I’ve just purchased this pole, and will be using it in a match for the first time on Wednesday. My review will be published here after the match.
The Matrix XTR500 Elite Pro Pole Package 16m is a beast—honestly, one of the best all-rounders out there. It’s got this perfect mix of balance, strength, and stiffness, so whether you’re fishing canals or commercials, it handles like a dream. The secret? High-end Japanese carbon fiber—super lightweight but tough as nails.
They’ve packed in some cool tech too, like X-Graphene resin for extra durability, MST layering, and that slick Glide tape finish. The SLG joints are solid, and the carbon-weaved joint protectors on the male ends are a nice touch—helps everything stay tight and lasting longer.
Oh, and the package is stacked. You get loads of spares and top kits, all fitted with UK-made PTFE bushes and Matrix Revolve side pullers right out of the box. Plus, it comes in a Duralite case, so you don’t have to stress about tossing it in the car or storing it. Basically, it’s got everything you’d want without cutting corners.
Key Features
- Sections no3 to no7 include printed distance markers
- Unique carbon weaved joint protectors on all joints
- Other features include MST layering technology, Glide tape finish and SLG joints
- 3D printed artwork on the butt sections
- All kits are fitted with UK manufactured PTFE bushes and have Matrix Revolve side pullers fitted
- All top kits feature our new printed depths markers
- Pole package is supplied in Duralite pole case
- 2 x Pro match kits (includes one supplied in the pole)
- 2 x Pro power kits
- 2 x Short match kits
- 2 x Short power kits
- 1 x Twist lock extending cupping kit
- Groundbait cup set
- 1 x Mini extension (fits 13m, 14.5m & 16m)
- Duralite pole case
- Specifications
- Length 16m (including mini extension)
- Closed length 1800mm
- No. of sections 10
- Weight @ 13m 867g
- Weight @ 14.5m 1168g
- Weight @ 16m 1475g