Five affordable accessories to start the season

You may have all the rods and reels you will ever need, but there are always items that can add pleasure to your fishing, especially at the start of the season when months of angling abstinence should be rewarded. On that first morning, turn up at the water and make good use of these shiny new accessories and you’re guaranteed to have a spring in your step.

Yeti 18oz Rambler Bottle

£30

This tough stainless-steel bottle is double-walled and vacuum-insulated to keep your drinks cold until the very last sip. Has an easy-grip lid and internal Chug Cap.

Find your nearest stockist or buy direct at uk.yeti.com

MagniFly clip-on magnifying glass

£17.99

The MagniFly, with its 3X precision glass lens, is a miniature workstation on the bank. Can be attached to a bag strap, waders or waistcoat. The head rotates and swivels.

Email orders@upavonflyfishing.co.uk  Web upavonflyfishing.co.uk

The Farlows Traditional Hip Flask

4oz, £54.99; 6oz, £59.99

A traditionally shaped and elegant hip flask, perfect for a warming tot. Date stamped with Farlows 1840.

Tel 01544 322311  Web farlows.co.uk

Stillwater Camo Sling Pack

£24.99

A great, lightweight sling pack with a large main compartment. Features tool and tippet holders, a bottle pouch and net D-ring. Tools not included.

Tel Glasgow Angling Centre on 0141 212 8880  Web fishingmegastore.com

Stillwater Carbon Fibre Scoop Net 

£74.99

Combines a tough, light, carbon-fibre and glass-fibre composite frame with a fish-friendly, silicone mesh bag.

Contact Glasgow Angling Centre  Tel 0141 212 8880  Web fishingmegastore.com