Category: Carp Fishing
The what, where, when and how of catching carp.
I love all kinds of fishing. I particularly like sight fishing and carp fishing though. So it only makes sense that I would really enjoy sight fishing for carp. It is an exciting pursuit. You locate these big fish then target your casts right to them in the hopes of getting a take. When you do …
Doughball is a popular bait for carp and catfish. Like the name says it is basically a ball made out of dough. You work the dough ball around your hook and use it as bait. Doughball can be made from all sorts of different ingredients. People who use doughball have their favorite methods and secret recipes. …
A rod pod is a compact device that can be used to hold several fishing rods at one time. They are most commonly used by carp anglers in Europe. They are especially popular in European carp fishing venues where space can be at a premium. Rod pods are becoming a little more popular in the United …
Pack bait is pretty popular among a lot of carp anglers. In certain paylakes it is almost second nature to most of the people fishing. But pack bait can also work well on wild fish, and on fish other than carp. A good pack bait can help you bring in other species like catfish. Channels cats …
Doughball is one of the most popular baits for carp in the United States. It also works for catfish and other species in America and other parts of the world. Although doughball is commonly made and used, a lot of people still wonder how they can keep doughball on their hook while fishing since the stuff …
A method feeder is a piece of tackle that allows you to present bait particles in the water around your actual hook. The idea is that the bait breaks off into the water and lures in fish to the area. Method feeders are mainly used for carp and catfish, but they are also used for other …
The helicopter rig can help you catch fish in some situations. It is commonly used for carp fishing in the United Kingdom and Europe. But it has applications for different species all around the world. The helicopter rig is best when you want to fish on the bottom but the lake floor is made up of …
The common carp is one of the most common fish species around. It has spread around the world and can now be found in lakes, ponds, rivers and streams all over. Common carp grow to very large sizes and they fight with a strength and speed that most other species. So, what is the easiest way …
The common carp has been described as both the finest gamefish in freshwater and a trash fish. While the merits of anyone who calls a fish that commonly grows to more than twenty pounds and fights with strength and speed “trash” are highly debatable, it is a fact that a lot of people seem to have …
Many people are surprised to learn that you can go fishing in New York City’s Central Park. The truth is not only can you wet a line, you can actually hook into some decent fish. The rules are straight forward. According to the official website of Central Park (and signs in the park) you cannot use …