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A short-format CTX Black Edition range designed for mobile carp fishing, tight swims, boat work and close-range control.
Short carp rods have long had a following of their own, but they are now a genuine mainstream choice for anglers who value mobility, convenience and control in equal measure. CTX Black Edition Short Carp Rods are built for exactly that kind of fishing: travelling light, moving swims regularly, fitting sessions around limited time, or tackling tighter venues where a full length rod simply becomes less practical. They retain the crisp, responsive character that made CTX so popular, but package it into shorter formats that feel exceptionally agile without giving away the authority needed to fish properly.
That shorter length is not just about convenience. In cramped pegs, under trees, around marginal cover, or when fishing from awkward banks, a compact rod gives you a real advantage. It is easier to carry, easier to position, and quicker to bring into play when opportunities appear suddenly. They are equally at home in boat work too - whether that means placing baits, netting fish at close quarters, or fishing from the boat itself on larger continental waters where shorter rods offer far better manoeuvrability without sacrificing control.
Like the longer CTX Black Edition models, the short range is built on the same proven blank philosophy that made the original CTX such a success. A complex multi-stage manufacturing process combines Japanese Toray 40t and 30t carbon with resin content kept below 25%, producing blanks that remain slim, crisp and efficient without unnecessary weight. The material lay-up is arranged in alternating 0° and 90° layers for strength and stability, then reinforced with the new Double X Wrap Carbon matt taping applied at opposing 30° angles.
The result is a range of short rods that feel sharp and modern in the hand yet stay composed when you need to apply pressure quickly and directly. They punch above their size in real fishing situations, with the kind of control that matters when playing carp at close quarters or steering fish away from danger. As with the rest of the CTX Black Edition range, the build is brought fully up to date with DPS-18 Black reel seats, black acetal collars, and SeaGuide ceramic RS lined guides for durability and smooth line flow with braid, fluorocarbon or monofilament.
Range Overview
Finished in the same understated matt black style as the longer rods, CTX Black Edition Short Carp Rods carry a more contemporary look while keeping the proven CTX blank character anglers already trust. Put simply, they are compact rods built for mobile convenience, responsive under pressure, and far more capable than their length might suggest.
The range covers the most useful short carp formats, from the highly mobile 9ft 2.75lb through to more powerful 10ft 3.50lb work.
Recommended Applications
• Mobile carp fishing - compact lengths are easier to carry, position and bring into play on short, active sessions.
• Tight swims and stalking - ideal under trees, around marginal cover, and anywhere a full-length rod becomes awkward.
• Boat work - highly practical for placing baits, playing fish and netting at close quarters.
• Close-range control - short-format blanks give direct control when steering fish away from danger.
• Travel and vehicle storage - easier to keep ready for opportunistic sessions where convenience matters.
• Braid, fluorocarbon or monofilament - SeaGuide ceramic RS lined guides give durability and smooth line flow across modern
main lines.
This rod has a 50mm ring set.
Discounts available on sets of rods, 5% on a pair 10% on 3 or more.
Simply add 2 or 3 rods to your basket to receive the discount.
| Quantity | Unit price | You Save |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | £137.74 | Up to £14.50 |
| 3 | £130.49 | Up to £43.50 |
Spend £350.00 or more to qualify for 0% Interest Finance.
Only available to UK residents over 18, subject to terms and conditions.
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