Shakespeare Sigma Supra Specimen Rod
While it may be tempting to commit your match fishing tackle to the pursuit of big, bulky carp that will quickly beef up your haul, the match-winning potential of smaller specimen fish should never be under estimated: at the top levels, match sessions can be very close fought affairs, and wins can be determined by a couple of ounces, so it's certainly worth mixing up your match fishing between the big carp, and the smaller, but potentially more significant, whiting and silver fish.
As these fish are small, they'll offer very delicate bites, which can easily be missed in the excitement of a highly competitive match, especially if your rod is engineered more for carp. A dedicated specimen rod, designed to respond to the subtlest of takes, is therefore a must in every match anglers' arsenal, and the Shakespeare Sigma Supra Specimen Rod is a good option for those looking for affordable performance.
Exceeding even the most demanding expectations of novice and improving match anglers, whilst offering a good back up rod to more experienced match anglers, who are used to working with top-flight technology in tackle designed for professional match anglers who want their kit to be future-proof, ready to perform today, tomorrow, and ten years from now, the Supra Specimen Rod gives a light, smooth, highly responsive action, and is designed to be ready to use straight out of the box, bringing you those tiny fish that could end up making a big difference come the end of the tournament, when the final catches are being tallied.
Shakespeare is a brand whose products are designed and developed to offer professional quality tackle at prices that are affordable for novice anglers, including youngsters just coming to the sport. With a commitment to quality, and a stunning portfolio of top-quality names including Abu Garcia and JRC associated with the brand, Shakespeare offers tackle and equipment that's designed to go the distance, and give you a creative, enduring fishing experience, whatever your discipline. Whether you're just beginning to explore match fishing, and don't want to spend too much money on kit that may not be for you, or you're looking for a good-quality, low-price set up to keep in your caravan, car boot, boat, or holiday home as a reliable back up, Shakespeare is a brand you can trust to deliver stand out angling time after time. Whether you're taking on the challenges of competitive angling in a match tournament, or heading out to sea for a thrilling saltwater experience, Shakespeare has the tackle to go with you, all the way to your stand-out personal best, and beyond.
With a slim, strong, 24T carbon blank, the Shakespeare Sigma has an unobtrusive profile that's packed with pulling potential, no matter how lively the action off your peg becomes, or how fast and furious your cast and retrieve needs to be in order to keep up with the competition. Featuring titanium oxide insert guides, for superb abrasion resistance, and a line that lasts as long as your match season, and beyond, and a striking looking, highly durable, cork/EVA handle, which combines classic form with durable, contemporary function, the Sigma Match Rod is a tackle essential that will look good both in action and at rest, and turn heads at any venue for all the right reasons.
The screw down EVA reel seat makes it effortless to change reels quickly, giving you the flexibility to handle powerful distance casting and more delicate margin fishing with the same rod, without compromising your fishing time. Supplied in a cloth carry bag, this rod is ready to head out to the most competitive match venue straight out of the box, and start bringing in the hauls you've always hoped for.