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Carp Tackle :: Bait Boats

I was sat on the bank enjoying a days carp fishing. The weather was good, the water was calm and the bite count was quite productive.

The pond is located in a large private, well hidden area. There are generous coverings of lily pads and other greenery.

About 4 hours into the day, a chap had arrived on the opposite bank. After tackling up and before he cast for the first time, I saw him put what looked like a remote controlled boat.

My first thoughts were ‘How can he think of playing with a remote controlled boat when fishing?’ I was thinking how I could show my objections when he put this boat into the water. He steered it over the area he was about to fish. The boat was very quiet, much quieter than the standard remote controlled boat. It was at that point I realised he must be baiting the fishing area using this device.

I’ve never come across this technique before and was intrigued. I walked around to investigate and I was impressed. It was a bait boat. You stock 2 channels in the top with bait. When you’ve taken the boat to the area you intend to fish, you simply open 2 flaps on the boat which releases the bait into the water.

Simple and marvellous idea. I am thinking of adding this to my collection of carp tackle, although initially I was concerned about the noise level and vibrations, but, after speaking to a few people who uses these, they can be a very useful device.

Source: http://www.carptackle.org.uk

A Guide to Fishing Tackle

 


Are you planning on going fishing for the first time? If you are, then you have walked into any tackle shop or read through a fishing magazine and confused the hell out of yourself. There are thousands of types of fishing tackle you can buy, for all types of fishing, for many different places and it can get a bit overwhelming!

The rod is one of the most important parts of fishing tackle that you can buy. Without one, there is no fishing. A good sized rod will be about 12 or 13 feet in length and should be made from carbon fibre. This will ensure it is durable, and it is long enough to cast correctly but not too long as to scare you! Lighter rods are better than heavier rods, but obviously, the lighter the rod will mean the more expensive, as will better quality rods.

Once you have chosen your rod, the next bit of fishing tackle that you should invest in, is a reel. Generally, rules will come that can be adapted to suit both right and left handed people. It should be of a light weight and preferably with an open face. Again, the better the quality, the more money you will be expected to pay. A spare spool is a good thing to keep handy as well!

Line is a rather difficult part of fishing tackle. A 3Ib or 4Ib line would be better, but you need to choose the line that is appropriate for the type of fishing you wish to divulge in, and also the type of fish you are aiming to catch. Lighter lines will not always suit heavier fish and suchlike.

Floats are an important part of fishing tackle. Floats enable you to see where you have cast as well as, (obviously) floating on the top of the water to make sure the line doesn’t go down any further. It is best to talk about floats with an expert that can point you in the right direction.

Next, we shall look at hooks. You could start by using types of hook that come already tied onto hooklength. Again, it may be best to talk to a professional or someone in the fishing tackle shop to ensure that you are using the most suitable hook.

There are a few other essential fishing tackle parts that will help, and one of these is called a plummet. This will help you to work out how deep the water is, and therefore point you in the right direction with regards to floats etc. A net is also important to keep the fish you have caught, as is a disgorger which will help you to get the fish off your hook quickly and without any problems. A rod rest will enable you to keep fishing while you are eating, drinking or just popping to the toilet and a small seat will make the overall trip enjoyable. Standing up for hours on end is never much fun!

So, there you have it, the basics to choosing the right fishing tackle. The best thing you can do is to talk to someone in the shop that knows what they are talking about to further assist you in your fishing mission! Just remember to have fun and enjoy it!

Devon Angling Centre offer mail order fishing tackle supplies and have a shop located in Devon, UK.

How to Catch Carp Using ESP Fishing Tackle

Carp fishing is growing in popularity. More and more, those who are interested in fishing as a serious sport have begun to discover the challenge these “big fish” have to offer. They have also discovered the importance of using the right equipment. And E.S.P. Fishing Tackle is a brand preferred by many carp fishermen.

The first thing you should keep in mind when choosing equipment is that carp are big, heavy fish. You can expect to catch them with your garden variety fishing rod or fishing pole. No, if you try to catch a carp with something that isn’t strong enough to do the job, you can pretty much count on a broken line, and no fish to show for your efforts. So, if you’re after carp, you need a sturdy, high quality rod and reel with a 15 pound test line.

Another thing to keep in mind is that carp are fighters. Don’t expect to just catch one and reel it in. In fact, trying to do so is another way to get your line broken.

When fishing for carp, you have to look at it as a game. A game where patience is the best way to win. When you feel the carp at the end of your line, don’t immediately try to reel it in. In fact, the opposite. Let your line out as much as possible so the carp can run with it. This will lull the fish into a false sense of security.

Once you’ve let the fish run for a bit, start reeling it in. But do it slowly. If you do it too hard and fast, the carp will know it’s in danger, and will start fighting really hard. Not that you don’t want the carp to struggle at all. In fact, you want the fish to tired itself out, which is what will happen with you pulling in one direction and the fish trying to swim in the other. But, if the fish gets upset enough to really fight, you could end up losing them.

So just keep reeling in slow and steady. This will tire the fish out enough not to put up a real fight, and will bring him close enough for you to pull him out of the water.

Finding equipment strong enough to handle carp can be tough. Fortunately, E.S.P. Fishing Tackle has plenty of rods available that are more than strong enough to handle a 10 or 20 pounder.

Written by Glen Buchanan, Keep-Fishing.com, Carp Fishing with ESP Tackle.

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4 Carp Fishing Secrets – We Reveal Big Carp Tips For Bait Rigs And Tackle

When it comes to catching big carp, you will benefit from some carp fishing secrets, we all know that it is vital to understand certain crucial factors that will at least give us a fighting chance to hook that elusive lake record carp. Catching big carp should not be down to just chance but someone we can be confident about achieving and if you want that edge to start catching bigger carp then carry on reading and next time you go to the river bank or your syndicate water you can make the bagging of a record carp a reality.

Your 4 Carp Fishing Tips and Tactics – So How Do I Catch Big Carp?

1) Understanding why carp can be elusive is the most important factor to being able to catch the big ones. Carp get used to seeing standard baits being presented on fancy rigs that can make the fish stand up and think to themselves – Danger. You need to present a bait in a reasonable manner and on a carp fishing rig that suits the environment on the bottom on the lake. Lake information should be obtainable by the bailiff and they are usually more than happy to let you know certain quirks about a particular swim and to what type of lake bed you are casting onto.

2) Big Carp also seem to have more developed awareness to baiting patterns and an over fished swim may lead to the carp filter feeding of the dissolving bait already having been put there by over keen anglers who think that throwing in a ton of bait will actually help them catch. Again, it is worth getting to know information about each swim of the particular lake and when the last carp was caught. It is really good when you can get into a swim that is bare of old bait and the fish start to feed again on your whole baits – you are then in for a full catching session so don’t expect to get much sleep if you are doing an all-nighter.

3) Baiting for Carp is a much discussed topic for top anglers but it has been proven that certain factors influence the carp into feeding on dissolving or whole baits. If you are fishing a swim for just a couple of nights and you can see lots of splashing around and occasional cloudy patches on the top of the water where the carp have been splashing it is true that the dissolving bottom bait is the normal cause. Whilst, dissolving bait is available to the carp they will often feed on this as they have become used it to this as being safe to eat. However, if you present new carp bollies or other bait they will still prefer the filter feeding until it has run out and then will venture upon your new baits. The rule of thumb and best practice for the big carp is to pre-bait small amounts of new bait and wait until you know that a swim has been quite for at least 3-4 days and then get established in the swim and do a 4-7 night session which will result in good carp catches and maybe get you that elusive carp record.

4) Make sure you have all the tackle and spare equipment that you think you may need for a good carping session. We know that carp tackle can be expensive these days but if you are serious about catching, carp fishing secrets and tips aside, then you should at least have a mid range carp rod and spend as much as you can on the bait runner reels, I still use and prefer Shimano. Make sure you have good bite alarms and you take a few spare batteries with you. Remember, you can always upgrade your other carp equipment but it is best to start with a good package of rods, reels and bite alarms so you minimize having to waste that money when you find that the tackle you first purchased may not be up to the job after 6 months.

The more you can understand about the proven methods to catching big carp as early as possible will stand you in good stead for future carp catching success. There is much written about catching good carp and you should take the time to read and read more on the subject as knowledge is King – having loads of fantastic carp fishing tackle doesn’t mean that you are guaranteed to catch the elusive fish.

Next, using top carp fishing secrets and techniques to catching carp there will be no stopping you. Fishing for carp is a great pastime and it’s time to take it as a measured approach and benefit from a big carp catching future. Val Marks @ fishingforcarp.net