Garbolino Netsy Silver Competition 520 Twin Scoop Landing Net Handle

Description

The Garbolino Netsy Silver Competition 520 Twin Scoop landing net handle is a long-range specialist built for competition anglers who need more reach than a standard 3m handle can offer. At full extension it stretches to 5.20m, yet weighs just 510g thanks to its high-modulus carbon construction. The Twin Scoop system features two separate brass screw threads, so you can use all four sections for maximum reach or remove the butt sections to create a shorter, stiffer handle for high-speed silverfish work. With a closed length of 1.60m, it remains easy to transport alongside your pole and rods. - Length: 5.20m (Full Extension) - Sections: 4 Sections - Twin Scoop System: 2x Reinforced Brass Screw Threads - Weight: 510g (Ultra-light for its length) - Closed Length: 1.60m - Material: High-Modulus Competition Grade Carbon - Joint Type: Reinforced Over-fit - Primary Use: Silverfish Competition / High-Bank Rivers This 5.2m handle is a specialised tool for specific competitive scenarios: - High-Bank Rivers: Ideal for the Trent, Wye, or Severn where you may be perched several meters above the water line and need a safe, long-reach scoop. - Shallow Margins: Perfect for skimming fish across the surface from a distance on shallow natural lakes, preventing them from diving into marginal weed. - Canal Far-Banks: When you're fishing across on a canal and want to net a decent fish without dragging it through the middle track. - Spooky Silverfish: On clear-water venues, the extra length allows you to net fish further out, keeping the commotion away from your baited area and keeping the shoal settled. At 5.2m, this handle is all about finesse. While it's strong, it's designed for competition silverfish work. To get the best out of it, pair it with a fine-mesh, lightweight silverfish net head. This reduces the drag in the water, making it much easier to manoeuvre at full extension. If you do hook a bonus carp, slide the handle back through your hands rather than lifting it vertically until you've shortened it down to the second thread. Is a 5.2m handle difficult to use in the wind? Because the Netsy Silver 520 is built on a slim, high-modulus carbon blank, it cuts through the air better than cheaper fibreglass handles. However, at full extension, it always helps to use the slide and scoop technique rather than trying to lift the net head out of the water at distance. What is the Twin Scoop advantage? It effectively gives you two handles in one. Use all 4 sections for 5.2m of reach, or use just the top two or three sections. Having a second thread on an intermediate section means you don't lose the ability to screw in your net when you want a shorter, stiffer setup. Is it too fragile for carp? It is a competition silver handle, meaning it's optimised for weight and stiffness. While it can handle the occasional bonus carp, it isn't a power handle meant for bagging doubles all day. If you're purely carp fishing, look at the X-Fight series instead. How do I protect the joints? With a 4-section handle, the joints do a lot of work. A quick wipe with a clean cloth after every session removes grit, and a light application of PTFE joint spray once a month keeps the over-fit sections tight and secure.