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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- Polarizované rybářské sluneční brýle – Lens tints, spotting tactics and visibility.
- Rybářské oblečení – Layering systems and all-weather performance.
- On the Bank – Lifestyle and watercraft stories.
- Behind the Brand – Design, innovation and purpose.
If your clothing touching the skin doesn’t work properly, nothing else can. Base layers decide how warm, dry and comfortable you stay on the bank. Get this layer right and the rest of your system becomes easy. Why moisture management matters most Sweat is heat leaving your body. If moisture sits against your skin, it
First light on the water. A calm ripple, a shadow that might be a fish, a moment where better vision changes everything. The right sunglasses help you read the day, protect your eyes and make better decisions on the bank. This guide shows you how to choose with confidence. Start with what you need to
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
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
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
Watercraft is the skill that turns time into opportunity. Binoculars help you read the water faster and spot those tiny signs you’d otherwise miss. The right pair keeps you calm, patient and ready to act at the perfect moment. Magnification that works in real conditions Higher magnification isn’t always better. Strong zoom exaggerates shake and
Fishing gear spends its life in damp, muddy environments. Rain, dew and wet ground try to creep into everything. The right luggage keeps your essentials ready, protected and organised so you spend more time fishing and less time drying out your session. Moisture ruins the important stuff Wet spare layers make you cold. Wet rigs
Nights by the water are where the magic happens. They are also where warmth disappears the fastest. When air cools and damp settles onto the bank, your clothing system decides whether you stay sharp or pack up early. Moisture steals heat After sunset, air temperature drops and humidity rises. Sweat and damp clothing pull warmth
We all try to capture those moments when carp reveal themselves. A subtle bow wave. A shape sliding over a spot. A take that explodes into life. Without polarisation, the camera sees only reflections. With it, you show the real story happening under the surface. Film what your eyes actually see Polarised phone filters remove
