Category: Tutorials

Transform your spring carp fishing!

spring carp fishing

As the carp begin to wake up in spring, the days are getting longer and the upper layers of the water are beginning to warm. Time for spring carp fishing! So the carp are often taking advantage of this. Presenting a bait in front of the fish where they feel most comfortable is key to …

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Blow Back Rig Tutorial – “How-To Tutorial”

In this Blow Back Rig Tutorial (“How-To Tutorial”) I follow on from the basics of the Hair Rig seen in a previous tutorial I have done (that can be seen here) using a few additional components of end tackle from the PB Products range to show you in a step by step guide how I tie …

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The Method Feeder Rig (MCC Winning Rig) Tutorial

Method Feeder Rig

The method feeder rig has been around for a very long time, and it is still one of the best ways of catching a lot of carp. Although I have used this tactic extensively since the early the 2000s, in recent years I had gotten out of the habit except when fishing with a feeder …

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Tough conditions at Theale Fisheries’ Island Lake

Theale Fisheries’ Island Lake

Join seasoned anglers Jake Forrester and Ben Cartwright as they tackle the tough conditions at Theale Fisheries’ Island Lake, all in a bid to secure their spot on the consultancy team! With clear skies and scorching temperatures, the odds are stacked against them. But with carp gliding near the surface, their first plan of attack …

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Oscar Thornton’s Summer Strategy

Summer Strategy: Post-Spawn Feeding Frenzy – As the spawn wraps up, I love to really treat the carp with some generous baiting. During the late summer months into early autumn, these fish can be incredibly active, especially in those cool morning hours which often yield great results. The New “Big Autumn Feed Up” The traditional …

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Exploring Crucian Carp Fishing Tactics and Bait

Crucian Carp

During the spring and summer, targeting crucian carp ranks high among my angling pursuits. Their mesmerizing golden scales shimmering under the sun’s rays create an irresistible allure. Traditionally, crucians were deemed cautious feeders, prompting anglers to employ delicate float fishing techniques during the tranquil hours of dawn and dusk. While these methods hold their charm, …

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