Fishing Rod Database

CTX Short

Carp rods

Models
7
Market
Europe
Length
9.0'–10.0'
Type
Spinning
Discipline
Carp
Test curve
3lb

The range runs lengths 10' to 9'; test curves 3 lb across 7 models. Hand-built in the UK with Abbreviated and Full Cork build options.


Deeper Dive

A closer look at notable models.

RCTXM563 Spinning · 9' · H

ared full cork front and full rear OR cork Flared EVA front and full EVA rear (9’) Recommendations Tightest swims, under-tip work and pure mobility: CTX 9’ 3lb is the compact specialist, ideal for close-range fishing, stalking, snaggy edges, and short sessions where speed and control matter more tha

RCTXM564 Spinning · 9' · H

deal for close-range fishing, stalking, snaggy edges, and short sessions where speed and control matter more than casting distance. Codes: RCTXM563 Classic feel for roaming and bank work: CTX 9’ 3lb Cork suits anglers who prefer a more traditional grip and a little extra comfort during long hours wi

RCTXM565 Spinning · 9' · H

’ 3lb Cork suits anglers who prefer a more traditional grip and a little extra comfort during long hours with the rod in hand. Codes: RCTXM564 Wet-weather practicality and hard-wearing grip: CTX 9’ 3lb Full EVA is perfect for travelling light, frequent moves, and boat use where easy-clean handling i

RCTXM566 Spinning · 10' · H

ravelling light, frequent moves, and boat use where easy-clean handling is a real advantage. Codes: RCTXM565 Best all-round short rod: CTX 10’ 2¾lb Cork balances playing action with surprising casting ease, making it ideal for mainstream carping on smaller venues, margin work, and short-to-medium ra

RCTXM566-40 Spinning · 10' · H

ng ease, making it ideal for mainstream carping on smaller venues, margin work, and short-to-medium range leads and bags. Codes: RCTXM566 Big pit reels, thicker leaders and cleaner line flow: CTX 10’ 2¾lb Cork – 40mm is the choice when you want smoother casting with larger spools or heavier mainline

RCTXM567 Spinning · 10'

40mm is the choice when you want smoother casting with larger spools or heavier mainlines in a compact rod. Codes: RCTXM566-40 More authority in a short format: CTX 10’ 3¼lb Abbreviated is the step up for solid PVA bags, heavier leads, more demanding venues, or whenever you want maximum steering pow

RCTXM567-40 Spinning · 10'

lid PVA bags, heavier leads, more demanding venues, or whenever you want maximum steering power at close range. Codes: RCTXM567 Extra power with 40mm flow: CTX 10’ 3¼lb Abbreviated – 40mm suits bigger reels, thicker shockleaders, and harder casting while keeping the compact handling that makes short


Rods in this series

Save Model Length Power Test curve Price
RCTXM563 9' HI 3lb Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM564 9' HI 3lb Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM565 9' HI 3lb Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM566 10' HI 3lb Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM566-40 10' HI 3lb Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM567 10' Buy from Free Spirit
RCTXM567-40 10' Buy from Free Spirit

I Power rating inferred from the lure / line-weight recommendation — not specified by the manufacturer.