Fishing with friends is always better! ALTHOUGH it’s good to be serious when fishing, working all the time for a bite and always trying to think of how to catch a fish, there are times when it’s just great to enjoy a session out with some mates. I arrived at Tanyard (Sussex) and chose to …
I recently got my hands on a couple of jars of CC Moore Hi Viz Tiger Nuts. I’m a little behind the 8 ball as they first hit the market over 12 months ago, but as soon as I saw them I made a mental note to purchase some in the future. I have long …
In the first installment of Lake of Dreams Juan had worked hard to catch a couple of old fish from the historic Ringstead Fisheries and was looking to capitalize on his good momentum. We rejoin his story as he awaits action after baiting heavily to a large group of carp. A couple of hours had …
The “Mini” Chod Rig: There are times when you want to use really small baits. Fishing during the winter comes to mind, as does targeting fish that have seen lots of fishing pressure. The chod rig is well known for it’s effective bait presentation over many different substrates, and hence a combination of small baits, such …
So what goes into making a carp rod? If you read the adverts and brochures you would be forgiven for thinking that almost every rod out there shares the same characteristics for effortless casting to the horizon combined with an unerring ability to steer every hard fighting fish you hook straight into a waiting net. In …
Obsession: Tales of goal setting, compulsive behavior and attempting to make carpy dreams a reality. (By Craig “Brit” Parkes) One of my favorite carp angling authors Dave Lane once wrote a book on the obsession of carp angling. This book was so popular that copies are harder to get hold of than rocking horse poop, …
There’s know doubt that there will always be anglers on any lake up and down the land that consistently manage to catch more than the masses: Subtle Things! Some may just get lucky on a regular occasion, some may do more time than others, but most of the decent anglers who catch more than the …
Carp Fishing to Islands: Casting tight to islands or far margins can be a huge edge! These areas are often a safe place for the carp, getting your rig as close to the bank or under an overhanging tree, can be the difference between success or failure. Mike Jarvis is at East Delph lakes, carp …
Spring is here! So, let’s kick it off with a product launches from fox tackle! A new range of reclining chairs to suit any fishing situation, footwear to cover all terrains, super lightweight carbon bankware, carp fishing ready rigs plus more! 🤩 Be ready for all your carp fishing adventures this spring 🎣 Head on …
PRODUCT REVIEW – Fox EOS Barbel Rod (11FT 1.75LB) The Fox EOS Barbel Rod: In my last article I went into my approach to winter fishing, specifically using a feeder method and approach. To fish this method effectively you do require a few specialist items, the first being a good rod, that is not only …
