Preston Stotz

Preston Innovations Stotz are soft reusable shot weights designed for precise shotting on pole rigs and waggler and Stick float setups. Their distinctive square profile grips the line securely while still allowing easy movement without excessive line damage, making them a favourite with match and coarse anglers fishing both commercial and natural venues. Particularly useful on commercial fishing where rig lines tend to be thicker and normal shot ping off the line, Stotz will not do this.

Best Used For

• Pole rigs
• F1 fishing
• Commercial carp fishing
• Silverfish rigs
• Shirt button shotting
• Feeder droppers

Benwick Sports Opinion

Stotz offer a great alternative to standard split shot. and they are a firm favourite of many anglers. The design makes them easier to apply and easier to move without line damage. Perfect for when adjusting rigs during a session saving time. They are also supplied in a handy dispenser to reduce spills and wastage.

Key Features

• Soft reusable weights
• Square profile for improved grip
• Easy to move and adjust
• Design reduces line damage
• Ideal for pole, waggler and slider rigs
• Suitable for commercial and natural venues
• Available in all usual shot sizes (lead)

Manufactured from a soft material, Preston Stotz are designed to sit securely on the line while still allowing controlled adjustment when setting rigs up. The square profile helps improve grip and reduces unwanted movement during casting or shipping the pole.

Their soft construction also helps minimise line damage compared to harder traditional shot, making them especially popular with match anglers fishing fine lines and delicate presentations.

Available in a wide range of sizes, Stotz can be used for everything from tiny droppers on silverfish rigs through to larger bulk shotting patterns for carp and silverfish fishing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are Preston Stotz used for?

Preston Stotz are a replacement for traditional round split shots.

Do Preston Stotz damage the line?

Due to their shape Stotz damage the line less than some traditional shot.

What fishing styles are Preston Stotz best suited to?

Stotz can be used on pole rigs and as dropper shot on waggler and stick float rigs.

Are Preston Stotz easy to use?

Due to the shape they are easier to apply as they are easily gripped especially with pliers.

Are Stotz more expensive than round shot?

Stotz are a similar price to standard split shot.

What size Stotz do i need?

Stotz are graded in the same sizes as shot so a no8. is the same as a No.8 shot. Use No. 8 & 9 on commercial rigs and smaller 10-13's on silverfish rigs.