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Shakespeare Beta Carp Rod 12ft 2pc

£22.99 £20.69

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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. 

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.

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SKU – 1654067

Product Details and Uses

The Shakespeare Beta Carp Rod gives carp anglers a dependable, accessible option at 12ft with 2-piece construction, built for typical UK day-ticket and club carp fishing without the premium price of Shakespeare’s more specialist carp-specific ranges.

A durable carbon blank delivers the casting power and playing backbone carp fishing demands, whether that’s punching a lead out to range or turning a hard-running fish away from near-bank snags. At 12ft, it’s matched to the length most UK carp anglers actually use, giving genuine casting distance and line control on typical venues.

Variants Covered in This Range

  • 12ft 2pc

Key Features

  • Durable carbon carp rod blank
  • 12ft length suited to typical UK carp venues
  • Progressive casting and playing action
  • 2-piece construction

Why Choose This Range

This is a genuinely sensible choice for anglers wanting a first proper carp rod, or a dependable spare pair, without a big financial commitment, capable performance for typical UK day-ticket and club carp fishing at an accessible price point.

3 Examples of How and Where to Use It

  • Day-Ticket and Club Carp Fishing: The 12ft length and progressive action cover typical UK carp venues well.
  • Building a First Carp Rod Set: Dependable, affordable performance for anglers setting up their first proper carp fishing kit.
  • A Spare or Backup Rod: Good value makes this a sensible choice to keep as backup alongside a more premium main rod.

FAQs

What test curve is this rod rated to?
Check the current listing for specific test curve; it’s built for typical UK day-ticket and club carp fishing.

Is 12ft the standard length for UK carp fishing?
Yes, 12ft is one of the most common and versatile lengths for UK carp fishing, suiting the majority of typical venues.

Is this rod suitable for spodding?
It can handle light spodding within its casting capacity; for dedicated serious spod work, a specific spod rod would be more appropriate.

How does this compare to Shakespeare’s Omni carp options?
This Beta model offers a more accessible entry point into carp-specific rods; check Gerry’s Fishing’s current range for any comparable Omni carp options.

“Need advice on tackle? Ask Bob”

Powered by a deep library of angling knowledge,  the experience of thousands of anglers & indepth technical product specs.  Available 24/7. Just Ask.

Anglers Serving Anglers

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.

SKU – 1654067

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Penn Chest Size Guide

Small (36″-37″)

Medium (38″-40″)

Large (42″-44″)

XLarge (46″-48″)

XXLarge (50″-52″)

Wader Waist Guide

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Medium (30″-33″)

Large (34″-37″)

XLarge (37″-39″)

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3XLarge (42″-45″)

Kinetic/Westin Chest Size Guide

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Medium (38″-40″)

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3XLarge (54″-56″)

Grundens Chest Size Guide

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Large (42″-44″)

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XXLarge (50″-52″)

3XLarge (54″-56″)

Vass Chest Size Guide

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Large (42″-44″)

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3XLarge (49″-51″)

Trakker Chest Size Guide

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Korda Chest Size Guide

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Guy Cotten Chest Size Guide

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Fox Chest Size Guide

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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

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Large (42″-44″)

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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″