The basics of carp fishing for beginners from a professional - how to catch carp?

Carp is the strongest fish found in fresh water. At the same time, there is the so-called “wild carp” - carp. Catching these two species is significantly different. Thus, carp fishing (carp fishing is called this among professionals) is considered one of the most difficult fishing methods. Therefore, it is worth not only studying information about this method of fishing, but also watching current videos on this topic.

Catching carp is not an easy task and requires not the most budget-friendly gear, an arsenal of baits and lures and, most importantly, knowledge and skills

Carp fishing according to the season

Carp fishing varies by season and, of course, depends on weather conditions. If stable warm days arrive, then you can start catching this fish.

Spring carp fishing

The carp season begins after the ice melts on the reservoir. At the same time, the bites are still weak, since the water is relatively cold. The fish are trying to move to shallow water, since it is much warmer here, this is where you need to fish.

Experienced carp anglers note that the carp fishing season begins after the blackthorn begins to bloom. In the southern regions this is around March, in the north closer to May.

Before the start of spawning, the spring zhor is observed. The fish actively feeds to gain strength in order to perform the “grating”. Carp fishing in the spring is the best time to catch a trophy. During spawning, and a short time after that, the fish will not bite.

You can expect a spawning rush at the end of April, although often a successful forecast for carp biting is noted later, but it is worth preparing in advance.

Where does carp stand in the spring in the Gulf of Finland area?

Carp fishing in summer

Summer carp fishing is the best time to catch this fish. However, we must not forget that he is capricious to any weather changes. If the pressure changes even slightly, then bites may not occur for several days. The same situation occurs during extreme heat or heat.

The best fishing for carp in the summer is observed when there is settled weather, lasting about 4-5 days and no changing pressure. Fish bite at any time of the day, but trophy specimens are mainly caught in the morning and at night.

Typical sites of carp and carp on the river in late spring and early summer in June, while the water is still relatively cold

Fishing for carp in autumn

At this time, the fish fattens before wintering and begins to actively feed. The best fishing occurs from September to October. After this, it is more difficult to catch fish, since a sharp cold snap will greatly affect the bite.

In autumn, fishing for large carp is also more promising in shallow water, where it rushes to bask. Since the temperature in the reservoir decreases daily and the fish migrate to warmer places. Closer to November, the fish go to wintering pits.

Tackle and accessories

1. Sharp and reliable hooks Use only high-quality hooks that will not bend when biting large carp. Hardened steel is our option. Always use a sharp hook; if you notice that the hook has become dull, replace it immediately! Even new hooks, just taken from a bag, may not be sharp at all. Each hook should be checked separately. And hooks that have been used for a long time should be replaced.
2. Don’t skimp on fishing line. High-quality fishing line will allow you to provide decent resistance to your fishing opponent – ​​carp.
   In carp fishing, monofilament is used as the main line, and fluorocarbon is used as the leader. Remember, both the first and second types of fishing line must withstand a net breaking load of at least 20% more than the weight of the potential prey. In water, a fish can make very strong jerks, and even if it weighs 5 kg, the fishing line that can withstand 5 kg of the fish’s weight will break in this case. There are different ways to attach a hook to a PVA bag
3. Variability of attaching boilies and a hook to a PVA mesh There can be a very large number of options for attaching a hook to a PVA mesh. But in the vast majority of cases, the hook is closely connected to one or two boilies (note that the boilies are not attached to the hook, but only tied next to each other). The carp sucks up the boilies, and with them the hook.
4. Keep it simple The more complex your gear, the more likely it is that something will go wrong. Use simple gear and success is much more likely.
5. Marker Float Use a marker float to locate holes or flat areas where carp are most likely to be found.
   In addition, a marker float is a great way to measure the depth of both the intended fishing location and the place where you have already achieved results. A floating boilie is much more noticeable at the bottom
6. PVA bags and pop-up boilies Use pop-up boilies in conjunction with equipment based on PVA bags. When the bag falls to the bottom, dissolves and all the boilies spill out to the bottom - the boilies of your hook will rise above the entire clearing by half a centimeter. This will make your rig much more visible and attractive to carp. Before you try this fishing gear, test it at home in an aquarium or in a bowl of water.
7. Consecutive change of equipment If the carp does not bite, do not change all the equipment at once.
   Be consistent and start with one piece of equipment. After all, otherwise, if you change several elements of the gear at once, you will never know what influenced the result to a greater extent. Back Lead will sink the shock leader (a thick piece of fishing line) and the carp will not be afraid of your tackle
8. Secure your line with the Back Lead Secure your line with the quick-release Back Lead, which is located on the shock leader and slides freely to the rubber bead so as not to fly out onto the main line.
9. Wet the knot before tightening Be sure to wet the knot before tightening. This will make it more durable, the fishing line becomes more elastic and does not deform.
10. Thin line and no cheating Do not use too coarse gear when fishing for small carp. Remember, the thinner and more inconspicuous the equipment, the higher the likelihood of a bite.

Where is it found?

To begin with, in an unfamiliar body of water, you can visually find out where the fish are staying. Since carp often indicate these areas by noisily jumping out of the water. These jumps, as a rule, occur precisely in the areas where the fish live. But other promising areas can be identified.

Where to expect fish bites:

1. Snag . To fish in snags, you will need powerful equipment that will allow you to quickly remove the fish from this place without allowing it to tangle the fishing line. It is best to find the edge of the area where the snag ends and throw the bait near the border with clear water.
2. Pits . If the depth at the fishing spot is at least 50 cm greater than the usual depth of the pond, there is a high chance of finding carp here. You can identify the depressions using an echo sounder or a marker rod.
3. Aquatic vegetation . For effective fishing in the reeds, a small corridor is artificially created in them, this place is baited and bait is thrown.
4. Brovki . Carp come here because there is always a lot of food in this place, washed in by the current.
5. Rocks, flooded cars, barges . This is an excellent hiding place for carp and carp.
6. Trees hanging over a pond. In this place at the bottom there are many branches where you can find larvae, worms and insects.

   
   Large water area requires more careful study

Choosing gear based on fishing conditions

Fishing conditions are the main factor that influences the choice of gear. A fan of carp fishing, preparing for an upcoming outing on a reservoir, has to take into account the nature of the bottom, its topography and soil structure, the presence of snags, shells and aquatic vegetation, depth, and strength of the current.

In our ponds, quarries, rivers and lakes, you most often have to fish in the following conditions:

• flat, clean bottom;
• strong locations;
• among the algae.

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In the situations described, different gear and approaches to carp fishing are used.

On flat areas with a clean bottom

On a clean bottom, you can use any type of gear and equipment. The best are specialized carp rods and rigs designed for fishing this large representative of the ichthyofauna. These kits are suitable for short, medium, long and ultra-long range.

Along the shore at a distance of up to 12 meters, float gear performed well. You shouldn’t count on catching a weighty specimen, but it’s quite possible to induce small and medium-sized carp to bite and bring small and medium-sized carp into the landing net, using a regular fly rod with a sliding or blind rig.

When fishing on a clean bottom, you can use thinner gear than when fishing among snags or algae.

Any type of bottom gear is suitable for carp fishing. These include simple rigs with a sinker and hooks, a nipple-feeder, and a crown cap. In stagnant bodies of water, at depths of 0.5–2.5 meters, method feeders, which are popular among advanced fishermen, have proven themselves to be quite good.

In "strong" places

Strong (difficult) places are snags, areas with rocky and shell bottoms, locations with uneven terrain and sharp changes in depth. In such conditions, increased demands are placed on gear, since they are affected not only by the fish, but also by the conditions themselves.

In difficult places they fish with bottom or specialized carp gear. You need powerful fishing rods and large carp reels that allow you to force the fishing to prevent the carp from going into cover and tangling the equipment after a bite and a successful hook.

On shell rock and pebble bottoms with sharp edges of stones, an important property of the fishing line is abrasive resistance, since any contact with an obstacle can disrupt the integrity of its structure and, as a result, the strength of the gear. Therefore, thicker threads are chosen or fluorocarbon material is used.

Vegetation in the windows

Among the algae you can only catch in windows and spot locations with clean water. Classic carp gear is not suitable here. Fishermen use various modifications of float rods. The most common is a fly stick 4–6 meters long, equipped with durable monofilament fishing line and blind rigging.

An interesting and effective way of catching carp with a fishing rod among the algae is with a tackle with a side nod. A jig is used as bait, onto which a large bunch of bloodworms, caddis or burdock moth larvae, dung or earthworm, and maggot are planted.

Small and medium-sized carp are hunted in windows of aquatic vegetation; you should not count on catching a trophy - such successes happen occasionally. It is not always possible to fish from the shore; you often have to go into the water or use a boat.

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Carp fishing: fishing features

For beginners who want to get serious about carp fishing, they will need to buy a lot of different equipment, both for feeding the carp and directly for the fisherman.

Choosing a fishing rod

The main element when fishing for carp is a high-quality carp fishing rod. For beginners in carp fishing, it is better to first buy a budget option. However, in the future you should not save on a fishing rod. To begin with, it is not recommended to purchase a fishing rod with a high test, since, as a rule, fishing takes place over a short distance.

There are three types of fishing rods used in carp fishing:

• bait (spod) rod , which is required for throwing bait;
• marker necessary for bottom exploration;
• working fishing rods, required for carp fishing.

  
  Working rods on the rod-pod

Today there are many options on the market for carp products from various manufacturers. Both world leaders and Chinese manufacturers will be present. Therefore, you need to understand that good things cannot be very cheap. The TOP 10 includes:

1. Century NG.
2. Daiwa Amorphous Whisker AKN12H.
3. FOX Horizon XTK.
4. Kaida Big Fish Tele.
5. Leslies of Luton Insights.
6. Mikado Amberlite Medium Carp.
7. Daiwa Black Widow Carp.
8. Jaxon Cantara Carp.
9. Shimano Catana CX Specimen 12300P3.
10. Volzhanka Sazan.

    
    Kaida Big Fish Tele Carp - telescopic rod for carp fishing

Coil

A carp fishing rod requires a spinning reel with a spool diameter of 4000-6000 according to the Shimano classification, equipped with a baitrunner.

The main characteristics are the amount of fishing line wound onto the spool and the gear ratio. The last parameter is usually 4.1:1. And the size of the reeled fishing line is at least 300 meters.

When fishing for carp, the effectiveness of fishing depends not only on the experience of the fisherman, but also on the reel used. The TOP 10 best carp reels are as follows:

1. Shimano Baitrunner X Aero Ra.
2. Salmo Elite Baitfeeder 7 5000BR.
3. Daiwa Emblem BR 25A.
4. Kosadaka Defender V7 3000.
5. Mikado Splendid 950.
6. Mitchell Avocast FS.
7. Okuma Axeon BF 560.
8. Kaida KW3000.
9. Daiwa Black Widow BR 5000A.
10. Volzhanka Beyrunner.

    
    Reels for carp fishing - such “meat grinders” have increased requirements

Line selection

Basically, when fishing for carp, a fishing line with a cross section of 0.25-0.35 mm is used. It can be transparent, green or brown.

For the marker, choose a braid with a diameter of 0.20 mm. The cord will allow you to accurately transfer the structure of the bottom to the rod. To wind a fishing line onto a marker, you need at least 100 meters in length.

Attention: For spod and marker, choose fishing line marked “Marker” and “Spod”.

The best fishing lines for carp fishing:

1. Shimano
2. Browning Feeda Line Cenex.
3. Sensas Feeder Tech Competition.
4. Salmo Specialist Feeder mono.
5. Colmic Feeder Pro.

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What is required for equipment

Before you go carp fishing, you will need to prepare all the equipment. The main ones are the following:

1. Leadcore . This is a wire-shaped rod covered with a special sheath. Its main task is to sink the fishing line and lay it on the bottom.
2. Shock leader . A thick piece of cord or line, 2 sizes longer than the rod, attached to the main line. Bears the entire load during power casting, preventing the installation from breaking.
3. Weights . In carp fishing, sinkers have a large weight (90-150 grams), different shapes and colors.
4. Leading material . It differs in rigidity, one way or another, it must be sinking.
5. Electronic bite alarms. They are responsible for detecting bites by making a loud sound.

   
   Alarms on alert

6. Stand. When fishing for carp, they mainly use rod-pod and buzz-bar.

   
   Rod rods

7. Hooks. Classic hook – wide gape. Depending on the manufacturer (Fox, Korda, Nash), there are many variations. For beginners, you should choose numbers No. 4-10.

   
   Long shank - hook for catching carp

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Carp fishing - what is it?

Carp fishing (catching carp with sports carp tackle) is a very interesting and exciting area of ​​sports and amateur fishing. It is a mistake to consider catching carp using any tackle as carp fishing by simply translating the name into Russian. This is a whole science coupled with an industry that originated in the United Kingdom and has gained great popularity among many fishermen in Europe, Asia and Africa. It is also developing here. So where does it start? The answer will be somewhat unexpected for the “uninitiated” - carp fishing begins not with a caught carp, but with a carp released into its native element, and with all precautions. If an angler is not ready to receive the adrenaline from the fight and the pleasure of saving the life of a weaker opponent, there is no place for him in carp fishing. Preserving the life and health of carp is the code of honor of carp fishers and they will not tolerate “renegades” in their ranks. In sports, causing harm to the catch is officially punishable by removal of athletes from competitions and disqualification. This means only one thing - a beginner, even with extensive fishing experience, must restructure his thinking in accordance with the laws of carp fishing. If you do not accept the rules, then this article will not be of any use.

A beginning carp fisherman inevitably faces a difficult financial aspect. Well, where can one go, the funds are used to obtain pleasure, and, as usual, you have to pay for pleasure. Realizing this, many manufacturers and sellers often take advantage of this situation. This is not a matter of their conscientiousness (this is their job), but of the laws of the market, and navigating the offers is not only difficult, but sometimes fraught with serious financial costs. The carp threads of fishing forums, which have become numerous, sometimes also come down to one sentence with a meaning like “buy it like mine” and heated endless debates around such a proposal. Considering the rather limited supply of carp tackle on the Russian market, a beginner will be faced with a very difficult task. The most correct thing, perhaps, would be to ask for help from more experienced comrades, who can be found in the same carp forum threads in your region. If you have serious intentions of becoming a “family member,” many things will turn out to be much easier and cheaper. One more note for those who would like to try their hand at sports: because... Carp fishing is a doubles discipline, so some expenses can be divided in half. And a beginner can be seriously disadvantaged if one of the current athletes is looking for a partner. Remember - not a single fishing store can equip even a novice carp fisher, no matter what they promise you, and besides, the competence of the sellers on carp fishing issues is completely lacking. So don't buy garbage, turn to those who have already gone through all this. Prepare to deal with online stores, secondary markets, and delivery services.

Bait selection

Classic carp fishing involves the use of boilies, corn, tiger nuts, pellets, while mainly tying hair tackle. Boilies come in bait and bait types. Floating and sinking species are used for bait.

Floating baits are mainly used simultaneously with other boilies, allowing the bait to be raised from the bottom so that it is easier for the fish to find it. Today there are different variations of floating baits, in particular artificial corn, pellets, maggots, etc.

There is also this silicone corn for carp fishing with different flavors, its advantage is that it stays well on the hook, but at the same time the carp quickly senses the catch and needs timely hooking

Small boilies for bait are mainly used with the addition of porridge or purchased bait in PVA bags. Additionally, the bait can be treated with concentrated dips that have different odors.

Hair snap is allied with corn

Carp fishing - about baits and groundbaits

21) Be a wise investor

Quite often, some anglers (especially beginners) sincerely believe that the quality of the fish bite is significantly affected by the high cost of reels and rods. But the truth is that no matter how “sophisticated” your gear is, the most important desire of fish (both 1000 years ago and today) is to eat tasty food. That is, in fact, a well-chosen, and most importantly, “tasty” bait is also important. When buying bait, never be greedy. They significantly influence both the quantity and size of your future trophies. All your investments will definitely pay off. If it so happens that today you have “idle” fishing, then be sure that the place is well baited. And tomorrow (or the other day) everything will be fine. Consider that you have made an investment - laid a solid foundation for future success.

22) Avoid templates

“Turn on” creativity - try not to do “like everyone else”, look for new ways. According to ichthyologists, carp are very faithful to their habits. Therefore, individuals from one body of water “firmly” get used to one diet, while individuals from a neighboring one – to a completely different one. Much depends on what the fishermen fed them. However, not a single living creature will ever refuse a more delicious treat. Experiment with baits: “play” with colors and shapes, try different types of flavors (both liquid and dry). If you were a carp, what would you like?

Baiting carp while fishing

For carp fishing, grain and bulk baits are most often used. They also differ from each other. So, in bulk feeding there are classic compositions (for feeder and float), for PVA bags and for “method” fishing.

Feeder used in the flat method when fishing for carp on a feeder - allows you to make long casts, which is important in summer and early spring in the heat and heat

In the first option, the usual composition from which the balls are made is used. This bait is required to quickly attract fish. This mixture option is generally labeled "groundbait". The composition is large in its fraction and is sold slightly wet. It is necessary to work with this bait in several stages, since an excessive amount of water will spoil it.

Grain feed consists mainly of peas, pearl barley, hemp, millet and corn. Most often you can buy them ready-made, soaked in various aromas.

Also, when fishing for carp, scented spray bottles with a short-term effect are used. They are used to treat baits, springs or PVA bags before throwing the gear.

Catching carp with boilies

Boilies are considered one of the most catchy baits for catching trophy carp. These are round balls that are made from a mixture of different types of flour, eggs, starch and the addition of flavorings. In stores you can find a very large selection of these attachments, but they are often made at home. In addition to the fact that boilies come in floating and sinking types, of different sizes, they also differ in color and smell:

• The most catchy ones are boilies of yellow, red, white and purple colors. The choice of color depends on the degree of transparency of the water and the condition of the bottom of the reservoir. Bright colors work better in turbid water, and dark ones on a light bottom.
• But the smell of the boilies is more important than their color. The most catchy smells in the summer: vanilla, strawberry, various fruit aromas, caramel, garlic, hemp. In autumn and spring, boilies with animal scents, such as the scent of a worm, work well.

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Boilies are used both as bait and groundbait. To cut off bites from small fish, the size of the bait must be more than 1 cm. When fishing with these baits, a rig with a hair rig is most often used.

Manufacturing of installation

There are many different rigs in carp fishing, all of which are used in each specific case. There is no point in describing all their types; you need to list only the most catchy and applicable ones.

Hair rig

To make hair accessories you will need:

• heat-shrink tubing;
• hooks;
• leash material.

During the installation process, you will also need a boilie needle, a device for removing the casing, scissors, and bait stoppers.

Installation steps:

1. We remove the shell from the leader material by approximately 15-20 cm. After that, you need to insert it from the tip side into the ring of the hook.
2. We cut a piece of about 5 mm from the heat-shrink tube and use a needle to thread it onto the shank of the hook.
3. Without taking out the needle, we hook the leash material and close the lock. We pass it through a tube.
4. Next, at the end of the leash material, a regular loop is made.
5. A boilie needle with an open lock is inserted into the hole of the bait and the leader material is hooked, then the boilie is simply pulled together.
6. We install the stopper in the loop, so the boilie will not fly off during casting.
7. On the other side of the leash, a regular loop is knitted for attachment to the main fishing line or shock leader.

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Safety clip

For installation you will need:

• quick release swivel;
• a piece of leadcore (you need to make loops on both sides);
• silicone cone;
• safe clip and stopper (the latter is included in the kit);
• silicone anti-twist.

Main stages of installation:

1. The end of the leadcore with the loop is inserted into the ring of the swivel, after which the spout of the latter is inserted into the loop on the leadcore.
2. A silicone cone is placed on the boilie needle, followed by a clip. On the back side of the leadcore, use a needle to hook the loop, close the lock, and move the cone and clip onto the leadcore. Let's connect them.
3. A silicone bend is put on the needle and pulled onto the leash.
4. The weight is put on a clip and snapped into place with a cone.

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Elements of carp rigs

Carp equipment consists of various parts that provide it with the necessary performance properties:

• shock leader;
• sinker;
• feeder;
• leash;
• anti-twist agents;
• hooks;
• stoppers;
• clips;
• swivels;
• PVA elements.

They are used depending on the fishing conditions, the size of the trophy, the equipment being mounted, the time of year, and the equipment used.

Shapes and sizes of hooks

Any installation on carp ends with a hook - this is the main element of the tackle, on which the effectiveness of hooking and fishing depends. Experienced fishermen use only sharp and durable products, since large prey can easily break or bend low-quality products.

For fishing, it is customary to use powerful carp hooks with a short fore-end and a rounded and inwardly curved sting. The size depends on the bait used and the potential size of the prey. As a rule, hooks Nos. 2–8 are used in rigs.

Sinkers and feeders

Weights are selected according to the depth at the fishing site, the required casting distance, the presence of current, and the structure of the bottom. Loading happens:

• with a through hole, attached directly to the fishing line;
• with a loop or swivel, attached to the equipment through leashes, clips, and other devices.

The shape of sinkers can be round or flat. The first ones are used on muddy soil, in standing water, and when fishing in “difficult” places. The second ones are relevant for solid structure and flow.

The weight of the load depends on the required casting distance and the strength of the current at the fishing point. For long distances, heavy lead loads are needed, which can be sent 100 meters and further. At 20–50 meters, it is advisable to use the lightest sinkers to ensure the greatest sensitivity of the tackle.

For carp fishing, it is customary to use spacious feeders. By design there are:

• lattice;
• methodical;
• spiral (springs, nipples);
• frame.

Closed type feeders are used during currents; open and semi-open ones are used when water is still.

Advanced fishermen also use various devices that allow them to efficiently feed the fishing area:

• rockets;
• slingshots;
• cobras;
• parachutes;
• ladles and spoons;
• PVA mesh and threads.

Some fishermen deliver feed mixtures using special radio-controlled boats.

Anti-twist

For most carp rigs, anti-twist agents are used. This is a tube that fits onto the fishing line and prevents it from twisting and prevents the leash from tangling when casting. Without them, the equipment will get tangled, interfering with normal carp fishing.

Anti-twist agents are not always used due to the following disadvantages:

• reduce casting distance;
• reduce the sensitivity of the gear;
• increase the visibility of equipment.

Therefore, anglers often use loop rigs to catch carp.

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Leashes

Carp leashes are an important element. The invisibility of the gear, its sensitivity, strength, and abrasion resistance depend on it. Different materials are used for bends:

• monofilament line;
• fluorocarbon;
• braided cord;
• special driving material.

The length and diameter depend on the fishing conditions and the equipment used.

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Assembling the rod

Main stages:

1. A reel is attached to the fishing rod. A fishing line or cord is wound around its spool.
2. By the end, a shock leader of two rod lengths is tied.
3. 15 cm of leadcore is unwinded from a reel and a zigzag is made at the end. Approximately 6-7 cm of braid is removed from the core. Using a needle, the end is pulled into the rest of the braid until a secure knot appears.
4. Next, the lead core and shock leader are attached “loop to loop”.
5. A hair with a hook is attached to the leadcore.

   
   Fishing rods in combat readiness

Attention: The spod and marker are equipped in the same way, except for some equipment elements.

Preparing for fishing

There are several ways to prepare. The first is that the camp is first set up, and then the bait is prepared, the equipment is prepared and fishing begins. Basically, carp fishing involves fishing in pairs, so one person builds the gear, the other takes care of the camp. When fishing solo, it is recommended to set up camp first.

The preparation steps proceed approximately as follows:

1. A tent is set up where all things are transported. A chair and a table for installation are required.
2. The landing net is installed near a pond.
3. The stand is placed and the bite alarms are screwed on.
4. A marker fishing rod is assembled and used to examine the bottom topography. Having found a suitable area, bait is produced.
5. At the end, working rods are equipped, and carp fishing takes place.

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Reservoir marking

First, you need to decide on a promising place for fishing, for which you will need a marker fishing rod. Having identified the area, a marker weight and a float are thrown into it.

Marker weight for feeder “Bulava”

At first, the float will float on the surface of the water, select a free line, loosen the friction brake, then release the line from the reel by hand until the float stops.

There are marks on the marker rod, taking them into account the fishing depth is calculated. Having determined the location, the fishing line is clipped onto the reel. Next, the working rod is cast to the fishing spot.

We feed the fishing spot

Basically, amateur fishing lasts for several days, so the composition of the food on the first day must differ from the second. Starter feeding is done using small pellets, cut boilies, and corn.

The volume of complementary food thrown will depend on the time of year and the activity of the carp. If bites are frequent, then you can increase the amount of food; if they are rare, you can reduce it. Usually for the summer period 10 balls of bait or 12-15 rockets are enough.

After a certain time, bites begin, then you need to keep the fish in this place, that is, you need to use intermediate feeding. Why you can choose large pellets, whole boilies, corn. Thus, in intermediate feeding, supplementary feeding with a large amount of nutrients is used, and the volume depends on the intensity of the bite.

There are also peculiarities in night feeding. It is also recommended to choose nutritional formulations, but in larger quantities. At night, much more feed is thrown in than during the day.

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Carp bite

The bite of carp or carp is determined by the sound of the electronic bite alarm. Most often, the classic fish bite is characterized by the rapid unwinding of the fishing line from the reel, so the fisherman can hear a constant sound signal. If the carp is very careful at this time, several short signals may follow.

The bite can be “to the shore” or “from the shore”. In the latter case, it is more difficult to react quickly, since the sound from the alarm may be delayed, and the carp has already swum more than halfway. The swinger reacts to this bite by hanging on the alarm.

During this bite, you need to take the fishing rod from the stand, reel in the slack in the fishing line until contact is reached with the carp, after which the hook is made. Typically, bites “from the shore” occur much more often; this does not require a sharp hook. In this case, the spool is simply clamped and the fishing rod is smoothly lifted up.

Fishing

Trophy specimens are difficult to get out of the water because the fish resist strongly. During fishing, constant work with the clutch is required; taking into account the resistance of the carp, it is either weakened or tightened. During the fishing process, you need to take into account the following points - you need to get the carp with a fishing rod, not a reel, and also avoid loosening the fishing line.

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While fishing, you need to tire the fish. When it approaches the shore, the carp must be brought to the landing net. If you have a partner nearby, this will make the task easier. In this case, you need to place the carp above the landing net, after which the fish simply rises. You should not hold the landing net by the handle at the end of the landing with the trophy located in it, since the net will simply break. Pull the carp towards you so that the hand is located near the head of the landing net.

So, if you follow the recommendations of experienced carp anglers, it turns out that there is nothing complicated in carp fishing. Of course, these are not all the ways to catch carp. One way or another, there are enough of them to make fishing as effective as possible.

Fishing technique

1. Be mobile Try not to adhere to the “I’ll fish in this place” technique. Never go fishing with a pre-planned route for swimming and searching for places. Most of the time, the fish will be where you weren't expecting them, so be sure to try new spots. This way you will gain significantly more experience in carp fishing. Feed where there are carp, rather than waiting for carp to feed where there is none. In addition, if you see legitimate reasons for changing a location, change your location without thinking, and you will definitely see that it is much easier to find fish by constantly moving.
2. It works - don't touch it! It is difficult to understand anglers who change bait even after the most incredible catches.
   From year to year we see anglers who have practically devastated lakes using just one type, type, model of bait. And then, next year, they decide to change the bait to something else, sometimes not even approximately similar to the previous catchable option. If a carp likes one of the baits, it willingly eats it as bait and bites on your equipment - this is a sign that the bait works and the carp appreciates it, so why change it? There is no need to change (unless, of course, you have evidence that the bait is losing its potency). Some anglers will say that the bait has “burnt out” and the bite on the bait has become much weaker over time, in fact this can easily be explained by the fact that the fish have changed their habits, tendencies or behavior (but they have not stopped loving that bait!). Try changing your tactics using the same bait and you will find that your results will improve. Fish are not so smart that over time they will become wary of any type of bait. Carp in a certain body of water like certain baits, they smell the bait and if they feel that this is what they like, they will definitely eat it. Highly scented/colored baits with low quality internal nutritional contents are much less preferable. A carp may actually initially have its eye on such bait, but then, having tried it, it will understand that this is not what it would like to eat. Such baits work well for the first time on a body of water, much like selling out tickets to a movie premiere, while after a couple of weeks interest in the film is already close to zero. The coastal zone is an excellent source of food for carp
3. Don't neglect fishing near the shore Some of the largest carp in the country were caught 20-30 cm from the shore. The steep bank of most lakes, rivers, and canals is an excellent source of food for carp.
4. Be adventurous Give the carp a try that your opponent anglers are not using. The fish may reward you with a bite.
5. Feel the bottom Feel the character and depth of the bottom. After casting, the line is kept under tension until the rig sinks to the bottom. Once the bottom is reached, your line will sag. Also, with step-by-step wiring you can determine the bottom topography and nature (silt, shell, clay, pebbles).
6. Trust your method of fishing If you adhere to a certain method of fishing and want to find out whether it will bring you success - remain faithful to it at all costs, for a predetermined period of time. It is not advisable to abandon the method due to the lack of bites; perhaps the reason is in the details - you need to work on them.
7. Don't hesitate to change your location. Be prepared to move around. You should not overly indicate your presence by laying out all kinds of gear and related attributes around the fishing spot. Be more mobile. The fish often changes place and this is visible to the naked eye.
8. But the fish swam away. The lion's share of fishermen catch carp at a not very large distance from the shore (40-60 meters). But when there is an influx of fishermen, the carp feels danger and moves to further distances, and the fishermen think that the carp is not interested in the bait. Only those who can send their bait to 100-140 meters will achieve success. But don’t forget about the rule of fishing near the shore (tip No. 46).
9. Don't neglect fishing near the surface On hot summer days, don't neglect fishing near the surface. Some successful fishermen catch large carp every year in the upper layers, and this is a very justified tactic in those moments when no one is biting on the bottom.
10. Try again Trial and error is what leads a person to success in any business. Carp fishing is no exception. You don't have to change the tackle completely, but you can try fishing in different places, change parts of the tackle to thinner ones, use a different bait, and so on.
11. Don't be upset about losing a fish. If a fish escapes, it means the fish was stronger than you. You will still have the opportunity to improve your fishing skills, improve your tackle and equipment and, of course, sharpen your hooks. Fishing is a process of evolution from a novice angler to a professional angler. It would be less pleasant if the process of evolution went in the opposite direction.
12. Effort = number of fish caught The more effort you put in, the more carp you will catch. This also applies to how many rainy fishing trips you sit through, how many times you get up to fish at 4 o’clock in the morning.