Fox Specialist Landing Net

Manufacturer's Overview Constructed from a 'D' section high grade aluminium frame the Specialist net is rigid and spoon shaped for ease of use in both still and running waters. The super strong spreader block is made from a high impact glass filled material which is reinforced for extra strength. The free flow mesh allows the head to be guided through the water with ease and the rigid frame can be literally forced through heavy weed when there is a lot of growth in the margins. The Specialist net fits perfectly to both our Big Fish and Stalker Telescopic Landing Net Handles making a great combination for targeting species like tench and bream in stillwaters as well as barbel and chub in the rivers.

Verdict The mesh on these new nets is quite fine, which might lead to problems if you're trying to use them in a strong river current, but then what nets don't you have trouble with in a strong current? I have the 24” version and it handles carp up to 10lbs easily, but I would suggest if you want one for barbel, go for the 30” and pray that you fill it! It will give a barbel a little lot more room to manoeuvre around when you're resting them. The net itself is very deep by comparison to many nets and it seems extremely soft and fish friendly. The 'D' section aluminium is exceedingly strong, I know because my Fox Predator net is made of the same stuff and that has held some pretty big fish in it in the past. So far, I've landed a few nice carp and bream to just under ten pounds and this net is perfect. If you are targeting bigger fish over ten pounds go for the larger 30 inch version of the net, you will not be disappointed. Rating: 8/10