Matt Forrester is owner of JOKER Jigs & Lures & Silver Halo Charters. A dedicated angler & skipper, he started offering charters & guided fishing trips back in 2018 but his love for jigging began in 2013. Over recent years Matt’s become renowned as a Slow Pitch Jigging expert & has featured in several publications. His excellent fishing charters often specialize in SPJ & it’s where JOKER was born! ...
Matt says “All JOKER fishing tackle & gear is fully tested & proven. On Silver Halo I fish at sea for over 1,000 hours a year & I only want the very best of tackle. I only sell what I’m happy to provide to my clients & use myself, it’s critical to me that it all works well right out the packet & with options available for varying waters & conditions. If anything dosen’t work well, I just won’t use it!”
The JOKER range of fishing tackle, slow pitch jigs, jigging rods & lures has come together with this ethos in mind, everything is highly practical, deadly effective & fast becoming a popular & firm favourite amongst recreational and commercial anglers alike.[

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Read MoreWhat Our Customers Say:
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Excellent service from Matt! I wanted a slightly lighter spj rod and so went with the p1 pairing it with... read more the 100g and 130g slammers and was not disappointed! Great feel to the rod providing a nice action to the jig.
The setup with the eyes helps massively too as once you've had a rod that the eyes run straight and tangle for a past time this makes life much easier especially if you have a short window to stay vertical!!
This was a last minute purchase as was holding off as I didn't think I could improve my spj setup and my only regret was not pulling the trigger sooner! Great rod 😁
Palmarius P+ Slow Pitch Jigging RodsAshley
May 27, 2024
I use the orange slammer on the marks off Plymouth and I’ve found them to be extremely effective. They are... read more deadly on the drop and are my go to weapon of choice these days . Highly recommended for all levels of angler .
Slammer Slow Pitch JigNathan
May 28, 2024
Bought a few different slammers after much advice from Matt. Always there to help and replies to any questions. The... read more Slammers are very well made, superb quality.
Thanks Matt.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigAndy
May 27, 2024
Great jigs oozes quality
And those jigging rods are something else
Gediko Slow JigThomas
May 31, 2024 -
1st used the slammer jigs a few weeks ago and proved very productive on the bass! I then put them... read more to the test around the iow and yet again delivered so is now a instant go to for me very pleased 😁
Slammer Slow Pitch JigAshley
May 27, 2024
Excellent jigs get to the bottom fast and great action would recommend to anyone. Really good fun to use, had... read more loads of fish on them.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigDean
May 31, 2024
As one of many newbies getting into SPJ and having taken advice from Matt, I can say without fear of... read more contradiction that the Slammer jigs are simply brilliant! After fishing them with someone who is proficient at SPJ @ Chino Fabro, I saw first hand how effective they can be, even in difficult conditions! I even managed a PB Pollack of around 13lb, despite a serious lack of technique. Thanks Matt, see you again on Silver Halo Charters in a few weeks.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigPeter
May 11, 2024
Was lucky enough to have the opportunity to give the Apex Minnows a go before they come up 4 sale... read more and wow , wat a little bundle ov joy they r , when the Fish are finicky the really come it to they own, with the great detail and awesome action, predatory fish just can't help smashing them , going to catch a lot of fish this year that's for sure , a must have in your arsenal 👍👌
Apex Minnow LuresLee
May 13, 2024 -
Bought a pack of Apex minnows from Matt and on a very poor days wrecking in my area …second to... read more last drop nailed the largest pollock of the day..what a lure, fantastic results.
To top it off great value with 4 lures per pack to !
Apex Minnow LuresColin
April 30, 2024
I've had a pb bass 9.7lb on the JOKER Apex Minnows, they're really very good!
Apex Minnow LuresIan
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First time using the mayhem jig and my friend was using traditional lures first drop for me on a inshore... read more reef 6lb bass I had 4 bass in the 4 to 6 range my friend had nothing next drift I had 2 more bass similar size and a bonus pollock my mate nothing the next drift I give him a mayhem jig bang stright on he had 2 and I had 3 bass it was like it till the tide dropped off all I can say is they out fish all the traditional lures best about iv proven this on many times in the past well done Matt for putting these on the market ups the fishing 100%
Mayhem Slow Pitch JigBrian
May 31, 2024
I bought the power 2 rod as a second slow pitch rod with the intent of it handling heavier jigs... read more than my current SHIMANO grappler. Took it for its first outing and I am more than happy, amazing feel, light, responsive and with plenty of backbone to stop the crash dives from the pollack. Comfortably handled jigs up to 200g (sure it could go heavier but no need for that around here) and did exactly what I hoped, very happy.
Palmarius P+ Slow Pitch Jigging RodsDaniel
March 4, 2024
Brilliant jigs, used them mid channel in 300ft of water for pollack. Because of the slim profile they rocket down... read more to the wreck. I out-fished the others on the boat that day! Until I lost them tobthe wreck.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigJames
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Used the Slammer in 130g and 170g in pink sliver glow for the first time and was really happy with... read more the results, nailed numerous decent fish including an elusive cod 👌🏻
Slammer Slow Pitch JigBenjamin
May 20, 2024
Short and sweet these SPJ WORK! What I mean is they do the work for you! I fish them all... read more day long and still won't just one more drop 😉
Slammer Slow Pitch JigBradley
April 30, 2024
Absolutely love the size and shape , hooks seem to be super strong for there size . Not... read more a bad price either ! Picked out a few for overseas later in the year
Apex Minnow LuresChris
May 27, 2024
Really like these jigs I was super surprised how that slim of a jig could flutter that much
Had... read more lots of fish on these jigs in the harder of times
Overall amazing jig
Slammer Slow Pitch JigHarvey
April 30, 2024 -
Having been commercial bass fishermen for over 20 years we thought that we had got all the bases covered, livebaiting... read more , shadding, all forms of eels,jellies etc, that was until we tried these little mayhem jigs, we were having a tough day on the inshore reefs, the fish were there but not taking any of our traditional lures, we suspected that they had gorged themselves on sprats and were not really feeding. We decided to dig out the spinning rods and tie on a couple of mayhems and see if we could tempt the fish to feed, we both dropped down and after the jigs got down to a depth of 65 feet in 70 feet of water they both stopped, both lures had been taken on the drop, to cut a long story short we caught over 40 bass in just over an hour, nothing big but it turned a poor commercial day into a successful one, we duly placed an order for more and a few days later we received them, these lures are now our “go to” lure when the fishing is difficult.
Mayhem Slow Pitch JigIan
May 29, 2024
After seeing the results from silver halo charters these were the first jigs I purchased. First time I used them... read more I had a great day on the pollack with a few bass chucked in aswell. Nice that they get down fast in a bit of tide!
Slammer Slow Pitch JigShaun
April 30, 2024
Iam new to slow jigging and nothing was too much trouble for Matt to give me information about slow jigging... read more hence to say iam now hooked on slow jigging iam still learning but catching fish and getting the knack and getting better with each trip I go on nice one matt and the videos are very informative also yours thankfully Richard dutka
Slammer Slow Pitch Jigrichieroo2505
April 30, 2024 -
New to SPJ …after a couple of trips out with Silver Halo charters and some expert guidance from Matt ,I... read more used his own SPJ set ups on his boat.
The preferred choice was the 130-acid orange Slammer ..3 takes and 3 fish!Second jig was a 170 black Mack slammer ..wow 2bass and another 2 pollock !The catch results say it all if fished correctly …I’m still learning a lot about SPJ but am thoroughly hooked!😂
Slammer Slow Pitch JigColin
April 30, 2024
Used on a trip with Matt. My 1st time slow pitch jigging. A new and enjoyable way to fish. The... read more rods seem remarkably powerful and reactive for something so light. Well worth a trip out with Matt to get you hooked / started. now I’m really looking forward to getting out on my boat, to use my new toy
Palmarius P+ Slow Pitch Jigging RodsDarren
May 1, 2024
The Joker imp is a great jig and is effective with bass and pollock. It is well designed for slow... read more pitch jigging. It is flexible for the different style/techniques of the spj. I find the jig having a high bite rate during long falls.
Imp Slow Pitch JigChino
April 30, 2024
Purchased from Silver Halo Charters. Good quality rod with plenty of power. Had few good pollack with that. Great rod.
Palmarius P+ Slow Pitch Jigging RodsJurijus
May 13, 2024 -
Purchased all the apex minnow lure a few weeks ago and must say out of the 17 pollock I had... read more 11 was caught on the apex minnows where even top brand lure failed to catch right next to sometimes the fish like a small lure and that day they certainly did well done once again matt Richard dutka
Apex Minnow Luresrichieroo2505
April 30, 2024
Had a couple of the Slammers for a few weeks now and had great results on them for Bass and... read more Pollock. Brilliant action on them, going to be buying a few more especially the new colours to try.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigAlex
May 27, 2024
From the very first time using the slammer jig it was an eye opener they are outstanding it outfished everything... read more else and in strong tides not just on its day but consistently 100% game changer my go to jig but all the joker range is on par and the only jigs I use now still have tried different on same wrecks then back to joker on next drift same outcome joker jig wins 100% of the time
Slammer Slow Pitch JigBrian
May 28, 2024
Cotton Candy is awesome, just screams “fish on”! Will be trying others
Slammer Slow Pitch JigAndy
May 27, 2024 -
I have been hugely impressed with the Palmarius SPJ rods. I have used a number of slow pitch rods... read more including Evergreens and I think the Palmarius rods are better suited to how we fish in the U.K. (free drifting boats, strong tides etc) . They have just the right action to make pitching your jig seem really easy and have plenty of grunt down low to cope with hard charging double figure Pollock. Build quality is excellent and the guide train is really well thought out. Highly recommended
Palmarius P+ Slow Pitch Jigging RodsDave
May 3, 2024
I was kildy sent the Apex Minnows from Matthew, They certainly Catch Bass and Swim Beautifuly... Top lures my Friend... 💦🐳🐟🐟
Apex Minnow LuresMark
April 30, 2024
After years of hearing how effective SPJ was and watching many a you tube video but not actually steering away... read more from the norm. I contacted Matt and asked if I could jump on board Silver Halo for a trip and some tuition. I took the opportunity to use the onboard kit and Wow I was not disappointed. Matt put us on the fish and with a couple of drifts under his watchful eye and a few pointers taken on board, I was soon amongst some quality hard fighting double figure Pollock. The Joker Slammer was the jig of choice in varying colours throughout the day. A cracking day on board Silver Halo. I have since purchased a quantity of gear from Matt, to get my SPJ fishing off the mark. Thanks again Matt for converting me from the norm.
Slammer Slow Pitch JigAaron
May 31, 2024
I went out in my boat late November last year for a days lure fishing, which started with couple of... read more small pollock and “eff-ing” pouting to standard long traces with Skerries eels but as the tide slackened I reached for the slow jigs. This was the first time I’d been out in decent conditions since I’d bought some of the Joker Slammer jigs and was looking forward to trying them,,, oh my word do they work well! Cornish cod are not as rare as you would think,,, if you get lucky. Three drifts across the reef yielded cod of 11lb 4oz and 10lb 12oz and finally one of about 5lb which I put back. I moved to get away from the cod (not something that happens very often) as I had plenty of fish for the table and second drift on a wreck gave me a good pollock on the drop! All caught on 200g Cotton Candy Slammers in 180 feet of water on a biggish tide, it was the perfect jig for this style of fishing yesterday. I loved how quickly it got down to the deck on a fairly fast drift and the “feel” of it working was superb. Wish I could add pictures to the review, stunning fish! Just got some of the new Black Mack variants, can’t wait to get out to try them too.🛥️🎣🐟 🦄😃
Slammer Slow Pitch JigKeith
May 1, 2024 -
Purchased a pair of these rods , first session was smoothhound fishing, again incredible action and quality, would highly... read more recommend them to anyone
Palmarius Pro Carbon Plus Boat RodsPaul
May 13, 2024
ive used the fluro pollack colour to great success anyone who does not carry a pack of these lures in... read more the fishing box is a madman
Apex Minnow Luressteve
May 31, 2024
Really pleased with these for cutting though the tide when everything is against you it's now my go to .
Slammer Slow Pitch JigChris
May 27, 2024
I was using the the blue and pink, it was amazing for big wrasse, pollack and bass. Would highly recommend... read more for bass reef and wrecking.
Imp Slow Pitch JigLawrence
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