Accessories

LEE JACKSON SAYS: When I first saw this product at the Korda trade show I must admit to thinking that it was the simplest, most innovative and best new product on show. Apart from when I’ve used an adjustable zig, it’s always been a bit of a bugbear of mine avoiding getting the hook/hook bait snagged up in the undergrowth, on the ground or ending up casting out with a leaf or twig impaled on my hook. The clue’s in the name I suppose – a hook hooks into things! Prior to the Zig Magnet coming out I’d always placed my hook bait in a cup or suchlike prior to casting, which is sometimes a bit hit and miss. There’s no need now, though, because this clever yet simple invention can be screwed onto a bankstick, adjusted to the required height and has a swivelling magnetic disc on the top for holding the hook off the ground prior to casting.

A dedicated casting booster liquid Simply add a few drops to monofilament main line and reap the extra distance Can be applied to both new and existing main lines Helps eliminate wind knots and line clatter £7. 50 WWW. KRYSTON. COM Like what you see? Or buy a single issue .

Armour-coated super braid hooklength material Designed for fishing harsh environments All-purpose fast-sinking material Available in 45lb Gravel Brown and Silt colorations Supplied on a 15m spool £13. 99 WWW. KRYSTON. COM .

Leech is a new name on the UK polarising-sunglasses market and has already taken the game fishing world by storm. A combination of good-quality lenses, lightweight frames and very reasonable prices look set to make them popular with carp anglers, too. There are several styles available and these Rainbow versions are supplied with three sets of interchangeable lenses to suit different light conditions. They clip in and out easily and, when not in use, store in slots within the supplied case.

Fox HALO LT-136£27. 50This style is a little dated compared with some these days, but it remains an exceptional light when that’s all you want it to be. The output is impressive and, although some prefer a rechargeable light compared to one that works from batteries, if ever you are caught short and it runs out, at least you can usually get your hands on some batteries. There isn’t very likely to be a plug socket in your swim!The upright style lends itself to being sat on a bivvy table or suchlike, while there is an easy to use carbiner-style hanging loop.

A collection of fabulous stainless in a slim diameter, which looks the part as well as performs perfectly. There are fixed and adjustable versions available in several rod-number configurations, all of which are made to the highest specifications. Banksticks and accessories also available. Matrix Innovations Super Slinky Buzz BarsRRP: - VariousFor more informationgo to: www.

Max Hendry’s verdict. . . "The best baiting tool out there.