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Snowbee Competition Landing Net
Snowbee 3-in-1 Competition Hand Trout Landing Net
A lightweight aluminium frame, rubber mesh and two telescopic handles make this a cracking option for fly anglers who switch between close-in netting and awkward banks.
- 16 × 20 inch (40 × 50 cm) D-section aluminium frame.
- Knotless hexagonal rubber mesh with a flat bottom panel.
- Two telescopic aluminium handles supplied, both with high-density foam grips.
- Short handle extends from 30–46 cm; long handle extends from 64–115 cm.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the 3-in-1 model with a 40 × 50 cm frame and two supplied telescopic aluminium handles.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A well-considered trout-net package whose strongest selling point is adaptable reach. Value depends on whether you’ll actually use that flexibility.
- Product Quality8.8/10
- Performance9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching7.9/10
- Ease of Use8.8/10
- Value for Money8.3/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Trout anglers fishing a mix of landing positions. The two handles let you choose between close control and extra reach without buying a separate complete net.
- Mobile fly anglers who value practical fish handling. The lightweight frame, knotless rubber mesh and flat bottom panel are a sensible combination for netting and releasing trout.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers who only need a short hand net. The longer handle adds little benefit if all your fish come to hand beside you.
- Big-carp anglers or anyone fishing very high banks. Neither the trout-sized frame nor the maximum handle extension replaces equipment designed for those jobs.
The lowdown
Introducing the Snowbee Competition Landing Net
A lightweight aluminium frame, rubber mesh and two telescopic handles make this a cracking option for fly anglers who switch between close-in netting and awkward banks.
- 16 × 20 inch (40 × 50 cm) D-section aluminium frame.
- Knotless hexagonal rubber mesh with a flat bottom panel.
- Two telescopic aluminium handles supplied, both with high-density foam grips.
- Short handle extends from 30–46 cm; long handle extends from 64–115 cm.
Quick verdict
Properly useful versatility
The Snowbee makes sense if your trout fishing involves different banks and landing positions. Two supplied handles give you a useful choice of reach, while the knotless rubber mesh and flat bottom panel put sensible fish handling at the centre of the design.
It’s less compelling if you only ever need a simple short-handled net. And despite that longer handle, it’s still a trout net—not a replacement for a big carp net or a specialist long-reach setup.
A well-considered trout-net package whose strongest selling point is adaptable reach. Value depends on whether you’ll actually use that flexibility.
- Product Quality
- 8.8/10
- Performance
- 9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 7.9/10
- Ease of Use
- 8.8/10
- Value for Money
- 8.3/10
The D-section aluminium frame, knotless rubber mesh and foam grips make a sensible material combination for a trout net.
Two telescopic handles give useful landing options, though maximum reach still limits where it makes sense.
It won’t create takes, but appropriate reach and a ready net can help you finish the fight cleanly.
The handle choice is straightforward, provided you set up before fishing rather than during a lively scrap.
Two included handles strengthen the package if you need both, but add less value for anglers happy with one fixed setup.
Head to head
How it stacks up
Side by side with the closest kit we've reviewed. This updates as we add more reviews.
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Snowbee Competition Landing Net
A landing net isn’t the flashy bit of a fly-fishing setup, but it suddenly becomes the most important thing you own when a trout starts doing laps under the rod tip. That’s where the Snowbee Competition Landing Net has a sensible pitch. Rather than asking one fixed handle to cover every situation, this 3-in-1 model comes with two telescopic aluminium handles. You choose the reach that suits the water in front of you. Simple idea, proper useful—especially if your fishing takes you beyond one familiar, nicely trimmed bank.
First things first: this is a trout landing net, not a carp net wearing a competition badge. The frame measures 16 × 20 inches, or 40 × 50 cm, and uses ultra-lightweight D-section aluminium. That gives you a clearly defined frame size to judge against the fish and venues you normally tackle. Don’t choose a net purely because it sounds sporty, mate. Think about the opening you need, where you’ll stand and whether you can bring a fish comfortably within reach without stretching over the edge.
The shorter handle runs from 30 cm closed to 46 cm extended. That’s the close-control option, particularly when you’re safely positioned near water level and don’t want a long pole getting in the way. There’s a lot to be said for keeping things compact when a fish is already beside you. A shorter handle is easier to position in that confined space, and you’re not managing unnecessary reach while also keeping hold of the rod. Choose it because the landing position suits it, rather than just because it’s the tidier option.
The longer handle extends from 64 cm to 115 cm, which opens up more options from the bank. If there’s a little extra distance between your feet and the water, that reach can be dead handy. It doesn’t make every awkward edge safe or fishable, though. A steep drop or a broad marginal shelf may still call for something longer—or a different landing spot altogether. Also, those figures describe the handle itself, not the complete assembled net. Keep that distinction in mind when comparing it with other nets.
The netting deserves as much attention as the handles. Snowbee uses knotless hexagonal rubber mesh, with a flat bottom panel for the fish to lie in. Those are useful details for trout fishing, where an efficient release matters more than making a meal of the moment. The rubber coating prevents the mesh absorbing water, too. Don’t turn that into an excuse to bung the whole thing away damp, though. Rinse and dry your net properly, and follow the fishery’s biosecurity rules when moving between waters.
Both handles have high-density foam grips, so you’ve got a dedicated gripping surface whichever setup you choose. The bigger practical point is preparation. Sort the handle length before you start casting, check everything is secure and put the net somewhere you can reach without a scramble. If you’re fishing a team of flies, keep an eye on the spare flies during netting and unhooking. Rubber mesh doesn’t mean a hook can never catch. A few seconds of calm organisation beats a proper tangle at the worst possible moment.
There’s a trade-off to all this flexibility. You’ve got a second handle to look after, and you probably won’t need both in your hand on the same stretch of bank. If your fishing always involves the same easy landing position, a straightforward fixed-handle net may do everything you want with less kit to manage. The Snowbee’s appeal grows when your venues vary. Pick the appropriate handle for the session and leave unnecessary bits somewhere sensible, rather than carrying the entire lot simply because it came in the package.
So, who should have this on the shortlist? Fly anglers wanting one adaptable trout-net setup, rather than separate nets for every change of venue. The lightweight frame, choice of handle lengths and thoughtfully shaped mesh give it a clear purpose. None of that will persuade a trout to take your fly, obviously. What it can do is help you organise the final part of the fight more sensibly. Match it to your usual fish and bank conditions, have it ready before the first cast, and the whole idea makes plenty of sense.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Frame size
- 16 × 20 inches (40 × 50 cm)
- Frame construction
- Ultra-lightweight D-section aluminium
- Netting
- Knotless hexagonal rubber mesh with flat bottom panel
- Short telescopic handle
- 12–18 inches (30–46 cm)
- Long telescopic handle
- 25–45 inches (64–115 cm)
- Handle construction and grips
- Aluminium handles with high-density foam grips
Specs checked with Snowbee, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Buy it for the landing options
The biggest draw isn’t the competition name. It’s being able to choose a compact handle for close work or a longer one when the water’s further away.
Pick your handle before fishing, check your landing spot and leave the net ready. That’s much better than sorting telescopic sections with a lively trout attached.
The kit
Closer look: a trout frame with two useful handle options
The 40 × 50 cm frame is built from D-section aluminium, with the emphasis on keeping things light. Underneath sits knotless hexagonal rubber mesh and a flat bottom panel. That panel gives the fish somewhere to lie rather than concentrating everything into a narrow point, but it doesn’t remove the need to support and handle a fish carefully.
The two telescopic handles are the main buying argument. You’re choosing between 30–46 cm and 64–115 cm of handle length, both with foam grips. It’s a practical split between working close to yourself and reaching further out from a suitable bank. Decide which makes sense before the fish is on.
Worth knowing. Don’t use extra handle reach as permission to lean over an unsafe edge. Find a secure landing position first, then bring the fish head-first over the submerged net when it’s ready. Avoid chasing it around with the frame.
Your fishing
Who it suits: anglers whose landing spots keep changing
This is a good fit for the fly angler visiting different trout waters, where one session offers easy access at water level and the next involves a bit more reach. You get a choice without needing two complete nets. The competition label isn’t a requirement to fish matches; the useful part is the adaptable layout.
If you always fish close in from the same comfortable position, the second handle may spend its life in storage. Equally, anglers facing very high platforms, wide shelves or much larger target fish should shop around the actual reach and frame size they need. Versatile doesn’t mean universal.
Quick answers
FAQs in full: handles, fish care and sizing
Are both handles included? Yes—the short and long telescopic aluminium handles are supplied with this model. Their closed and extended lengths are 30–46 cm and 64–115 cm respectively. Those are handle measurements, so don’t mistake them for the total length including the net head.
Is it a sensible catch-and-release choice? The knotless rubber mesh and flat bottom panel are useful features. Wet the net before use, keep the fish supported in the water where practical, and have forceps ready. If a spare fly catches the mesh, free it carefully rather than tugging while the fish is still attached.
Could you use it instead of a carp net? For typical big-carp work, no. This is a trout-focused design with a 40 × 50 cm frame. Give yourself an appropriately sized net for the fish you’re targeting, rather than hoping a bigger fish will somehow squeeze into the kit you happened to bring.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Two supplied handles cover distinctly different landing positions.
- Lightweight aluminium frame keeps the design focused on mobile trout fishing.
- Knotless rubber mesh avoids the abrasive knots of traditional knotted netting.
- Flat bottom panel gives the fish somewhere to lie.
Worth knowing
- A spare handle is another bit of kit to carry or leave behind.
- Maximum handle reach won’t suit every high bank or broad marginal shelf.
- The trout-sized frame isn’t a substitute for a dedicated large-fish net.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Does it come with both handles?
Does it come with both handles?
Yes. You get two telescopic aluminium handles: a short one extending from 30 to 46 cm and a long one extending from 64 to 115 cm. Both have high-density foam grips.
02Is the mesh suitable for catch-and-release trout fishing?
Is the mesh suitable for catch-and-release trout fishing?
The knotless rubber mesh and flat bottom panel are sensible features for that job. Keep the net wet, support the fish in the water where practical and keep handling brief.
03Can it replace a carp landing net?
Can it replace a carp landing net?
Not for typical big-carp fishing. Its 40 × 50 cm frame is aimed at trout fishing; choose a dedicated carp net when you need a larger opening and more room for a big fish.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: properly useful versatility. The strongest reasons to choose it are two supplied handles cover distinctly different landing positions. and lightweight aluminium frame keeps the design focused on mobile trout fishing.; the main trade-off is a spare handle is another bit of kit to carry or leave behind..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Two supplied handles cover distinctly different landing positions.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Trout anglers fishing a mix of landing positions: The two handles let you choose between close control and extra reach without buying a separate complete net.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “A spare handle is another bit of kit to carry or leave behind.”
Tackle Index’s take from the product details and fishing fit we checked. We haven’t found enough independent public feedback to call this an angler consensus yet.
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