Sonik XTRACTOR+ Specialist Barbel Rod 3.05m

Sonik XTRACTOR+ Specialist Barbel Rod — Progressive Power for Big Rivers

Built for barbel anglers who fish larger, fast-flowing rivers, the Sonik XTRACTOR+ Specialist Barbel Rod (3.05 m / 10 ft) combines a refined progressive action with a high-modulus blank to handle strong currents and heavier line setups without compromise.

Progressive Action That Works With the River

The 2.25 lb test curve delivers a classic progressive taper — forgiving enough to absorb the initial run of a hard-fighting barbel, yet with plenty of reserve power in the lower sections to control fish in heavy flow. This action is a proven fit for upstream ledgering, feeder fishing, and downstream link-leger rigs on medium to large rivers where you need weight to hold bottom.

Lightweight Build, Built to Last

The blank is constructed from high-modulus C6 Carbon with a super-tough RAW Carbon outer coating, keeping the rod weight down to just 211 g while adding real-world resilience against knocks and abrasion on the bank. The slim shrink-rubber handle with tapered end and deluxe matt-black DPS reel seat keep the outfit balanced and comfortable during long sessions. Super-light M-Series DL black rings and an anti-frap ceramic tip ring complete a hardware package designed for smooth, reliable casting and line flow.

Choose the Right Variant

The XTRACTOR+ Specialist Barbel range is available in a single variant. Select it based on your river size and line choice:

• Sonik XTRACTOR+ Specialist Barbel 10' (3.05 m) 2.25 lb — 211 g, transport length 127 cm / 50": ideal for larger rivers and stronger currents; suited to heavier mono or braided mainlines; covers upstream ledgering, feeder, and downstream link-leger presentations targeting barbel and other coarse species

Facts

• Length: 3.05 m (10 ft)

• Test curve: 2.25 lb

• Rod weight: 211 g

• Transport length: 127 cm (50")

• Blank material: High-modulus C6 Carbon with RAW Carbon coating

• Guides: Super-light M-Series DL black rings; anti-frap ceramic tip ring

• Reel seat: Deluxe matt-black DPS

• Handle: Slim shrink-rubber with tapered end

• Joints: VARI-TAPER™ spigot connection

• End cap: Black anodised with engraved "S" logo