carp fishing

  1. Overthinking! - Four Things To Keep You Confident

    Overthinking! -  Four Things To Keep You Confident
    In carp fishing, there are so many different factors and as a result it is easy to overthink things a lot in your fishing. This can result in you not fishing to the best of your ability. The best thing you can do is learn that confidence is key! If you're confident in your angling then you are more likely...
  2. Things You can Change To Land More Fish This Winter

    Things You can Change To Land More Fish This Winter
    During the colder months, Carp act a lot differently to how they usually do, they turn docile and a lot less active. As a result when they do feed it will be different to usual, meaning your usual rigs may not land as many fish. Here you can figure out what to change in order to land more fish Shorten...
  3. Locating Carp in The Winter Months

    Locating Carp in The Winter Months
    Locating Carp in the colder months is something easier said than done. As we know during the colder months the carp are a lot less active than usual which makes locating them tricky, however here are some tips which should help. Laps! Do your laps of the lake until you're settled on a swim you're confident in. Doing laps could...
  4. How to Deal With Bird Life Whilst Fishing

    How to Deal With Bird Life Whilst Fishing
    Birds can be a pain when fishing, having them diving on your spots and scoffing your bait. They can easily wipe 5kg of boilies in one sitting and not to mention damage your rigs. This blog should tell you ways you can avoid bird life. Bait Up At Night In my experience, I've found that baiting up in the pitch...
  5. Keep Comfy Throughout Winter and Catch More Fish

    Keep Comfy Throughout Winter and Catch More Fish
    Keeping comfy whilst fishing can be an advantage, especially throughout winter months! During the colder months conditions can be a lot harsher with the cold meaning it is more important to keep yourself comfy during this time. If you get too cold then you are less likely to enjoy your fishing after all! Clothing Obtaining a good set of waterproofs...
  6. Natural Food - What Do Carp Eat What Isn't Bait

    Natural Food - What Do Carp Eat What Isn't Bait
    Majority of carp lakes nowadays are rich with natural food for the carp which is very important for the diet. Majority of natural foods are packed with proteins and vital nutrients which the carp needs. Here is some common natural food which carp love. Daphina Daphina in particular is a massive part of their diet. Daphnia populations are in a...
  7. How To Make Your Fishing Easier With Your Swim Layout

    How To Make Your Fishing Easier With Your Swim Layout
    This may not seem important, but in my eyes it is! Swim layout seems just a fad to look "carpy" or whatever but it also reduces a lot of hazards and makes your angling easier. This is how you achieve a swim layout which will make your fishing easier Rods and Landing Nets. When setting up your banksticks, ensure they...
  8. Barrows - The Most Efficient Way To Load A Barrow

    Barrows - The Most Efficient Way To Load A Barrow
    Owning a barrow will be a game changer to your carp fishing. Being able to transport all your gear in one trip with less strain on your back is essential. You can transport your gear a longer distance easier with a barrow. Let's also not forget the amount of other uses they have for things outside of fishing. They're brilliant...
  9. Feature Finding - How to Find Features In Open Water

    Feature Finding - How to Find Features In Open Water
    Fishing open water can leave anglers unconfident. With what looks like no-features or cover for the carp - this could not be further from the truth! There is often a range of different lake beds, features and all sorts on a lake bed. To find these, you need to know how to feel the lead down, what different lake beds...
  10. Autumn Fishing - How To Make the Most of It

    Autumn Fishing - How To Make the Most of It
    Autumn is one of my favourite seasons to get out. The scenery is beautiful with falling leaves and the fish are super active. Here is how I make the most of autumn before it gets to winter. Bait When the lake starts to slow up, change your baiting approach. Change from boilies to something a bit more supple. Boilie crumb...

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