SIX OF THE BEST...
CHUB RS-PLUS
RRP: £119.99
THE RS-Plus offers great coverage and stability, and also packs down into a slim package. Tension bars keep everything rigid, and there’s ample room for two day anglers or a bedchair and night fishing kit. At this price, it makes the ideal second shelter for those not wanting to spend more than they have to.
www.chubfishing.co.uk
NASH SCOPE BLACK OPS RECON
RRP: £197.99
THIS shelter packs down into a ridiculously small package, offers extreme ease of use and yet, still boasts pretty decent internal space. Protection is far better than you might imagine from such a compact shelter. If you’re a truly mobile angler, this could be the one for you.
www.nashtackle.com
FOX SUPA BROLLY MK 2
RRP: £249.99 (60ins version)
The MK2 has benefited from several upgrades and is available as just the brolly or as a system with infill panel. There’s also a separate wrap available and it now comes in green and Fox’s Camo Lite pattern. The excellent Ven-Tec material is among the best out there.
www.foxint.com
WYCHWOOD HD MHR
RRP: £184.99
I’VE tested one of these over a period of three seasons before and it was terrific. Lots of headroom (MHR stands for Max Head Room), great internal dimensions and some very handy internal pockets make it a great all-round brolly that also packs away very easily and quickly.
www.wychwoodcarp.co.uk
TRAKKER TEMPEST BROLLY
RRP: £250
THIS is the entry-level model in the Tempest family. It’s a doddle to erect and dismantle, although the nylon material can take some time to dry after use. That said, it really is an impressive shelter and can be upgraded with a wrap, skull cap and insect panel.
www.trakkerproducts.co.uk
AVID TARDIS RT
RRP: £239.99
THIS Road Trip (RT) edition of the popular Tardis aims to fill the gap between a bivvy and a brolly. It takes the longest to erect, but offers by far the most comfort and protection. A separate wrap is available, meaning this could be the ideal one-shelter choice for year-round use.
www.avidcarp.com