Fishing Republic : Theseus Carp Comfort Zone Shelter Review

Affordable Comfort Without Breaking the Bank

It's that time of year again. Winter is upon us and the masses are starting a new season by the water. Like many who set off on those cold winter mornings, a difficult choice can face us all. Do we take an umbrella or a full-on Bivvy? For a day session, a Bivvy can seem a lot of fuss. That was until I found the Theseus Carp Comfort Zone Shelter.

This Bivvy has all the benefits of a higher brand, combined with a quick and simple setup that you can enjoy with an umbrella. Combining this shelter with the winter cover also available from Fishing Republic gives you all the protection you require for even the hardened winter carper.

This shelter measures 262cm wide and 176cm deep with a height of 134cm. It has a sewn in ground sheet to protect you from the muddiest conditions. The twin hoops are made of five lightweight aluminium poles joined by a strong elasticated bungee that runs the whole length. The two hoops are secured to the ground sheet at each end of the Bivvy. The shape of the shelter is held by the two extendable aluminium poles. One that braces between the two hoops and the second that goes from the rear hoop down to the central anchor point at the rear of the shelter. To secure the shelter to the ground there are eight anchor points around the base of the shelter secured to the ground sheet in the form of metal D rings. With the heavy-duty pegs provided this is capable of withstanding the strongest of winds. The final feature is the two Velcro retainers on the front of the Bivvy to keep your rods in place and clear of the ground.

In summary this is a very affordable and effective Bivvy that can be upgraded with the help of the winter cover to withstand the harshest of weather conditions. It has plenty of space for the solo angler for a quick overnighter or even a long weekend that packs up small and can be assembled quickly.

Happy Carping!

Matthew Robinson