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The Okuma CB-60 really does look the part. With its exceptional understated and, dare I say it, carpy cosmetics, the Custom Blacks boast great performance in a compact yet durable bundle. In addition, I simply love the excellent value for money, making this a truly affordable, functional big pit reel. It has a super-fast clutch, sealed bearings and a wooden handle that has been outfitted with a weight on one side, so it always angles down so you don’t have to align your handles perfectly every time.

The Tackle Box’s Lee Jackson says: A good quality and very affordable carp rod range built on natural gloss grey carbon blanks with classic cosmetics, including full-length cork handles and ‘fold-friendly’ ringing for safer and more convenient storage and transportation. All of the rods in the range have a progressive action for crisp handling and all-round casting and fish-playing performance and benefit from The Tackle Box’s exclusive lifelong warranty. The range comprises 12ft, 10ft and 9ft rods, all of which have a 3lb test curve, and a 12ft 4lb test curve spod/marker rod. LEE JACKSON’s VERDICT “An awesome rod for quality and affordability” 9/10 £44.

It is no surprise that Sticky offers some of the softest baits around, even when you buy shelf life. This is great because many anglers love a soft bait, yet it can present a problem on the hair. Well not any more. By simply adding eggs you can now roll your own dedicated hook baits with everything in this one tub, even the instructions! The great edge is that you can tweak or tailor your mix to suit your rigs and whatever little edges you may have up your sleeve.

Keeping warm on the bank is essential and this Waterhog Wind Stopper Hat is a must-have for those cold and windy days. Being 100 per cent waxed cotton and fleece lined it really does keep you warm. With foldable ear flaps and a peak design, this hat will help to keep you well protected from the elements. £15 www.