Garbolino are delighted to announce the launch of the exciting new all-round high-performance SUPER COMPETITION SERIES pole range. This long-awaited launch has been finalised after many months of testing, refining and final approval of the best range ever produced by Garbolino, it is sure to open a lot of eyes in the UK Pole fishing market.
Sert UK’s Manager and England International Darren Cox was keen to tell everyone about the new poles which will be available in all good UK pole stockists from September 2026: -
“We are absolutely delighted with this new range of poles, at Garbolino we don’t just churn poles out annually, we launch a new range when we have something special. We have done it in style, and these new poles are on another level. The Essential Legend is now onto the next level, probably unrivalled in the current pole market today. I’m absolutely bowled over by them.”
There are 4 new poles in the range, designed specifically to suit all UK match and pleasure fishing situations whether you are fishing commercials at 16m with short rigs, or fishing with top 5’s on deep rivers or canals. Garbolino have been building poles for 80 years, we have control of our own designs and mandrels, and we understand exactly what is required to suit all fishing situations. That is how we can create the perfect poles.
So, what is so special about this brand-new range of poles?
- Utilizing the very best High Modulus Japanese Toray Carbon technology Garbolino have created some very special poles. With these advanced materials, and some very clever engineering, Garbolino have brought the balance point of the poles closer to the angler, minimizing downforce to produce a much better-balanced pole at the lightest possible weight. The benefits are huge and instantly make the pole easier to handle; Greater rigidity means less bounce, faster response, improved bite/hookup ratio, superior rig control, and minimizes angler fatigue.
- The carefully blended high-quality Carbon Fibre gives exceptionally high strength-to weight ratio whilst maintaining superior structural stability.
- Every section joint and critical stress area also incorporates woven carbon which offers both tensile and flexural strength, ensuring maximum durability and increased strength exactly where it is required.
- The carbon is bonded with Impact Dampening Resin to give years of perfect use.
- Garbolino’s exclusive mandrel designed by our French Engineer.
- The optimal fast taper profile gives unparalleled rigidity and balance across all models.
- The super smooth Slip & Slide finish makes shipping a dream in any conditions.
- All top kits come pre-bushed and ready to fish.
- All Puller kits incorporate Garbolino’s unique puller bush system.
- EVA nose cones fitted on all number 3 sections.
- Joint fit aligner arrows on all sections for maximum rigidity.
- 3D printed Grip Stop graphics on butt sections provide improved grip and handling, as well as the perfect 'grip stop' signal when shipping out.
- All poles are compatible with all recent Garbolino UK ranges.
- Available in kit packs specially created to suit UK Commercial fishing, or, just buy as a Base Pack and customise your set up to suit your own fishing. Also, if you are upgrading your existing Garbolino pole, you may not need more kits.
- Essential Legend X1000 and Essential Match X800 models come complete in a Garbolino Pole Hard Case. The Essential Carp Match and Hexium Competition Match come in a Garbolino Deluxe Holdall.
