HOW TO ELASTICATE YOUR TOP KIT

1 First, cut back the tip section of the pole a few inches at a time with a hacksaw until the PTFE bush fits snugly. Smooth the cut edge with sandpaper. 2 Now fit the PTFE bush. Some people like to use glue to achieve a permanent bond. 3 Slot the pole bung into the top kit and cut back the excess bung sticking out of the section, leaving enough space for the next section to fit. 4 Thread elastic through the top kit and tie off the bung end with figure-of-eight knot. Replace the bung and pull it tightly into place via the elastic. 5 The easiest rig connector is a plastic Stonfo, but some anglers like Dacron connectors or a figure-of-eight crow’s foot knot with trimmed-off ends.