Fishing & Travel

Carp fishing does not usually look like off-roading. You may only leave the tarmac for the final kilometre of a journey, following a farm track, crossing a field or driving down a rough access road to the lake. But that final kilometre is often where the vehicle faces the greatest risk. Deep ruts, exposed stones, […]

Choosing a fishing vehicle is not simply a question of buying the biggest 4×4 you can afford. Carp anglers have an unusual set of requirements: a large amount of tackle, long rods, wet and muddy equipment, long motorway journeys and, depending on the venue, access roads that may be little more than farm tracks. For […]

For many carp anglers, the journey to the swim is almost as important as the fishing itself. Some of the most rewarding lakes, gravel pits and wild waters are reached by narrow farm tracks, muddy access roads or rough ground that can quickly become difficult after heavy rain. That means preparing your vehicle properly can […]