How Adam Reed loads his MK8 Carp Porter (missing images and header)

Here our very own Adam Read walks you through how he sets up his MK8 Power Porter

Whether he’s heading out for a single overnighter or a five-night session, Adam’s approach to packing his Carp Porter barrow stays largely the same. With a consistent layout and a few thoughtful packing choices, he makes full use of the Dark Kamo luggage range to stay organised, efficient, and ready to fish from the moment he arrives at the swim.

Adam has fully kitted out his barrow using the Carp Porter Dark Kamo luggage system, chosen for its smart design, durability, and how easily it allows him to access the gear he needs. His goal is to make the barrow work for him—by keeping everything in its place and ensuring the most-used items are always close to hand.

In one side bag on the barrow, Adam packs key tackle items:

By keeping these in a side bag, he can get to them instantly—perfect for getting set up fast when arriving at the swim.

On the other side, he stores personal essentials like:

At the front of the barrow, Adam uses the Dark Kamo Compact Barrow Bag—his favourite piece from the range. In the main compartment, he packs:

When it’s time to set up, the bag detaches quickly and sits right next to his bedchair for easy access throughout the session.

Adam keeps the Barrow Tidy Bag at the rear of his barrow. It’s home to various spare items but most importantly, his barrow cover, which he always brings along. Once he’s set up, he loads gear back onto the barrow and uses the cover to protect everything if bad weather moves in.

In the Drop in bag in the centre, he stores soft items like:

Even fully loaded, Adam’s setup still leaves room for more—proof of an efficient system that avoids unnecessary bulk.

Adam always follows a specific loading order to balance his gear properly and ensure everything is secure:

To finish, Adam uses Carp Porter’s barrow straps, which work in conjunction with the Dark Kamo side bags. These clever straps include integrated loops, allowing him to secure his load tightly—without blocking access to the side bag zips. That means even once the barrow is fully loaded and strapped down, he can still grab his buzz bars or waterproofs without having to unload everything.