I had a lucky call from the wife this afternoon, saying she had to pick up a workmate in the morning and didn’t need to go to work until after 9 am! As this is after school run time and would I like to fish tonight? There would be no need to come home until […]
Trip 43 Carp Fishing – 2018
Listen on Spotify I’d originally thought that I wouldn’t be able to get out this week. However, once I realized that I was surplus to requirements for preparation for my eldest daughter’s prom. I inquired if it was possible to fish Wednesday night as normal as long as I was home by lunchtime time. The […]
Trip 21 Carp Fishing – 2023
Avoiding the 27-degree heat this year is my goal. For fishing, unfortunately, it means getting roasted when gardening. Hopefully, I can start early some days. I decided that doing a quick night on Monday would be a good start. This would avoid the beginning of the heatwave, and hopefully, the carp sense it coming and […]
Trip 23 Carp Fishing – 2024
I woke up Friday morning to find it raining and had prospects of gardening equaled zero.So, I rearranged my appointments and was free to head off fishing. Unfortunately, this would mean a pretty hard working week next ‘weather permitting, the forecast was still all over the place for Monday and Tuesday. The joys of gardening […]
Trip 36 Carp Fishing – 2021
These mini air-conditioning units that run via a USB plug are absolutely perfect.
This really helps me stay comfortable on the bank during the hottest spells of summer. Once temperatures climb above 30°C, sitting out in the open can quickly become uncomfortable, and it doesn’t take long before the heat starts to sap your energy. However, tucked away under the trees in the shade with this running, it’s an absolute game-changer. It keeps the air moving, makes the bivvy or shelter far more bearable, and allows me to stay focused on the fishing rather than constantly battling the heat.
There are a couple of different versions available on Amazon, so it’s worth having a look to see which one best suits your setup and budget. If, like me, you spend long hours on the bank during the summer months, it’s one of those little bits of kit that can make a huge difference to your comfort. Amazon.
