Essential Winter Fishing Clothing Guide

The UK's unpredictable weather will always find a way to ruin anyone's day, and many anglers will concur that winter fishing is challenging enough without having to deal with the cold and rain! Despite the dip in temperature, you should not hibernate through the bleakest season of the year! Fishing can be fantastic in the winter, especially if you choose the right attire. This allows you to stay out on the bank for longer periods of time while remaining comfortable. Oh, and don't forget about the increased chances of catching that elusive snow carp.

What do carp anglers wear in the winter?

Trakker proudly designs and manufactures everything you need for winter carp fishing, from fishing waterproofs and suits to thermal socks and gloves. We’ve got you covered, literally!

Essentials every angler should have in their winter fishing wardrobe are:

• Hats

• Gloves

• Hoodies & Jumpers

• Jackets

• Joggers & Trousers

• Base Layer Set

• Thermal Fishing Suit

• Wellies (or a good set of boots)

• Thermal Socks

Now that we’ve outlined what you need, the next step is knowing what each item does to help keep the elements at bay.

Thermal Fishing Suits

Trakker has been at the forefront of designing the best thermal fishing sets for many years and our "CR" or "Core" suits have stood the test of time and the weather! A thermal fishing suit usually consists of a heavy-weight fishing jacket and bib ‘n’ brace style trousers, keeping you protected from head to toe. Our CR suits come in two models: a 2-piece comprising of an insulated heavyweight jacket and trousers, and a more comprehensive 3-piece suit comprising of an insulated heavyweight jacket with a zip-in technical fleece and salopette-style trousers.

Some Key Benefits of our CR Winter Suits:

• Teflon Waterproof Coating: Offers market-leading water repellence

• Taped seams

• Fleece-lined collars and hand-warmer pockets

• Reinforced knee panels

• Insulating materials to keep you warm on the coldest of days

Fishing Jackets

Another essential piece of clothing for your autumn and winter fishing trips is a jacket; this will help keep you dry and warm. Trakker’s CR Thermal Jacket offer great insulating properties, making them an ideal jacket for layering up.

Trakker’s TechPro Waterproof Jacket offers unrivalled water resistance, boasting a 10,000mm hydrostatic head rating and supreme breathability.

Fishing Trousers & Joggers

Thermal Combats or fishing joggers are essential throughout the winter months; not only do they keep the bottom half warm, but they are extremely comfortable. Trakker Thermal combats offer exceptional warmth but are made from ripstop material, meaning they are super durable. If you want something slightly more comfortable, then check out Trakker’s jogger offerings, which are available in multiple styles.

It’s also worth noting that it’s important to make sure you have a good set of waterproof trousers with you; there’s nothing worse than soaking wet trousers. Check out the TechPro Waterproof Trousers, which match the TechPro Waterproof Jacket and make an excellent year-round fishing waterproof clothing set.

Fishing Hoodies

Hoodies are the perfect option for adding a middle layer to your clothing. Trakker’s hoodie selection offers both comfort and style while also adding additional warmth to your layering system. Hoodies sit as a nice mid-layer between your base layer set and your fishing jacket. We advise fishing jumpers with a hood; one of our favourites is the CR Logo hoodie in black and Trakker's bespoke camou pattern.

Fishing Base Layers

Many people believe that wearing their thickest coat will keep them warm throughout the winter; however, this isn't the case. Building multiple layers of clothes helps regulate your temperature. If you just wear your thickest coat and get too hot, if you take that off, you will become too cold. At least if you build layers up, you can remove or add layers, which stops you from sweating too much or feeling too cold.

Base layers are garments that are worn next to your skin and will act as a barrier, keeping the chilly air out and trapping warmth in. The Trakker Reax Base Layer Set comprises a half-zip top and bottoms, offering exceptional thermal properties but also being breathable, allowing perspiration to escape from the skin.

Imagine that you've been active during your session, that you've set up a swim on fish, and that you are now largely immobile. Without the right base layer, the sweat from your exercise will quickly cause your skin and your first layer of clothing to become cold and wet.

Fishing Socks, Gloves & Hats

It goes without saying that keeping your head, feet and hands warm is a must throughout winter; there’s simply nothing worse than cold hands and feet. It’s also proven that you can lose up to 10% of your body heat through your head, so it's vital to have a warm hat on. Trakker produces a variety of headwear designed to keep your heat warm in the colder months.

While gloves can be inconvenient, especially when tying rigs or doing fiddly tasks, they are essential during the winter months. There’s nothing worse than cold hands and then trying to tie a rig. Trakker has two gloves in the range specifically designed with the angler's needs in mind. The Polar Fold-back gloves are made from Polartec fleece material, which makes them really warm on a cold winter's day. Our Thermal Stretch Gloves are the newest addition to the range, made from water-resistant fabric and thermally insulated, perfectly suited for chilly weather!

Also, a good pair of socks like the Winter Merino Wool Socks will keep your feet warm and comfy throughout your session.

Boots

It goes without saying that a good set of walking boots is a must. Look for models that offer water resistance and good ankle support, as the banks are largely wet, muddy and slippery in winter.

Summary:

While fishing in the winter can be challenging, there are plenty of opportunities and the banks are much quieter. Carp fishing in winter needs to be as comfortable as possible, so staying dry and warm is essential. Layering up and having the right clothing can make the difference between an enjoyable session and a horrid session. If you follow our advice, then you should be all set for your winter carp fishing sessions.

Be lucky & Tight Lines,

Team Trakker