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Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack
Camfleck Fishing Rucksack
A proper smart bit of luggage for short carp sessions, overnighters and river work — with a few cracking touches that make life on the bank easier.
- Made from tough Camfleck 600D fabric.
- Measures 45cm high, 40cm wide and 27cm deep.
- Has three elasticated bankstick holders on each side.
- The top pocket contains a removable EVA tray and the rucksack can be used as a bivvy table.
Make sure it’s the right one. This review covers the Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack, manufacturer product ID TARSC, made from Camfleck 600D fabric.
Tackle Index Score
Tackle Index score
A well-thought-out compact rucksack with proper bank-friendly features and useful versatility.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality9/10
- Performance8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching8.1/10
- Ease of Use9.4/10
- Value for Money8.8/10
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Who it suits
Is it right for you?
Great for
- Short-session and overnight carp anglers. It gives you a neat way to carry tackle, bait bits and personal kit without lugging a giant holdall around.
- River anglers and mobile coarse anglers. The rucksack format, bankstick storage and free-standing shape are spot on when you’re moving between swims.
Maybe skip if
- Anglers doing long campaigns. The compact format is unlikely to swallow all the spare clothing, food and tackle you’d want for several nights.
- Anyone needing a soft, squashable bag. The boxy construction is brilliant for stability, but it won’t mould itself around every awkward swim or barrow load.
The lowdown
Introducing the Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack
A proper smart bit of luggage for short carp sessions, overnighters and river work — with a few cracking touches that make life on the bank easier.
- Made from tough Camfleck 600D fabric.
- Measures 45cm high, 40cm wide and 27cm deep.
- Has three elasticated bankstick holders on each side.
- The top pocket contains a removable EVA tray and the rucksack can be used as a bivvy table.
Quick verdict
A dead handy rucksack for compact sessions
The Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack is a tidy, boxy bit of kit that makes plenty of sense for short sessions and overnighters. The hard waterproof base, padded carry straps, useful pockets and removable EVA tray all add proper bank-friendly practicality.
It won’t replace a huge load-carrying system for a week-long campaign, but that’s not really the game here. If you want one bag for tackle, bait bits, clothing and general session clobber, this is a smart, versatile option.
A well-thought-out compact rucksack with proper bank-friendly features and useful versatility.
Desk-research score from specs, price and fishing fit · How we score
- Product Quality
- 9/10
- Performance
- 8.9/10
- Impact on Fish Catching
- 8.1/10
- Ease of Use
- 9.4/10
- Value for Money
- 8.8/10
Camfleck 600D fabric, padded straps, strong handles and a hard waterproof base give it a reassuringly practical build.
The free-standing shape, organised pockets and adjustable carry system make it well suited to short and mobile sessions.
It won’t catch fish for you, but quicker access to rigs and a tidier setup can make a session run more smoothly.
The bag stands freely, carries comfortably and includes useful holders, a removable tray and adjustable straps.
Its ability to work as luggage and a bivvy table adds useful versatility for anglers who fish short sessions.
Head to head
How it stacks up
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The full rundown
Everything you'll want to know about the Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack
There’s a lot to be said for a rucksack that knows exactly what job it’s meant to do. The Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack isn’t trying to be a giant expedition holdall. It’s a compact, smart-looking bit of luggage for short sessions, overnighters and those river days where you want to keep moving rather than build a full camp.
Made from Camfleck 600D fabric, it has the sort of hard-wearing feel you’d expect from proper fishing luggage. The finish is suitably understated too. No daft extras, no flashy nonsense — just a practical bag that should sit nicely alongside the rest of a Thinking Anglers setup.
The dimensions come in at 45cm high, 40cm wide and 27cm deep. That gives it a useful, boxy footprint. You get enough room for a fair bit of session kit, while keeping the whole thing relatively neat on the barrow, in the bivvy or tucked beside your chair.
That boxy shape is more useful than it might first sound. Rather than collapsing into a heap whenever you put it down, the rucksack can stand freely. Dead handy when you’re sorting rigs, reaching for a brew or trying to find that one little tub that’s somehow vanished into the bottom of your luggage.
The hard, waterproof base is another proper bank-friendly touch. It helps the bag stay planted on damp grass and gives the contents a bit of protection from wet ground. You can put it down without immediately worrying that the base is going to soak through after a bit of drizzle or a splash around the swim.
There’s external storage built into both sides, with three elasticated bankstick holders on each side. That’s six holders altogether, so you’ve got plenty of room for banksticks and similar slim items. The additional elastic and webbing on the side pockets gives you more options for keeping little bits close to hand.
Inside and outside, there are pockets for splitting your kit up. That matters on a short session. You don’t want to empty the whole bag onto the bivvy groundsheet just to find a set of leads, a marker float or a handful of swivels. Keeping the small stuff separated makes the whole routine a bit less of a faff.
The top pocket has a removable EVA tray, which is a cracking feature for rig work. Leave it in and you’ve got a firmer, cleaner area for tackle and bits. Take it out when you want to use the pocket for something bulkier. The top pocket straps are adjustable too, so you can secure the load rather than letting everything rattle about.
Carrying should be comfortable enough for the sort of distances this bag is aimed at. The back and shoulder straps are padded and adjustable, while strong lifting handles give you an easy grab when loading the barrow or moving around the swim. It’s not just a bag for sitting beside the bivvy — it makes sense when you’re on the move.
The main limitation is the format. A compact rucksack like this won’t swallow the contents of a full-size holdall, cooking kit and a week’s clothing. But for a quick overnight, a short carp hit or a mobile river session, that’s precisely why it works. It keeps the load sensible, stands up when you put it down and even doubles as a bivvy table. Pretty bob on, really.
Specifications
The nuts and bolts
- Material
- Camfleck 600D fabric
- Dimensions
- 45cm high x 40cm wide x 27cm deep
- Bankstick storage
- Three elasticated holders on each side
- Base
- Hard and waterproof
- Carry system
- Adjustable padded back and shoulder straps, plus strong lifting handles
- Extra use
- Can be used as a bivvy table
Specs checked with Thinking Anglers, Oct 2026.
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Our take
Why this rucksack stands out
The big selling point is how it works as more than just a bag. Its boxy shape lets it stand freely, while the removable EVA tray and hard base mean it can double up as a bivvy table. Add the bankstick storage and adjustable straps, and it’s clearly been designed around real bank life rather than just looking the part.
Closer look
A compact bag with a few clever tricks
The Camfleck 600D fabric gives this rucksack a suitably robust outer, while the hard waterproof base helps it cope with wet banks and mucky swims. The free-standing, boxy shape is a real practical win when you’re sorting kit or using the bag beside the chair.
Storage is nicely spread around the design. There are internal and external pockets, side pockets with extra elastic and webbing, and three elasticated bankstick holders on each side. The top pocket’s removable EVA tray is especially useful for rigs, leads, hooks and other small tackle.
The padded, adjustable back and shoulder straps make it a proper carry option rather than a box with straps bolted on. Strong lifting handles help when you’re shifting it onto a barrow or into the car, and the adjustable top pocket straps let you keep the load tidy.
Worth knowing. The bag can be used as a bivvy table. That makes the EVA tray and firm boxy construction more than just storage features — they help turn one piece of luggage into a useful bit of camp furniture.
Who it suits
Best for short, tidy and mobile sessions
For an overnight carp session, this gives you a neat home for tackle, bait accessories, clothing and general bank bits without forcing you into a massive luggage system. It should suit anglers who like to keep the setup compact and avoid taking half the shed to the lake.
River anglers should also get on well with it. The rucksack format makes sense when you’re walking between swims, while the side holders keep banksticks and similar gear easy to carry. It’s a much more natural fit for mobile fishing than a wide, floppy carryall.
It’s less convincing for long campaigns where you need spare layers, food, cooking kit and loads of tackle. You can still use it as part of a bigger setup, but on its own it’s aimed at the angler who wants the essentials rather than every possible bit of clobber.
FAQs in full
The bits you’ll want to know before buying
How big is it? The rucksack measures 45cm high by 40cm wide by 27cm deep. That’s a compact but useful size for short-session luggage, with enough structure to stand freely rather than slumping over.
What can go on the outside? Each side has three elasticated bankstick holders, plus extra elastic and webbing around the side pockets. That gives you flexible storage for banksticks and other slim or lightweight items you want to keep accessible.
Does it have a dedicated tackle tray? The top pocket includes a removable EVA tray. It’s handy for keeping small tackle organised, and taking it out gives you more flexibility when you need the pocket for less structured kit.
Worth knowing. Think of this as a compact session rucksack with table duties, not a full expedition luggage system. Pack it sensibly and it should be spot on; try to make it carry everything for a week away and you’ll be asking a bit much of it.
On paper
Pros & cons
What we like
- Hard, waterproof base keeps the bag stable and helps protect the contents.
- Six elasticated bankstick holders give you loads of handy external storage.
- Removable EVA tray makes the top pocket useful for rigs and small tackle.
- Padded, adjustable straps make carrying more comfortable.
- Boxy shape stands freely instead of flopping over on the bank.
Worth knowing
- The boxy shape is practical but less suited to squeezing through very tight swims.
- Its compact session-focused format won’t carry everything needed for a long campaign.
- External holders and webbing can catch on branches or snaggy swims if you’re moving through heavy cover.
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Your questions answered
What anglers want to know
The stuff you’d ask your mate on the next peg. Straight answers, no waffle.
01Can the Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack be used as a table?
Can the Thinking Anglers Camfleck Fishing Rucksack be used as a table?
Yes. Its boxy shape allows it to stand freely, and the design means it can be used as a bivvy table. The removable EVA tray in the top pocket is useful for keeping small tackle and rig bits organised.
02How many banksticks can it carry externally?
How many banksticks can it carry externally?
There are three elasticated bankstick holders on each side, giving six holders in total. Both side pockets also have extra elastic and webbing for securing more small items.
03What sort of fishing is it suited to?
What sort of fishing is it suited to?
It’s designed for overnight, short-session and river angling. That makes it a good fit for compact carp sessions, roving coarse fishing and any trip where you want your essentials on your back rather than spread across a mountain of luggage.
What anglers say
The word from the bank
Our read: a dead handy rucksack for compact sessions. The strongest reasons to choose it are hard, waterproof base keeps the bag stable and helps protect the contents. and six elasticated bankstick holders give you loads of handy external storage.; the main trade-off is the boxy shape is practical but less suited to squeezing through very tight swims..
Our take on the feedback
Why it appeals
Checked Sept '26 — “Hard, waterproof base keeps the bag stable and helps protect the contents.”
Best fit
Checked Sept '26 — “Short-session and overnight carp anglers: It gives you a neat way to carry tackle, bait bits and personal kit without lugging a giant holdall around.”
Worth knowing
Checked Sept '26 — “The boxy shape is practical but less suited to squeezing through very tight swims.”
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