Fox Horizon X5-S Fishing Pole 3.66m

Fox Horizon X5-S — Abbreviated Handle 12 ft 3.75 lb — Precision Power for Long-Range Carp Fishing

The Fox Horizon X5-S (X5 Series) Abbreviated Handle is a specialist carp rod engineered from advanced multi-directional carbon technology, delivering a slim, lightweight blank with the backbone to reach extreme distances accurately.

Next-Generation Carbon Blank Construction

The X5-S blank is built using multiple thin carbon layers laid in different directions and bonded through electrodes via nanofibres, with an interlaminatory weave and a 1K carbon mat for outstanding rigidity and sensitivity. Reinforced power spigot joints add further durability at the connection point, keeping the blank performing cast after cast.

Fast Recovery for Distance and Accuracy

The X5-S blanks are designed with an exceptionally fast recovery rate, translating directly into greater casting distances and improved accuracy when fishing at range. Despite that progressive casting action, the rod retains excellent in-fight characteristics, giving you confident control when playing big carp.

Choose the Right Variant

The Horizon X5-S range covers a variety of setups, test curves, and handle styles to match your fishing approach:

• Fox Horizon X5-S Abbreviated Handle 12 ft 3.75 lb (416 g, transport 187 cm) — the current rod; 3.75 lb test curve with a shorter abbreviated handle, ideal for single hook-baits and method/PVA bag fishing at long range where a compact butt aids tip-down presentation and single-stick use

• Fox Horizon X5-S Full Shrink 12 ft 3.75 lb (422 g, transport 187 cm) — same 3.75 lb power with a full shrink-wrap handle for a traditional grip, suits anglers who prefer a longer rear grip for maximum leverage

• Fox Horizon X5-S Abbreviated Handle 12 ft 3.25 lb (363 g, transport 187 cm) — lighter 3.25 lb test curve for closer-range work or lighter rigs and leads

• Fox Horizon X5-S Full Shrink 12 ft 3.25 lb (375 g, transport 187 cm) — 3.25 lb power with full shrink handle; versatile all-rounder for shorter to medium sessions

• Fox Horizon X5S Abbreviated Handle 12 ft 3.5 lb (274 g, transport 195 cm) — 3.5 lb stepping stone between the lighter and heavier blanks, abbreviated handle, slightly longer transport

• Fox Horizon X5S Full Shrink 12 ft 3.5 lb (274 g, transport 195 cm) — 3.5 lb with full shrink handle for a classic feel

• Fox Horizon X5-S Spod/Marker Full Shrink 12 ft (418 g, transport 187 cm) — dedicated spod and marker setup for baiting and finding features

Facts

• Rod length: 3.66 m (12 ft)

• Test curve: 3.75 lb

• Rod weight: 416 g

• Transport length: 187 cm

• Sections: 2

• Material: carbon

• Multi-directional nano-fibre carbon construction with interlaminatory weave and 1K carbon mat

• Reinforced power spigot joints

• Ring setup: 50 mm–16 mm anti-tangle K-Series Gunsmoke guides

• Reel seat: Fuji 18 mm DPS Gunsmoke

• Handle style: abbreviated

• Understated finish and labelling