For my brother Austin and I, this was our second ATC (Austin Team Championship) which was held in Austin Texas, we placed at a respectable 4th, among 24 other teams. We worked hard both days to get to that position and we were happy with what we had done. But there’s way more to the …
The Art of Boilie Fishing: Part 2 – Types and Varieties
In Part 1 we discussed why boilies were developed and the various forms in which they are available. Having understood exactly why you would choose to use boilies we will now delve into the many different varieties that they come in. Before we get into the specifics I would like to point out that what …
Alternative Approaches…
and Thinking out Loud! Over the years I’ve caught carp on any number of baits. Everything from paste to particles, worms to crayfish and bread to boilies. I’ve even enjoyed catching a good number of carp to 20lb on a variety of fly patterns at a time when it was less than fashionable. I’ve used …
Betaine: how much is too much?
Betaine (BEET-uh-een) is a feeding stimulant for a number of fish species, including common carp, and less fortunately, channel catfish. Studies have shown that Betaine hydrochloride (HCL) is better at stimulating a feeding response than pure Betaine and has been tested to determine the optimum concentration in a paste type food. The results of some …
Black Pack aka Germ Pack Bait basic recipe step by step Part 1 of 2
As the spring is drawing closer I wanted to start to focus on more baits and one popular packbait that I have used in the past with great results is the Black Pack aka the Wheat Germ Pack Bait. This one is insanely easy to make and only requires a few ingredients. In this article …
The Art of Boilie Fishing: Part 1- Origins
Over the course of this trio of articles we are going to delve into the art of boilie fishing and how to utilize them into your own fishing to maximize success. These articles are primarily aimed at the American Carp Angler and as such will include some basic information that our European counter parts take …
PVA friendly the CC Moore Glycerine way!
Winter time leaves the carp angler dreaming of spring and with so many winter days to go through until it begins to warm up the internet can be a wealth of knowledge at your fingertips. I was reading the CC Moore bait blog and read an article on CC Moore Glycerine and some of its …
The BCN Interview with Frank Warwick
Frank Warwick Interview Dec 2013 Iain Sorrell talks to Frank Warwick for Big Carp News. IS : Hi Frank thanks for joining us on the BCN Interview. I know you’ve fished over here in the USA once before. What were your impressions? FW: Well it was a little bit as I expected. I knew …
Maximizing Opportunities
HONEST EVALUATION With the winter well and truly underway I have been looking back at my fishing over the last few months to evaluate my results and to ask myself honestly if I could have done better. I would think most regular anglers have family, work and various other commitments and interests that can limit …
Old Friends
Recently I took a little trip through the New England area to visit some old friends who are also CAG members and try and catch a few fish on the new to be released CC Moore Equinox Bait Range. While visiting one area with Dean Brookes I landed a new PB mirror so I was …