ESSENTIAL GEAR

SFE ALL-PURPOSE KITE These bright, lightweight pieces of sailcloth are specially designed to perform in varying wind conditions. Attach balloons or splitshot weights to improve height and positioning. (Rtbc)

DAIWA TANACOM 1000 00000 0 ELECTRIC REEL Few boats have crew dedicated to keeping the kite at the perfect altitude. The auto-reeling Tanacom has an auto-stop feature that eliminates the possibility of over-retrieval and a broken rod tip. (Rtbc)

CHAOS KC 15-30 2,1-METRE ROD The glass fibre-and-graphite composite construction provides the ideal blend of sensitivity and strength, so you’ll feel every dart and dive your catch makes while avoiding having your rod snapped by a monster – or your pick-up. (Rtbc)