Monster XS Carp Feeder Rods

The Preston Monster XS Carp Feeder Rods are developed for modern feeder fishing on commercials. The slim carbon blanks respond directly when casting and bend progressively during the fight. Within the range, you choose not only a rod length, but also the casting power and action that suit your fishing distance, feeder and expected fish.

Which version suits your fishing?

The gram rating in the model name is the casting weight specified by Preston.

Compact fishing at short range

The 7ft 30g is designed for very short distances, for example along an island on a narrow commercial. Preston positions it for distances up to around 20 m. The blank consists of one piece, but the feeder tip is removable. The 9ft 30g has a two-piece construction and is intended for distances up to around 25 m, with a Method Feeder, Pellet Feeder or bomb-and-pellet rig.

All-round Method and pellet feeder fishing

The 10ft 35g is the all-round choice for the same techniques at around 30 to 35 m. With the 11ft 45g, Preston targets greater range, beyond 35 m. For that version, the manufacturer also specifies larger Minima-style guides.

Extra casting power or greater range

The 11ft 75g has extra blank power for larger feeders and bigger carp, with applications beyond 40 m. The 12ft 80g is the most powerful model in this range and is intended for heavy Method rigs and large carp. For fishing further with a lower casting weight, there is the 12ft 50g: Preston mentions distances over 45 m as well as bream fishing, including smaller fish on mixed waters.

These distances are Preston usage guidelines, not guaranteed casting ranges. Your rig and waterside conditions remain decisive.

Finish and transport

• Lightweight Seaguide Minima-style guides.
• Flattened handle.
• Screw-down reel seat and integrated hook keeper.

The 9ft, 10ft and 11ft rods have two sections; the 12ft models have three. The shortest rod therefore does not automatically have the shortest transport length: the 7ft retains its continuous blank.

Three feeder tips with every rod

The oz value indicates the tip strength, not the rod's casting weight. The supplied tip strengths are matched to each version:

• 7ft 30g and 9ft 30g: 0.75 / 1 / 1.5 oz.
• 10ft 35g and 11ft 45g: 1 / 1.5 / 2 oz.
• 11ft 75g and 12ft 80g: 2 / 2.5 / 3 oz.
• 12ft 50g: 1.5 / 2 / 2.5 oz.

For a separate replacement tip or spare tip, there are the Monster XS Quiver Tips 2.5 mm. Choose the tip strength to suit your Monster XS Carp Feeder version and observe the rod's casting weight. The matching Monster name from another generation does not confirm compatibility. This reference applies to the Carp Feeder rods; the separate Monster XS Pellet Waggler is not covered by this spare tip recommendation.

A suitable nylon main line

For a sinking nylon main line, you can use Preston Reflo Sinking Feeder Mono. Preston developed this line for feeder fishing, including Method Feeder fishing for carp. Choose the diameter to suit your rig and conditions.

Watch the 10ft 35g playing a fish

In this official, originally English-language Preston launch video, you can see the Monster XS Carp Feeder 10ft 35g playing a fish. The footage shows the rod action under load.

Spare parts available separately

Is something broken or missing from your Preston Monster XS Carp Feeder Rods? You can find all original Preston spare parts on this page: Monster XS Carp Feeder Rods Sections – Rod Sections for Feeder Rods.