The history of the spod/Spomb
Where it started and more importantly where it's heading...
1981: The long-range bait dropper
Although it was made and launched by Rod Hutchinson in 1981, it’s actually Rick Gibbinson who is credited with the invention.
1985: Lockie's Nut Launcher
Spods were originally known as doppelgangers, but Martin Locke couldn’t say that, so they called them Spudwangers – or spods for short.
1997: Bankside developments
The first properly designed spod which was nose-heavy, featured holes right down its length and even come with fins to help with stability in flight.
1998: The Pocket Rocket
The spod that made spodding available to everyone. Where previously specialist kit was required, the Pocket Rocket could be used on standard gear.
2000: Swordfish Spod
The first ever spod to be retrieved nose first. This unique (and patented) design meant all the hard work of retrieving the spod was gone.
2002: Skyliner
A revolutionary spod, featuring purpose-designed tail arms, a tapered body shape and large oval holes to help skip across the water’s surface.
2003: Rocketeer
Whilst MCF may have overcome the problem of retrieving large spods, it was Fox who stopped the common issue of ‘spod spill’.
2010: The Spomb
A revolutionary product that overcame ever problem ever associated with spodding: no ‘spod spill’; better casting and it retrieved like a dream.
2013: The Midi Spomb
The third generation of Spomb – and the perfect sized one we’d all be asking and wishing for.
2015: Fox Impact Spod
Sold under license from Spomb® Fishing Limited, the Impact Spod boasts a number of unique features that sets it apart from any other bait delivery device currently on the market.