Spring carp fishing clothing – what you should be wearing

Spring is a strange time of year when it comes to the weather as it can change very quickly and catch you out if you aren’t prepared.

We often get wild swings in temperature, with anything from wintery conditions with cold easterlies and even sleet, all the way through to blazing sunshine and warm nights. In an instant it can also change from a lovely spring day to unexpected torrential downpours.

So, you need to have the right Korda Clothing with you so that you’re prepared for any eventuality and won’t end up cold and wet – or conversely too hot and sweaty – if the conditions do suddenly change whilst you’re out on the bank.

If you feel comfortable whilst you’re out on the bank, then you will fish more effectively, and as a result will catch more carp.

Drykore protects against unexpected downpours

Keeping dry is one of the most important things, and the Drykore MK2 Jacket and Drykore MK2 Over Trousers have been designed to do just that and are fully waterproof and with a 20K hydrostatic head, as well as being able to block out the wind.

The Drykore MK2 waterproof jackets and trousers have been designed specifically for fishing, with plenty of clever features – such as the sealable cuffs on the jacket that stop water from running down your sleeves when you pick up a rod that has rain droplets on it; or the side zips all the way down to the knee on the Over Trousers which allow access to things such as your car keys in the pockets of whatever trousers you are wearing underneath.   

Stay warm if the temperature drops

If the weather suddenly turns cold, or to ensure you feel comfortable early morning or in the evening, then the Insulated Hooded Jacket and Insulated Joggers are a great option, especially as they can be packed away very small, ready for if you need them, but without taking up too much space.

The Insulated jacket and trousers are extremely lightweight and are filled with an insulation that will keep you warm, feel great to wear, plus they are water repellent if you do get caught out in a shower. They’ve been designed to provide everything an angler would want from this type of clothing, including an elongated back which prevents draughts when you are sitting down or bending over.

What to wear underneath your jacket

A range of different hoodies, zipped hoodies and jumpers to suit any taste are the perfect choice when it isn’t warm enough just to be in a t-shirt, or as an extra layer under a jacket if it really gets cold. The hoodies come in different weights, and a wide variety of different styles and colours, including the popular Mindset logo ones.

The Polar Fleece Jacket is also a popular choice on chillier days, as is the Fleece Gilet when all you need is a bit of extra warmth around your body core.

For wearing underneath these hoodies and jumpers, the Korda Clothing range offers an extensive range of different t-shirts, in a variety of different patterns, styles and colours, to suit any taste – everything from t-shirts with larger, colourful logos such as the Bosh Tee or Birdsnest Tee, through to more minimalist style ones with subtle logos such the Minimal Tee and Mindset Minimal Tee.

A range of fishing trousers to suit any taste and style

For your bottom half, whatever type of trousers you prefer, we have you covered with three different weights of joggers – Heavy, Lite, and Ultralite - to keep you feeling comfortable in any weather.

Another very popular choice for the spring is the Korda Original Kombats, which have been around for years and are still just as popular today, as they are a great option as fishing trousers due to the material used and the clever design features they have.

Don't neglect your head and feet

Some sort of headwear is also advisable with caps being especially useful, not only because they help keep sun or rain off of your head, but even more important is the way in which they help you to spot fish, but keeping glare out of your eyes.

Which cap you choose will depend on your personal taste and how you like it to fit, but any of them will work well in conjunction with a pair of the Korda polarised sunglasses – you can read about the Korda Sunglasses collection in more detail here.

Korda Clothing even includes a range of socks, with the Waterproof Socks that are designed to keep your feet totally dry as well as having padded soles so you can run out of the bivvy to your rods without even having to put your shoes on.

There are also the Coolmax MK2 Socks which have been designed to keep your feet feeling cool and comfortable, even in warmer weather and when wearing them for a more prolonged period during a fishing session, and will wick any sweat away from your feet.