Fox Carpmaster Camo Air Unhooking Mat XL review
A large inflatable mat for big fish: 125 × 70 cm inside, with walls you can turn into a flat surface.
A large inflatable mat for big fish: 125 × 70 cm inside, with walls you can turn into a flat surface.
Best for: Anglers after big carp who want a large, well-padded mat that still packs down.
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Where this kit fits in
The Carpmaster Air comes in a standard size (100 × 50 cm inside) and this XL (125 × 70 cm). The standard version is currently unavailable on Amazon UK.
How it actually works on the bank
The valves sit at the end of the mat, so the air pushes out easily when you roll it up. Fox says it can be used the normal way as a cradle-style mat, or upside down, which gives a flat surface that makes very large carp easier to lift and control; the cover is then folded over and fixed the other way with its Velcro straps. The listing gives a weight of 6.5 kg and PVC with 210D polyester.
The full picture
Fox's listing describes an inflatable unhooking mat with two robust, replaceable air chambers, a removable 50 mm high-density foam floor, peg eyelets so the wind cannot move it, and an elastic safety cover with Velcro. The internal size is 125 × 70 cm; a carry bag and foot pump are included.
What we like
- 125 × 70 cm inside: room for big fish
- Two replaceable air chambers
- 50 mm foam floor
- Pump and carry bag included
What we don't
- 6.5 kg and needs pumping up
- Costs more than Nash's Air Cradle
- Air chambers can puncture: carry a repair kit
- Large for small swims
Key specifications
| Internal size | 125 × 70 cm |
| Weight | 6.5 kg (Fox listing) |
| Construction | Two replaceable air chambers, 50 mm foam floor |
| Material | PVC and 210D polyester |
| Included | Carry bag and foot pump |
| Code | CCC045 |
Long-term ownership notes
Inflatable mats last for years if they are rinsed, dried and stored deflated; the air chambers can be replaced if one fails.
Care & maintenance schedule
The routine that keeps the Fox platform running for its expected lifespan.
- Wet the mat before every fish
- Rinse off slime and mud after the session
- Dry fully before packing
- Check the valves and chambers for leaks each trip
Common issues owners report
Problems reported by long-term users, plus the practical fixes.
- Slow leak - fix: find it with soapy water and patch, or replace the chamber
- Mat moves in the wind - fix: peg it through the eyelets
- Smell from packing wet - fix: rinse and dry fully
If you'd rather spend more or less
Upgrade
Downgrade
Nash Carp Care Air Cradle Camo (T0070) - £170
Nash's Carp Care Air Cradle usually costs a little less (about £170 to £200 in UK shops in November 2026) and holds the fish in a raised, walled cradle.
See on Amazon UKCommon questions
Is the Fox Carpmaster Camo Air Unhooking Mat XL worth the price?
At about £210 in UK shops (November 2026), we score it 4.3/5 from its specs and published owner reviews, because a large inflatable mat for big fish: 125 × 70 cm inside, with walls you can turn into a flat surface. Whether that is worth the money depends on how the strengths above line up with your session type and venue.
How does it compare to other mats in this bracket?
See our full unhooking mats & cradles comparison for direct alternatives at higher and lower price points.
Where should I buy it in the UK?
Amazon UK is usually the fastest route with the strongest return policy on kit over £100. Tackle-specific retailers (Angling Direct, Nash Direct, Trakker UK) sometimes match on price and add extras like matched accessories. Check both before committing.
Others in the same category
Nash Carp Care Air Cradle Camo (T0070)
An inflatable cradle that packs small for its size - the trade-off is a pump and a puncture risk.
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