In reply to Post #15
Bit off topic but stay well clear of the saber one mine dident last 6 months and now refuse to replace it
Bit off topic but stay well clear of the saber one mine dident last 6 months and now refuse to replace it
The days of a normal umbrella seem to be over for carp anglers. However did we survive under a 45" umbrella for a week under the stars in all weathers in the 60's and the 70's.
When 50" umbrellas came out it was a revelation, no longer not so much need to have a waterproof tarpaulin over the bottom of your sun lounger to keep you dry and warm when it rains and gets cold.
Then in the 80's home made storm sides to fit your umbrella along with throw over overwraps a bit later.
For days, my first choice is my 45" or 50" umbrella. Nothing is more simpler, lighter, easier to carry and so fast to set up.
In fact, for next season, I am looking at starting to do all my sessions again under one. Sadly, mosquitoes would eat me to bits if I did on the water I fish, so, I am looking at bringing out of retirement as well, my old Nash throw over bivvy overwrap, nylon. With better waterproofing materials about today, it should be good to go once it has been soaked in Fabsil Gold, Thompsons water seal for good measure and a good coating of 10% clear silicone sealant and 90% odourless white spirit on the inside.
When 50" umbrellas came out it was a revelation, no longer not so much need to have a waterproof tarpaulin over the bottom of your sun lounger to keep you dry and warm when it rains and gets cold.
Then in the 80's home made storm sides to fit your umbrella along with throw over overwraps a bit later.
For days, my first choice is my 45" or 50" umbrella. Nothing is more simpler, lighter, easier to carry and so fast to set up.
In fact, for next season, I am looking at starting to do all my sessions again under one. Sadly, mosquitoes would eat me to bits if I did on the water I fish, so, I am looking at bringing out of retirement as well, my old Nash throw over bivvy overwrap, nylon. With better waterproofing materials about today, it should be good to go once it has been soaked in Fabsil Gold, Thompsons water seal for good measure and a good coating of 10% clear silicone sealant and 90% odourless white spirit on the inside.
DP
In reply to Post #1
Try and find a used Wychwood Solace HD50 . . .about 3kg but decent thick material and solid for days. Good cover and sturdy in a decent wind . . .
Try and find a used Wychwood Solace HD50 . . .about 3kg but decent thick material and solid for days. Good cover and sturdy in a decent wind . . .
In reply to Post #5
Gardner brolly spike with tee bar will go in most ground and will last forever to use with standard brolly
Gardner brolly spike with tee bar will go in most ground and will last forever to use with standard brolly
In reply to Post #15
Had the pentalite flimsy and won't drop down that low to take a bed I don't rate korum shelters tbh I think a carp brolly is better like the wychwood
Had the pentalite flimsy and won't drop down that low to take a bed I don't rate korum shelters tbh I think a carp brolly is better like the wychwood
In reply to Post #21
In reply to Post #20
Had one for years. Weigh a bit tho
Had one for years. Weigh a bit tho
In reply to Post #1
Korum 50" brolly the standard green one.
had mine for a few years
tapes seams decent colour and light weight.
i would still have an original wavelok brolly over it even with the weight penalty.
getting a low chair is a good idea so you can get right under it if its REALLY bad weather.
Korum 50" brolly the standard green one.
had mine for a few years
tapes seams decent colour and light weight.
i would still have an original wavelok brolly over it even with the weight penalty.
getting a low chair is a good idea so you can get right under it if its REALLY bad weather.
In reply to Post #20
Had one with a wavelock 50" brolly. essential combo in my opinion.
Had one with a wavelock 50" brolly. essential combo in my opinion.
In reply to Post #25
Use a tempest brolly and a fox plus thing , pop up style
Both good for days the fox is better in the summer as the narrow footprint aided by vents is good
But the tempest is good as only four pegs needed most of the time
I have both and still struggle to decide😂
Use a tempest brolly and a fox plus thing , pop up style
Both good for days the fox is better in the summer as the narrow footprint aided by vents is good
But the tempest is good as only four pegs needed most of the time
I have both and still struggle to decide😂
Tempest brolly, or aqua fast and light
Only advice I can offer is....do not buy the fox easy brolly....
In reply to Post #1
I've just got advanta hermit 55 brolly can just get bed chair in nice and light too throw a jrc mozzi mesh over gives a little more room for overnighter too
I've just got advanta hermit 55 brolly can just get bed chair in nice and light too throw a jrc mozzi mesh over gives a little more room for overnighter too
In reply to Post #29
I was looking at advanta hermit thought it expensive at £100 for advanta normally cheaper the Fox is cheaper and good reviews on here
I was looking at advanta hermit thought it expensive at £100 for advanta normally cheaper the Fox is cheaper and good reviews on here