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Backpack style tackle bags.

Stephen Crowhurst

Stephen Crowhurst

Senior Member
I've currently and have for the last few years used an over the shoulder bag. Trouble is over a mile or two the disbalanced effect makes it pretty uncomfortable. So I'm looking to switch to a back pack style, anyone got any suggestions? I don't want to take the whole house with me but enough tackle to switch method or replace crack offs etc.
 
I've seem to have collected a fair selection of fishing bags over the years Stephen ranging from Chub modulated shoulder bags to Shimano 110 litre rucksacks that I can step into and shut the lid when it rains!!:D
I found that the carryall/ shoulder bag did my back no favours, but the moduled tackle wallets and boxes were great.
The big Shimano has so many pockets and compartments I tend to have trouble finding bits of kit, and the bigger the bag the more unnecessary kit you tend to take to the bank.
My favourite is a 50 litre Korum rucksack with the hard base, useful straps and clips for mats or a jacket etc. Had the current bag for quite a few years and it's still going strong.
 
I've used the Nash Nomad for a few years and it's holding up very well. Compact with a good few pockets plus it has provision for carrying up to 4 bank sticks and an unhooking mat. A good bit of kit.
 
Aqua roving rucksack for me. It's like the Korum but better imo.
 
Hi men ,

I use the Korum ruckbag that you attach the chair to , lovely bit of kit as you lay it on the floor and access is so easy, not having to look into a dark hole pulling stuff out to get to the bottom . Had it years , makes a fantastic barrow bag for my carp fishing as well. Once you hook your chair on and walk with it you will wonder why you used anything else . I'm using it as I type on a early morning splash and dash carping session , and had my un-hooking mat over my chair as well , love it.

Hatter
 
Hi Stephen, Fishtec used to do a roving 'backpack'...very small compared to most, but do for me on 90% of my trips (and they're insulated so keep bait cold). Just had a look on site and can't see one, but if you can get hold of one, I'd have a look at them. I'm a great fan. ATVB
 
Ditto the Korum Ruckbag: very hard-wearing, strong zips and comfortable to carry. Lie it on its back as mark has said , flip the 'lid' and access all areas.
 
Used and tried quite a few but favourites have to be:

Nash Nomad 35l Rucksack - the one with the removable side pockets - very good (have a brand new one as well, which I must sale)

Cotswold Aquarius Specialist Pathfinder sack with a built in mat) 45l

And probably the most comfortable to carry, great straps and my all time favourites :-
5.11 RUSH 24 and RUSH 72 Rucksacks. Loads of pockets, which can be frustrating though.
 
Thinking anglers rucksack. Very light and comfy, 3 outside pockets and plenty inside. Also has bankstick holders on the front. Not massive so you cant overfill it. Best I have had for the river angler.
 
Drennan super specialist rucksack . They do 2 sizes . Tough well made bits of kit with buckles rather than zips which is good as zips always break / seize up with prolonged use
 
I bought what is essentially a bit of a copy of the Thinking Anglers mini rucksack made by Sabre off e-bay, and I have to say it's pretty good, and very reasonably priced at £35. It is about 30 litres capacity.

Nick C
 
Another thumbs up for the Drennan super specialist rucksack in 25l size. A gardner rig roll fits in any of the three pockets leaving the main compartment free for your flask etc. I normally have rig roll in front pocket, poncho in one side pocket, bait box with selection of feeders and leads in other side pocket and food, flask, towel etc in main compartment. There's also a handy little zipped compartment in the lid for club books and licenses.
 
I am using a Korum Roving Rucksack https://www.korum.co.uk/products/luggage/roving-rucksack
having changed from a Nash Daysack. I prefer the Korum because it is rigid so not always fumbling around the bottom of the bag and I like the flip over lid as it provides an extra surface.

However; I am a short session angler so rarely take a lot of bait or food with me so won't suit everybody but there is a big range to chose from so something to fit most anglers needs I would say
 
Another vote for the Amorim roving rucksack, it also floats quite well as I discovered on Monday night
 
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