Sneak peak at exciting new products.

Total Carp readers can expect to see a host of new products hitting the shops over coming months, as scores of exciting new innovations have been unveiled to the trade at the Tackle & Guns show.

Most of the UK's major brands have been present, with many exhibitors using the show as an opportunity to showcase products for the first time.

Shimano have given the first peak of their new CI4 Baitrunner and Technium MA4 reels, which look set to be top sellers over coming months. Their sister company, Dynamite also has no shortage of new products, including their new range of Crave carp baits.

Avid have unveiled a host of new gear, including the new ‘Safeguard’ cradle, that takes fish protection to a new level.

Nash have released a new range of carp rods under the Scope label, which fold down to an incredibly compact size for ease of transportation, and Hardy Greys have also brought out an impressive range of new rods in its Aircurve range.

Japanese based bait giant Marukyu have come a long way since first launching at the show  three years ago- and are set to continue to build on its success with more impressive releases for 2013, including a new range of boilies.

Feeder anglers will love Nick Larkin of Nisa feeders latest creations, which include a next generation Black End Pellet Feeder, and a new 'Bobba' floating feeder. Taska’s new rod pods and accessories were also attracting loads of attention from the punters.

Chinese bait firm Old Ghost have attended the show for the first time, bringing along a host of new products for both the coarse and carp markets.  With an array of weird and wonderful looking products on display, they look to be proving popular with the punters.   

Steve Collett of Harris Sports Mail, who was visiting the show commented: "I always look forward to Tackle & Guns, and this year it is as good as ever.  After what has been a tough year for many, it is great to see that the tackle trade is so buoyant. I have also been extremely impressed by the level of innovation on display in terms of products.”

Show organiser, and DHP Managing Director Sean O'Driscoll added: "I am heartened by the number of retailers that have visited, and delighted by the efforts of the exhibitors.  It is great to see so many new products, and the investment that companies have put into their stands.

Walking around, you would not believe that  it has been such a hard year in the trade. I am extremely optimistic for 2013."