Clothing

Burgundy T-shirt with large orange Fox Chunk logo Discreet badge on hem 100 per cent cotton construction Available in S, M, L, XL, XXL and XXXL £14. 99 WWW. FOXINT. COM .

Okay, put the price tag to one side for a moment and focus your attentions on the word breathable. That’s right, these superb waders are as waterproof as you’d expect, but are genuinely breathable, unlike any other booted waders I have ever used. To get this sort of performance you’d usually have to buy a socked wader from one of the top game fishing companies, which then require a further investment in wading boots, which are really not at all convenient for carp anglers. Even after all of that, I doubt you’d find a set to combine that performance with the hard-wearing, robust build of the 305s.

Despite an extremely mild winter, with some cold winds on the way and even the possibility of the odd snow flutter, it might be a little soon to overlook winter clothing. We’ve checked out some new winter garments from Prologic and they are very impressive. Sold individually, both items boast an awesome PU lamination, which gives 100 per cent waterproof protection while retaining a breathability of 3. 000mvp, so as well as keeping the water out, it does its best to limit the wearer’s sweating.

Among some of the thickest and most padded stuff we’ve had in for ages, this oozes a feel of warmth and insulation. Trakker labels the filling as ‘medium’ weight, and this makes sense because it’s not restrictively heavy but it still feels extremely warm and comfortable. We have not had any real subzero temperatures yet, at least not as I write this shortly before Christmas, so there hasn’t been the chance to really test it to its limits. However, I’d be surprised, and more than a bit disappointed, if it wasn’t seriously warm.

Wicked range of new winter headwear Two bobbles – Fleck Bobble and Norse Bobble Peaked Beanie for the modern ‘carpy’ brigade Chunky Knot Beanie for the all-round look £9. 99 to £13. 99 WWW. TRAKKERPRODUCTS.

With winter now set to take Britain hostage for the next few months, Trakker might have just the answer you’re looking for in its new line of Elements clothing. Firstly the jacket. When we tell you these retail at £99. 99 you might think that’s a little steep, but let me stop you right there.

It feels like it was only the other day when I was waking along the bank with the sun streaming down and even a T-shirt was too much to bear. Now all of a sudden I’m waking up and finding the need to wear something to beat the morning chills. Well, that’s where the ESP Fleece Hoody comes into play. As you would expect from ESP it looks great, understated and in olive green it’s just what I fancy.