Pole Elastics
Pole elastic is the shock absorber between a fine hooklength and a fish that has nowhere to go, so the grade you fit decides whether you land it or lose it. This page lines up solid, hollow and hybrid elastics in every rating with the lowest live price from the retailers we track, and the filters cut the list by type, grade and brand.
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Each elastic is listed with how many of our verified shops stock it, so the price you open is the best in stock right now. Reviewed elastics carry an eTackle score for sorting by how they performed.
Type, rating and diameter are the figures that decide whether an elastic suits the fish you are after, and each listing shows them next to the price.
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Solid, Hollow and Hybrid Elastics
Solid elastic is a single strand that stretches evenly and suits silver fish and light work, where a soft, predictable pull matters more than power. Hollow elastic is a tube that stretches further and bottoms out later, which is why it dominates commercial carp fishing.
Hybrid elastics sit between the two, with a solid core inside a hollow wall for a fast start and a strong finish. Most anglers keep one of each type rigged on different top kits so the right one is always ready.
Choosing the Grade
The rating on the pack shows how much power the elastic carries, and a light grade cushions small fish on fine hooklengths while a heavy grade drags carp away from snags. Match the grade to the hooklength first, because an elastic that overpowers the line breaks fish off.
Diameter tells you the same story in millimetres, and the two scales overlap, so compare like with like when you switch brands. A slightly lighter grade than you think you need is the safer choice on a new venue.
Fitting and Looking After Elastic
Thread the elastic through the top kit with a diamond eye threader, tie it to a bung at the base and a connector at the tip, then set the tension so it just retracts into the tip. Lubricate hollow and hybrid elastics with a pole elastic lube and they last a season or more.
The pole you fit it to sets the top kits and bushes you can use, so it helps to read our best fishing poles guide alongside the elastics here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grade of pole elastic do I need?
Light grades for silver fish on fine hooklengths, medium grades for skimmers and F1s, and heavy grades for carp. Match the elastic to the hooklength, not to the biggest fish in the lake.
What is the difference between solid and hollow elastic?
Solid elastic is a single strand with an even, gentle stretch. Hollow elastic is a tube that stretches further before it locks up, so it lands bigger fish on lighter tackle.
What is hybrid pole elastic?
A solid core inside a hollow outer. It starts fast like a solid and finishes strong like a hollow, which suits mixed bags of F1s and carp.
How do I fit pole elastic?
Thread it through the top kit with a threader, tie a bung at the base and a connector at the tip, then adjust the bung until the elastic just pulls back into the tip.
Do I need to lubricate pole elastic?
Hollow and hybrid elastics run smoother and last longer with a pole elastic lube. Solid elastics need it less, but a drop helps on a hot day.