Accessories

Top safety bead for chod fishing on a leader or direct on your main line. There are nine in each pack and they come supplied on wires to make threading them a doddle. Avid Carp Chod Beads RRP: £3. 50for more informationgo to: www.

Although I tend to tie my rigs on the bank, to suit the situation that I’m faced with, I do store several dozen short, braided, PVA-bag rigs in a couple of these Rig Safes. Offering infinitely more protection than a traditional rig wallet, the Rig Safe has become extremely popular – and for good reason. There is room inside for plenty of rigs and the three compartments are handy for keeping little terminal bits in. I know loads of people who use one, and a few who should.

Compact bivvy heater that runs on 220g butane gas cartridges and features Piezo ignition and panelled infra burner. It’s surprisingly light, boasts variable heat and is fully CE approved. VisionBivvy HeaterRRP: £24. 99www.

New version of the popular pocket pod, which this time includes one long and four short stainless-steel banksticks. This allows the immediate construction of a pod from a normal bankstick setup in seconds. Suppiled in a bankstick roll. WychwoodPocket Pod CompleteRRP: £69.

The TC boys get to grips with tackle and bait, testing them to the limit out on the bank. Here’s what they think… Fox F BoxRRP: £17. 99 to £96. 99Website:www.

The unique design of the frame means it can be completely folded away for easy storage. It also keeps the carp well clear of the ground during unhooking and photographingAvid CarpCarp CouchRRP: £89. 99www. avidcarp.

Rugged rig box designed to carry multiple rigs both safely and without them losing shape. Features an internal section for storing needles and suchlike. NashUni Rig BinRRP: £19. 99Website: www.