Preston Innovations DWA Kit – Carp

Preston Innovations DWA Kit – Carp

Dominate high-catch commercial venues and handle hard-fighting fish with the Preston Innovations DWA Kit in the Carp configuration. When you are targeting big, powerful fish that test your tackle to the absolute limit, this updated two-piece power kit offers the ultimate combination of raw strength, structural rigidity, and long-term durability without turning your pole into a heavy, unbalanced lever.

Manufactured from premium, high-grade carbon layers using advanced construction techniques, the DWA (De-Wrapped Area) Carp kit remains remarkably lightweight and ultra-responsive. It locks out quickly under load, preventing the sloppy, over-flexing action that leads to missed strikes and lost fish. Tailored specifically for heavy-duty commercial carp fishing, big-fish river work, and extracting specimens from snaggy margins, this kit provides the uncompromising backbone you need to dictate the fight from the moment you strike.

Like the rest of the updated range, the Carp kit comes fully loaded with premium internal components to get you on the bank instantly. It features a factory-aligned, genuine Preston Roller Pulla System for effortless elastic control when bringing big fish to the net, alongside a heavy-duty PTFE internal bush designed to handle thick solid or heavy hollow elastics flawlessly. Additionally, the stealthy black carbon finish features clearly printed, high-visibility depth markers, allowing you to accurately map out your swim and adjust your rig on the fly to follow feeding fish.

Key Features & Specifications

• Heavy-Duty Carbon Core: Engineered with reinforced walls to withstand the high-stress torque of big commercial carp and heavy elastics.

• Pre-Fitted Roller Pulla System: Genuine side-puller setup that reduces friction, protects your elastic, and dramatically speeds up netting times.

• Internal PTFE Bush: Pre-installed large bore tip ready to accommodate thick hollow or solid elastics right out of the box.

• Printed Depth Markers: Clear, accurate alignment markings on the carbon to keep your rig precisely placed in the feeding zone.

• Optimal Balance: Designed to retain rigid tip speed, ensuring your pole stays perfectly balanced even at its full length.

• 18mm Universal Fit: Built to fit all top-tier Preston poles utilizing an 18mm female joint profile.

Available Configurations in the Range:

• Carp (Standard Black): 2.4m two-piece kit – The heavy-duty power powerhouse for maximum depth and large fish.

• F1 Grey (Standard): 2.4m two-piece kit – Built with an anti-spook matte grey finish for standard commercial depths.

• F1 Grey Short Stop: 1.85m one-piece kit – The lightweight, ultra-fast configuration for shallow and short-line tactics.

Pro Tip from the Gerry’s Fishing Team

Pro Tip: When you’re targeting big commercial carp down the margins or tight against island features, pair the DWA Carp Kit with a heavy-grade hollow elastic. Because this kit features a reinforced de-wrapped area for the Roller Pulla, it can handle immense side-strain.

Don’t be afraid to put maximum pressure on the fish the second they try to dive for the snags; the rigidity of this kit means the power is transferred instantly to the elastic and hook-link, allowing you to turn big fish away from trouble and get them moving toward your net faster.

Ideal Applications

• Heavy Commercial Carp Fishing: Perfect for targeting big double-figure carp on the deck or down the margins using heavy tackle.

• Powerful Rivers & Streams: Excellent for running heavy floats, lines, and elastics for hard-fighting river species like chub and barbel.

• Snag Fishing: Ideal when you need to fish tight against bankside vegetation, reeds, or platforms where you cannot afford to give an inch of ground.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What size elastic can the PTFE bush on the Carp kit handle?

The internal PTFE bush fitted to the Carp version is designed with a generous internal bore specifically to accommodate heavy-duty solid or thick, large-diameter hollow elastics (such as 17+ or heavy purple/yellow elastics) without binding or sticking.

Is this Carp kit compatible with older Preston pole models?

This kit is engineered with a standard 18mm female joint diameter. It fits directly onto modern Preston poles that utilize an 18mm top kit profile, including many models within the Response, Euro, and subsequent match series. If you are fitting it to older or non-Preston poles, we recommend checking your male joint section with a digital caliper first.

Why choose the 2.4m two-piece Carp kit over the Short Stop version?

The 2.4m two-piece configuration offers maximum versatility. It allows you to fish in much deeper swims (up to 7-8 feet comfortably) while giving you a breakdown joint. This makes shipping back and unshipping your top kit over a roller much cleaner when dealing with large, heavy fish that require controlled netting.