The ESP Onyx Quickdraw Carp Rod is a top-quality fishing rod that offers exceptional performance and functionality. The rod is made from high modulus carbon, which makes it lightweight, responsive, and provides excellent casting capabilities.
The rod comes in five different models with different lengths and test curves, making it suitable for different fishing scenarios. One of the main benefits of the Quickdraw is its retractable butt section, which allows it to be stored away compactly. The nine-foot model is only 44 inches long when packed away, and the ten-foot model is 50 inches, making it easy to transport to your fishing location and ideal for fishing tight swims.
The rod has six lightweight minima-style stainless guides, which help to reduce friction and ensure that the line flows smoothly. The rod also features a SIC anti-frap tip ring, a moulded ESP line clip, and a DPS reel seat.
The full-length Duplon or EVA handle feels solid and is clearly resistant to wear and tear. The Onyx Quickdraw Carp Rod is perfect for anglers who want to keep their gear as compact as possible without compromising on performance. The rod has been extensively field-tested for over 18 months, and various anglers have used it to catch carp from different waters, including big French pits.
| Lengths | 9ft, 10ft |
| Test Curve | 3.25lb, 3.75lb, 3lb |
| Main Use | Main Carp Rod, Stalking Rod |
| Feature | What this means |
|---|---|
| Lengths | Available in 9ft and 10ft retractable formats for compact transport and tighter swim access. |
| Test curves | Listed options include 3lb, 3.25lb and 3.75lb, covering lighter compact work through to more powerful short-rod setups. |
| Pack-down length | The retractable butt gives short pack-down lengths, with the old source noting around 44 inches for the 9ft model and 50 inches for the 10ft model. |
| Blank construction | High modulus carbon is the main blank material, keeping the rod light and responsive for a compact carp rod. |
| Fittings | Six lightweight minima-style stainless guides, an SIC anti-frap tip ring, moulded ESP line clip and DPS reel seat complete the fitting list. |
Here is how the ESP Onyx Quickdraw Carp Rod compares against other carp rods. This table uses eTackle review ratings and current exported product prices.
| Name | Price | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ESP Onyx Quickdraw Carp Rod | £94.95 | |
| Daiwa Infinity MT X45 Carp Rod | £376.00 | |
| Daiwa Longbow X45 | £139.99 | |
| Fox Explorer Ti | £199.99 | |
| Shimano TX-1B Carp Rod | £49.99 | |
| Daiwa Black Widow Plus Carp Rod | £44.99 | |
| Daiwa Crosscast EXT | £44.99 | |
| Avid Revolve Carp Rod | £35.99 | |
| Sonik Xtractor+ Carp Rod | £39.95 |
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It is designed for main carp and stalking fishing.
9ft, 10ft.
Listed options include 3lb, 3.25lb and 3.75lb, covering lighter compact work through to more powerful short-rod setups.
High modulus carbon is the main blank material, keeping the rod light and responsive for a compact carp rod.
Six lightweight minima-style stainless guides, an SIC anti-frap tip ring, moulded ESP line clip and DPS reel seat complete the fitting list.
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