KastKing Fishing Net Folding Landing Net – Super Strong, Easy to Carry Store,as Strong as Heavy Duty One-Piece Landing Net… review and price compare 2024
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KastKing Triangle Foldable Net is the landing net to have! KastKing compact fishing net is foldable. Durable, supple, tangle-free coated fine mesh net captures even the smallest (or biggest!) fish. Its special coating guards against your hook points getting stuck in the net and it will not harm the fish’s scales aiding safe quick release. The fish net coating is non-absorbent and will not get heavy with water.
Scoop up your fish with this amazing, lightweight yet powerful fishing net that folds for easy storage.
KastKing Triangle fish landing net hoop and handle are made of tough, durable E-glass that withstands impact and will not dent or bend like aluminum.
The push button to fold the net is made of very strong, durable industrial nylon material. The hand-hold end of handle is made of non-absorbent PVC material.
KastKing Triangle fish landing nets have a convenient belt clip for easy transport. All components are non-rusting and saltwater approved. Non-glare finish. Put it in the boat with KastKing Landing Net.
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Landing nets are an important and necessary tool for all fishermen. However, because of their size and shape, they can be difficult to store and take up valuable space in your boat. But now with the KastKing Madbite folding landing nets, you can always have a high quality, lightweight net close at hand and never in the way.
Madbite nets are available in two sizes and because of the patent pending design, will quickly fold for easy storage in any boat. The smallest net is 20” long x 16” wide and 20” deep with a handle that extends to a full 45” long. The larger net is 24” long x 20” wide and 24” deep with a handle that extends to 76” long.
Easy storage is possible with the solid and secure, patented folding design made of industrial strength graphite combined with aluminum and stainless steel. This net is very light but will handle the biggest fresh and saltwater fish with ease and without flexing or weak points. This is the last net you’ll ever need and you’ll wonder why it has never been done before.
The net material is made of a rubber coated, hook friendly material that not only keeps hooks from getting tangled but is also gentle on fish for effective releases. After landing your fish you can quickly get a total length measurement by using the ruler that has been printed on the handle.
These nets weigh only 1.4 and 2 lbs and will store in their own storage case. Total storage size is only 27” long x 8” wide for the small net and 33” long x 10” wide for the larger model.
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Date First Available : August 30, 2021
Manufacturer : Eposeidon
ASIN : B09DYTH31V
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Questions about KastKing Fishing Net Folding Landing Net – Super Strong, Easy to Carry Store,as Strong as Heavy Duty One-Piece Landing Net…
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Will this hold up to toothy fish? Kingfish/Mackeral/etc that are going to be released?
Answer: I believe so. The basket holds up to hooks and stuff fine, I guess if you left the fish in the net and let it chew on it it might wear it out lol.
Answer: The coated material used on this net will probably not hold up for netting toothy fish on a regular basis. There are folding nets by Stowaway that use the heavy twine but cost over 3x more.
Answer: It should hold up as well as any net
Answer: Your big are we talking? Just your run of the mill mackerel, yes. Kingfish >30" no.
Answer: I believe so, it's pretty sturdy. But I'm catching bad, trout, and salmon. So i can't say for certain
Answer: Absolutely!
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Is this Saltwater marine durable?
Answer: Seems pretty durable so far however I have only owned mine for 6 months. It does feel sturdy
Answer: I would think so. The materials used in the design of this net is aluminum and graphite/plastic components with a rubber netting material. I really like this net. It works well for my bass fishing application.
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Is this net knotless? I am in WA state and many of the waters are selective gear which specify that the net must be knotless.
Answer: It is rubber. No knots. And pretty big!!
Answer: It is knotless, the bottom is sewn in with a strip.
Answer: Yes. Its rubber.
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The nut on the inside of the net handle popped off can I get a replacement nut?
Answer: Call kastking. Kastking.com has phone number
Answer: I’m sure a hardware store will have one.
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what is the top rim of the net like? The ones that collapse inward are very flexible at the top which isnt good for scooping frogs, crayfish etc out
Answer: The top rim locks into place and seems quite sturdy and strong. You should not have too much trouble scooping frogs and crayfish. However I would be cautious netting a large fish (say something more than 20 pounds).
Answer: The hoop of this net is ridged. I don’t notice any flexing of the bow. I use the net for bass, walleye and occasional northern pike. Hope this sheds some light on your concerns.
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how big are the holes?
Answer: Small hole net. One downside for me.
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Can you buy replacement net for this one
Answer: At this time we do not sell replacement nets.
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Why this net in not made larger? For big saltwater fish a hoop 40 wide needed???
Answer: Check out Frabill nets!
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What is the best way to attach a lanyard to the handle? I like to wade and it would be nice to attach to my waders
Answer: Hi Robert,
Answer: I would just drill a hole in the handle. Its aluminum so no worries their. If you are concerned a little touch up paint should do it.
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How does this net do with treble hooks? Do they get hung up in the netting?
Answer: I don't have this particular net, mine is the KastKing Fishing Net Folding Landing Net, but I find it pretty awesome. trebles may get hung a bit, but I've not noted the hook penetrating the net material which has been where the real problems lie... Hope this helps!
Answer: Its is a great net.no hook hang ups to mention .well made.a great buy.been fishing 40 yrs.great net
Answer: No. I love this net!
Answer: Have not had any problems with any kind of hooks or line.
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How come the images are not showing the MadBite net but the video does? What net would i get if ordered?
Answer: While I got the MadBite net when I ordered this I can't say for sure you will? I would assume you will get the same as I did.
Answer: It gives you the options of which net you want in the drop down menu .. I've got both sizes and they're very good nets for the price ....
Answer: I didn't notice that they were different. i got the one shown in the video.
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Net parts the part that folds on the handle
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What is the diameter of the net mesh holes?
Answer: A little less than 1/2”
Answer: A little less than 1/2”
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Is this net strong enough to handle large catchfish between 10-30 pounds
Answer: I have the largest landing net (24" with extended handle) available and I routinely catch large flathead, blue and channel cats in both rivers and lakes. I was able to land a 40 lb flathead, with the handle fully extended, while reaching into a fast current river. You should be fine.
Answer: I probably would not recommend this for fish that big especially if you are catching them that large of a regular basis. I mainly use mine for bass and crappie which it's perfect for.
Answer: Absolutely with question!
Answer: Yes it is capable.
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Is the 24" version big enough for salmon and steelhead?
Answer: Should be it's pretty big net!!
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Iam looking for a landing net approx 20 x 20 x 24 with a fixed alumium pole of 6 plus feet. I plan to use it to pick up garbage floating in our canal
Answer: Hi There,
Answer: The two piece telecopic handle on this net can be fixed at full length. However the handle length is less than 6 feet.
Answer: It is 76” from the end of net to end of pole when it is full extended
Answer: It’s a telescoping ole but very sturdy. I would recommend for your application
Answer: So what is your question????
Answer: Was there a question here?
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Is the large (24") net too heavy to use with one hand while rod is in other hand??
Answer: You can do it with one hand but it's difficult that's why I always have somebody in the boat to land the fish
Answer: No it is not too heavy.
Answer: No
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Will the 20" depth accommodate landing a 24" to 36" Steelhead? I don't want a huge net in the boat.
Answer: I think that any fish more than about 24" in length would be a tight squeeze to get into this net. I do fine with trout and redfish in the 20-26" range. The net sides are essentially straight down and the net is about 12" deep. So it depends on how big your fish are likely to be. It is less than half the size of the net our guides carried when we were fly fishing for salmon in Michigan.
Answer: Hi Ajs,
Answer: The longest carp I landed was over 30” and 20 + lbs so I think it will serve your needs.
Answer: Yes, I routinely use this net to land big flathead, blue and channel catfish. It's very sturdy and should hold up well to those big steelhead. As another user has noted, the case is terrible but I always keep mine in a big bucket anyway. My favorite feature of this net is it's extreme sturdiness when fully extended. I usually fish in fast river currents so I need a reliable landing net.
Answer: Mine is fine for 24” rainbow but unsure about 36” steelhead
Answer: Yes it will. But, the case is terrible. The zipper broke twice. I returned it once but the second on broke too.
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are there 2 models? I want the one that extends to 76 in.
Answer: Hi Paul,
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What is the maximum weight capacity this net can hold while fully extended?
Answer: I've lifted my 35 lb. Toddler with the handle fully extended. Don't know what the max weight it can handle, but it's very sturdy.
Answer: I've landed a 40 lb flathead cat, with the handle fully extended, and it showed no signs of bending or breaking. Most sturdy net I've owned.
Answer: I haven’t tested it for maximum wt but I haven’t had any issues with fish in the 5 pound area. Great net!!!
Answer: Not sure. We have netted some really big fish.
Q:
Will this net handle Stripers 33"-40" and 17#-25#?
Answer: Hello,
Answer: Yes this net will easily handle big stripers no problem
Answer: No, it is not deep enough nor wide enough to handle that size of fish. hope this helps.
Q:
will this fit in a suitcase?
Answer: That would depend on the size of the suitcase. The smaller net is 20” long x 16” wide x 20” deep. The larger net is 24” long x 20” wide X 24” deep. The folded size for storage is either 27” long x 8” wide or 33” long x 10” wide and they weigh just 1.4 or 2 lbs.
Answer: The smaller version would fit in most suitcases and larger is slightly (6") longer. The dimensions (closed or stored) are either 27” long x 8” wide for the small or 33” long x 10” wide for the large net. They both store flat and are maybe 2" thick.
Answer: Yes
Q:
Is this suitable to land striped bass from rocky inlet?
Answer: Yes
Q:
I see the net material is rubber coated but what type of material is the netting itself? Is it nylon or fabric etc.
Answer: I'm going to guess fabric. Its rubber coated so fabric would adhere the best. Its a good net so far.
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can you use this for catching baitfish?
Answer: This net is versatile and can surly catch bait fish. You do want to consider the size of bait fish vs the size of the holes.
Answer: I bought it to catch my rogue chickens.
Answer: Yes, you can if you're quick enough. Although I recommend hook and line over it.
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Is there supposed to be a stoper to keep the pole from coming completely out?
Answer: Yes my pole does not come out. Been using all year now. Probley 50 fish in it. I have never had the pole come all the way out.
Answer: Yes there is a cap on end of pole to stop pole from coming out. It’s a screw in type and comes with pole. I’m thinking it’s for extension of the pole or attachment like lure retriever.
Answer: I agree. You can see it in the product photo if you use the zoom feature. I have not had either section of my net come disconnected.
Q:
Would this work for catching chickens?
Answer: It is a great net for water use because of the rubber coating on the net. It may be harmful on delicate feathers.
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What is the diameter of the net mesh holes?
Answer: A little less than 1/2”
Answer: A little less than 1/2”
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Obviously not big enough for a 30lb King Salmon?
Answer: That is a pretty safe assumption. I have used it for trout, bass, etc. Big game fish would require a bigger net.
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Could this net hold up catching Blue Crabs?
Answer: It’s a pretty strong net I think it would but you will tear it up faster
Answer: Awesome net love it
Answer: I can’t really be sure, but if you’re down scraping the bottom most of the time I’m leaning towards saying no it wouldn’t hold up
Q:
Is this net knotless? I am in WA state and many of the waters are selective gear which specify that the net must be knotless.
Answer: It is rubber. No knots. And pretty big!!
Answer: It is knotless, the bottom is sewn in with a strip.
Answer: Yes. Its rubber.
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I am trying to buy this for my husband for Christmas. He fishes for steelhead and salmon. Is this a good net for that and which size should i get?
Answer: I think this net would work for your application. These nets are really clever and well made. I specifically wanted a net that folded up to use in my boat. Works like a charm. I would recommend that the largest size would be best for salmon and steelhead.
Answer: This is the smaller one which I thought was to small in photo. Turned out perfect. Nice extension and net. I’d say 15-20 lbs you would be able to. 20lbs or more the bigger net probably the way to go.
Answer: It will work good for your husband. Its light weight and durable and big enough also. I would recommend the biggest size for salmon and steelhead. Especially for the price its a great net.
Answer: Get the large size. I use it for salmon too, although I wish it was a bit bigger. It’s portability is a feature that’s hard to beat.
Q:
Which size is this listing for?! Large or Medium?
Answer: Medium....but plenty big. Quality product and am quite pleased
Answer: You would typically make your selection from the drop down menu. At this time the larger net is sold out, so only the 20" is offered.
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Is this 20" net have a handle that extends or not, pic says it doesn't but drawing shows it does, can u please let me know ? Thanks in advanced
Answer: On the net I got the handle collapses into the net frame making the net much shorter for packing. The handle will then extend out of the net. So collapsed the net is about 27.5" long and extended it is about 45.5" total length. The handle itself does not "telescope" into itself or extend to make the handle longer. The handle is a a fixed length.
Answer: Yes, the handle extends 50 inches and twists for a secure "lock". From the very front of the net to the tip of the handle fully extended is 67 inches.
Answer: Yes...It does extend.
Answer: It extends
Answer: Yes, it extends
Q:
what's the difference between the fixed and telescopic handles if they both fold/collapse?
Answer: I would think with the fixed handle net the handle doesn’t collapse into the net but the net folds?
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20" net handle is set ? and does not extend? if so what is the length shortest to longest while extended. ?
Answer: The smallest net is 20” long x 16” wide and 20” deep with a handle that extends to a full 45” long.
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For the 24 inch hoop net, can the 2nd piece of the handle be extended partially only or does it have to be fully extended to lock it down?
Answer: It doesn't have to be fully extended , pull it out as far as you need and tighten the lock ring ... Great net , Salmon up to 30lbs were no problem ....
Answer: It can be partially extended and locked down.
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Could this handle a 40" Northern Pike?
Answer: The dimensions of the larger net are: 24” long x 20” wide X 24” deep. It is reinforced and should be fine to catch larger fish.
Answer: I think so , I’ve landed 44” redfish with it . I live in Louisiana , and using it fishing seams to be holding up to the brackish water we have . I do like that it extends out also .
Q:
What is the Warranty?
Answer: Amazon replaced it once.
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What what is the overall extended length length from the end of the handle to the end of the net.
Answer: 5 feet. It’s a nice net and design
Answer: 60 inches. Definitely long enough
Answer: 6 feet
Q:
Do you get both nets?
Answer: No, you only get one net. This depicts the various positions of the telescoping handle. This is a great net, no bones about it. Buy one!
Answer: You purchase the net of your choice. The photo shows two nets but each is separate option.
Answer: One net
Answer: No. I believe the illustration is show the size differences.
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Can this net carry heavy fish like carp?
Answer: Yes, this net can handle large fish, we have different sizes to choose from.
Answer: Any fish that you can get into the net, it will hold securely, but chose the size net for the size of fish you expect to catch.
Answer: yes
Q:
Can this net be used to catch minnows? Or collecting smaller fish in streams?
Answer: The net should work fine on small fish down to a couple inches and on fish that I have caught that were 20". I can't remember but I think the net "holes" are about 1/4" or so. I only wish the handle was a little bit longer for boat use so I could reach out a little farther.
Answer: This is a really nice net. Well made and easy storing but I don’t think it would work for minnows.
Answer: No
Q:
Does it float?
Answer: Hi there,
Answer: No.
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is this the large verzion or smaller one ?
Answer: The smaller net is 20” long x 16” wide x 20” deep.
Answer: Large
Answer: The smaller one is pictured on the right.
Answer: The one I had purchased was the small landing net.
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When will you have the large telescopic one with the 24in net?
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I would use it for surf fishing, standing waist deep. Can the net be used without extending the handle?
Answer: Hi Toh,
Answer: You should, when you move the handle into place it clears the net opening
Answer: Yes
Q:
How do you keep the shaft from rotating so that the measuring metrics are always on top?
Answer: Hi there,
Answer: You could extend the larger first section and tighten the twist lock with the numbers are up. Although it still might turn. I find extending the smaller handle section isn’t really needed.
Q:
Would this work to catch bats inside the house? Awwwwkkkk
Answer: Yes
Q:
Can this be used in salt water without corrosion?
Answer: yes. This net is great for salt or freshwater. It has an Aluminum Handle & Net Frame, as well as graphite components so it will not corrode.
Product reviews of KastKing Fishing Net Folding Landing Net – Super Strong, Easy to Carry Store,as Strong as Heavy Duty One-Piece Landing Net…
More sense than money : Go for the longer handle.
Overall a nice net. Wish I had opted for the longer handle. Product came damaged with slight dent in handle. Have to really force handle through support. I can live with it. Shallow net perfect for crappie.
Amazon Customer : Fantastic!
This net is exactly what I was looking for! I got the large 24in net, it is light weight but very strong. The netting is rubber coated as to help protect our native fish here in the PNW. I love how its got the wide flat bottom to the net insuring it is big enough for our largest salmon and steelhead. The ability to fold down to something about the size of a tennis racquets is pretty incredible. The price is also a huge selling point, most of our local shops have nets at the same size starting at $60+ with out the coated netting. You cant go wrong!
Extreme Philly Fishing : Super convenient to carry around!
I love it! Got my MadBite net a little while ago, and I have used a few times since. Not only it gets its job done, the best thing about it is how convenient it is to store it and carry it around! I use public transportation all the time, so carrying a net has always been a struggle! Well...not anymore! And you know what...even in a car, you can neatly [and cleanly] store your MadBite net! Definitely recommended!
chmwash : Handle will fall off
The handle will pull completely out of the hoop making it useless. I managed to put it back in but lost the fish. It should have something on the end of the handle to prevent it from coming all the way out. Purchased in December 2019. Used it a handful of times. I like the net otherwise, just disappointed because of handle.
Thomas Farlow : Great Net
I have used this net, not for a couple of kayak fishing trips and I have to say this is a great net!! I love that it folds up and is easily storable. The handle extends out to give you extra length if you need it. I also like the measurements on the handle so if I was to forget my measuring board I can at least get a measurement using the handle on my net. Great product I would highly recommend it.
jones : Great Net, Issues with Telescopic Pole 60cm after Unboxing
Immediately after unboxing, I had issues with the extension part of the handle (Telescopic Pole 60cm). The engineering of the telescopic part of the handle is cheaply made. The rest of the product seems like it is durable and high quality, but if I had to purchase again I would recommend not purchasing the telescopic pole 60cm. If I could exchange the product for the 50cm Fixed pole without hassle I most definitely would. Other than that it seems to be a great product so far. Will update feedback in the future.
bounmy saelee : KastKing Fishing Net Folding Landing Net
this is great item i love it the minute i open the box and see the item...first time use on the water its amazing i recommend to everyone try it, i will buy another one soon. thanks
A. Reith : A very professional net for a great price.
I waited until trying this net out on big fish before giving a review. This week I fished Pyramid Lake in NV for a couple of days and netted about 30 cutthroats between 3 and 9 lbs. The net worked admirably for these meaty trout and at no point did it feel flimsy or did I worry about it breaking. The netting is rubber and very kind to the fish which is important if you are doing catch and release.
The only caveat I have is that I wish I'd bought the larger size since the depth of the net could become an issue with fish over 10 lbs. Overall, I'm extremely happy with the net and the compactness of it when folded.
Update 04-22-19: So far this year I've landed 5 fish over 10lbs - biggest was 12.5lbs - at Pyramid Lake with this solid net. I have noticed that it becomes difficult to unfold and extend if you don't clean and lube it every time.
Update 03.10.20: I just bought the bigger version of this net and it is not very good. The zipper to the bag the net came in broke immediately. Then the extended handle locked in place as I tried it out and could not get it to release without pliers. I'm going to keep this net and see if I can make it work since the folding capability is not the most important part to me.
basswalker3 : Good net
Got this for my husband after his last net tore. He says it works better than his original net so all is well!
Jacqueline Lachance : Seems rugged
Bought this as a Christmas present so it hasn’t been used yet. But I did take it out to look at it & make sure it opened/extended properly in case I had to return. It seems pretty rugged & it was easy to open & extend. The netting is kinda rubbery, hopefully it’s strong. When it came, it was in a box with other items & didn’t have any packaging of its own, just the carrying case. The case was FILTHY!! It looked like it had been sliding across a dirty floor. Im hoping the material of the case will wipe off fairly easy, but some sort of packaging would prevent that. I definitely wouldn’t have bought it in a store like that Other than that, based on my first impression I think it will be a decent net.
Chef MB : KastKing does it again!
First impression is great - feels like a solid folding net. It has a very positive lock when opening the net. The handle has an easy-to-use lock and feels sturdy enough to land the hogs. Looking forward to landing my first Chrome soon.
Robert Gardner : Broke in half 1st time I tried to use it
Poor product quality. I bought this for the extension and foldup capabilities because I thought it would fit better on the boat. I used it for the first fish I pulled in, which was under 5 lbs. As I brought it up over the side of the boat, the pole snapped in half and the net and fish fell back into the lake. I generally love KastKing products... but this is the exception.
TB : Serious flaw in design . To date this is the worst buy I've made on Amazon.
Horrible quality. I could withstand the folding mechanism being gritty when folding it, I could withstand the cheap plastic spreader bar where you push a lever that you feel like your going to break when folding trying to fold it, I could withstand the ungodly weight for a cheap pole... But having it brake when tightening the second section on it is not tolerable. I used this for catfishing/carping and only landed maybe 3 fish until the collar that tightens the sections started coming loose and was hard to operate. The next fish I needed a little more reach so I loosened it up, extended it and when retightening it, it snapped... Now in two pieces it was obvious what happened. They use a small pin to hold these sections together. No matter how heavy guage metal they use for the handle to make it feel sturdy will help this horrible flaw.. inside that big heavy metal handle is a plastic retention piece with a small metal pin in it to hold the other section.. I don't know where these other reviews came from, but from somebody that fishes 3-4 times a week and takes great care of their gear, this sucks.
ML : Everything You Need In A Net
The fishing net is high quality and built to last. Time will tell if that becomes a fact. As other reviews have stated the carrying case is cheap. Zipper came off track after only a few times of use. But I didn’t purchase the net for the carrying case so I am happy with my purchase.
jones : Great Net, Issues with Telescopic Pole 60cm after Unboxing
Immediately after unboxing, I had issues with the extension part of the handle (Telescopic Pole 60cm). The engineering of the telescopic part of the handle is cheaply made. The rest of the product seems like it is durable and high quality, but if I had to purchase again I would recommend not purchasing the telescopic pole 60cm. If I could exchange the product for the 50cm Fixed pole without hassle I most definitely would. Other than that it seems to be a great product so far. Will update feedback in the future.
Michael Kelly : Great net, great price.
I was a little worried about the quality of this net, however, I have landed several large fish without incident. I just ordered one for a fishing buddy. It is a really big net! I recommend this net for bass fishing.
jay : Handle is worthless..
This net lasted about 2 months and then the handle came apart. I Have bought 3 different nets with extendable handles and all 3 extendable handles failed. I will never buy another net with an extendable handle again period.
S. Davis : Real solid net for the money
This was the third net I tried from Amazon. The hoop part is about 24 inches long, and its fits pretty well in the gunnel holder on my Bass Cat Caracal. The extend and lock in operation is easy to do, its got a stopper at the end of the bar (unlike one of the other ones I tried). Its a solid bass tournament net, great size. Strong value for the $$ net
Joel Alonso : Good, except the telescope handle.
As long as you don’t try to use the telescoping part of the handle you will do fine!
Brian W L : and most components are pretty solid. The locking mechanism of the lip of ...
Overall a very well made net. The handle, rubber mesh of the basket, and most components are pretty solid. The locking mechanism of the lip of the net isn’t very responsive, so it’s hard to tell if it is actually locked into place, even though with my little experience using it it seems to lock securely. Improving the latch quality would greatly enhance overall quality. Perhaps an aluminum or stainless steel mechanism instead of plastic? But for the price, like most Kastking products, you can’t really go wrong.
TB : Serious flaw in design . To date this is the worst buy I've made on Amazon.
Horrible quality. I could withstand the folding mechanism being gritty when folding it, I could withstand the cheap plastic spreader bar where you push a lever that you feel like your going to break when folding trying to fold it, I could withstand the ungodly weight for a cheap pole... But having it brake when tightening the second section on it is not tolerable. I used this for catfishing/carping and only landed maybe 3 fish until the collar that tightens the sections started coming loose and was hard to operate. The next fish I needed a little more reach so I loosened it up, extended it and when retightening it, it snapped... Now in two pieces it was obvious what happened. They use a small pin to hold these sections together. No matter how heavy guage metal they use for the handle to make it feel sturdy will help this horrible flaw.. inside that big heavy metal handle is a plastic retention piece with a small metal pin in it to hold the other section.. I don't know where these other reviews came from, but from somebody that fishes 3-4 times a week and takes great care of their gear, this sucks.
RSS : Nice net for boat or high shore
This is a big net, but folds down to a tennis racket size for easy storage on my small fishing boat. I like the coated netting that eliminates hook tangles when landing fish. I also like the telescoping extension, which I use when fishing off large rock in one of my secret honey holes. O.K., for improvements, I drilled a hole on the end of the handle and added a para-cord wrist strap for safety since it doesn't float. Would be nice if they added a stop on the end of the handle to keep your hand slipping off. When I'm netting with the pole extended, I do it hand over hand. The net is just deep enough to fold over the net hoop to "lock" the fish in, however if the net were a tad deeper it would be a better net. All-in-all I'm pleased with the net and recommend it. It's getting the job done.
Jacqueline Lachance : Seems rugged
Bought this as a Christmas present so it hasn’t been used yet. But I did take it out to look at it & make sure it opened/extended properly in case I had to return. It seems pretty rugged & it was easy to open & extend. The netting is kinda rubbery, hopefully it’s strong. When it came, it was in a box with other items & didn’t have any packaging of its own, just the carrying case. The case was FILTHY!! It looked like it had been sliding across a dirty floor. Im hoping the material of the case will wipe off fairly easy, but some sort of packaging would prevent that. I definitely wouldn’t have bought it in a store like that Other than that, based on my first impression I think it will be a decent net.
Amazon Customer : Durability
Have not used this net yet but it appears to be pretty well made. Interested to see how it holds up. Going to be netting lots of 4 to 12 pound channel cats this summer. And lots of 3 to 8 lb. Trout this fall. The only real possible weakness I see is the plastic latching mechanism for the folding head. Love the compact design!
Thomas Farlow : Great Net
I have used this net, not for a couple of kayak fishing trips and I have to say this is a great net!! I love that it folds up and is easily storable. The handle extends out to give you extra length if you need it. I also like the measurements on the handle so if I was to forget my measuring board I can at least get a measurement using the handle on my net. Great product I would highly recommend it.
More sense than money : Go for the longer handle.
Overall a nice net. Wish I had opted for the longer handle. Product came damaged with slight dent in handle. Have to really force handle through support. I can live with it. Shallow net perfect for crappie.
DJ : Bad design. Fatal flaw.
Returned immediately. Bad design. There is nothing to keep the net from falling off the handle with a heavy fish other than a friction-twist mechanism. No hard stop at all.
Nicole : Great net. Poor bag
I like to keep my things organized and easy to get to when I’m on my boat. And when I’m loading and packing up to get back in the road, I also like to be quick and efficient. This net allows me to do just that with one major drawback only: A TERRIBLE BAG.
I unzipped the bag once to take the net out and the zipper pretty much disintegrated. Now the net is just loose in one of my storage compartments and it snags whatever it comes in contact with.
Great net, it really is, but the storage bag needs work. A better zipper would solve this all.
Hatchetjoe : Good but not Great!
I've used this net for about 9 months for inshore fishing from my 12 foot canoe. The net has easily handled a number of redfish and trout. I don't usually net fish I don't want to keep like jacks and ladyfish. Pros: Frame and handle are very sturdy and rigid, Folding mechanism works well and seems to be holding up well, Extension and locking of the handle work well, Nice size for my type of fishing. It's easy to get a 30" fish in the net while seated in the canoe. Cons Mesh of the net is smaller than it needs to be unless you want to scoop up fish in the 6" range, Rubber coating is thin making it easy for hooks to tangle. I haven't had a hook go into the net fibers but I'm afraid it will happen. If the mesh was larger and the coating thicker it would be a lot easier to unhook fish and get them out of the net along with the lure. Overall, I'm satisfied with the purchase and will keep using the net but I find my other net that I keep on my bay boat quicker and easier to use with its thicker and larger mesh.
Kristina Abbott : Beats the competition, hands down!
After searching multiple sites and brands, comparing costs and features, the KastKing stands above the competition. The length of the pole is awesome, especially for reaching over the pier rail as well as fishing off a SeaDoo. The rubberized coating is easy on the fish AND haven't had any hooks snag/catch on to it (using circle and crappie hooks). Works perfectly with big catfish catch and release. As others have stated, the zipper on the protective bag is "weak". My net came missing the zipper-pull but I attached a small lanyard to the zipper slider and it works just fine (although I am extremely careful when zipping and unzipping). Also, to avoid any potential issues, I don't fully extend the handle, but instead tighten it a couple inches before it reaches full length for added strength and to reduce pressure where the two sections join. Longevity of the net remains to be seen, but so far, so good! VERY happy with the convenience and performance of the KastKing Madbite net.
More sense than money : Go for the longer handle.
Overall a nice net. Wish I had opted for the longer handle. Product came damaged with slight dent in handle. Have to really force handle through support. I can live with it. Shallow net perfect for crappie.
TB : Serious flaw in design . To date this is the worst buy I've made on Amazon.
Horrible quality. I could withstand the folding mechanism being gritty when folding it, I could withstand the cheap plastic spreader bar where you push a lever that you feel like your going to break when folding trying to fold it, I could withstand the ungodly weight for a cheap pole... But having it brake when tightening the second section on it is not tolerable. I used this for catfishing/carping and only landed maybe 3 fish until the collar that tightens the sections started coming loose and was hard to operate. The next fish I needed a little more reach so I loosened it up, extended it and when retightening it, it snapped... Now in two pieces it was obvious what happened. They use a small pin to hold these sections together. No matter how heavy guage metal they use for the handle to make it feel sturdy will help this horrible flaw.. inside that big heavy metal handle is a plastic retention piece with a small metal pin in it to hold the other section.. I don't know where these other reviews came from, but from somebody that fishes 3-4 times a week and takes great care of their gear, this sucks.
Fernando : Great travel net
This net collapses and extends great. Very sturdy to hold fish in the net. The switch broke but that was my fault as i forced it closed without knowing it was locked. Overall it is a great collapsible net.
SherpaK : Good, but could be better! Note: Net does NOT float
I received the large sized net, and was fortunate to be headed out fishing. We caught a number of bass in the 2-4 lb range, and the net worked extremely well for most lures, but struggled with the treble hooks. I will say, however, that the net was better than my previous nylon net, but it would benefit by larger holes. What I liked: net was smooth to set up and extend. The handle locked easily, and did not need to be extended to be used. We did use the ruler, which is nice for larger fish (and bragging rights!). Flat bottom makes it much easier to release fish. What I didn't like: hole size on the net. Not bad, but larger holes would be better. Overall, I expect many years of use, and am happy with this purchase. UPDATE: I lowered the rating to 2 stars. THE NET DOES NOT FLOAT. I watched mine sink to the bottom today after landing a fish.
duncan koch : Huge Net!
This net is huge! 6 pound bowfin barely fills it. But this is a very solid colapseable extendable net. My first one had an issue with the glue on the collar holding the extendable handle almost immediately. It was replaced quickly without issue and I've had zero problems with this one. Hence the lil loss in sturdiness.
Adam : Undecided. Not for big fish.
I love the compact nature of this net but I question its ability to land big fish. I put 10 lbs of weight in it and when the net is fully extended, there was quite a bit of flex. The locking mechanism for the folding feature of the net is just cheap plastic which will likely not last very long. I am looking for a net that will last me a long time and I don’t think this is it.
Out West with Chris : A Net Well Done!
I've used this net on several kayak fishing trips now and I really like it. Gotta appreciate the rubberized net, way easier on the fish, and the extendable handle makes this great for bank, boat, or kayak fishing.
Mike Snow : Broke just after return period
The net doesn't extend easily (you have to pull a bit). The extension part came out of the handle. The net was not abused and was only used a couple of times. Some of Kastking's stuff is a good value. This net wasn't.
Meg Z. : Small package carries a big net.
Received item on a timely basis. I have bought several KastKing products, so I am familiar with their quality. Net comes in a cover about the same size as a tennis racquet. The net unfolds into a good size net. It is light weight and appears to be durable . The pole extends to about 76 inches giving it good reach. The netting is rubberized and deep enough to handle large fish. Pleasantly surprised by the quality and stowability of this net.
B.Craighead : Great present for a fisherman
My dad loves it! It was a great present first fisherman. He has a regular size boat but now he can always have a net folded in a compartment. Only issue there was is that the case lost its zipper the first day I gave it to him.
Thunder O. : Cheap Bag Zipper Broke
I live in Wisconsin where there's currently ice on the water and this net bag broke already - without even having it out on the water yet!!!! I have literally opened the bag zipper twice. Once to show my wife the net and the second (when it broke) to show a buddy. He laughed but I didn't find it so funny. Feel like I wasted $45.
This does not give me an ounce of faith on how the actual net is going to perform when I need to net a fish.
Amazon Customer : HORRIBLE!!
I bought this net for the 2020 late run of Sockeye on the Kenai River. The net did not last 3 days before the pole bent and 6 days into the trip the top hinge broke. It looks cool, but it is absolutely worthless piece of sh!t. I would not recommend this net to my worse enemy. Please save your money and buy a better quality net.
T : Very nice net. Folds up for easy transport.
I finally got a chance to use this thing while fishing. It's great. Landed a 5 lb red fish with no problems. Extends and folds up easily. Seems very well built so I hope it will last me years. The zippered case probably won't last long. It's very thin and has to be almost stretched to get the net in and out. It looks like it needs to be about a half inch wider to allow easier removal. The holes in the net are a bit too big for minnows, but perfect for bait fish and anything larger. Ended up catching a hummingbird that got stuck in my garage the other day. It worked perfectly for that as well. Will purchase again if ever needed.
Heather Dinwiddie : Broke the first time I extended the handle. Great concept poor execution
The telescoping handle came apart the first time I extended it. Will have to glue the retaining cap back on. Folding net is almost impossible to collapse maybe easier after it used a few times. Overall bummed out. Would have been just right if put together correctly. I don't have the time or will to repackage this and send it back.
Tyler Larsen : Perfect kayak net!
PERFECT net for kayak fishing. Folds up and can be stored anywhere, long enough handle to provide leverage and rubbery mesh to avoid tangles/ hook!
ML : Everything You Need In A Net
The fishing net is high quality and built to last. Time will tell if that becomes a fact. As other reviews have stated the carrying case is cheap. Zipper came off track after only a few times of use. But I didn’t purchase the net for the carrying case so I am happy with my purchase.
Aubry B Corley : Very nice!
The net is awesome but the bag to store it in is horrible. Not taking away from the net for that though. I really liked the rubber coated netting that adds durability while landing big catfish that like to twist and get their side fins caught in and tear up uncoated nets. The ruler on the handle is convenient. Folds up and slides together nicely. Sturdy af!
DJ : Bad design. Fatal flaw.
Returned immediately. Bad design. There is nothing to keep the net from falling off the handle with a heavy fish other than a friction-twist mechanism. No hard stop at all.
lapiragua : portable
I've been looking for a net to take on my back-country canoe trips and always had to choose between a good net and a portable net. This one is both. When traveling it fits in a portage pack (you can decrease the length a further two inches by unscrewing the handle as opposed to the quick breakdown method), and when fishing the big net with the all-important rubberized web works great. I bought a second one for my canoeing buddy.
Nicole Huxley : Loaded with features and LIGHT WEIGHT!
I was in need of a net BIG time! After losing multiple 30lb carp when trying to land the fish I decided I needed a folding net. This thing is perfect! Rubberized mesh netting AND a small compact design. Perfect for ANY fishing application. I went with the smaller bucket size and it seems plenty big for the fish I target. REALLY love the measuring stick as well.
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