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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- Lunettes de soleil polarisées pour la pêche – Lens tints, spotting tactics and visibility.
- Vêtements de pêche – Layering systems and all-weather performance.
- On the Bank – Lifestyle and watercraft stories.
- Behind the Brand – Design, innovation and purpose.
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
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
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
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
Summer rain hits different. It arrives suddenly, pours hard, then leaves you steaming inside a jacket that felt fine in the shop. The key to fishing well through those unpredictable showers is a layering system that keeps you both dry and breathing easy. Why cheap waterproofs fail in summer A non-breathable jacket traps heat and
Your feet decide how much water you cover. With the wrong footwear, bankside travel becomes slower, colder and more tiring than it needs to be. With the right choice, you stay comfortable and confident no matter what the ground throws at you. Grip that works in mud, grass and gravel The bankside isn’t a paved
There’s more to warmth than stuffing a jacket full of insulation. Fishing demands comfort while active and while still. The right insulation keeps heat in without overwhelming you when rigs need tying or a fish suddenly changes your plan. Warmth comes from breathability A jacket that traps too much heat makes you sweat. That moisture
Staying dry is one thing. Staying dry and comfortable is another. A jacket that looks waterproof in a shop can quickly become a sweat house halfway through a session. Waterproofing and breathability need to work together if you want real performance on the bank. Waterproof ratings in the real world Waterproof ratings are measured in
