Preston Innovations Competition Double Net Bag

Preston Innovations Competition Double Net Bag

The Preston Innovations Competition Double Net Bag is an essential piece of luggage for any match or coarse angler who knows the nightmare of driving home after a successful session with wet, dripping keepnets. There is nothing worse than the dreaded “wet-net aroma” leaking into your car boot. Preston has engineered a perfect, budget-friendly solution that combines absolute waterproof reliability with smart, streamlined storage.

As part of the highly acclaimed Competition luggage range, this double net bag features an advanced, fully welded inner compartment. This creates a 100% watertight seal that locks in both moisture and unpleasant odors. It is sized perfectly to accommodate the demands of modern commercial fisheries, easily swallowing two full-sized keepnets alongside a pair of landing net heads, while keeping your outer gear and vehicle completely bone-dry.

At Gerry’s Fishing, we value practicality. This bag doesn’t just store your wet gear; it also features a heavy-duty front pocket designed to swallow bulky side trays or bait riddles, allowing you to compress your peg essentials into one easy-to-carry, high-performance shoulder bag.

Technical Specifications

Key Features & Construction

• 100% Welded Waterproof Inner Liner: The ultimate defense against leaks. The inner compartment is fully heat-welded rather than stitched. This completely eliminates stitch holes, ensuring that every drop of slime, water, and muck stays securely trapped inside the bag until you are ready to clean it out.

• Extra-Thick Reinforced Base: Net bags take a serious beating on concrete towpaths, gravel banks, and muddy car parks. Preston has fortified this bag with an ultra-thick, rigid waterproof base that prevents punctures from sharp stones and stops dampness from seeping into the bag from the ground.

• Enlarged Front Accessory Pocket: Located on the exterior, this generous pocket is the perfect home for dry tackle items that usually clutter your carryall. It easily accommodates standard side trays, off-box attachments, or groundbait riddles, keeping them isolated from your wet nets.

• Heavy-Duty Branded Zips: Fitted with oversized, smooth-gliding zippers that resist the corrosive effects of grit, groundbait, and slime. They feature ergonomic pullers, making it incredibly easy to open the bag even with cold, wet fingers at the end of a long winter match.

• Comfortable Padded Carry System: Designed to make long walks to distant pegs entirely stress-free. The bag features a fully adjustable, thickly padded shoulder strap that balances the load perfectly across your body, alongside a reinforced neoprene grab handle for quick lifting.

Where to Use: Recommended Scenarios

• Commercial Match Circuits: The definitive home for this bag. With modern commercial rules frequently requiring separate keepnets for silverfish and carp to protect fish welfare, the dual-net capacity allows you to carry your full netting array in one neat package.

• Canal and River Towpath Angling: Perfect for the roving or match angler walking long distances along riverbanks or canal towpaths. Its compact 19cm depth profile keeps the bag tight to your body, ensuring you don’t snag on brambles or block tight pathways.

• Fast-Paced Pleasure Sessions: Ideal for weekend pleasure anglers who want a simple, no-nonsense storage system. You can drop your wet gear inside, zip it up, and throw it straight onto the back seat or into the boot of your car without worrying about ruinous stains or lingering smells.

The Gerry’s Fishing Verdict

The Preston Competition Double Net Bag is a masterclass in combining high-end utility with exceptional value. It strips away unnecessary gimmicks and focuses on what actually matters: stopping water from escaping into your vehicle. The materials are incredibly hard-wearing, the welded seams are flawless, and the inclusion of the front pocket for side trays shows Preston’s deep understanding of the modern match angler’s workflow. It is tough, completely reliable, and worth every single penny.

Gerry’s Pro Tip: While the welded inner liner is 100% waterproof and brilliant for transport, never leave your wet nets zipped inside the bag for days on end once you get home. Wet carbon frames and damp mesh are breeding grounds for mold, rot, and bacteria that will rapidly degrade your keepnets and cause the bag to smell foul. The moment you get home from a session, unzip the bag, hang your nets out to air-dry thoroughly in the garden or garage, and give the inside of the EVA liner a quick swill with fresh water. This simple habit keeps your nets in pristine condition and ensures your luggage stays fresh for your next outing!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Will this bag comfortably hold standard 3-meter commercial keepnets?

Yes, absolutely. The 60cm width and 55cm height are universally sized to accept all standard rectangular and round match keepnets on the market today, including standard 2.5m and 3m carp or silverfish nets from Preston, Guru, and Daiwa.

Is the front accessory pocket waterproof as well?

The front pocket is made from the same hard-wearing, water-resistant outer material to shield your gear from rainfall, but it does not feature the fully welded inner EVA lining found in the main compartment. It is specifically designed to hold dry items like side trays, riddles, or unhooking mats away from your wet nets.

Can it hold more than two keepnets if forced?

While it is comfortably optimized to house two full keepnets and a couple of landing net heads without putting undue stress on the zippers, you can technically slide a third fine-mesh or compact silverfish net inside if they are completely collapsed and packed flat. However, to guarantee the longest lifespan for the welded seams, we recommend sticking to its designated two-net layout.