easy to compress

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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CROSS The range of slim, light and high performing short rods

CROSS 10’ & 11’

SHORT RODS

With a true ‘top-of-the-range’ action The cutting-edge engineering used in their development, combined with the expertise of rod-builders Banana Rods, makes this range a marvel for fans of slim, light, high performance short rods!

HIGHLY RESPONSIVE ACTION - EASY TO COMPRESS For long, accurate casting

These ‘pleasure’ rods, very easy to use, are nevertheless excellent casting tools, capable of launching a 3,5 oz lead 110 yds or a 5,5 oz lead 80 yds.

ULTRA-LIGHT RODS

A delight when playing fish A highly specialised action, with low-down reserves and a magnificent fighting curve, make the fight one to be savoured!

ULTRA-VERSATILE At ease anywhere

Ready for the adventure! The characteristics of these rods constructed from a blend of 5 AeroSpace® grade carbons are simple and uncompromising: at ease in a boat, at ease on a river, capable of stopping fish of all sizes, while giving you maximum playing pleasure.

COMPARE THE CROSS VARIATIONS CROSS 10’ - 3lbs

CROSS 10’ - 3,5lbs

CROSS 11’ - 3,25lbs

CROSS 11’ - 3,5lbs

Pleasure : 100/100

Pleasure : 75/100

Pleasure : 100/100

Pleasure : 75/100

Power : 75/100

Power : 100/100

Power : 75/100

Power : 100/100

Distance : 60/100

Distance : 60/100

Distance : 75/100

Distance : 85/100

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CROSS 10’ - 3lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish Cross 10’

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Short range – pleasure fishing –

Ultra-responsive action; very light.

Easily compressed, but with a good reserve of power.

The ultimate light rod.

Great fun, and will give you lots of pleasure.

Superb for boat fishing.

For powerful fish, opt for the ‘Power’ 3,5lbs version.

Casting up to 110 yds.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 100/100 Power : 75/100 Distance : 60/100

Average cast distance : 110-130 yds Recommanded casting weight : 3 oz Length : 10’

Action : Progressive, Very reactive

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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CROSS 10’ - 3,5lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish Cross 10’

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

Short-range fishing requiring power: A very crisp rod with a highly boat fishing, snags, rivers or large progressive action. lakes.

It compresses quickly but rapidly brings out its reserve of power.

EXPERT’S RATING A slim, ultra-light rod with a good reserve of power.

The adventurer’s rod, ideal for sport fishing !

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 75/100 Power : 100/100 Distance : 60/100

Average cast distance : 110-130 yds Recommanded casting weight : 4 oz Length : 10’

AVAILABLE «IN EXCLUSIVE» FINISH «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

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Action : Progressive Powerfull

CROSS 11’ - 3,25lbs

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Versatility: casts up to 140 yds.

Long-range work using a bait-boat or boat ; lakes, canals, small or large rivers.

Highly responsive and light, compresses very quickly.

The revelation of the range. Amazingly light and such a pleasure to use !

Surprising performance and playing pleasure. It’s difficult to go back to a conventional format after testing this rod.

This is our favourite rod for all fishing situations at less than 145 yds or when dropping rigs from a boat.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 100/100 Power : 75/100 Distance : 75/100

Average cast distance : 120-140 yds Recommanded casting weight : 3,5 oz Length : 11’

Action : Progressive, Reactive

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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CROSS 11’ - 3,5lbs

Sample of an «Exclusive» custom finish Cross 11’

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Angling situations that require power or heavy weights: when using a boat, snags, rivers, large lakes...

Very crisp, but with a soft action under compression.

A serious reserve of power that rapidly comes into play.

Very powerful and responsive, but still remains progressive.

Its intermediate length allows it to be both crisp and light, while giving better control over the fish and better casting performance than a 10’ model.

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Pleasure : 75/100 Power : 100/100 Distance : 85/100

Average cast distance : 130-150 yds Recommanded casting weight : 4 oz Length : 11’

AVAILABLE IN «EXCLUSIVE» FINISH «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

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Action : Progressive Powerfull

SPODMARKER The only top-end rod designed to combine the functions of a long-range spod rod and a long-range marker rod !

SPODMARKER X 12’ - 4,75lbs

SPOD & MARKER ROD

The first rod to combine the 2 functions – which it does amazingly well !

The SpodMarker® is the only top-end rod designed to combine the functions of a long-range spod rod and a long-range marker rod in the same model. Thanks to the use of 6 types of carbon, expertly distributed, this light, slim and ultra-powerful rod will allow you to carry out these two tasks with an ease of use and level of performance that have never before been achieved.

HOURS OF CASTING WITHOUT FATIGUE Its action is very easy to compress

The blank is light and slim, and has been designed to be easy to compress and thus greatly reduce the fatigue caused by repeated sessions of long-range spodding or marker work: you will achieve greater consistency, more easily, for longer periods…

The ‘key’ to catching more carp, free from fatigue and while retaining the same level of angling pleasure.

FEEL THE SLIGHTEST VARIATIONS OF THE BOTTOM

The ultra-high modulus carbon of the tip allows vibrations to be accentuated Thanks to an ultra-enhanced blank that relays sensations perfectly during long plumbing sessions. You’ll ‘see’ the bottom as you’ve never felt it before !

POWER SUITED TO THE JOB

At last, a rod capable of putting out the largest spod without feeling like a broom handle…

How many times have you found yourself dropping short when using a marker rod, or felt tired after 10 casts with an excessively stiff spod rod ?

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SPODMARKER X 12’ - 4,75lbs

ABOUT THIS ROD ANGLING CONDITIONS

PERFORMANCE

EXPERT’S RATING

Capable of long-range marker work, and can also cast a fully loaded Bait Rocket with amazing accuracy.

Easily compressible action with a highly stable tip for greater accuracy.

Its 4.75lb test curve allows you to cast any type of spod.

This rod is easy to compress for hours of problem-free spodding.

The tip section, made exclusively of high-modulus carbon, will give you the ‘feel’ of the bottom like never before, and its power will allow you to put a marker plus 4 oz lead right out where you’re fishing !

It’s the business !

SPECIFICATIONS SHEET Power : 90/100 Distance : 75/100

Average cast distance : 165-190 yds Recommanded casting weight : 5,5 oz Length : 12’

Action : Powerfull, Easy to comprim

AVAILABLE IN 2 FINISHES «EXCLUSIVE» Made to Measure finish The Banana Rods’ unique custom finish

«PREMIUM» finish The ready to go hight class finish

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BANANA RODS FINISH LEVELS

Our rods are available in 2 finish levels

«PREMIUM» finish BANANA RODS finish, available on rods held in stock

«EXCLUSIVE» Made-to-Measure finish Full custom finish on your set of rods

List of options for “Exclusive” finish Choice of blank finish, matt or Diamond Finish* (glossy blank) Choice of rings Choice of reel seat Choice of handle Choice of whipping colour Choice of tipping colour Choice of inscriptions on the rod** ...All these criteria will make your rods unique on the bank.

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* Diamond Finish: a superb glossy blank, thanks to a varnish-free process, impact resistant and age-proof. Technique exclusive to BANANA RODS.

** If you should wish to sell your rods, BANANA RODS offers you the option of removing or modifying custom inscriptions, to make it easier to sell your rods and allow the purchaser to personalise them in turn.

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PREMIUM FINISH «PREMIUM» finish ‘PREMIUM’ is BANANA RODS’ own standard finish: perfectly crafted, elegant and understated, available on our whole range of rods held in stock.

This is the finish to opt for when you want a set of off-the-peg rods without any delay in delivery.

‘PREMIUM’ FINISH - SPECIFICATION • Matt blank • Kigan 3D rings with SiC ceramic insert 40 - 50mm butt ring depending on model Anti-frap tip ring Black whippings • Black ‘Easy Power’ handle • Grey-blue ‘Arrius’ reel seat • Stainless steel butt cap engraved with the Banana Rods logo • Green Tippings on reel seat and joint • Banana Rods logo above reel seat • Inscription showing model and test curve

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EXCLUSIVE FINISH ÂŤEXCLUSIVEÂť Made-to-Measure finish

Choice of personalised inscriptions Inscriptions

Customise your rod with an inscription of your choice. Numerous fonts available.

Design / image

Option of having a design or image on your rod, taken from a pdf or jpeg file (subject to technical validation of the image).

Sample of personalised inscription

Sample of personalised inscription with image

Choice of handle Easy Power handle A highly innovative handle, specially manufactured from a rot-proof polymer. It ensures exceptional grip and comfort, and provides increased power and precision when casting, plus improved ease of handling when playing a fish.

Easy to clean, choice of 5 colours. Can be fitted to new rods or as a replacement for an existing handle.

Exclusive to BANANA RODS.

Cork handle The rod handle par excellence.

Every component of the full cork handle is carefully machined by hand, using a traditional technique, from a rare variety of Portuguese oak, characterised by a richly-coloured material that is highly stable.

Both elegant and refined, it benefits from a unique grip and look that cannot fail to appeal to fans of cork handles.

This handle is durable and very easy to maintain. It requires little care, and annual maintenance will bring it back to its former glory.

This handle is above all the emotional choice for connoisseurs !

Full cork handle

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EXCLUSIVE FINISH Choice of reel seat CENTRALOCK

Gunsmoke

Discreet and highly elegant, the CentraLock goes incredibly well with all types of finish.

Its body, made of 61XX aluminium, which is both light and very strong, is machined to provide all the performance of a top-end reel seat with minimal weight.

Chrome

Advantages: Lightness – Elegance – Provides optimum grip.

Grey blue

ARRIUS

Gunsmoke

Chrome

With its innovative design, the Arrius is an avant-garde reel seat.

Constructed of corrosion-resistant 61XX aluminium, the manufacturing process requires 8 stages of machining.

The surface is machined to create a ‘beaded’ effect, which reduces the weight and gives it a unique appearance.

Grey blue

Advantages: Look – Comfortable to use – Provides optimum grip.

MOËBIUS

Gunsmoke

This futuristic reel seat with its amazing design grabs your attention at first glance.

No fewer than 326 holes are machined in a triangular shape that contributes to the lightness of the body, made of 61XX aluminium, with the unique look of the Moebius.

An avant-garde item !

Chrome

Grey blue

Advantages: Lightness – Avant-garde design – Provides optimum grip.

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EXCLUSIVE FINISH Choice of rings FUJI K SERIES GUNSMOKE / Ceramic SIC

Fuji Gunsmoke double-leg Ø 50

The new benchmark.

The ultra-strong high performance Fuji K Gunsmoke is aimed at all those who want to stay at the cutting edge of technology with a discreet look.

The ‘K’ design makes it possible to prevent knots caused by the line wrapping round the rings, and thus eliminates any risk of ‘crack-offs’ when casting.

The Fuji SIC centre has been the benchmark for rod-rings for 15 years: wear-proof.

Available with either 40 or 50mm butt ring.

Fuji Gunsmoke double-leg Ø 40

Fuji Gunsmoke single leg

FUJI K SERIES TITANIUM / Ceramic SIC

Fuji Titanium double-leg Ø 50

Hand-polished Titanium double-leg Insert Fuji SIC Design K Anti-tangle Reserved for connoisseurs looking for extreme performance.

The Fuji K Titanium with its SIC centre is both lighter and more flexible than the Gunsmoke model, improving a rod’s performance and giving it a more fluid action.

The magnificent polished titanium frame gives this ring its unique and highly recognisable look.

Available with either 40 or 50mm butt ring.

Fuji Titanium double-leg Ø 40

Fuji Titanium single-leg

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EXCLUSIVE FINISH Choice of rings

FUJI K SERIES TITANIUM / Ceramic TORZITE Hand-polished Titanium Fuji TORZITE Design K Anti-tangle

Fuji Titanium Torzite double-leg Ø 40

The VERY BEST. The Fuji Series K Titanium TORZITE uses the Series K design with the performance of its Titanium frame together with a new centre made of an advanced ceramic, TORZITE. Lighter than the SIC, it is also stronger and considerably improves the passage of the line through the ring.

Available with 40 mm butt ring.

Fuji Titanium Torzite single-leg Ø 40

Choice of whipping colour

Choice of tipping colour

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