Fortis Eyewear Blog
Where vision meets the bank. Dive into guides, stories and behind-the-scenes insight from the brand built for serious carp anglers.
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Every decision on the bank starts with what you see and how you feel. Our blog explores the gear that gives you clarity and comfort in every session, alongside the tactics, people and culture that make carp fishing so addictive.
From lens technology that reveals underwater life to clothing that shelters you from the worst weather, you’ll find content built to support your angling progress and passion.
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- Polarised Fishing Sunglasses – Lens tints, spotting tactics and visibility.
- Fishing Clothing – Layering systems and all-weather performance.
- On the Bank – Lifestyle and watercraft stories.
- Behind the Brand – Design, innovation and purpose.
There’s rain you can shrug off and rain that soaks through everything. Knowing the difference between waterproof and water-resistant gear helps you stay comfortable, focused and ready when the weather turns. Water-resistant: showers and short bursts Water-resistant fabrics shed light rain for a while, then eventually wet out. They’re great for quick moves, summer squalls
You don’t need to spend a fortune to see more when you fish. Good eyewear should feel natural, stay comfortable for long sessions and deliver clear visibility when it matters most. That’s what makes a pair worth wearing, not the price on the label. Lightweight frames for long days From the first cast to pack-down
Have you ever spotted a shape in the margins, only for glare to creep in from the side and ruin the moment? Side shields block those unwanted reflections so your vision stays locked onto the signs that matter. Stray light kills clarity Even with polarised lenses, light slipping in from the edges reduces contrast and
British weather rarely sits still. One moment the sun breaks through, the next a cloud rolls in or you move under cover to stalk the margins. Vision can switch from perfect to useless in seconds. Photochromic lenses react to those changes so your eyes don’t have to. Why changing light is a challenge Carp give
Winter sessions are quieter, harder and often more rewarding. The air bites, the margins steam, and the fish you do catch feel twice as earned. Staying comfortable lets you stay focused. The right layering keeps you warm without bulk so you can move when it matters. Start with the base: control heat and moisture Your
Every angler has a favourite tint. Some swear by brown on big pits, others won’t leave home without amber for stalking in the margins. The truth is simple: different lens colours perform better in different light. Knowing which tint to choose helps you see more and catch more. Brown 247: Balanced clarity for changing light
Fly fishing rewards those who see more. Water moves, fish move, light moves. Good polarised sunglasses cut the shifting reflections so you can read seams, track movement and make casts with confidence. When visibility improves, everything else follows. Why moving water needs the right tint On rivers and streams the surface dances constantly. A balanced
