The Imax Storm Safe Beach Shelter V2 has ample space for an angler and all his gear and you can even get two of you inside providing you do not mind a bit of a squeeze! There are roll up doors at the front and these have been designed to give even greater protection should you need it. This is another good example of how a beach shelter should be. It is light, waterproof and dead simple to put up – even in high winds. However, having sung its praises, I have to say that the latest one is more akin to a task on the Krypton Factor! It now comprises several separate pieces, whereas the original one went up in one go. The four legs each come in two sections, which makes the Buddy more compact for transporting, although they can be left in permanently if wanted. There are also two covers to locate for assembly completion, which makes it all a bit fiddly on the beach when it is windy. While a shelter can provide protection from the elements on rough days, one is also useful on very hot days, providing much needed shade for anglers and especially bait. Cool boxes and the like function a lot better when kept out of direct sunlight, and if you’re keeping a few fish for the table then they’ll help keep them in good condition.

Once the frame has been assembled you then open the shelter to your desired pitch and then spread out he red skirts. The Imax Storm Safe has the now classic domed beach shelter shape which is a design proven to protect you from wind and rain. The use of Beach Shelters is particularly popular among anglers who want to stay protected and comfortable while fishing. The shelter provides a safe and secure place to store fishing gear, food, and drinks, as well as a space to take a break from the sun or rain. It also allows anglers to fish for longer periods, as they can stay out of the sun and wind, which can be exhausting and uncomfortable. Compared with the bivvies used by carp anglers, shore shelters are generally small and lightweight and have relatively compact ‘footprints’. However, there are some very substantial shelters on the market that do offer more space, but this inevitably comes at a cost in respect of extra weight and bigger size, even when folded down. Larger shelters are probably worth considering if you fish long sessions on particular beach marks regularly, whereas smaller, lighter shelters are ideal for shorter sessions.

In my opinion it is a little bit of a fiddle to assemble, especially in windy conditions. Also, storing gear in it is a touch limited due to its acute shape.

Beach Shelters come in a range of sizes, from small one-man shelters to larger family-sized shelters. They are also available in a variety of styles, including pop-up shelters, dome shelters, and tunnel shelters, to suit different preferences and needs. In addition to the interior space, the shelter comes with a 40cm sand skirt so that you are not getting the luggage you are storing inside the shelter covered in dirt and sand. To make carrying to the beach that much easier, the tent comes in a nylon carry.Manufactured from heavy-duty nylon and supported by aluminium legs, the Beach Dream is all that a shelter should be. Now all that is left to do is insert the front peg, pull over the cover and secure it using the Velcro fasteners… That’s it! In only a matter of moments, you have a shelter ready to keep you, your gear and bait undercover from the elements.