Every good fisherman knows the kit he or she needs, and that extends well beyond the rods, reels, line and bait. Some of the best fishing spots are, after all, off the beaten track, and they may not be reachable by car. This can mean waling some considerable distances to …
Fishing is one of the most popular pastimes – and participation sports – in the world, and with good reason. It’s a very therapeutic sport, takes you back to basics with nature, and requires a number of skills that you will learn along the way. Carp fishing is among the …
All experienced fishermen know that a good weigh sling is essential for when carp fishing. Not only is the right sling easy to use and durable, but it will be designed for the safety of the fish. Don’t miss: Boilie catapults A good carp weigh sling will be light to …
The sheer variety involved in fishing techniques is part of the appeal. You will never learn every single technique and type of fishing, so you always have something new to learn. When it comes to fishing for carp and specimen fish, different people have their own idea as to the …
The fixed spool reel remains one of the most popular types of reel, and with good reason. First developed to enable the effective casting of very light flies and lures, the fixed spool reel relies on gravity, and tends to be fitted beneath the rod. Don’t miss: Best coarse fishing …
It’s an often-overlooked fact that angling is one of – if not the – most popular participation sports in the world. Whether you are in it for fun, or fish competitively, the satisfaction is in the successful landing of a decent catch. It’s about technique and knowledge, and it’s also …
Terminal Tackle A lot of terminal tackle is used in carp fishing, which you’ll find around the website – the majority used in carp rigs. Let’s briefly run through some of the most popular carp tackle and explain what it’s used for! Leads Carp leads come in all shapes and …
Choosing a Carp Reel Now that you’ve chosen a carp rod, what reel should you buy to go with it? In carp fishing, there are two types, a Big Pit or Freespool reel. You need to chose a reel that compliments your rod because you want to get the balance …
Every experienced fishing guru will tell you that there is no better hobby to accompany fishing than reading. Books are your perfect companions whilst you sit back and enjoy the day, waiting for the line to catch. There are tonnes of books written on the theme of carp fishing and …
If you enjoy your fishing you will be well aware that protection from the wind and rain, and sometimes the sun, is essential. That’s why an umbrella is a vital part of your kit. You probably have one that you use regularly, but does it do the job as best …
Each month we will be highlighting our favourite 100 angling Twitter accounts. From educational to just plain funny, we look for the most unique personalities to add to our list. Dean Macey You might actually recognise Dean as a decathalon athlete but one of his favourite past times is in …
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Whilst your waiting for your rods to spring into action, you deserve to relax and feel as comfortable as possible which is why we reviewed the Best Carp Chairs around! You don’t want anything cheap and nasty, that will either collapse after a few sessions on the bank, or get …
The love for a great looking Carp Tattoo is endless. Some tattoos are simplistic, others absolutely outrageous! (Some I would never consider inking ourselves myself with!) After digging deep around the web I’ve discovered a wide variety, including the popular Koi Carp! So, let’s take a look at 13 of …
Carp Fishing DVD’s: Carpy Tales & Modern Angling Tactics Hello, and welcome to our Carp Fishing DVD round-up post. We know there’s YouTube and other video websites where, after a click or two, you can watch thousand upon thousands of carp fishing tips and tricks. But sometimes, its actually nice …
Hello, and welcome to some great carp barrow reviews. Long gone are the days of carrying your tackle to your car, or around the lake – since the introduction of barrows, there is no reason not to spend an hour recovering from back ache! There are many sizes …
Big pit reels and freespool reels are the two main types used in carp angling. ‘Big Pit’ takes its name from there original use (25 years ago) as a hard-wearing, industrious reel suited to gravel pits. They are big and bold – and for anglers, this is the main …
Over 25 Carp Bait Suppliers We’ve pieced together a mammoth list of carp bait suppliers just for you! From Mainline to CCMoore – there are so many to choose from folks! We’ve world renowned international stockists to new startup bait suppliers looking to make their mark in the highly competitive …
Hello again, and welcome to one of the juiciest sections of the website – carp fishing tips! Over the years, we’ve received a lot of questions about choosing one item over another or what the differences can be in tackle as a whole. We’ve even had a question as far …
Bait boats have long divided the angling community, in fact, many carp lakes have banned them (so check this beforehand if you intend on using one!) Bait Boat Comparison There are many pros and cons of course, and we’ll talk about those in a minute. Technology is everywhere these days, …
Why Should I Stalk for Carp? A more active part to carp fishing, stalking can be hard work – and a lot of fun. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoy sitting behind my carp rods watching the lake and the world go by, but when you can get out there …