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  • Tackle
    • Bait Boats
      • Ridgemonkey Bait Boat Review
    • Chairs & Bedchairs
      • Best Fishing Chair for Bad Back
      • Best Carp Bedchair
    • Carp Barrows
      • Best Carp Barrow to Make Moving Swims a Breeze
    • Clothing & Footwear
      • Best Carp Fishing Boots To Keep Your Feet Warm
      • Best Chest Waders For Carp Fishing
    • Head Torches & Bivvy Lights
      • Best Head Torch For Fishing Overnight
    • Carp Care
      • Best Carp Weigh Sling: Full List & Options
      • Best Carp Cradle – Protecting Your Carp
      • Best Carp Landing Net – Full Buyers Guide
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Reviews

Real carp fishing tackle reviews from the team at Carp Squad. All of our carp gear reviews are honest, no sales pitch and no sponsorship.

The gear that we review has been used by our team over sufficient periods of time, which allows us to give an excellent overview of the pros and cons of each product. Hopefully we can help you make a better purchasing decision!

Trakker RLX Bedchair Review – Superlite

This week on our tried and tested reviews we are going to take a look at the Trakker RLX bedchair (flat 6 superlite version). Prior to purchasing the Trakker Superlite, I was on the lookout for a bedchair that was both lightweight and comfortable. Not an easy task by all means! Fortunately,  the Trakker RLX…

cygnet quicklock rod pod review

Cygnet Quicklock Pod Review: 2 Year Test

This week on our tried and tested carp gear reviews, we’re taking a closer look at the Cygnet Quicklock Pod. I spent a lot of time searching out a pod that was right for my needs, and two years ago I settled on the Quicklock due to the versatility that it offers as a lightweight…

Avid Carp Compact Cradles

Avid Carp Cradle Review – 3 Years of Use

UPDATED FOR 2022: This Carp Cradle by Avid has been discontinued and you may struggle to find it at retailers. It has now been replaced by their new Avid Folda-Cradle. This week on our tried and tested reviews, we’re taking a look at the Avid Carp Cradle. For this past three years, I’ve been putting…

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