Matrix has announced its new product launch for May 2024. Unfortunately, there was no update on when the new items will arrive in stores, but a comment on the Matrix Facebook page suggests they will be available in June.
The new products include an improved version of the Matrix Slik catapults, new hard cases for your poles and top kits, two designs of polarised sunglasses, a new Aquos reel, and a pellet wetter.
You can find details of all the new items in the Matrix May product launch below.
Matrix Casual and Wraps Polarised Sunglasses
The new Matrix Wraps Polarised Sunglasses feature a semi-transparent matt black frame and UV400 protection Cat 3 lenses. The casual and wrap designs are supplied in EVA protection cases and include a micro-fibre cleaning cloth. Both designs cost £22.99.
Stylish design available in wrap or casual frames
Finished in asemi-transparent Matt Black with subtle gloss Matrix branding
Brown Lenses for good contrast in variable light conditions
UV400 Protection
CE/UKCA verified CAT 3 Lenses
TAC Polarised Impact Resistant Lenses
EVA Protective Hardcase with Zip Closure
Micro Fibre Cleaning Cloth
Plastic Free packaging
Matrix Slik Catapults V2
The popular Matrix Slik catapults just got better. The new Matrix Slik Catalpuls V2 design makes changing your elastic easier than before. The range is available in two sizes: medium and large. Each size is also available in two elastic strengths. The new Matrix Slik Catapults retails at £12.99. Newly designed spare pouches are available fo £2.99, and replacement elastic is available for £6.99.
New improved pouch connection
New connection makes changing the elastics much simpler
Developed using SLIK elastic for enhanced durability
Offers incredible accuracy and grouping of bait
Two sizes of Catapults in the range
Medium – Designed for fishing the pole or shorter-range fishing
Available in two elastic strengths
Soft and flexible pouch prefect for feeding smaller amounts of bait
Ideal for using with Pellets, Casters or Maggots
Large – Designed for feeding longer distances when using bomb or pellet waggler
Available in two elastic strengths
Large soft and flexible pouch prefect for feeding larger amounts
Ideal for using with Pellets or larger baits
Features include:
Anti-twist design to prevent elastic twisting
Ergonomic over moulded rubber handle grip
Matrix Pellet Soaker
A new addition to the Matrix range is the Matrix Pellet Soaker. The soaker is constructed using a fine rubberised mesh and a hardwearing zip to assist when preparing soft feed pellets and is designed to work with any 3.3-pint bait tub. The Matrix Pellet Soaker costs £9.99.
Great for preparing perfect soften feed pellets
Designed to fit into 3.3pt bait tub
Fine rubberised mesh allows water drain freely even with micro pellets
Rubberised coating is easily cleaned
Webbing handle on the lid makes it easy to lift out of the bait tub
Hardwearing oversized zip
Matrix Aquos Ultra Reels
The new range of Matrix Aquos Ultra reels is available in three different sizes to suit various fishing scenarios. The 3000, 4000 and 5000 reels are ideal for both float and feeder fishing, and feature a lightweight graphic body, a smooth multi-drag system, and a quick pick-up rotor and bail arm. The 3000 reel retails for £49.99, the 4000 for £54.99, and the 5000 real for £59.99. Spare spools are also available for each side and are priced at £15.99.
Aquos Ultra Reel 3000
Ideal for float and light feeder fishing
Super lightweight compact graphite body
Ultra-smooth multi-disc drag system
Quick pick-up rotor and bail arm
Detailed machined aluminium spool
Gear ratio 5.2:1
6+1 stainless ball bearings
Line capacity 0.22mm/150m
Retrieve – 82cm
Weight 282g
Spare Spools Available
Aquos Ultra Reel 4000
Ideal for float and feeder fishing
Super lightweight compact graphite body
Ultra-smooth multi-disc drag system
Quick pick-up rotor and bail arm
Detailed machined aluminium spool
Gear ratio 5.2:1
6+1 stainless ball bearings
Line capacity 0.24mm/150m
Retrieve – 91cm
Weight 294g
Spare spools available
Aquos Ultra Reel 5000
Ideal for feeder fishing
Extremely durable graphite body
Ultra-smooth multi-disc drag system
Quick pick-up rotor and bail arm
Detailed machined aluminium spool
Gear ratio 4.8:1
6+1 stainless ball bearings
Line capacity 0.26mm/150m
Retrieve – 88cm
Weight 416g
Spare spools available
Matrix Duralite Pro Top Kit Case
The newly designed Matrix Duralite Pro Top Kit Case is capable of storing 30 top kits, including long one-piece kits. The case features soft neoprene handles, and foam inserts which you can position to stop top kits and sections from sliding within the case. The Matrix Duralite Pro Top Kit Case retails for £139.99.
Designed so you can store your top kits without needing tubes.
Constructed from durable material to offer maximum to protection.
Capable of storing 30 top kits.
Removeable foam inserts for top kits.
Foam inserts help protect your top kits and stop them from moving around.
Padded divider stops any carbon hitting together during transit.
195cm in length to accommodate one-piece kits.
Padded inner lining for added protection.
Inner webbing fixing straps.
Soft neoprene handles
Easy access with full length zip.
Dimensions – L195 x H13 x W14.5cm.
Weight – 3.8kg
Matrix Duralite Pro XL Case
The Matrix Duralite Pro XL Case all of your top kits, pole sections, and spare sections without needing tubes. It features the same improvements over previous Matrix hard cases, with new removable rubber inserts to stop poles and top kits sliding around, a full-length padded divider, and soft neoprene handles. It also included a detachable shoulder strap. The Matrix Duralite Pro XL Case retails for £179.99.
Designed so you can store your pole, spare sections and top kits without needing tubes.
Constructed from durable material to offer maximum to protection for your pole.
Capable of storing 30 top kits plus 4 butt sections. (17.5m of pole)
Removeable foam inserts for top kits and pole sections.
Foam inserts help protect your sections and stop kits from moving around.
Padded divider stops any carbon hitting together during transit.
195cm in length to accommodate one-piece kits and longer pole sections.
Padded inner lining for added protection.
Inner webbing fixing straps.
Soft neoprene handles
Detachable shoulder strap.
Easy access with full length zip.
Dimensions – L195 x H13 x W28cm.
Weight – 4.8kg
If you would like a detailed overview of each product from the Martix May product launch, you can watch the vide below:
Will you be adding any of the new Matrix products to your tackle collection? Let us know if the comments section below.