Preston Innovations Pro Flat Rollers
This winter’s relentless high winds have been responsible for an abnormally high number of broken pole sections, many of which came as result of collapsing pole rollers.
If you’re unsure about the sturdiness of your roller, take a look at these three latest patterns from Preston Innovations. In single and double-shipping designs, The Pro Flat Rollers feature super stable telescopic legs, indented fixed uprights, double spirit levels, and a robust carabiner hook to add stabilising weights. The rollers also have a special lay-flat design that enables them to be placed ‘rock steady’ on the ground with their legs folded away – ideal when shipping up high banks.
Price: From £64.99
Avid Day Session Kit
Avid’s super-smart Day Session Kit has everything the short-stay carp angler requires in the luggage department.
The light, compact combination includes a carp ruckbag, a two-rod sling for blanks with up to 50mm butt guides, and a lightweight day chair weighing just 3kg that attaches via clips to the bag.
The ruckbag itself features two large outer pockets that are size-compatible with all the latest Avid Tuned boxes, pouches and bags.
Price: £89.99
Matrix Quad Pole Rollers
With their four legs splayed out, these Matrix Quad Rollers are all but impossible to topple. Add to that roller ends which can be turned inwards, to stop the pole being blown off the ends, and you have two of the best hassle-free pole rollers on the market.
Side Trays UK Bait Waiter
Endorsed and used by World Feeder champ Steve Ringer, Side Trays UK are the hottest bait waiters on the market. Sturdy, brilliantly constructed and super-reliable, they are made in England from high quality 2mm aluminium.
A computer-controlled laser cutting process can customise each tray to suit individual requirements, and there’s a wide choice of colours. They come in Large (510mm x 630mm), Medium (400mm x 510mm) and Small (400mm x 275mm) versions.
Visit: www.sidetraysuk.co.uk
Price: From £50
Matrix Match Master Rod Sleeves & Marker Sticks
As part of its superb new Match Master luggage range, fresh-thinking Matrix has launched new two ready rod bags in 1.6m and 1.95m lengths.
Both cases feature the latest Smart Marker System (SMS), which is basically a very handy distance casting strap, incorporated into the holdall, along with two marker sticks. These are inserted into holes in the strap, spacing them exactly three metres apart – a boon for those who need to accurately measure casting distance.
Price: £64.99 1.65m, £69.99 1.95m.
Preston Innovations Super Pro V Roller
Based on a lightweight but sturdy camera tripod design, this third-generation Preston roller boasts a quick locking arm mechanism, double extending internal legs and centre section height adjustment with bucket clip.
Most importantly, the middle roller is in two parts to make unshipping and breaking down twice as easy.
RRP £69.99
Korum Two Rod Pod
Compact, portable and ultra-stable, this matte-finish rod pod comes with two Korum Buzz Bars of different lengths to provide a nice ‘fanning’ of the rod-tips.
Korum black banksticks are used as uprights so, if need be, you can use other, longer versions for fishing at range or on rivers. The pods are available in two and three-rod versions, supplied in canvas storage bags containing two buzz bars and four banksticks.
RRP £54.99
Chub Precision Pod Base
The Precision Pod Base allows you to convert your existing Precision stainless bank sticks and buzz bars in to a stable pod system that is ideal for fishing from platforms or on hard ground.
The centre bar is fully adjustable to it can be used with all rod lengths and the pivot hinge screws tighten up to complete rigidity.
It folds down to just 50cm so can easily be transported in a rod quiver or holdall and is compatible with all 16mm diameter stainless banksticks.
RRP: £99.99
Korum Single Strap Korum Rucksack
This new Single Strap Korum Rucksack has been specifically designed to provide a very lightweight and easy-to-carry tackle and bait storage bag for the angler who likes to keep on the move. Comparable with all Korum ITM tackle boxes, it features an outer pocket with a bankstick ‘quiver’ design that’s perfect for carrying made-up alarms, and opens flat for quick and easy access.
Price £53.99
Rapala Sling Bag
For any on-the-move tactic such as drop shotting or light lure fishing, what you must have for all your bits and bobs, lures and lines is something to carry them in.
Enter this limited edition shoulder bag from Rapala. Easy to swing round to your chest for quick access, the bag has two multi-compartment storage boxes, a zipped compartment to take a phone and car keys, and even a spiral retractor D-ring for attaching forceps or pliers.
Price: £54.99
SKS Bedchair
Here’s a real gem – a fully flat bedchair for under £90.
Weighing in at a very respectable 7.5kg, this bed does away with a handwheel locking mechanism but has a neat little system for locking the backrest in three different positions.
The bed is covered in a fleece-covered foam mattress and, on first impressions, will offer a great night’s sleep.
RRP £89.99
Avid Carp Cradle
This new carp cradle, in two sizes, has a fully padded interior for maximum fish protection. It features high-sided walls with a rubberised internal finish and padding throughout.
The roll-out kneeling mat makes unhooking and posing with your catch much easier, while the cover flap doubles up to temporarily secure your fish while you prepare to weigh them.
Price: £64.99
Trakker Sanctuary XL Retention Sling
Measuring 132cm x 70cm the XL Sanctuary Retention Sling will easily accommodate monster carp.
This robust but lightweight sling is a carp retainer and weigh sling in one and is perfect for securing your prize while sorting out your camera and weighing equipment and features a full mesh construction for optimum water flow.
The four net floats ensure that the sling sits on the lake’s surface at all times while the double zip system means that any carp housed within cannot escape.
The retention cord is fitted with a brass thread so it can be securely fixed to a bank stick.
It is supplied in a waterproof Aquatexx carry sleeve.
RRP £54.99
Handimoova Trolley
Developed in the UK, this super- compact trolley can shift loads of up to 60kg over most types of terrain. It’s better suited to the commercial match angler dragging kit over muddy paths, shingle, and tarmac than it would be going through long grass and ploughed fields (due to its low ground clearance).
Hemispherical wheels have puncture-proof tyres mounted on separate floating marine grade steel axles, to provide smooth passage over uneven surfaces.
The robust aluminium frame is height-adjustable via a simple push-button operation, and the fact that it folds down virtually flat in one piece means it will take up little room in the back of the car.
Bungee straps are included.
Stillwater Sleeping Bag
This heavyweight Stillwater quilted sleeping bag with a peachskin outer and fleece-lined provides plenty of comfort and warmth on the coldest of nights.
It has three layers (one of which can be removed for summer use) to help trap in the heat. Features include crash zips, wipe-clean foot area, and elasticated hoods either end for fitting to a bedchair.
MAP Flat V Roller
There have been plenty of pole rollers down the years that haven’t quite been up to the job, either toppling over at the worst possible moment or packing up after a few months of use but MAP have looked at common faults in rollers and ironed them out to produce this innovative flat roller. The design means that breakages are no longer an issue thanks to the ultra large leg footprint, which keeps the roller extremely stable with protective end caps on the side rollers. The unique design keeps the pole central when shipping in and out and the three way extending legs gives the roller extra height when required. Easy to assemble thanks to the quick-lock leg design, the packed down roller is stored in a deluxe carry bag.
Price: RRP: £65
Drennan 4-6 Tube Full-Zip Holdall
This compact rod and pole holdall features a full-length zipped main compartment and offers a handy facility by which two single rod sleeves can be securely attached, making it ideal for the commercial match angler.
A three-quarter length side pocket is long enough to house umbrellas, feeder arms and banksticks.
Price: £59.95
Matrix 3D Panoramic Pole Support
Exclusively revealed in Angling Times a couple of weeks ago, this innovative Bump Bar is designed for use when margin fishing, and can be placed on either side of your seatbox to provide panoramic support for your pole. It has a soft non-scratch ribbed rubber construction and folds down tidily, quickly, and easily.
Price RRP £69.99
Matrix 3D 6 Box Side Tray with Cover
This clever new six-box side tray is constructed from hard wearing aluminium. It comes complete with a universal 3D fitting, and has two removable legs for additional support. It also features a bait protecting pop-up cover, which folds down flat for easy storage in your net bag.
Price: RRP £89.99
Separate cover RRP £16.99
Daiwa Lure Bags
With drop-shotting and lure fishing riding a wave, you need something smart and functional to keep your kit in. This compact Daiwa system bag will store reels, spare spools and tools, and includes vertical drying tubes and plastic lure cases. Two sizes are available, the smaller of which is shown.
Price: £59.99 and £69.99