Carp 1 Pole Float 🎁

The Drennan Carp 1 Pole Float is a versatile pole float for carp, F1s, tench and big bream on commercial fisheries. Its slim, bottom-mounted oval balsa body offers an excellent balance of stability, sensitivity and buoyancy, allowing you to register both subtle bites and larger baits clearly.

The 1.5 mm hollow Glow Tip remains highly visible and can carry a wide range of baits, from maggots and casters to sweetcorn, pellets and small pieces of meat. A black fibreglass stem, reinforced tip joint and compact double-wound stainless-steel spring eye provide the float with the reliability needed for intensive use and hard-fighting fish.

Key features

• Slim, bottom-mounted oval balsa body
• Versatile pattern for commercial carp and coarse fishing
• 1.5 mm hollow Glow Tip for visibility and buoyancy
• Durable black fibreglass stem
• Compact double-wound stainless-steel spring eye that does not pinch the line
• Extra-strong acrylic finish to prevent line damage
• Concentric construction for a straight and balanced rig

Secure the stem with soft, suitably sized float silicone. Use several short pieces for a secure fit and allow the lowest piece to protrude slightly beyond the stem to protect the line.

Frequently asked questions

Which baits is the Drennan Carp 1 suitable for?

The 1.5 mm hollow tip is sensitive enough for maggots and casters, while also offering sufficient buoyancy for sweetcorn, expander pellets and small pieces of meat. This allows you to use the same float pattern for many commercial fishing techniques.

Why does this float have a slim body-down design?

The body sits low on the stem, keeping it stable, while the slim shape offers little resistance when a fish takes the bait. This helps you detect cautious bites from F1s and bream without sacrificing the robustness required for carp.

What is the advantage of the double-wound spring eye?

The compact spring eye keeps the line securely in place without pinching it between open coils. This reduces the risk of line damage when the rig is under heavy pressure during the fight.