Stainless fetish
Not only do JAG’s products look epic, they function brilliantly too
A rare blend of smarts, power and grip makes JAG’s range of rod support and all related products must-haves. In lieu of standard thumbscrews, break-off points and substandard materials, JAG’s 316 collection is made entirely from Marine Grade Stainless Steel, feature 43 cutting teeth on the point to power in to and grip the ground, and come with the brand’s unique no-loss thumbscrews. This, along with the mind-blowing craftsmanship, means these will see you through ten lifetimes of angling. jagproducts.co.uk
1. Xcavator Standard Banksticks
In years gone by, getting your sticks into hard ground either meant (a) very wonky rods or (b) in some cases, matey getting a mallet out and smashing it into the ground. Neither are ideal. Thank goodness then for JAG and their Xcavator Banksticks. The outer section is machined from a single piece of 316 stainless steel and features a fine taper, high-pitch auger with two large cutting teeth and 43 mini cutting teeth that plough, cut and smash their way through the very hardest of ground with total ease – and better still, in total silence. Available in three lengths (15, 20 and 35-inches) and all come complete with a solid stainless two-handed Tommy Bar.
“GIMME”: £45.49, £50.99 and £65.49 respectively.
2. Micro Stabiliser
Go from solid to super solid thanks to JAG’s ultra light (just 59g), ultrea compact yet still amazing strong mini stabiliser. Like the Xcavator sticks, this is all hand milled in the UK by JAG and manufactured entirely from that awesome 316 Marine Grade stainless.
“GIMME”: £16.99
3. Lockdown Rear Grip
You’ve got the banksticks. You’ve got the stabilisers. But it’s this sturdy, total lock-down butt rest that hangs onto your rod (and looks totally awesome). Interchangeable Soft Grip Inserts (sold separately) dictate how tightly they grip your rod, and thanks to their clever ‘Lockdown’ screw system it means perfect alignment with zero washers and ‘O’ rings involved. Two sizes available.
“GIMME”: £14.49 and £15.99
4. Palm Saver Leveller
The first thing you’ll learn about this great little tool is: why didn’t I get one years ago? Aside from eliminating bruised hands when pushing your sticks into hard ground, it also features a spirit level to ensure everything’s level first time, every time.
“GIMME”: £8.99