Preston Pole Elastics: A Guide to the Range and Sizes

Choosing pole elastic starts with matching your setup to the fishing you plan to do. Our Preston pole elastics graphic brings four ranges together: Dura Slip Hybrid, Slip Elastic, Dura Hollo and Hollo Elastic. Here’s a quick guide to the sizes and recommended retail prices shown, plus what to consider before choosing.

Four Preston elastic ranges at a glance

Dura Slip Hybrid Elastic

The graphic lists Dura Slip Hybrid Elastic in sizes 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 21 and 23, with an RRP of £6.99. It offers the widest spread of numbered sizes of the four ranges pictured.

Slip Elastic

Preston Slip Elastic is shown in sizes 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14 and 16, with an RRP of £2.99. It has the lowest starting size and lowest RRP in this comparison.

Dura Hollo Elastic

Dura Hollo Elastic is pictured in sizes 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18, with an RRP of £14.99.

Hollo Elastic

Hollo Elastic is shown in sizes 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17 and 19, with an RRP of £11.99.

How to narrow down your choice

Before buying, think about your target fish, the venue and the tackle you’ll pair with the elastic. A setup for small fish in open water needs different consideration from one intended for larger fish near cover.

• Check your pole and top kit: follow their recommended elastic ratings and fitting guidance.
• Consider the whole rig: choose elastic alongside your line, hooklength and hook, rather than treating it as a standalone decision.
• Compare the actual range: don’t assume the same numbered rating will feel identical across different elastic constructions.
• Read the product details: check the supplied length, fitting requirements and manufacturer's guidance before ordering.

Use the graphic as a starting point

The image makes it easy to compare the listed size options, but it does not show every detail needed to choose an elastic. If you’re unsure, tell us what fish you’re targeting, where you’ll be fishing and which pole or top kit you use. That gives us a useful starting point for helping you choose.

Price note: all prices above are the RRPs printed on the graphic, not a confirmation of our current selling prices. Check the individual product listings for current prices, specifications and availability.

Get ready for your next pole fishing session

Whether you’re putting together a new top kit or replacing an existing elastic, take a moment to check your setup before heading to the bank. Contact Bait & Tackle UK at orders@baitandtackleuk.co.uk or call 07860 653537 for help with your tackle selection.