Article Updated: February 2019 A carp bivvy is your ‘home on the bank’, so when it gets down to choosing the perfect carp bivvy, it needs to be just right! Nowadays, there is a growing variety of styles, shapes and sizes tailored to all carp anglers requirements. The competition amongst …
Among your fishing gear you will have such as rods, reels, tackle and all the additional stuff such as a good bait box, and your other fishing kit. But have you got the best fishing head torch? Now these are not exclusively fishing products. Some people use them while out …
The beauty of fishing, one of the most popular pastimes of all, is that you can take your time. Unless you’re under match conditions there is never a time limit, and as long as the fishery allows you to be there, it’s up to you how long you stay. Don’t …
Every fisherman – or woman, as our sport is popular with both sexes – likes to have the right equipment to hand, and that means having a set of rods for every occasion. Among your kit you should have a carp stalking rod, an essential item if you are fishing …
Among your regular fishing kit you will surely have a few bits and pieces that you don’t use all the time. Among these will be landing nets, which are not permitted in some fisheries except in match conditions. A good net will be strong enough to handle a decent-sized fish, …
They say a workman is only as good as his tools, and the same can be said of a fisherman! You need decent gear if you are going to be at all successful, and that means finding the best in even the smaller items, as well as your main items …
Among the many items that can make fishing more enjoyable are several that perform seemingly minor yet actually essential roles. Some of these you may not consider essential when you buy your basic kit, but one – the meat cutter – will soon become a must-have item among your more …
As an angler, you want to make sure you have the best kit available to make your day at the river or lake more enjoyable, let alone easier! Some of the kit you have will be standard – rods, reels, poles and a fishing bag with your tackle – and …
One of the most popular participation sports in the world, and in the UK, fishing is a pastime that can be enjoyed by both youngsters and older people. It’s all about patience and having the skills to land that prize fish, and like all such pursuits, if you have the …
The fine and beautiful county of Shropshire is home to Merrington Carp Fishery, an excellent and long-established facility that is popular not only with local anglers, but draws fisherman in from further afield. The fishery is a short distance from the cities of Shrewsbury and Telford, and with two lakes …
Situated in the beautiful county of Cheshire, home to many fine fishing lakes, Meadow View Fisheries is an established fishing destination for local anglers and those from further afield. Close to the town of Lymm, and not far from Warrington, a choice of three lakes appeals to fishermen of all …
Located on what was once Gorsty Estate, close to the towns of Crewe and Nantwich in Cheshire, Gorsty Carp Fishing offers a choice of two lakes – one, an ancient natural water with varied fishing opportunities across a range of species including bream, tench and carp, and the second a …
As with all sports and pastimes, fishing is best enjoyed when you are happy you have the best equipment for the job. You may not be able to afford high-end fishing gear, but that does not mean you can’t have quality kit, as even the most costly has come down …
The increased popularity in fluorocarbon line has come about for a variety of reasons, not least that is very tough and readily available. It may not be the most manageable of lines – that remains with the traditional mono – but it is very versatile, and brings with it a …
If you’re a fan of Daiwa, then you’ll love our Daiwa carp rod reviews. Known for designing great looking rods, at very competitive prices, they’re a trusted brand within the carp scene. So, let’s review a few of the more well known carp rods, made by Daiwa. Daiwa Black Widow …
Introduction The Sonik SKS Carp rod review received a decent rating from us – which prompted us to review the spod rod from the same range. The Review Cast from slim multi-modulus carbon fiber blanks, this sleek and chunky spod rod looks fantastic. At 12ft from base to tip, this …
Shimano are a pretty decent carp rod manufacturer. In fact, according to their website – there are over 16 models including the Tribal, Catana and Alivio series. Don’t miss: Shimano tribal velocity review Precision in design using the highest quality blanks, means Shimano create excellent rods for the modern angler …
Perhaps one of the most important is a carp rod, you can’t really fish without one. Lengths range from 9ft up to 14ft, with many different types and styles available. So, what should you look for when choosing a Carp Rod? There are many answers to this question, but firstly, …
We’ve got the privilege of owning a pair of Sonik SKS rods, and we can tell you that they are incredible! Reliable and responsive, there a real blend of raw casting power whilst maintaining that delicate hand-to-hand close combat required. Don’t miss: The Sonik SKS Spod Rod Review The …
Here it is folks – the Shimano Tribal Velocity Review! Made from top quality components and built on slim, responsive XT60 blanks, the Tribal Velocity offers the carp angler powerful casting action. The progressive playing action makes this rod feel smooth and balanced, and we’re happy to see that Shimao …