The advent of the pram hood bivvy brought about a whole new wave of newly designed lightweight shelters aimed at the brolly angler, and so whilst some of the current brolly shelters don’t actually have a brolly design, they offer increased levels of space (due to an external framework) yet remain just as easy to erect and transport, and thus are still classed as lightweight brolly shelters or brolly domes. They also add that extra little bit of space that could be handy for something like a bivvy table or a bivvy heater if the conditions are cold. The Daiwa Mission Overnighter comes complete with Second storm caps which are positioned at the sides for greater application of shorter storm rods of the users choice. The 190T polyester fabric will keep the rain off you whilst the PVC viewing panels allow you to still see what's going on in your swim whilst you remain fully protected from the elements. Some anglers may prefer to keep this fitted, which is useful if setting up your umbrella over wet ground. This proved to be easy using the telescopic alloy storm rods. It took me around 5 minutes.

Verdict– For us, the Crossfire sits somewhere between the Aqualite and the Armo. It’s perhaps more sturdy than the Aqualite, but not as nimble or as fast to set up, yet on the other hand, it’s not as cumbersome as the Armo. As such, it’s ideal for the overnight or short stay angler who wants that extra protection but without all the extra weight! The best brolly system will have several important features. First of all (and it should be obvious) you want your brolly to be waterproof. Features such as taped seams and drainage systems ensure that it stays watertight. Supplied separately the overwrap converts the shelter to a mini bivvy and also features a roll up zippable door for easy access.A convient 5'6 when folded, 2.3m wide and 1.5m tall when fully erect.

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The Daiwa Mission provides extended storm sides to help protect against heavy winds and horizontal rain. You also benefit from groundsheet protection which is handy if you want a dry surface available to you before you stow your gear. The Daiwa Mission Overnighter come supplied with two strong storm rods. This gives the brolly the additional structural support that you’ll require. The Mission Overnighter also comes fitted with second storm caps, which are located on the sides of the brolly and can be used with shorter storm rods (not supplied). These are ideal for use in the windiest and wettest conditions, when you want that little extra support to prevent the brolly from flapping or shuddering in the wind. The Overnighter is also easily adapted to a full shelter system offering protection from all angles by fitting the matching overwrap (available to buy separately). This overwrap has easy access doors and can transform the brolly into a mini-bivvy, making this one of the most versatile systems available.

We found that the Fox R-series brolly system is a really solid, well thought-out, and well-built fishing shelter and is a great all-rounder. The canopy of the shelter is constructed from PU-coated nylon, which has been treated to increase its durability and extend its lifespan. The Daiwa Mission Overnighter's canopy is made from extra durable "pu" coated nylon and also features strong taped seams. Easy travelling, summertime comfort, and the compact footprint that grants you access to secluded, rewarding swims. For mission-focused anglers who've heard the voice of the waters, thr Daiwa Mission Overnighter Brolly is the only short stay shelter you'll ever need.

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Anglers who want a little bit more than an umbrella-style day shelter with an easy to setup bivvy option. As a general rule of thumb, the higher the ‘mm’ rating, the more waterproof the brolly. It’s also worth mentioning that you don’t want to be sitting or putting your gear on wet ground. A groundsheet keeps everything under the brolly nice, dry and protects against rising damp.

As to why you should choose a brolly system over other solutions? Well, in comparison to a bivvy it is much lighter whilst giving many of the same benefits. The frame of the shelter comes already set up, so you don't have to spend time assembling poles and threading them through the tent's fabric.

There are various extras you can get (many of which come as standard) with oval brollies including groundsheets, front panels with windows and roll up and removable doors, and even full winter wraps. All these extras only add to the versatility of the oval brolly and allow the angler to simply take the extras required to cater for the conditions at hand.