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Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do.
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We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
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Master the Mid-Water: The Ultimate Ready-to-Fish Pellet Waggler Setup
If you’ve ever watched Carp cruising just below the surface on a warm afternoon, you know that Pellet Waggler fishing is one of the most exciting and productive ways to build a massive weight. Here at Gerry’s Fishing, we’ve paired the Garbolino Proxima 2S with the G-Match Feeder 401FDM to give you a perfectly balanced combo designed specifically for this high-speed, high-adrenaline tactic.
The 11ft (3.3m) rod is the “sweet spot” for commercial fishing. It’s short enough to offer incredible casting accuracy when you’re “tight to the buoy” or an island margin, yet long enough to provide the leverage needed to steer a double-figure Carp away from snags. The semi-parabolic action is the secret sauce here; it loads up beautifully for a smooth cast with floats up to 15g and acts like a shock absorber during the fight, drastically reducing hook-pulls right at the net.
Paired with the reliable G-Match 401FDM reel, you get a smooth drag system and a medium-depth spool that is tailor-made for the thicker mono lines required for bagging big.
| Feature | Details |
| Rod Length | 3.30m (11ft) |
| Sections | 2 Sections (Perfect for ‘Ready-Rod’ bags) |
| Casting Weight | Up to 15g |
| Action | Semi-Parabolic (Forgiving & Powerful) |
| Reel Model | G-Match Feeder 401FDM (3000 Size) |
| Spool Material | Medium-Depth Aluminum |
| Ideal Line Diameter | 0.23mm to 0.28mm (approx. 6lb – 10lb) |
| Blank Material | High-Modulus Carbon |
This setup is built for the modern commercial match and pleasure angler:
Commercial Carp Lakes: Ideal for when fish are feeding in the upper layers of the water column during the warmer months.
Island Margins: The 11ft length allows for pinpoint accuracy when casting wagglers right against the mudline or reed beds.
Cruising Fish: Perfect for “searching” the water when fish aren’t feeding on the bottom, allowing you to intercept them mid-water.
Small to Medium Venues: While powerful, the 3.3m length is manageable in tight pegs where overhanging trees might limit a longer rod.
💡 Gerry’s Pro Tip
“Pellet Waggler fishing is all about rhythm. With this Proxima 2S, the two-piece design means you can keep it rigged up in your rod sleeve. When you get to the bank, you’re fishing in seconds. Because of the semi-parabolic action, don’t be afraid to use a slightly thicker reel line like 0.25mm. It will help the float ‘cock’ faster and gives you the confidence to ‘bullying’ fish toward the net when the clock is ticking during a match!”
Why is it only two sections?
Two-piece rods are favored by match anglers because they have a much smoother “through-action” than three-piece rods. There are fewer stiff spots (joints), and it allows you to stay “rigged and ready” for your next session.
Is 15g enough casting weight?
Absolutely. Most commercial pellet wagglers range from 4g to 12g. A 15g rating ensures you can punch a larger float into a headwind without the rod feeling “floppy.”
Can I use this for silverfish?
While designed for Carp, the forgiving tip is soft enough to handle larger silverfish like Bream or Tench without tearing the hook out, though it is primarily a “power” float rod.
What size reel is the 401FDM?
It sits in the 3000 class. It’s compact enough to keep the 11ft rod perfectly balanced in your hand, so you won’t get tired after a day of “cast-and-feed” fishing
Our entire team at Gerry’s are all experienced anglers and can help you choose the correct tackle for any fishing situation. Please drop us a message or give us a call if you need any help.
You can return unused standard items within 30 days for exchange or refund.
We check our prices weekly to ensure we can combine our fabulous service with the best prices. If you find an item cheaper and in stock somewhere else, drop us a a message in the chat box and we can see what we can do.
This item is available for next day delivery. You can pick this in the checkout.
We offer free post to any mainland UK address with a basket of more than £80. We also send all over the world and the best way to find out how much postage you will pay is in our checkout. Add the items to your basket and then add your address. Our checkout will automatically calculate your total.
We have come from a tiny fishing store and grown into one of the biggest fishing tackle retailers in the UK winning countless awards over the years. We are still a family business offer fabulous service online and in-store.
Spread the cost of larger orders over 6 or 12 month 0% APR. We also offer longer terms with APR charges via V12 finance. Available in the checkout.
You can make your next purchase a little easier on the wallet by splitting the total into 3 payments by using Klarna payments in the checkout.




Penn Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
Wader Waist Guide
Small (28″-30″)
Medium (30″-33″)
Large (34″-37″)
XLarge (37″-39″)
XXLarge (39″-42″)
3XLarge (42″-45″)
Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
3XLarge (54″-56″)
Grundens Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-37″)
Medium (38″-40″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (46″-48″)
XXLarge (50″-52″)
3XLarge (54″-56″)
Vass Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Trakker Chest Size Guide
Small (38-40″)
Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
Xlarge (47-49″)
XXLarge (50-52″)
XXXLarge (53-55″)
Korda Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Guy Cotten Chest Size Guide
Small (86 – 94cm)
Medium (94 – 102cm)
Large (102 – 110cm)
XLarge (110 – 124cm)
XXLarge (124 – 134cm)
3XLarge (134 – 154cm)
Fox Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Nash Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (39″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-47″)
XXLarge (48″-50″)
3XLarge (51″-54″)
4XLarge (55″-60″)
Aqua Chest Size Guide
Small (38-40″)
Medium (41-43″)
Large (44-46″)
Xlarge (47-49″)
XXLarge (50-52″)
XXXLarge (53-55″)
Guru Chest Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Preston Chest Innovations Size Guide
Small (36″-38″)
Medium (38″-41″)
Large (42″-44″)
XLarge (45″-46″)
XXLarge (47″-48″)
3XLarge (49″-51″)
Trouser Waist Guide (Inches)
Small – 28″ – 32″
Medium 32″ – 34″
Large – 34″ – 36″
X-Large 36″ – 38″
XX-Large – 38″ – 42″
XXX-Large 42″ – 46″
XXXX-Large 46″ – 52″