The Thinking Anglers Unhooking mat has a thick foam base, with a beanie topper, sealed inside to stop the mat taking on water giving full-protection to the fish. The retaining flap has a velcro fastening, attaching round the outside of the mat, so even if a fish flips about the fish is safely secured. The mat also has a kneeling pad and two handy pockets for fish care essentials. Fish care is an important part of our sport and a good unhooking mat is vital to this.