Amber-lens polarising sunglassesSupplied with neoprene lanyard and cleaning clothSupplied in a tough zipped caseClose-fitting wraparound frame to prevent peripheral glare£39. 99WWW. ESP-CARPGEAR. COM.
Dan Murrell’s verdict - a true joy to use, even at distance.
Having used braided main line for nearly three seasons, I was keen to get a monofilament line that I could cast well.
More than that, I wanted something durable and abrasion resistant due to the snag-infested waters I am currently targeting.
Well I actually spooled up on the bank due to my lack of organisation and I dreaded the line lay, imagining curly springs shooting from the spool.
We LOVE these!
Having heard lots of good things about it, on arrival of the new ESP Tungsten Loaded, we immediately downed tools and began to play.
Firstly we liked the packaging, and no it’s not because Terry Hearn is on it either, the square tackle-box-friendly spool is a convenient size, housing 10 metres of coated material, ideal for when you are trying to streamline your tackle box.
Now, this isn’t your usual coated braid. The tungsten coating is extremely durable and, as you would expect, heavy.
Especially effective in spring
Barbed and barbless, sizes 8 and 10
Superbly tied and excellent likeness
Imitation water boatmen zig hook baits
£7. 25
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Modern, clear monofilament hook link
Specifically designed for zigs and floater rigs
Three breaking strains: 8lb, 10lb and 12lb
100m spools
£4. 95
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Half-rim polarising glasses with a carpy camouflage pattern and tiny chrome detailing. The lenses are dark amber, so are effective over a wider range of light conditions
Eye LevelChameleon Polarising GlassesRRP: £15. 99www. eyelevel-uk.
Can’t wait to test!
I’d not seen one of these before two castable units landed in the TC office and, at first, I have to admit to having been a bit sceptical. However, I then ventured on to the Fish Hunter website and marvelled at the videos for both the Pro and 3D units. Wow – if you’re into this sort of thing then these look absolutely brilliant.
I wouldn’t use them for finding carp, but as a tool to map the contours of the lake bed they might just be a huge edge.
Can’t wait to test!
I’d not seen one of these before two castable units landed in the TC office and, at first, I have to admit to having been a bit sceptical. However, I then ventured on to the Fish Hunter website and marvelled at the videos for both the Pro and 3D units. Wow – if you’re into this sort of thing then these look absolutely brilliant.
I wouldn’t use them for finding carp, but as a tool to map the contours of the lake bed they might just be a huge edge.
Let me begin by saying that I have only been using this on and off for two months and by no means am I claiming to be an expert in the technology this device utilises.
However, that said, it is insanely cool and equally, if not more, practical than it may first appear. So what is it? It’s a small, compact and completely portable fish-finding device that also relays depths, substrate and temperature straight back to your hand-held device, which in my case was my Android smartphone. Firstly I was surprised at how easy it was to set up.
Awesome!There are a few underwater cameras available these days but none that can do what the FishSpy does, and that is to beam live pictures back to your phone or device in real time.
What’s even more impressive is that it does so without the need for any phone signal, Bluetooth or Wi-Fi because it creates its own Wi-Fi signal unique to each unit and synced device. So, how does it work? Well, in layman’s terms, you cast it out as you would a marker float and let it up to the surface, at which point it will begin connection to the synced device. Once connection is established you can live view exactly what the camera sees.
• Wrap angle helps to reduce sidelight ingress• Polarising lenses available in brown or mirror options• Made from strong nylon construction• Supplied with hard case and cleaning cloth£44. 99For more details go to www. fortiseyewear. co.