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TACKLE TACKLE FIRST LOOK

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Sea angling manufacturers are starting to produce more and more EVA luggage which is tough, waterproof, lightweight, easy to clean, and won’t rot like some fabrics when exposed to a saltwater. Late last year, Tronixpro launched a full range of EVA-based products, developed to be a modular system, taking organisation to the next level.

BAGS

There are four bags in the range. Three are made from the same EVA waterproof material with welded seams, while the larger Rubber Bakkan is made from thicker EVA and has a hard plastic base. All bags feature the same two-way zip opening that can be fully opened for easy access. The zip sits underneath a lip for waterproofi ng, so any water that might ingress through the zip won’t get into the main compartment. The zips are made from toughened, strong plastic, so they won’t corrode when exposed to saltwater. All the handles and strap buckles are welded for strength and to further waterproof the bag.

The largest bag is the Rubber Bakkan. This is rigid sided and ideal as a shore, boat or lure fi shing bag. It has both handles and an adjustable strap, so you can either carry the bag by hand or across your shoulders. The two handles are lockable, so they are always ready to use if need be.

■ The Soft Bakkan is fractionally smaller and is semi-rigid

in construction. Made from the EVA waterproof material featured on the Soft Cool Bag and the Mini Bakkan, it also has a clear lid and an over-the-shoulder carry strap; ideal for carrying tackle or as a bait bag. It can also be used as a live bait “tank” to keep sandeels alive and fresh while live bait fi shing for bass and pollack. and pollack.

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■ The Mini Bakkan has been designed to fi t into the

two larger bags. A clear lid helps you identify the contents before opening, and the welded handle makes it easy to grab the bag. Ttwo Tronixpro Rig Winder Fabric Cases fi t perfectly in this bag, keeping everything neat, with room beneath for extra spools of line. Bait can also be stored in the Mini Bakkan; being waterproof, the contents won’t contaminate everything else.

MODULAR SYSTEM

Although fantastic as individual items, they work best as a system. Each piece of luggage has been designed to fi t in with one another, and most bags are also compatible with other Tronixpro luggage items. Using the various bags and other luggage items across the range allow you to customise how you organise your tackle completely.

BAIT TRAYS

Two open bait trays work together, with two of the smaller trays fi tting inside the larger tray for bait organisation. When used on its own, the larger tray is perfect for mackerel and squid, the smaller bait trays ideal for crab and worms. These trays can be used in fridges, and they’re easy to clean too.

DRY BAGS

■ The Soft Cool Bag is perfect for keeping your bait

in top condition. It’s lightweight and features heavy insulation and a foil lining to keep things cool when using freezer packs. These are hard-wearing, fully welded waterproof bags with a roll-top design for maximum waterproofi ng. Being a roll-top design, air can be trapped inside, making them buoyant, ideal for kayak or wading anglers. There are three in the range with capacities of 5L, 15L and 30L. The two smaller bags have a single D ring to convert them into sling bags, and the larger one has a double D and can be used as a rucksack.

■ Tronixpro Rubber Bakkan - 45 x 30 x 29cm - £24.99 ■ Tronixpro Soft Bakkan - 41 x 27 x 20cm - £19.99 ■ Tronixpro Mini Bakkan - 24 x 16 x 10cm - £11.99 ■ Tronixpro Soft Cool Bag - 36 x 24 x 21cm - £22.99 ■ Tronixpro Bait Tray (Large) - 33 x 26 x 11cm - £8.99 ■ Tronixpro Bait Tray (Small) - 22 x 16 x 9cm - £5.99 ■ Tronixpro Dry Bag 5L - £9.99 ■ Tronixpro Dry Bag 15L - £12.99 ■ Tronixpro Dry Bag 30L - £16.99 ■ For more information visit tronixpro.com