Fishing for carp and carp in August

Catching gear for carp

Summer fishing for carp is organized from the shore or boat. Based on the fishing method, a decision is made on what to catch carp in the summer. You can use different gear at the same time: mugs and a fishing rod for vertical fishing or a feeder with a float rod. Particular attention is paid to the equipment of the gear.

It should be taken into account that the gear for carp has no secondary elements.

Feeder for carp

Select a powerful feeder rod of the medium or heavy class with a medium action. Length – 3-4.5 m. Depends on the characteristics of the reservoir. On small rivers and small lakes (flooded quarries), it is convenient to fish with a 3-3.5 m rod. To catch carp on large (medium) rivers and reservoirs, you will need a long-range rod 3.5-4.5 m.

A high-quality reel should ensure laying of a fishing line (cord) with a length equal to the required casting distance + 15-20 meters. “Extra” meters may be needed when fishing for large carp. It is better to choose a spinning reel equipped with a baitrunner. It’s not always possible to expect a bite with an open line arc: side wind, current, etc. Before going fishing, you need to adjust the clutch. It should ensure that the fishing line is released under a load that is 2-3 kg less than the carrying capacity of the fishing line.

The fishing line must withstand a tensile load of at least 10 kg. It is better to install high-quality fishing lines that, with a smaller diameter, have the required load-carrying capacity. The line must be sinking. After casting, it lies on the surface of the bottom, and this is important when catching cautious fish. It is preferable to use a spinning cord with the same characteristics instead of fishing line.

The carrying capacity of the leashes is 1 kg less than the carrying capacity of the main line. The length of the leashes can be within 5-50 cm. Depends on the equipment. Short leashes are attached when the feeder is equipped with several feeders. Each angler chooses how to equip the feeder according to his wishes. Hooks No. 10 according to domestic numbering.

To catch carp, large feeders are selected for the feeder. The cells should ensure intensive leaching of bait.

Bite alarms are bells or bells. Bells are more practical as they can be easily attached to the rod tip using a built-in clothespin. At night, using several tackles, you can attach fireflies.

It is necessary to provide in advance a method for securing gear on the shore. It is convenient to use the industrial feeder stand. It provides for the installation of several gears. Single stands in which the handle is fixed are also suitable. To prevent the carp from pulling the rod out of such a stand with a sharp jerk, it is necessary to install it at an angle of at least 45 degrees, and when fishing on a slope of the coastline - at least 60 degrees.

Float fishing rod for carp

To catch carp in the summer from the shore or boat, float gear is successfully used. More often, fishermen find themselves in the hands of an affordable Bolognese fishing rod. At a distance from the shore it is convenient to fish with a match fishing rod. High quality fly rods are also suitable. The main requirements for fishing rods are high strength and ensuring casting to the required distance.

Inertia-free or inertial coils are selected.

A high-quality sinking fishing line is installed. The optimal option is 0.3 mm with a load capacity of 11.5 kg. The leashes are 10% thinner. Hooks No. 10.

The loading of the float plays an important role. The main thing is that it ensures timely detection of the onset of a bite. Along the way, crucian carp may bite, the beginning of which is characterized by great caution. To increase the casting distance, the float fishing rod is equipped with a sliding float. For night fishing for carp, fireflies are provided on a float.

Gear selection

Carp can be found in ordinary rivers, but since there are many predators there, the fry population is maintained at a certain level. But commercial reservoirs are home to thousands of large schools of these fish, so leaving without a catch is extremely rare. The carp is not too careful and can easily take even poorly constructed tackle with a thick fishing line, especially for young specimens weighing up to 1 kg. For fishing you can use:

• float rod;
• feeder;
• an elastic band.

Despite the carelessness of the fish, it is still better to use unobtrusive leashes. Typically, fishermen prefer a 0.2 mm fishing line, but if a large carp lives in a reservoir, then such tackle breaks off in seconds. It is not uncommon for a fish to cut off a stretched line with its upper fin. That is why you need reliable tackle. If you come across several small carp, this does not mean that there are no large individuals in the reservoir.

When fishing, the caught carp tries to take the tackle under snags and into vegetation, so you need to use minimal installation to reduce snagging. In overgrown reservoirs, large carabiners and swivels will create unnecessary problems, as well as beads.

Float rod equipment

The length of the rod depends on the fishing conditions. For boats they take up to 3 m, and from the shore 5-7 m. If you have physical strength, you can even use a fly rod up to 11 m. When fishing with blind equipment, it is better to give preference to medium-heavy floats. The carp's bite on such gear occurs as according to the script. The float twitches a little at first, then sinks smoothly, lies on its side or floats away. The use of ultra-sensitive equipment is unjustified, because it is difficult to cast in windy weather.

Float tackle for carp/carp

You can knit either one or two hooks. The carp is a schooling fish, so there is a fight for the bait and it is often observed that after hooking two fish hang on the fishing rod. This usually happens when a young school approaches the fishing site, where the fish weighs 500-700 grams. The most budget-friendly installation of a float rod without swivels and a goose feather instead of a float brings the same result as a professional one. The only difference is that the simple option is less convenient to use.

Feeder equipment

Usually a rod of 2.7-3 m is chosen. This length is quite enough for long casting, since a heavy feeder flies very well. Test rod approximately 80-120 gr. With this equipment, you can take any type of feeder weighing 60-80 grams, which, after filling with bait, will be included in the necessary test of the rod.

The shape of the feeder doesn’t really matter, it all depends on how well it combines with the bait. For example, foam balls and boilies work better with a spring; other forms in the form of a cylinder or box are suitable for plant and animal baits. Usually 2 hooks are used, but there is a so-called “carp killer” installation, which provides for a larger number of hooks. The length of the leash is selected depending on the bait. For foam plastic it is 5 cm, for other nozzles it is 10-30 cm.

Feeder tackle for carp/carp

The bite alarm is selected solely depending on the skills and preferences of the fisherman. The reel is taken with a capacious spool, and the line is wound to the maximum. In this case, if there is a break, you can quickly tie a spare feeder with hooks and continue fishing.

Eraser set

The length of the shock absorber when casting from the shore is usually 10 m.

If you have the ability to launch a load with a boat or Olympic skills as a hammer thrower, you can give preference to the option with a 20 m shock absorber. The number of hooks is 7 pieces, and they are attached to the main fishing line with leashes of 15-25 cm. The reel should stick well into the ground on the shore, since large carp can peck quite aggressively.

What does carp bite on in summer?

Throughout the summer, there is a good bite of carp on compressed cake briquettes. For fishing with cake, you can equip any bottom tackle. Tie a briquette of cake onto a metal plate attached to the end of the fishing line, into which stick hooks in the corners. If you use a lead plate, it will act as a sinker. When using a rod, select the weight within the test limits.

When going to a reservoir for carp, you need to take into account that there are not many different baits and plant attachments. It is impossible to predict in advance what carp will bite on in the summer on the day of fishing.

Popular vegetable baits for carp :

• Carp boilies;
• Prepared dough for fishing seasoned with vegetable oil. Preference should be given to vegetable and hemp oil. You can mix in crushed cake or ground roasted seeds;
• Specially prepared corn. Young corn does not require heat treatment;
• Boiled potatoes;
• Peas;
• Steamed pasta;
• Hominy;
• Steamed wheat.

Vegetable baits are attached to hooks separately or in combination with baits.

Catchable baits for carp :

• Red worms;
• Crawls;
• Maggots;
• Shellfish without shell;
• Caddisfly larvae;
• Bark beetle larvae;
• Bloodworms.

Together with baits, you can also use their silicone analogues. Small baits are baited or tied to the hook in a bunch. Small fish will most likely bite on one larva.

Fishing from a boat

In deep and fast areas it is most convenient to fish from a boat. Usually it is placed on two anchors (one is thrown from the bow, the other from the stern). When fishing from a boat, the feeder is strengthened near the stern or bow, usually placing the bait in gauze or a mesh, through which the food is gradually washed out. You can also lower two feeders if there are two fishermen in the boat. The donka used in this case is quite simple.

It is based on a spinning rod with a weight of up to 200 g or on a carp rod of similar load. Many people use old-fashioned metal spinning rods to catch carp from a boat, which are very durable and make it easy to control hooked fish.

When fishing from a boat, it is quite enough to equip your fishing rod with a Nevskaya type reel. Its brake is strong enough to withstand the strongest currents when using thick monofilament thread. By the way, for large carp, fishermen of the Lower Volga use a main line with a diameter of up to 1 mm. I think this size is useless. With mobile gear, it is more convenient to fish with a fishing line with a diameter not exceeding 0.6 mm. At the end of the main line there is a sliding sinker weighing 180-200 g, after which there is a leash 30-40 cm long.

Its brake is strong enough to withstand the strongest currents when using thick monofilament thread. By the way, for large carp, fishermen of the Lower Volga use a main line with a diameter of up to 1 mm. I think this size is useless. With mobile gear, it is more convenient to fish with a fishing line with a diameter not exceeding 0.6 mm. At the end of the main line there is a sliding sinker weighing 180-200 g, after which there is a leash 30-40 cm long.

It is not advisable to use braided leashes in a strong current, especially when fishing with shell meat, since here it works like a propeller, twisting the line strongly. But on the contrary, it is advisable to take braided line as the main line, since it is not easily blown out by the current. For carp bottoms, a FireLine type braid with a diameter of 0.15-0.18 mm is suitable.

For bottom fishing for carp, hooks No. 1-3/0 according to the international classification are used. They use both hooks with a barb and sting directed parallel to the fore-end, and away from it. It is believed that the latter is more grippy.

Japanese companies Owner and Kamasan produce special carp hooks. When choosing them, you should follow a simple rule: the hook should be strong, sharp, with a ring and a short shank.

Experienced fishermen take with them when fishing a set of ready-made leashes with hooks, which are held on a compact reel. In the event of a break, such a leash can be easily fastened to a carabiner, which, together with the swivel, blocks the sliding sinker. It is recommended to take several leashes in stock at once, differing from each other in thickness and hook size. By changing leashes depending on fishing conditions or bait, you can choose the optimal hook.

Some fishermen of large rivers with strong currents equip carp donks with feeder feeders. They can be spiral or mesh and mounted on the main line in various ways. The easiest is to place a sliding feeder on the main line above the diamond sliding sinker. The good thing about a diamond-shaped sinker is that it can withstand strong currents without any problems.

Some fishermen of the Don and Lower Volga use flat frame weights that have eyes for sliding fastening in combination with sliding feeders. The leash in this design also closes the rig (Fig. 1). In addition, metal mesh feeders are used in combination with anti-twist tubes installed above the sliding sinker.

Along with the above equipment, in the current from a boat, they fish with a cake plate with many leashes, which will be discussed below. As a rule, a bite alarm is not required when fishing from a boat. If your fishing rod is equipped with a Nevskaya type reel, then the latter will signal a bite with a ratchet.

I must say that the carp takes the current decisively. He tries the bait for a short time and soon grabs the bait and confidently moves away with it. The hook must be vigorous. When fishing for a large carp, you have to spend a lot of time and remove unnecessary gear, otherwise it will become entangled with fish.

Summer bait for carp

To attract and retain fish in the fishing area, summer bait for carp is used. It is unlikely that you will be able to satiate a voracious carp in the summer, so you should not skimp on the amount of bait.

Bait recipe for carp:

• Purchased mixture for carp – 1 part;
• Steamed wheat – 1 part;
• Bran – 1 part;
• Hemp grains or crushed cake – 1 part;
• Boiled or young corn – 1/10;
• Powdered milk – 1/10 part;
• Chopped worms or other crushed bait used - 1 handful per 1 kg of mixture;
• Flavoring for carp fish – 2-3 drops per 1 kg of bait;
• Salt – 1 pinch per 1 kg of mixture;
• A pinch of sugar or 2 tablespoons of honey per 1 kg of complementary foods;
• Water from a reservoir.

To impart the necessary viscosity, clay or fishing glue is used. The ingredients can be changed at your discretion. It all depends on the taste preferences of the carp in a particular body of water. The “work” of bait can only be checked by practical fishing.

Carp behavior in August

Anticipating the onset of cold weather, in the last month of summer the carp begins to actively feed and gain weight . Small carp weighing up to 500 g drift across a pond in search of food in schools, while large specimens stay in small groups of no more than two or three individuals.

At this time, the behavior of the carp completely depends on its appetite - the fish intensively satisfies the feeling of hunger, lingering in those parts of the pond where the food supply is richer.

Experienced fishermen use the "pig" habits of carp when it sticks to places with an abundance of food. If possible, they deliberately feed the required areas in the water area of ​​the reservoir, thereby determining where the carp will stay for long periods of time.

Catching carp in June

Fishing in June is influenced by the spawning of carp. Spawning begins after the water temperature stabilizes above 15 degrees. Spawning is long, as eggs are released in portions. In some regions it continues throughout June, and only carp that have not reached sexual maturity are caught. Males become sexually mature in the third year of life, and in favorable conditions grow up to 35 cm. Females are ready to spawn at 3-5 years of life. Before this, they can grow up to 45 cm.

During spawning, large carp refuses food and does not bite. During this period, schools of mature carp concentrate in shallow water.

During the spawning period, fishing for carp and carp is prohibited.

After spawning is completed and 10-14 days later, exciting carp fishing begins in June. After a long period of fasting, post-spawning gluttony begins. It is difficult for stomachless carp to get enough of it. At the beginning of summer, it eats large quantities of cattail and reed shoots, bottom larvae, aquatic insects, as well as the eggs of spawning fish.

???? Behavior of carp in September

The object of fishing is a heat-loving species, but does not tolerate extreme heat. Too high a water temperature makes it lethargic, lazy, and forces it to hide in thick algae at shallow depths. It happens that summer weather lasts until mid-September, which negatively affects the quantity and quality of bites. If the temperature corresponds to the season, saving coolness appears (but not yet cold), the carp leaves the overgrown shallow water, moves to deeper areas and begins to feed intensively. On such days, the fisherman can expect a good bite.

Cold weather may come earlier than we would like. If September is cold, this fish bites extremely poorly, and when the temperature is less than 14 degrees, it stops being interested in bait altogether.

In the summer, wild carp exhibit vegetarian inclinations - they feed mainly on plant foods. Until autumn, the basis of its diet consists of cattail stems and shoots, various algae, floating plants and their seeds. With the arrival of September, everything changes, now he is more interested in protein-rich larvae, worms, leeches and other aquatic life. It happens that it even takes spinners on artificial baits, confusing them with living bottom inhabitants. Adapting to such changes, fishermen are also gradually switching from boilies and corn to animal baits.

You should know that the carp has excellent eyesight and, when searching for food, is guided by it no less than by smell. Hence the conclusion, confirmed in practice: the clearer the water, the better the bite, and therefore the better the fishing result.

The object of fishing is known for its excessive caution, which is especially evident in the first month of autumn. He has excellent hearing, so you need to be as quiet as possible

Carp becomes alert when he hears the sound of rowlocks and the slaps of oars, and a loud conversation on the phone or an anchor carelessly thrown into the water will force him to leave a dangerous place. He takes the bait carefully, tries it for a long time, holds it in his lips, and at the slightest danger, spits it out and swims away.

Catching carp in July

In mid-summer you have to look for large carp. In extreme heat, the fish concentrates on the depths and moves little throughout the reservoir. Only a lack of food supply forces the carp to change its site. Activity increases at sunset, at night and at dawn. The most effective fishing for carp in July is at night. But it is difficult to determine in advance the hours of intense biting, so it is better to plan fishing for the whole night.

But this does not mean that catching carp in July during the day is futile. In coastal shaded cliffs it is caught with a float rod. This tackle is also convenient to use when fishing near the border of water lilies from a boat.

For fishing at a distance from the shore, a feeder is used. The effectiveness of fishing for carp in July is increased by the number of gears. But this should not be abused. The optimal quantity is 3-4 tackles. They are cast with a fan in such a way as to prevent the lines from overlapping during the process of landing a resisting fish.

When fishing with circles, 8-10 gears are set up. After the gear is laid out on the water, you need to observe it from a distance of 20-30 meters. Carp is a cautious fish, and excess noise can force it to leave even a well-fed place. Usually in July there is enough food even for the insatiable carp.

How to feed

To attract carp to the fishing site, it is necessary to feed the selected area. Without feeding, you shouldn’t count on a big catch - the carp will simply pass by or quickly lose interest in the bait.

It is better to use three-component bait. Be sure to add a fine fraction - a cloud of turbidity is very important for carp. Don’t forget about large particles that help keep the carp at the chosen point. Usually they use those components that fish are caught with. The main thing is to crush or chop them a little.

Even if you do not plan to fish with animal bait, you must add some animal components to the bait: approximately 1/10 of the total mass of the mixture.

You can add sweet flavors: honey, anise, caramel, strawberry. This will enhance the effect of the bait. Sometimes aromas like dill, garlic, shrimp, crab and maggot also work. But you shouldn't mix different smells. It’s better to stop at just one and use it at a specific fishing point, without replacing it with anything.

Carp cannot be found in those places where pike, catfish or pike perch like to settle. He avoids encounters with these predators. However, in very large reservoirs with large holes, this rule does not work. Therefore, when searching for carp in large rivers and using animal baits, it is quite possible to catch a mustachioed catfish or a toothy pike.

Read: Catching carp at night. Choosing a place and preparing for fishing

Don't make mistakes

1. Since you have to look for carp in holes, it is very important that the bait does not go into the mud, otherwise the fish simply will not bite. It is important to set up the shipment correctly - not to make it too heavy. Feeders also need to be selected wisely: it is better to look for models with a flat bottom.

2. Flavors can also affect the bite. If there is an excess of them, the fish will bypass the bait, and if there is no or insufficient aroma, they will simply not pay attention to the baits. It is necessary to carefully select and control the strength of the flavoring.

3. When fishing in the evening, you need to try to ensure that the light from the flashlight does not fall on the water. Any light from the shore alarms and scares away the carp.

4. If someone tugs the bait easily, there is no need to hook. It’s better to wait for a confident bite when the fish swallows the bait whole. Then the carp will definitely not get off the hook.

Catching carp in August

In the first half of August, the carp behaves the same as in the middle of summer. During the first weeks of August, fishing for carp is preferable at night. If fishing is planned for several days or longer, then you should use bait. The bait can be delivered in a feeder or in a bag made of nylon stocking. The main thing is not to leave fabric bags at the bottom of the reservoir. The bait helps to increase the intensity of the bite during daytime fishing. There is no need to fuss over the ingredients of the bait. It is enough to chop the cake and scatter it on a promising area for fishing. These are deep areas with depth differences. It is better to deliver the bait closer to the bottom edge of the dump or to the entrances (exits) of the pits.

It should be noted that catching carp over a “bare” rocky bottom is a futile exercise.

From the second half of August, a gradual decrease in air and water temperatures begins. The sun often disappears behind the clouds and rain is not uncommon in August. This is an excellent period for catching carp in August, day and night.

On the eve of cold weather, fish begin to gain fat. But the carp's bite remains unpredictable. When going fishing, you need to replenish your arsenal with all kinds of bait and plant baits. To quickly determine what the fish like on the day of fishing, you should throw gear with different attachments (bait) on the hooks. Repeated bites on the same bait indicate that this bait should be preferred. After the next no-bite period occurs (more than an hour), continue experimenting with the existing baits and attachments. “Sandwiches” of bait and plant baits attract fish well.

So, with the correct preparation of gear for carp, attractive bait, a variety of baits and attachments, you can count on exciting carp fishing throughout the summer months. Interesting facts about carp can be found here.

Where to look

Carp, unlike its closest relative carp, often floats on the current. True, it still doesn’t like fast flows of water: carp prefer warm areas with slow flows. However, reservoirs with stagnant water may well bring a good catch.

Since the carp tries to stay close to natural shelters, special attention should be paid to places with a depth of 2 meters and unevenness on the bottom. Another favorite place for carp is in holes near flooded trees.

Usually it feeds at the exits and entrances to pits - it is convenient for the fisherman to look for it here, since small things do not bother you in these areas. Carp can also be found on the border of aquatic plants with a depth of about 2-3 meters.

Depending on the weather, time of day and situation on the reservoir, carp can go to shallow waters, feed along steep banks and shores with bushes and trees, and near islands.

But it is worth understanding that the carp bite is stable only in stable, constant weather. If the weather is unstable (the temperature changes, it gets very cold), then the carp stops pecking altogether. But a light breeze or mushroom rain in consistently warm weather is quite conducive to carp biting.

Read: Catching carp in spring. Plant attachments

By the way, the best time for catching carp at this time is morning and evening dawn. Only in autumn does its biting time shift to daytime hours. However, in moderately warm weather, carp can peck all day long.

Equipment for fishing for carp

Boilies are primarily used on hair rigs. It allows you to position the nozzle at some distance from the hook. Use a leash about 10 cm long. To ensure high-quality self-hooking when biting, use a heavy sinker. Some fishermen use a feeder, which acts as an additional bait when fishing for carp. A carp hook No. 6 is suitable here. The recommended length of the entire equipment is about 40 cm. The equipment is used in still water and in currents.

Boilies can have different smells

What kind of boilies should be used for carp?

The size of the boilies is determined by the size of the expected catch. To eliminate the possibility of small fish biting, the balls are made with a diameter of two or more centimeters. They will allow you to become the owner of a large specimen.

The preferences of carp are influenced by many factors:

• weather;
• season;
• water temperature;
• period of preparation for hibernation;
• preparation for throwing caviar.

Catching carp with boilies

To become the owner of a trophy carp, you will have to try

Everything is important here:

First, decide on the type of boilies. If the bottom is muddy, use a floating bait. In summer, prepare it from plant ingredients

In winter, add fishmeal and other animal ingredients.

By offering baits with different scents, you will determine which bait to use to catch carp in a particular body of water. Pay attention to the bait. Many people believe that the best bait is a handful of maggots

But experienced fishermen feed with boilies themselves. An expensive, but quite effective option will definitely please you. Nozzle quality. If you are unable to make high-quality boilies, it is better to use store-bought ones.

Animal baits for carp

Boilies are not the only type of bait for carp. Under certain circumstances, fish prefer baits of animal origin:

• Maggots are among the most common baits when fishing for many types of fish. Fly larvae give good results. Growing them yourself is not difficult. But it is much easier to purchase them;
• Larger worms are selected. They will allow you to hope for a good catch. Crawlers, earthworms and dung worms are suitable here;
• The cockchafer appears in the last month of spring. It is placed in the chest area. Tear off the wings first;
• shellfish meat. Mollusks are natural inhabitants of water bodies. Habitual food is a real delicacy for carp and other fish species. Free it from the shell and cut it into several pieces. The pieces are put on a hook.

Due to the fact that the described fish species is considered omnivorous, bait can be made from various ingredients

Plant baits for carp

Plant baits in summer give positive results:

• dough. Its preparation begins with kneading the flour. To increase the attractiveness of the bait, butter, sugar, berries, eggs and various flavors are added;
• bread. Its soft part is used when fishing for crucian carp. But add vegetable oil, flour, boiled potatoes and fruit flavors. You will get an excellent bait for carp;
• porridge. Mash the cooked millet. To prevent the mixture from crumbling, place it in the oven. Then the porridge is cut into cubes of suitable sizes;
• corn and peas are classic baits. They are soaked in water and cooked until they have a soft texture. There are recipes where the attachments are infused for about a month. During this period, the peas soak, acquiring suitable softness. The canned product also shows good results. In some situations, carp prefers peas and corn from a can;
• potato. Choose a variety that doesn't cook well. To obtain better firmness, potatoes are boiled with their skins on. Balls resembling boilies are cut from boiled tubers.

Using berries when fishing for carp

Beginner fishermen use exclusively classic baits. But under certain circumstances, fish react to various berries. In spring, use raspberries, cherries, and cherries. In the fall, offer the fish grapes and other berries. The fish will not pass by the fruit bait. The berries have a natural, attractive aroma. There is no need for additional use of flavorings here.