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Dedge
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Dedge
   Old Thread  #27 23 May 2026 at 2.21pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
I’ve got the Korda Compac Divide, best rod holdall I’ve used. I used to have a Nash Hardcase and a Trakker padded one, and I’ve also got the Thinking Anglers rod sleeves.

The Divide is my favourite by far. Yes, it sacrifices a little in terms of protection, but it’s super durable, lightweight, easy to fold and throw under your bedchair, and if you leave it in the rain it dries really quickly. Can’t fault it, I’ve used it for a couple of years now.

Really rate the whole Korda Compac range, it’s the first set of luggage I’ve ever actually stuck with and genuinely liked.
TheNordenCarper
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TheNordenCarper
   Old Thread  #26 22 May 2026 at 6.24pm  0  Login    Register
vossy1
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vossy1
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   Old Thread  #25 15 May 2026 at 11.33am  2  Login    Register
I was never a fan of quivers until I started fishing a water where I didnt need my spod and marker rods anymore, was then thinking why this big 5 rod holdall.
Often changing waters and maybe needing the S&M I chose a quiver and haven't used a holdall since.
scozza
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   Old Thread  #24 15 May 2026 at 6.18am  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #8
Similar to me, single sleeves, can strap a spod rod to the side if needed

Have a Korda compact for my smaller rods, same as
Goldeneye
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Goldeneye
   Old Thread  #23 15 May 2026 at 5.42am  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #21
I've got the carp life and my other half has the korda. They're isn't much in it at all to be honest. I prefer the carp life - it has some nice design features and well placed handles, but it only just edges it.
chrispfox
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chrispfox
   Old Thread  #22 14 May 2026 at 5.37pm  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #21
I've got the Korda Compac 5 rod. Love it. I went for that because there was a great deal before Christmas that made it half the price of the Carplife one (which also looks great)
TheNordenCarper
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TheNordenCarper
   Old Thread  #21 14 May 2026 at 4.58pm  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #18
Sorry to revive a old thread, but has anyone experience of both the korda and carp life tied between these at the moment and not sure which one to go with. Thank you Ÿ‘
PhunkyPhish
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PhunkyPhish
   Old Thread  #20 23 May 2025 at 12.35pm  0  Login    Register
This really depends on how you like to pack your rods, swap a lot, take just enough or 5.
I recently went from Speedo quiver and sleeves to Korda Compac 5 Rod. Love it and find it more compact and just easier to use. I use 3 + Spod in winter and 2 + Spod in summer, and I'm wondering if would have been even more compact with a 3 Rod sleeve and separate 1 Rod to attach in winter. But I do like the space to carry 2 nets and 2 retention slings on the outside.
Backofthenet
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   Old Thread  #19 22 May 2025 at 10.07pm  0  Login    Register
Not sure about the best, but I recently picked up a Fox R series tri sleeve which was reasonably priced and I'm really pleased with it
Goldeneye
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Goldeneye
   Old Thread  #18 22 May 2025 at 7.17pm  0  Login    Register
Has anyone compared the carplife and korda compac holdalls side by side?
Is either noticeably smaller?
Andy__C
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Andy__C
   Old Thread  #17 1 May 2025 at 11.04pm  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #9
No complaints for the Korda Compac here too.

I have the 5 rod (3 up, 2 down) 13ft and it's a third of the size of my 15yr+ aged Daiwa bag. Made packing the car easier and seems well thought out with good features.
chanmenie
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   Old Thread  #16 1 May 2025 at 9.54pm  0  Login    Register
Another vote for the Sonik, I bought a 13ft one for my 12:6” free spirits and was so impressed I bought another in 12' for my other rods
Great design having two up one down makes it really compact.
50mm butt rings and Big pits are fine
dannyuk32
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dannyuk32
   Old Thread  #15 1 May 2025 at 5.03pm  1  Login    Register
In reply to Post #1
Def. check out the new ESP Camo Quickdraw 12FT 3 Rod Sleeve before you buy.
Not seen one in the flesh but look nice.
AJG
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AJG
   Old Thread  #14 1 May 2025 at 8.44am  0  Login    Register
In reply to Post #13
Im in 2 minds if to get the Korda compact dark camo or the carplife eclipse, both look really good
stuart666
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stuart666
   Old Thread  #13 1 May 2025 at 6.55am  1  Login    Register
Always used cotswold for rod holdalls but my mate has just got a carplife holdall and that is superb. More padding and even has waterproof zips. Its the best holdall ive seen.
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