Daiwa Pro Speed Kit 5.8mm 1pc 1.83m PTKS5.8-BU

By Gerry’s Fishing, the Daiwa Pro Speed Kit 5.8mm 1pc (PTKS5.8-BU) is an ultra-stiff, single-section top kit purpose-built for high-speed commercial carp tactics and big-fish shallow angling.

Measuring 1.83m in length, its continuous 1-piece design removes the center joint entirely, delivering exceptional rigidity, reduced tip weight, and lightning-fast strike transmission. Featuring a wide 5.8mm tip bore factory-fitted with a PTFE bush, this kit is ready to house heavy hollow elastics up to Daiwa Red Hydro (20 rating) without requiring any cutting back. Complete with a pre-installed Dual Roller side puller, it offers smooth, high-torque fish playing control when targeting hard-fighting commercial carp.

Detailed Specifications

Model Code: PTKS5.8-BU
Product Name: Daiwa Pro Speed Kit 5.8mm 1pc
Length: 1.83m (Single-Section Construction)
Tip Diameter: 5.8mm (Bored for elastics up to Red Hydro / size 20)
Bushing: Factory pre-fitted high-grade internal PTFE bush
Puller System: Factory-fitted Dual Roller Side Puller
Material: Ultra-high grade, high-modulus carbon fiber
Compatibility: Fits top-tier Daiwa UK pole mandrels (including Air, Airity, Tournament, Spectron, and Connoisseur series)

Where to Use

Long Shallow Carp Fishing: Perfect for slapping rigs or mugging big carp at 13m to 16m where maximum kit rigidity and instant strike pickup are essential.
Heavy-Elastic Commercial Tactics: Built to cope with high-torque strain when steering large carp away from island ropes, wooden posts, or reed margins.
High-Speed Match Racing: The 1-piece design eliminates mid-kit flex, allowing you to hit ultra-fast bites cleanly with zero energy loss along the blank.

Pro Tip

Maximize Dual Roller Efficiency: When running heavy elastics like Red Hydro through this 1-piece setup, pair your elastic with a quality PTFE puller bead. The ultra-smooth Dual Roller wheel drastically cuts down on friction heat when stripping elastic under heavy pressure, extending the lifespan of your heavy hollow elastics and giving you smoother, one-handed control over large fish at the net.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advantage of a 1-piece top kit over a traditional 2-piece kit?

By eliminating the female/male joint in the middle of the kit, you remove dead weight, flat spots, and flex. This results in a significantly stiffer, lighter kit that reacts faster to strikes and recovers instantly when slapping floats.

Is this kit cut-back ready for heavy elastics?

No cutting back is required. The 5.8mm internal tip diameter comes ready-bushed straight out of the packaging, leaving the carbon wall structural integrity completely intact while taking up to size 20 hollow elastics.

Will this fit all standard UK Daiwa poles?

Yes, it is built on Daiwa’s standard top kit mandrel profile, making it 100% interchangeable across their flagship UK range, including Tournament, Airity, Air, and Connoisseur pole ranges.