Capture of Coin Carp – Embark on a journey through Luke Vallory’s summer angling escapades, where a tale unfolds of capturing one of the most exquisite mirrors, not just in Cambridge, but among the country’s finest!

Picture this: a scene straight from a carp angler’s dream. Last month, as the sun timidly embraced the dawn, a damp, foggy morning cast its enchantment over Cambridge.

It was on this atmospheric canvas that the magic unfolded, marked by the exhilarating bite that signaled the presence of a truly special carp.

Meet ‘Coins,’ a true gem in the realm of carp fishing. In the prime of late summer, this magnificent creature boasts old-world charm with its wrinkled and crusted exterior, adorned by dark chestnut flanks and distinctive rounded scales.

Capture of Coin Carp: ‘Coins’ is not just any carp; she is a testament to the allure of the ancient and the extraordinary.

Zooming in on the finer details reveals the carp’s remarkable features—a gracefully wide bend to the back, thick rounded fins, and an array of colors that beckon admiration.

Carp like ‘Coins’ are a rarity, making this capture an event to be cherished.

The tactical prowess behind this achievement is equally fascinating. Fished to a small clear patch, Luke employed his trusted spinner rig, artfully set up with a Squid pop-up positioned over a handful of freebies tightly grouped with the Light Katapult.

The arsenal included Size 4 Spinner hooks, 6-inch IQ2 booms, Heli Safe setups, all tied together with 4ft IQ2 leaders leading to fresh Sub Braid mainline.

This was no ordinary morning—it was a symphony of nature, strategy, and sheer angling finesse.

As the images from that day attest, Luke Vallory’s Capture of Coin Carp is not just a catch; a morning not to be forgotten and some seriously special pictures to look back on!