For me, there is nothing more fun than casting a line in the water and testing my wits against a crafty fish like carp. While other anglers prefer the “glamorous” species, trout and salmon, I have chosen to focus on carp. These beautiful fish put up quite a fight when on the line, and having the right carp fishing tackle can give you a distinct advantage. Here is a brief review of a piece of equipment that I particularly prefer, the Century NCS 12′ rod.
About the Century NCS 12′ Carp Fishing Rod
Tested by world-class carp anglers, the NCS (New Century Speed) rod combines all the attributes of a high-tech design with classic, proven performance. One thing I noticed right away is that this UK built rod has a good level of action at the tip, but retains the desirable progressive C-curve that is so important to many carp anglers like myself. Another feature I like is that the actual seat is made from a Fuji NPS but has a modified and improved aluminum winch and bolt. The winch is crenellated, meaning it has indentations similar to battlements commonly seen on castles. This feature ensures that the bar will be exceptionally durable and will resist torsion forces quite well.
Century NCS 12′ Carp Rod Features
Century rods are built in a modern factory, using state of the art equipment and techniques. As such, Century is the first company to hold ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 accreditations. These certifications mean that the company adheres to a rigorous set of environmental and quality standards, as well as major health and safety regulations. security. An innovative aspect of the manufacturing process is the use of an industrial autoclave that allows the blanks to be manufactured from an optimal combination of a special resin matrix and carbon fiber. This technique produces a rod that stands up better to rough use and facilitates accurate distance casts due to the superior strength and density of the material. I’ve also noticed that the Century NCS rod feels sharper and more responsive in my hand, even though it’s thinner than many other rods in the same class.
More features of the 12′ NCS rod
While the appearance of a shaft isn’t terribly important to me, I do appreciate the NCS’s understated silk-varnish finish. Below the rear ring is a single dark blue decorative band. The middle guides are graduated to the size of the rear guide, giving the rod an attractive, symmetrical appearance. The stock grip is made of Japanese shrink rubber in black. The rubber covers have built a tapered profile that I have found to be quite ergonomic, so the rod is comfortable to hold for long periods. Finally, the stock cover and other trimmings are in engraved stainless steel.
Priced at approximately £215.00, the Century 12′ NCS Rod is a great piece of carp fishing tackle with a superior design that supports all the latest features you would expect from a quality rod.
