A rod is arguably the most important piece of tackle to an angler and since there are so many variations and iterations of carp rods for different scenarios, it can be quite overwhelming when trying to choose from the hundreds of rods available in the carp fishing industry. This is why we always recommend that…
Groundbaits are absolutely essential in commercial fisheries. They are incredibly versatile and can be used in a multitude of ways. But which one is best? There are many brands creating endless iterations and variations of groundbaits; at some point, you’re left wondering which one to buy. I was in the same predicament a while back,…
For most anglers, the reel is usually the most expensive bit of gear that you’ll buy and arguably the most important. With a vast array of options in the market, it’s a hard choice to decide which reel to invest in, which is why we’ve compiled a thoroughly researched list of our favourite carp fishing…
Pike reels can effectively be split into a multitude of various categories. However, there is only one major decision you need to make when choosing a Pike reel. Do you want a lure reel or a dead bait reel? Lure reels will be coupled with lure rods to ensure that your setup is as light…
A quality reel is crucial for having the accuracy and reliability required when feeder fishing. Whether you’re a match fisherman or pleasure angler, a good feeder fishing reel is something well worth investing in. Since feeder fishing is a very active method, you want something light and nimble while also being powerful enough to reach…
Big-pit fishing reels tend to be expensive these days, they’re specialist pieces of equipment, designed for fishing at long distances for monster carp. However they’re also really expensive, some Big-pits will set you back an arm and a leg, so if you want to get your hands on one, you must have deep pockets. Fortunately,…
Boilies! There aren’t enough good things to say about this marvelous bait. However, with such a vast array of boilies now being introduced into the carp fishing industry, it may be difficult for some, to decide what’s actually best suited to their fishing. By no means are we experts in the matter, however after trying…
The recipe for a Pike rod is rather simple. If you’re using lures, you want a mid-sized rod with fast action, to make your lures sensitive. Whereas, if you’re using dead baits, you may want a longer rod with a more progressive action. Of course, the rod must also have enough of a backbone to…
As a match fisherman, you want the fastest, most effective technique to bag as many carp as possible. The feeder technique is the king of catching carp quickly and efficiently and if you want to take advantage of it, you’ll need the right gear for the job. What to look for in a feeder rod:…
Bite alarms are small devices that let us know when we’ve hooked onto a fish or are about to get a bite, the mechanism of how it all works is fairly simple, the line travels through the stand in the bite alarm which essentially causes it to go off, or on more advanced alarms the…
