| Reference | Diamètre | Quantité | Stock quantity | Availability | Price incl tax |
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Ø 13 mm
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Ø 13 mm | 2 | 0 |
To order - lead times vary according to supplier
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4.05 (CHF) incl tax
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Ø 11 mm
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Ø 11 mm | 2 | 0 |
To order - lead times vary according to supplier
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4.05 (CHF) incl tax
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The FOX Edges Pellet Pegs are rig accessories designed to improve the presentation and hold of bait pellets on a hair rig. Their purpose is simple: keep the bait perfectly in place from the cast to the bite, while maintaining a clean and consistent presentation. Thanks to their carefully designed profile, these pegs remain reliable even when the pellet begins to soften in the water, a moment when traditional rigs can lose effectiveness.
By creating a stable anchor point inside the pellet, they help reduce the risk of bait pull-off during hard casts and throughout fishing. They also help minimize the issues caused by small fish that can sometimes pull a standard stop out of the hair loop: here, the bait stays better secured, helping your rig remain fishing longer.
Another important benefit: once the pellet is drilled, the peg fills the hole and helps limit water absorption inside the bait. The result is a bait that stays firmer and more attractive for longer, especially when you want to leave your line out for extended periods or maintain long-lasting performance in the presence of nuisance fish.
For anglers seeking a neat presentation, the Pellet Pegs provide a real gain in consistency. The internal fixing stabilizes the bait and prevents micro-slippage that can unbalance the presentation on the hair. In waters where fish are cautious, this extra security lets you fish with greater confidence: the bait stays where it should, for longer.
They fit naturally into a modern carp fishing approach (and also for other cyprinids depending on local practices), especially when using bait pellets intended to stay on the bottom. By reducing water absorption after drilling, they also help preserve pellet consistency and maintain an attractive appearance, which can make the difference during long sessions or in heavily fished waters.
Finally, as this is an accessory from the FOX Edges range, the goal is to make the rig cleaner, more reliable, and more repeatable. It is a small component, but it plays a direct role in effective fishing time: fewer lost baits, fewer unnecessary checks, and a presentation that remains consistent between recasts.
Drill your pellet with a suitable fine baiting needle, then insert the peg into the opening so it anchors firmly inside. Next, adjust the position on the hair to achieve the desired presentation (pellet closer to the hook or slightly separated, depending on your rig). To optimize hold, make sure to choose a peg size that matches the pellet diameter: the accessory should fit without excessive force while properly filling the drilled hole.
Before each cast, check that the peg is seated correctly and that the hair is not twisted. When small fish are present, use a firmer bait and periodically monitor the pellet’s condition: the purpose of the peg is precisely to extend its effective life, but a quick check remains a good habit for fishing at maximum performance.
""Since I started using these pegs, my pellets stay in place much longer and I recast less often.""
""Cleaner rig, especially when pellets soften: I trust the presentation more.""
Question 1: What are FOX Edges Pellet Pegs used for?
Answer: They act as an internal pellet stop to hold a bait pellet on a hair rig, reducing bait loss during casting and while fishing.
Question 2: Are they compatible with different types of pellets?
Answer: Yes, they are designed for drilled bait pellets, including trout, halibut, and other pellets used in coarse fishing and carp fishing.
Question 3: Does the peg affect how the pellet behaves in water?
Answer: It helps fill the drilled hole, which helps limit water absorption and keep the bait firmer and more attractive for longer.
