88 Purist is a concept inspired by leading UK specialist anglers including Shimano consultant and youngest ever Angling Times Drennan Cup holder Darran Goulder. The upshot is a quality, 10-strong range of species and situation-specific rods which offer everything the all-round specialist fish hunter could wish for. Non-glare satin finishes, quality fixtures and fittings...at realistic prices which won’t break the bank! Check out the full Purist range below:
PUB126 PULS11126 PUTF126 PUCC78 PUPP8 PUDBC12275 PUDBD12300 PULR66 PUBC1112150 PUBP1213200
12’6’’ 11’-12’6’’ 12’6’’ 7’-8’ 8’ 12’ 12’ 6’6’’ 11’-12’ 12’-13’
194 172 193 94 124 188 188 103 187 187
259 349 224 122 191 346 399 193 332 384
7 43 11 9 7 6 6 7 12 12
2 2+2+Ext (3 QT) 2 2 2 2 2 2 2+Ext (3 QT) 2+Ext (3 QT)
1.75lb 0.75lb-1.25lb 1.00lb 3g-15g 15g-40g 2.75lb 3.00lb 28g-90g 1.50lb 2.00lb
XT60
(PUDBC12275)
(PUDBD12300)
12ft 2¾lb Deadbait Classic (PUDBC12275)
Deadbaiting remains the No.1 tactic for UK predator anglers, and the sheer numbers of big pike which fall to this approach each season justify its enduring popularity. The 12ft 2¾lb Classic is the lighter of two deadbait rods in the Purist range. Features include cork/duplon handle, Shimano reel seat, six perfectly spaced and sized guides plus hook keeper and carbon line clip.
12ft 3lb Deadbait Distance (PUDBD12300)
On waters where pike lay further from the bank, the 12ft 3lb Distance rod will prove to be a better option than the 2¾lb Classic for the deadbait angler. Likewise if larger baits such as Mackerel and Herring are the choice, its extra power propels them further on the cast, without fear of overloading the rod or ripping the hooks out. The high grade fixtures are otherwise identical to the Classic.
(PUCC7)
(PULR66)
7ft Creek Critter (PUCC7)
Fishing for Perch, Pike and Chub with tiny lures and spinners is a growing part of the all-rounder’s armoury, tempting specimens from the most unsuspecting waters. The Creek Critter is the perfect weapon on canals, small rivers and lakes. Its’ spliced solid carbon tip enables pinpoint accurate casts to get in between the most awkward snags where the best fish hide.
6ft 6in Little Ripper (PULR66)
Equipped with Shimano trigger reel seat, Duplon grip, seven quality guides plus hook keeper, the Little Ripper is a jerkbait angler’s best friend. Built to perform time after time in the most demanding predator fishing situations.
8ft Pikey Poker (PUPP8)
A beefier rod for larger lures and heavier predators on bigger deeper waters, the Pikey Poker is another tremendous addition to the Purist range. Designed to withstand heavy duty use and abuse from boat or bank, its part cork-part Duplon handle carries a Shimano plate reel seat while seven quality guides ensure smooth passage of line or braid.