BARGAINS GALORE!
Tackle Editor Mark Sawyer reveals some seriously good buys to help you save money on new kit this season...
We pick out the best winter tackle deals ever – grab them now!
Viper Tactical Snood
THIS handy little snood keeps your face warm and helps to conceal you on stealthy stalking sessions.
It’s light, compact and seamless, so it won’t chafe your face. Its 95 per cent cotton/five per cent Elastane blend dries quickly, and it comes in a choice of Camo, Black, Coyote, Olive, Titanium or VCam Black colours.
Mark says: You can’t beat a snood for warmth, and if you put it on before you leave the house it will double up as a face mask if you need to stop to get petrol or a coffee on your way to the venue.
Price: £4.95 RRP: £5.25, www.bushcraftlab.co.uk
Garbolino Method Feeders & Moulds
MAKE the perfect Method ball every time with these feeder and mould sets. They come in elasticated and inline versions and in various sizes from Mini to Large, so there’s one to suit every job.
Mark says: You can’t beat fishing with a Method feeder. This feeder and mould combo set comes at an unbeatable price, and you can have it in elasticated or inline versions. Price: £3.49 RRP: £5.49, www.benwick-sports.co.uk
NGT Throwing Stick
JUST the job for feeding your swim with boilies, these come in 20mm and 25mm options. The non-slip rubber handle makes sure you can hit the distance accurately every time. Mark says: If you’re fishing with boilies at range, a throwing stick is a must. The NGT models look ideal for those French fishing trips and can be used with 20mm and 25mm baits. Price: £5.95 RRP: £12.95, www.fishdeal.co.uk
Avid Zig Box
KEEP your zig rigs safe with this case from Avid. It holds eight spools, each spool taking two rigs. Spool sliders can hold rigs of all lengths. The box comes with 32 spare spools and has a built-in 12ins ruler. Mark says: With eight spools holding two rigs each you can have enough ready-tied zigs for every depth of water you are likely to be faced with. Price: £9.99 RRP: £16.99, www.bristolangling.com
Maver MV-R EVA Deluxe Bait System
THIS handy system consists of two large and two smaller bowls which fit neatly inside this deluxe case. Mark says: Bait systems are real time-savers, as feeds and hookbaits can all be prepared at home and carried to the bank all ready to go. Price: £37.33 RRP: £39.99, www.willyworms.co.uk
Daiwa Wading Waistcoat
FOR anglers who like to be on the move, this will keep all your essential tackle close to hand. It’s got five external zipped pockets, plus four Velcro pockets on top of these. There are also two internal zipped pockets for valuable items of kit.
Mark says: For lure fishing this a ‘must have’ clothing item. Plenty of pockets for bits and bobs, and perfect for the roving angler, it’s available at a steal of a price.
Price: £22.50 RRP: £43.99, www.fishingmegastore.com
Garbolino Bazoocarp Hollow Elastic
THIS laccy is powerful, durable and won’t let you down. You get 3m of it in Blue (2.3mm diameter), Yellow (2.1mm diameter) or Pink (1.8mm diameter). Mark says: This stretchtastic hollow elastic is a proven winner favoured by many top commercial match anglers. Perfect for big carp, it’s both strong and dependable.
Price: £9.99 RRP: £10.99, www.benwick-sports.co.uk
Shakespeare Sigma Speci net
GET big fish safely on the bank with this specimen landing net head. Its soft, strong mesh, durable spreader block and rigid arms protect your quarry. Mark says: If you have a limited tackle budget this net head for all big-fish work is a proper bargain. Price: £8.97 RRP: £16.99 www.gooutdoors.co.uk
Scierra Kaitum XP Waist Bag
PERFECT for roving tactics, this is great for keeping all your small essential items close to hand. It’s zippered, so you don’t lose anything while you’re tramping the banks, and an adjustable belt ensures a secure fit. Size: 32cm x 20cm x 14cm. Mark says: This comfy waist bag is ideal for when you’re travelling light.
Price: £29.99 RRP: £34.99, www.anglingactive.co.uk
Middy Margin Pole Float Set
GET ready for some heady margin fishing action with these margin pole floats in three of Middy’s most popular patterns, including the company’s brilliant dibber model. The tough bodies and stems will handle the biggest lumps at your fishery.
Mark says: Perfect for use in shallow water, these floats are designed to withstand plenty of abuse and can be used with heavy rig lines.
Price: £3.96 RRP: £4.95, www.gooutdoors.co.uk
Savage HD8 Silencer Braid
THIS lure fishing braid in 20lb, 27lb and 38lb breaking strains blends into the background.
Mark says: Will appeal to carp anglers for their spod and marker reels as well as predator anglers. Price: £22.99 RRP: £44.99, www. tackleuk. co.uk
Warmawear Battery Heated Socks
THESE wool-rich socks have a built-in flexible alloy fibre heating element to keep you toasty warm. Powered by batteries in handy storage pouches. Sizes 3.5-11.5.
Mark says: These heated socks are a godsend on cold trips to the bank. Price: £8.99 RRP: £24.99, www.prim rose.co.uk
Diem Lite Tech Mens Boots
THESE waterproof boots have a full rubber foot, and flexible textile upper and fleece liner. Sizes 7-12. Mark says: Lightweight, waterproof boots with grippy soles to prevent slipping on wet wooden platforms.
Price:£24.99, RRP: £49.99 www.sportsdirect. com
Oxbridge Fishing Trolley
GET your gear to your peg without breaking your back with this awesome little steel barrow. Its 10ins inflatable tyres can handle any terrain and the trolley folds up for easy transport. Mark says: This will fit easily into car boots. Price: £29.99 RRP: £34.99, www.wood sideproducts. co.uk