| Reference | Couleur | Modèle | Stock quantity | Availability | Price incl tax |
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FOX-CBB005
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Noir | Standard | 0 |
❌ Unavailable – Out of stock at the manufacturer
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16.80 (CHF) incl tax
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The FOX Snag Ears are a rod rest accessory designed to improve the hold and guidance of your rod when it rests on a bite alarm or support system. In real fishing conditions, a violent take, a sideways run, or line tension can move the whole setup and cause an unwanted hook pull. This product has been designed precisely to help secure the rod and provide more reassuring support, without complicating your setup.
Used in carp fishing as well as ledgering, they fit naturally into a setup on a rod pod, buzz bar, or bank sticks, and complete your configuration so you can fish more confidently, especially when conditions require tight lines, a pronounced angle, or a cluttered swim.
With FOX Snag Ears, you reinforce the consistency of your fishing setup: the rod stays better guided, and you reduce the risk of movement when the line tightens suddenly. This is a real advantage when fishing near snags, along margins, or whenever you need the rod to remain stable and correctly positioned.
Their value is also clear on powerful takes: instead of constantly checking that the rod is sitting correctly, you gain confidence and can focus on the essentials (drag setting, line placement, and observing the water). In short, this is an accessory that helps create a cleaner, safer setup, better suited to sessions where responsiveness matters.
Thanks to a compatibility-focused design, this accessory is intended to integrate with most common rod rest configurations. If your tackle allows this type of addition, you benefit from an immediate improvement in rod retention without having to replace your entire setup.
Install the Snag Ears on your support setup (rod pod, buzz bar, or bank stick) while respecting the orientation that provides the best rod guidance. Then check the alignment: the rod should sit naturally, without excessive constraint, while remaining better contained during a run.
To maximise effectiveness, adjust the position of your support so that the line angle remains consistent with the swim (margin, distance, snag). After a few takes, check that everything is tightened correctly and that there is no unusual play, especially if you are fishing in wet conditions or handling your rods frequently.
Question 1: What are FOX Snag Ears used for?
Answer: They are used to secure the rod on a support by improving retention and limiting sideways movement during takes or sudden line tension.
Question 2: Are they compatible with all rod supports?
Answer: They are designed to fit common setups (rod pod, buzz bar, bank sticks) when the support allows accessories to be added. If in doubt, check the mechanical compatibility of your setup.
Question 3: Are they only useful for carp fishing?
Answer: No. Although they are very commonly used in carp fishing, the principle of support and security can also be relevant to other ledgering styles that require a stable rod.
