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About Stage Stands
A stage stand is a short support that lets you set up banksticks or a buzz bar on a platform where a stick cannot be pushed into the ground.
Carp and coarse anglers on lakes with wooden stages buy these most, along with anyone fishing jetties and decked pegs. A pair under the buzz bars turns a platform swim into a steady setup without carrying a full rod pod.
Fit is the one decision that matters, as the stands listed take either 12mm or 16mm sticks, and one 16mm stand drops to 12.7mm with a collar. Measure your banksticks before you buy.
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How to Choose Stage Stands
Every stage stand is built around a set tube size, so its bore must match the banksticks you already own. The stands listed suit 12mm slim sticks, 16mm chunky sticks, or both with a reducing collar.
A loose fit lets the stick rock in the wind and can drop a bobbin. If your kit mixes sizes, a stand with a collar saves buying two sets.
Short stands keep rods low and steady, and the lowest listed is just 92mm tall. Adjustable uprights come in 3.5in to 6.5in lengths, and one set extends from 4in to 5¼in and from 6in to 9in.
Run the rear stand a little higher or lower than the front to angle the rods at the water. That keeps the line running cleanly over the alarm on a raised stage.
Carbon stands are light and match carbon banksticks, while stainless steel and aluminium stands take knocks on hard boards. The lightest aluminium model weighs about 75g.
A stand needs a base that will not slide or tip on wet, uneven decking. Set it up and push the rod sideways at home before relying on it with a running fish on.
Most anglers use a pair, one under the front buzz bar and one under the rear. Two rod bars sold to match one stand range run from 4.5in to 6.5in wide, and three rod bars from 8.5in to over 11in.
A full rod pod also stands on a platform, but it is bulkier to carry and set up. Stage stands keep the kit small and reuse the banksticks already in your bag.
Wooden stages are a common sight on commercial carp lakes and day ticket waters. Stage stands let you fish them without forcing a bankstick between the boards.
What Stage Stands Cost
The dearest stage stands cost about two and a half times the cheapest, so the gap is small. Single carbon and aluminium stands sit at the low end, with adjustable stands and matched sets at the top.
Extra money buys adjustable uprights, locking collars and stands sold as a ready matched set. Cheaper stands do the same job as long as the bore fits your sticks.
Stage stands listed come to 7, and 2 have a full eTackle review. Our pick of the sticks to pair them with is in the best banksticks guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a stage stand in fishing?
A stage stand is a short base that holds a bankstick upright on a wooden platform or stage. It lets you set up alarms and buzz bars where a stick cannot go into the ground.
Do stage stands fit all banksticks?
No, each stand is made for a set bankstick diameter, usually 12mm or 16mm. Some come with a collar that reduces a 16mm bore to fit thinner sticks.
How many stage stands do you need?
Two is the usual number, one under the front buzz bar and one under the rear. A single stand suits one rod on a lone bankstick.
Are stage stands better than a rod pod?
A pair of stage stands is lighter and smaller to carry, and it uses banksticks you already own. A rod pod stands on its own and suits anglers who never carry banksticks.
What are stage stands made of?
Most are carbon, stainless steel or aluminium. Carbon is the lightest, while metal stands wear the hardest.
How tall are stage stands?
Fixed stands listed start at about 92mm high, and adjustable models extend to about 9in. Set the front and rear at different heights to angle your rods.
Can you use stage stands with a buzz bar?
Yes, put a stand under each buzz bar so two or three rods sit on one front and one rear support. Bars sold to match come in two and three rod widths.
What is the difference between slim and chunky stage stands?
Slim stands are built around a 12mm tube for thinner sticks, while chunky ones use a 16mm tube. Match the stand to the sticks in your bag.