Normark match rods

[stapleyuk]

I can't comment on the latest Normark rods, but some years ago their hollow top models were streets ahead of the competition. A rod-building friend was even known to buy a full blank just for the superb top joint!

 

The first really good carbon float rods that I ever handled were the Normark NMB series in the early 80s. I had two of the 13 footers made up and used them for many years. Not cheap, but money well spent.

 

In those days at least there was a tremendous difference between the top rods and cheaper models from other manufacturers. Until you'd handled the former you had no idea what you were missing! Once you had, you were unlikely to be satisfied with anything less!

 

In later years the gap began to narrow, and these days is likely to be narrower still. In fact today's cheap rods are often excellent value for money. You now have to pay a lot more for a small increase in performance. Whether it's worth doing so is up to the individual.

Dear Steve,

I know it was a long time ago but do you still own the Normark NMB's, its just that I have an NMB series match rod with a damaged middle section and I am struggling to find a replacement section for it, or to purchase another Normark NMB series match rod, do you know of anybody or where I could get mine repaired? I really need a complete middle section or any ideas?

many thanks

steve(kent)

[stapleyuk]

I can't comment on the latest Normark rods, but some years ago their hollow top models were streets ahead of the competition. A rod-building friend was even known to buy a full blank just for the superb top joint!

 

The first really good carbon float rods that I ever handled were the Normark NMB series in the early 80s. I had two of the 13 footers made up and used them for many years. Not cheap, but money well spent.

 

In those days at least there was a tremendous difference between the top rods and cheaper models from other manufacturers. Until you'd handled the former you had no idea what you were missing! Once you had, you were unlikely to be satisfied with anything less!

 

In later years the gap began to narrow, and these days is likely to be narrower still. In fact today's cheap rods are often excellent value for money. You now have to pay a lot more for a small increase in performance. Whether it's worth doing so is up to the individual.

Dear Steve,

I know it was a long time ago but do you still own the Normark NMB's, its just that I have an NMB series match rod with a damaged middle section and I am struggling to find a replacement section for it, or to purchase another Normark NMB series match rod, do you know of anybody or where I could get mine repaired? I really need a complete middle section or any ideas?

many thanks

steve(kent)

[stapleyuk]

I can't comment on the latest Normark rods, but some years ago their hollow top models were streets ahead of the competition. A rod-building friend was even known to buy a full blank just for the superb top joint!

 

The first really good carbon float rods that I ever handled were the Normark NMB series in the early 80s. I had two of the 13 footers made up and used them for many years. Not cheap, but money well spent.

 

In those days at least there was a tremendous difference between the top rods and cheaper models from other manufacturers. Until you'd handled the former you had no idea what you were missing! Once you had, you were unlikely to be satisfied with anything less!

 

In later years the gap began to narrow, and these days is likely to be narrower still. In fact today's cheap rods are often excellent value for money. You now have to pay a lot more for a small increase in performance. Whether it's worth doing so is up to the individual.

Dear Steve,

I know it was a long time ago but do you still own the Normark NMB's, its just that I have an NMB series match rod with a damaged middle section and I am struggling to find a replacement section for it, or to purchase another Normark NMB series match rod, do you know of anybody or where I could get mine repaired? I really need a complete middle section or any ideas?

many thanks

steve(kent)

[Arkie]

Don't know if it's of any help, but I believe Normark was recently bought out by Shimano and the Normark name has been eradicated.

 

You may wish to contact Shimano and ask them about spares and repairs.

[FishyFraser]

A friend of mine bought one recently and it was a cracking length of rod. Beautifully crafted and handled a good sized carp (6 pound, despite the fact that roach was the target species) with ease. If I had the money I would get one. My match rods are all around the £50-75 mark and the difference in construction and finish was marked. Hope that is some help.

[Steve Burke]

Dear Steve,

I know it was a long time ago but do you still own the Normark NMB's, its just that I have an NMB series match rod with a damaged middle section and I am struggling to find a replacement section for it, or to purchase another Normark NMB series match rod, do you know of anybody or where I could get mine repaired? I really need a complete middle section or any ideas?

many thanks

steve(kent)

 

I'm afraid I sold mine about 15 years ago.

 

If you post a pic of the break here someone like Budgie may be able to tell you whether it's repairable.

[J P]

Has anyone got any of the Normark range of rods?

I am curious if they're worth their heafty price tag or not.Has anyone ever used one and would they recommend them ?

I am considering getting the microlite ll combined with a centrepin for trotting and one of their multi feeders but would like some opinions off some of you knowlegable fishermen.

Cheer

Tigger.

Hi Tigger

I have used nothing but normark rods since late 80,s and i can guarantee that they are.I am mainly a river angler and trot 90% of the time and the microlite at 160 grams is a dream so is the titan at 165 grams.Once a normark user you will not change.In summer and autum i trot for 8 or 10 hours using these rods with only the occassional cup of tea, sometimes on the hampshire avon and i am 68 yrs .There neo feeder rod is very good to at 12ft with 3 tips as i use it for winter tench with great results.My advice buy one

J P

[lutra]

Hi Tigger

I have used nothing but normark rods since late 80,s and i can guarantee that they are.I am mainly a river angler and trot 90% of the time and the microlite at 160 grams is a dream so is the titan at 165 grams.Once a normark user you will not change.In summer and autum i trot for 8 or 10 hours using these rods with only the occassional cup of tea, sometimes on the hampshire avon and i am 68 yrs .There neo feeder rod is very good to at 12ft with 3 tips as i use it for winter tench with great results.My advice buy one

J P

Hi JP and welcome to Anglers net.

 

Sadly good as your advise is, its a little late (4.5 years since tiggers post) as i think he's bought at least one of every rod Normark have made since then. I think he may even be a Normark now. Sorry couldn't resist that one Ian (tigger).

[Tigger]

Hello JP, thank's for the excellent advice...you are right and I do love them now.

 

Yes Brian, I am now officially Tigger Normark !

 

Not be long m8 and you'll be a Normark fan n'all