Category: Fish

It is important to soak them for at least 24hrs. Bring to the boil and then simmer for a minimum of 20–40 minutes, adding sweeteners, flavours, syrup etc. prior to cooking. How do you look after them? How long will particle mix last? Prepared particles Store in the freezer, these will last for approx 4-8 […]

To get ready to fish for carp, you’ll need a few items. Both spinning and spin-cast rods spooled with 8- to 10-pound-test line work well for all but our largest carp. Many anglers prefer spinning reels with rear drag controls for easier adjustment when fighting a large carp. What line do you need for 30lb […]

7 BEST Bait Ideas for Winter Carp Fishing Best Winter Bait #1: Boilies. Best Winter Bait #2: Maggots. Best Winter Bait #3: Lobworms. Best Winter Bait #4: Corn. Best Winter Bait #5: Hemp. Best Winter Bait #6: Groundbait. Best Winter Bait #7: Flavoured bread. What’s the best bait for carp in the winter? Pellets. 99% […]

Sweets. Although I would not advise using sweets as free offerings, they make great hookbaits if rules allow it. Many people from my local club water used to catch carp on a vast amount of sweet hookbaits such as jelly babies, marshmallows and bubble gum balls. What are carp most attracted to? Krill powder and […]

As most of you are aware the carp like to feed heavily at that time of year especially in deep silty areas, so by fishing a white hook bait it find it stands out perfectly over the lakebed. What colours attract carp? That means carp and our other freshwater fish haven’t evolved in an environment […]

Carp fishing with maggots can work exceptionally well for catching carp, especially in the colder winter months. In these colder months the carp become less active, they feed less and move less. What colour maggots are best for carp? Red, white, green, bronze and even blue, it’s not just a case of catching the angler’s […]

“Carp have acute eyesight and as such anything that is unnatural to them during the hours of darkness, i.e. shining a torch on them, will certainly be more than likely to spook them. Do carp like light? In clear water and bright sunny conditions, the carp’s ability to see is very good depending on water […]

The reason the fish are jumping but not biting is that you aren’t using the right lure, fly, or bait. When fish are jumping, it usually means they are feeding on something near the surface, and if you don’t present something that imitates what they are eating, then they won’t bite. What does it mean […]

Carp are one of the most popular fish for bowfishing enthusiasts because they stick to mid-level depths close to the river bank or lake shoreline where bowfishers can aim accurately. The best fishing areas are usually the hardest to access by boat, so you may need to wade into the water from the bank. Are […]

Still as effective as ever, the worm is as natural as they come, the carp are used to eating these and they absolutely love them. Worms work well at any time of year, but again, are easier to use through the winter when other species slow down. What bait is best for carp in winter? […]

We recommend feeding your fish once a day. However, some fish owners will like to do it twice a day but feed in smaller portions, instead of feeding all their food in one massive clump. The amount of times you feed your fish is a preference as long as you feed them the correct amount. […]

YES, it is! Carp fishing with worms is an excellent idea. They are a part of carp`s natural diet, and their wiggling motion and irresistible scent can attract almost any carp. Worms can be used year-round, but they are especially useful in winter. Can you use worms to catch carp? Yes, carp do eat worms. […]

The toxin enters the bloodstream of fish through their gills and inhibits cellular respiration. So far only one bighead carp has been found among the thousands of dead fish removed from the canal, but authorities say carp tend to sink when poisoned. Why is carp not edible? As with all fish, where it is caught, […]

Carp have very small mouths compared to their bodies Finally, most anglers have a hard time catching carp because they have very small mouths compared to other freshwater species. You can use a pretty good size hook and catch most larger freshwater species like bass or catfish. Why is carp fishing hard? If you are […]

Pellets. 99% of the carp we fish for have been fed on pellets in their early lives so it stands to reason that pellets can be a great winter carp bait. Many lakes even feed their fish over the winter on a pellet based diet to keep the fish in good condition and keep them […]

A carp does not have teeth, you do not need to use a lip-grip vice to hold them. I would not recommend however sticking your fingers down the mouth of a carp. They do have very strong crushing plates at the back of their mouths, they can crush nuts and berries with ease, as well […]

Bacon Grill and chopped pork and ham were among the first baits I ever used and both still have a constant place in my emergency bait supplies stashed in the car, thanks to their long shelf life and adaptability. Bacon Grill remains one of my favourite brands, being quite firm and sinking well. Do carp […]

Or can you catch fish with it? Yes, dog food attracts fish, especially catfish, panfish, and carps. Most anglers use dry pelleted dog food, either on its own or combined with flour, water, and cornstarch to make it doughier. What is the best food to catch carp? As above, Sweet corn and bread are two […]

Short rigs: 4 to 5” or 10 to 12cms. Medium rigs: 8 to 10” or 20 to 25cms. Long rigs: longer than 10” or 25cms. How long should hook lengths be? OPINION differs as to how long a hooklength should be. Some canal anglers use hooklengths as short as four inches. Other anglers fishing slow-sinking […]

They can be on the deck or up in the water, and in the middle of the lake they are very often close to the surface, even in cold conditions. Facing south in winter. What bait is best for carp in winter? Pellets. 99% of the carp we fish for have been fed on pellets […]