- Shakespeare Beta Box
Good size box for the shore or boat angler. Ideal for a Breakaway Backpack conversion. Strong, solid and will take a lot of abuse. - Penn Cool Bag
A nice simple single cavity cool bag. Most bags end up stinking after a while but last week I got brave and put mine in the washing machine! The liner is detachable and can be wiped out. The zip seems pretty decent and should last a while too. I like this. - Suffix Zippy Shock leader
I've used this for heavy hook lengths in the 130lb and it's so damn tough! It's just the right combination of tough and supple without being too wiry. It knots easily too. The 80lb makes a good general leader. - Gemini Genie SRT Springs
I wouldn't dream of tieing a multi hook clip down trace without incorporating one of these into it. No more frustrating stretch leading to traces that no longer clip down after several casts. Brilliant! - Breakaway Conversion Accessory Tray
Although the idea of this is good, in practice it doesn't work too brilliantly. Leads are prone to fall through their retaining holes and into the box. The line holders are pretty useless for modern bangle spools of leader. Quite a dated product now and I actually removed mine a while ago. Needs bringing up to date! - Tony Rixon's Days Out
Top bloke, top blog! - Thyers Fishing Tackle Ltd, Highbridge
have used this shop for over 20 years now russ and jeff are top blokes notjing to much trouble for them they always go the extra mile to sort anything out always happy to take a call to order bait tackle etc or just if you need advice etc they are there very good shop thats a credit to the area if your every lical definitely worth popping in for a chat yes i highly recommend this shop - Gemini Genie Breakers
These are probably the best of their type. A tweak with a pair of pliers to the tag end of the wire meant it could also be formed into a bait clip which was a nice bonus. Very safe to cast, but probably still prefer the upside down Gemini Rig Clip for sheer simplicity. - Daiwa Sensor
A favourite for rough ground I use it when spinning for hard fighting Pollock from the boat - Owner Pint Hooks
Really good quality hooks, best couple of pound you'll possibly spend , great for match fishing with small crab baits, nice and sharp and won't struggle to hook into a fish - Vass-Tex 175 Breathable Lightweight Smock
Great top for showers but wouldn't recent it for heavy rain as the rain tends to soak through but does the job when you get caught out and folds down nicely and fits in box snug - Varivas
I have been using Varivas hooks for years now. A fantastic strong and sharp hook I use the Big Mouth Extras for the majority of my fishing, I will not use or consider any other hook. The BMX have never failed with bullying big fish over rocks and kelp. Various other brands I have used in the past I have lost fish due to hooks straightening out and snapping. I also now use Varivas sport and the shock leader, both are fantastic, hard wearing and very well priced. With performance and price like this I do not see myself switching brands any time soon. Keep up the good work Varivas! - SealSkinz Full Finger Summer Cycle Gloves
This fingerless option gives you great dexterity! Sealskinz you've got to love 'em! - Ian Golds Rod Carrier
I tried a few rod bags before finally settling for the ian golds it holds my igloo,rods,tripod and easy to carry folds out flat so very easy to pack your rods ect in to - Century
I have been using Century rods since 2002 and over the years I have owned a multide of different models. While on one trip in 2006 I broke a tip section to one of my rods entirely my fault. I contacted Century explained I was an idiot and could they help. Sadly they could do nothing about me being an idiot but they were able to help with the rod. Within a week new tip section was in my hands direct from Century. Following a similar incident recently, I wondered if there customer service would be any different now. Thankfully they were will extremely helpful and could not do enough to help. I have owned a lot of rods over the years and I always come back to Century, but current rods are a joy to use, makes you wonder how on earth they can improve on what is an awesome range of rods. - Sea Angler
Magazines have fell that far behind with publishing the same info year in year out and every other page a advert just keeps pushing buyers away along with everything they test is the dogs danglies well am afraid that's not the case you never see a bad review wonder why as we all know there is some crap gear on the market. - Ultima F1
I've been using the 20lb on my beach reels for a while and ( barring one spool that was brittle ) I have been happy with how it has performed. It knots ok, lies on the spool ok and seems reasonably resistant to abrasion, but due to the colour it's hard to see at night. Good value when purchased on the bulk spools. - KWAG Guides
Very smooth nice looking eyes, I got mine in titanium....but I have find them to be very delicate, slightest knock and the inserts come out. - Damiltech Solutions Tray Toppa
Great addition to the Breakaway tray, easy to fit and leads sits nicely in high density foam, ever takes me Turkana pyramids no problem. - RockGrip - Fishing Boot Studding
Whether you get a pre-studded pair of boots from RockGrips range or just use their studding service on your own boots you will wonder how you coped without them. From icey frozen Norwegian fjords to the slimey weed covered shores of my local Bristol Channel I always feel safe underfoot. I have a pair of the neoprene Grubs and my Sorells with the studs to cover all situations. - Cox & Rawle Uptide Extra Hook
A perfect shore and boat hook esp when targeting the rays/eels etc - Leeda Icon Bass Sport
Very slim light weight blank with a surprising amount of power for a 11'6 rod , the bite detection is really good picking up the faintest of bites even in moderately windy conditions , I paid 69.99 from bobotackle and for the money it's absolutely fantastic , it's a great looking rod too , all in all I'm very pleased with mine , it'll chuck a 3oz lead far enough for the sort of fishing I do with it , although it will 'lob' a 4 oz weight I.m.h.o. It's better suited to a 3 oz with bait . I've used quite a number of different rods in the past but this has got to be my favourite , I'll be sticking with it for a few years for definite . - Baits R Us
A fantastic bait supplier. Delivery is excellent, it always arrives well packed and still frozen, I've even had live rag by post and its still been top notch. If you live locally you can phone and collect bait too (saves postage charge). Bait prices are really good overall. I also like their smaller 'handy pack' sizes on bait like squid for a quick fishing session. They also now have a stock of terminal tackle, leads etc, which is really handy. - Leeda Icon Tripod
As good as my old MTI and slightly lighter very stable and very well made - Century Eliminator T900
I have been using the T900 since May 2015. What a fantastic rod! It has a powerful butt section and a nice fishing tip sesction. It registers bite even in stong tidal and windy conditions. But has the power to drag big fish in and through the toughest conditions. Recently landed a 31lb 3oz Conger at a very Kelpy venue. I got to ground a couple of times and snagged up and I managed to bully the eel free and land it. I felt every knock and dive it is a sensitive and responsive rod that can handle anything with ease. It is also at home on the clean to mixed ground where even the smallest fish can feedback through the rod what they are doing. In the right hands it will cast a long way, but even in the hands of shorter casters it is a delight and is easily tamed. It is very useable rod that anyone can use novice or experienced. Not only does it look stunning it is a joy and pleasure to fish with. - Asso Invisilk
Used the Asso Invisilk for both as mainline and as hook lengths for in the rivers recently. Works great, good strength and goodknot strength.. - Berkley Trilene Big Game
i have my spinning gear spooled up with this and i find it works well in both lure fishing for pike and in the sea for bass casts nice not to heavy and a nice retrieve aswell also it lays nice on spool for the price not a bad line - Avid Carp Safeguard XL Carp Cradle
Essential piece of carp care kit wouldn't catch me fishing without mine email. Great build and quality mint item of mystery have tackle. - Asso Oblivion
Absoloutley brilliant.. Same texture and knot strengh as amnesia but 5 times cheaper !! - Bone Bass Gum Attractors
Just started using these great for little bit of glow to get the fish interested in your hook bait very bright and glow longer than most beads ect when charged up with a UV torch. - Penn 525 Mag2
Bloody great reel. This was my first multiplier and was worried about getting nests all the time. However started off with the brakes on full, then eased them off as time went on. Well built and well worth the money - Skarnsundet Fjordcentre
A fantast location situated deep in the Trondheim Fjord with stunning views. I had a cod of almost 25lb right outside of the apartment. The accommodation itself is clean, warm, spacious with wifi and TV. I think you'll struggle to catch as many species in one place anywhere else in Norway, we racked up 23 in one trip. There is some excellent flatfish to be had, including halibut from the shore. Spinning we had some nice coalfish and pollock upto double figures. We ate fish every day and the haddock we caught was excellent eating. It's nice that there are marks for people of all levels too, comfortable platforms and piers where decent fish can be had by all. Both Phill and Matt were great hosts and made is feel really welcome. We booked Immaediately to go back again. I would recommend to anyone. I wrote a blog about our experience: http://evocativeangling.rocks/2015/05/03/shore-fishing-norway-why-skarnsundet/ - Eddystone Eel 2013
Canny lure first tried them last year if I'm correct and caught my first bass on this lure great lure also good for pollock highly recommended - Ian Golds Super-Match Tripod
My no 1 choice - Varivas Big Mouth
I got recomended these hooks by a good friend of mine i was previously using sakuma mantas but had a few snap in snags so tried these must say in over a year of using them not one has snapped and the value for money is exceptional ultra sharp nice wide gape and super strong highly recomend for rough ground fishing - Breakaway OTG Impact Shields
I was a bit sceptical at first if these would release after using other variations of this type of bait clip. But after using these now for a few trips I have yet to have one not release. Such a simple idea and works a treat. Well done Breakaway! - Century Carbon Metal
The mk1 is a nice mixed to rough ground rod, 1 of the first Century rods I owned, casts big baits and 6oz easily with a lot of power to bully the fish from the depths Cracking rod - Breakaway Conversion Accessory Tray
This weight tray is completely useless however when you add the toppa tray to it, it's superb. The reel holders only hold Abu reels and the line holders arnt too good - Thyers Fishing Tackle Ltd, Highbridge
Great little tackle shop, the chaps there are all friendly and know their fishing. Happy to give advice and great baits. - Silver Spray, Poole, Dorset. Skipper: Sam & Andy Cumming
Have been out with Sam a few times and has always worked hard to put us on the fish. The boat is the perfect place to fish from as well - Petzl Ultra Rush
The 4th brightness setting on this is absolutely amazing when fishing from a high ledge, to look down to land a fish. Typically, I only need settings one or two to fish though, and 3 sessions in, using a mix of 1 and 2, I still have over half charge on the larger battery. The previous Ultra would have run out, so efficiency is clearly improved on this model. The 3 sessions accounted for at least 16 hours of use for the light. Without doubt worth the money. They are lights that last the test of time. - Asso Classic
Horrible stiff line. Avoid. - Musto Gore-Tex Middle Layer Salopettes
Musto is designed for sailing which means it's durible and ideal for Sea fishing. Expensive but then you get what you pay for. This garment is light weight, waterproof, breathable, strong and comfortable. They will keep you warm in sub zero temperatures but still allow you to remain active. A must have for winter fishing in Norway, IMO. - Vass
Fantastic uk company with exelent clothing range and wadders - DCA Gripper Lead
old leads but work a treat at holding in the tide only downfall is they go banana shaped pulling them over rough ground,the moulds work great still after 20+ years of use. - Princeton Tec Apex
This was my primary light until I upgraded to the Petzl Vario. For the money you not only get ample light output but a solid build and a five year warranty! My favourite thing about this lamp is that it runs on AA batteries and you could either carry spares in your trace wallet or get a set of rechargeable batteries and a charger for less than a tenner if you fish regularly. Be sure to go for the latest model which kicks out a whopping 275 Lumens though. - Shakespeare Beta Box
Had mine for 4 years now and its still going strong. Great size box and small and light enough to carry on longer walks, teamed with the seatbox Sherpa. - Solent Tackle, Southsea
Solent tackle excellent shop with a huge range of fresh and frozen baits. Pete will always go the extra mile to help. - VMO Star Pyramid Lead
I love the star pyramid leads to give you that little movement in faster tides and when being retrieved it glides through the water with resistance a must have in the box. - Akios Shuttle 656 SCM
Loved mine! Well built and for the price u ain't getting better!