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Mike Robinson explains the benefits and features of the new MAP TKS range of Poles and how to cut them to length.
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Mike Robinson explains what to do with a number 12 elastic and a TKS pole.
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The Total Kit Solution (TKS) has been created by using the same unique mandrel for both Match and Power kits across the whole range of poles.
We take it for granted that anglers know exactly where to cut the pole tips back to when fitting them with elastic. If the sections are cut back incorrectly and the incorrect PTFE bush is fitted, then it often leads to unnecessary pressure being applied to both the top kit and the pole. This then often leads to the elastic not working correctly, or even breakages.
Being able to use the same mandrel across the range has enabled us to produce colour coded ‘cut marks’ on both Match tips and Power tips so the angler now knows exactly where the tip should be cut back to, and what size PTFE bush to fit to suit the correct elastic.
If you are still unsure how TKS can benefit you, we have provided a video for you to watch on the right.
Third Party reviews of TKS Poles:
Angling Times March 2008 - PDF - 1.6mb
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The TKS40 is better than any other sub £700 pole we have ever produced. It’s outstanding at 13.0m, superb at 14.5m and awesome at 16.0m at 11.5m it weighs 630 grams and at 13.0m an incredible 890 grams. The TKS40 is supplied with an amazing spares package of seven TKS kits including the Match top 3 kits housed inside the pole. The TK40 is a true all rounder and will handle 12/20 power tube with ease with the power kits fitted, making it the perfect pole for tackling carp on commercials. Sections 5 to 9 have diamond sanding finish to make shipping easy when fishing at longer lengths.
Package Includes:
3 x TKS Power Kits, 2 x TKS Match Kits, 1 x Cupping Kit,
1 x Pole Holdall
RRP £999.99
SSP £699.99
Match Top 3 Kit £39.99
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The best sub £500 pole we have ever produced. Using exclusive mandrels and the latest technology, the TKS30 is supplied at 14.5m as standard. This is one of the rigid action poles we have produced, and its action is outstanding. Not only is it incredibly stiff, it will also handle big elastics on commercials to silver fish fishing on canals, making it an ideal all-round pole. The Diamond sanding finish makes it easy to ship when fishing at longer lengths and rated to 20 or 12/20 power tube elastics with the power kit fitted. It weighs just 870 grams at 13.0m and is supplied with a reversible extension as part of the package.
Package Includes:
4 x TKS Power Kits, 1 x Cupping Kit, 1 x Mini Extension,
1 x Pole Holdall
RRP £599.99
SSP £499.99
Match Top 3 kit £39.99
Power Top 2 kit £29.99
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Using the latest technology and exclusive mandrels we have produced an amazing pole that will handle anything that’s thrown at it. Its rigidity is the best we have ever produced at its price point and the diamond sanding finish makes it a joy to use. It weighs 911 grams at 11.5m and an incredible 940 grams at 13.0m. This multi use pole has to been seen to believe just how good it is. It will accommodate 20 or 12/20 power tube elastics with ease with the power kit fitted, and with the match kit fitted it’s the perfect tool for silver fish.
Package Includes:
3 x TKS Power Kits, 1 x Cupping Kit, 1 x Pole Holdall
RRP £499.99
SSP £399.99
Match Top 3 kit £39.99
Power Top 2 kit £29.99
For under £200 this pole is simply outstanding. In fact we challenge you to find a better pole for the money. Using the latest technology, and using exclusive mandrels we have produced a truly amazing pole, with superb rigidity and balance. It weighs just 937 grams at 11.5m and an amazing 1218 grams at 13.0m. Manufactured from high modulus carbon, the TKS10 is perfect for tackling commercials with big elastics. It will handle elastics of 20 or 12/20 power tube with ease with the power kits fitted. The diamond sanding finish makes shipping easy, and is supplied with two TKS power kits and a quality pole holdall and a reversible extension.
Package Includes:
1 x TKS Power Kit, 1 x Mini Extension, 1 x Pole Bag
RRP £299.99
SSP £199.99
Match Top 3 kit £39.99
Power Top 2 kit £29.99
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