Preston Innovations Supera X Distance 3.6m Feeder

Building on the massive success of the standard Supera X range, the highly anticipated Preston Innovations Supera X Distance 3.6m (12ft) Feeder is engineered specifically for match and coarse anglers who need to hit serious distances without sacrificing fish-playing performance.

When you need to punch a heavy feeder through a headwind but still require the finesse to look after soft-mouthed skimmers and bream, this rod delivers the ultimate blend of power and progressive cushion.

Power Meets Finesse: The Supera X Distance

The secret behind the Supera X Distance lies in its premium carbon construction. Utilizing an advanced X-Wrap carbon blank wrap, the rod compresses beautifully during the cast, recovering instantly to maximise tip speed and directional accuracy. This structural rigidity allows you to rocket heavy feeders across big venues, yet the action remains distinctively progressive. Rather than behaving like a stiff, lifeless poker, the blank cushions sudden lunges under the rod tip, preventing costly hook pulls from larger fish.

Preston has paid meticulous attention to the business end of the rod. Traditionally, distance feeder rods require stiff quiver tips to withstand the high-velocity forces of a heavy cast. However, by optimizing the blank taper and tip guide layout, Preston has engineered ultra-sensitive carbon tips—including lighter 1.0oz and 1.5oz options. This means you can fish at extreme ranges while maintaining incredible bite detection for shy-biting fish.

Every component used is strictly top-tier, including friction-reducing oversized American Tackle distance guides that allow shockleaders and heavy lines to transition flawlessly during high-energy casts. Finished with a secure Fuji reel seat and the iconic ergonomic flat EVA/cork handle, this rod ensures maximum grip, comfort, and leverage when pulling out all the stops on large natural waters or commercial reservoirs.

Technical Specifications

Pro Tip: To extract maximum distance and prevent frustrating frap-ups, pair this rod with a dedicated large-arbor distance feeder reel loaded with a thin braid main line (around 0.08mm to 0.12mm) and a high-strength mono shockleader. The oversized American Tackle guides are specifically sized to let the shockleader knot pass through effortlessly with zero friction.

Where to Use This Rod

• Large Natural Lakes & Reservoirs: Ideal for targeting bream and skimmers sitting on distant ledges or bars out past the 50-meter mark.

• Wide Rivers: The robust backbone easily handles heavy cage and blockend feeders in pacing flows when searching out bream, barbel, or chub.

• Commercial Fisheries: Perfect for open-water method feeder fishing on larger venues where carp congregate well beyond standard casting ranges.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the “Distance” version different from the standard Supera X rods?

The Distance models feature a modified, reinforced taper combined with X-Wrap blank technology and oversized American Tackle guides. This increases casting backbone and reduces blank twist, allowing you to throw significantly heavier loads much further than standard models while maintaining a forgiving fish-playing action.

Does the rod come with quiver tips, and can I get replacements?

Yes, the 3.6m model comes complete with three carbon quiver tips rated at 1.0oz, 1.5oz, and 2.0oz. These tips feature a 3.0mm diameter, and replacements or alternative test curves are readily available if you want to fine-tune your setup further.

What is the advantage of the flat handle design?

The classic EVA/cork handle is engineered with a flat profile on the underside. This ergonomic shape fits securely against your forearm during the cast and while playing hard-fighting fish, giving you significantly more control, levering power, and stability.