Choosing a reel for fishing for carp/carp

Before moving directly to the consideration of the issues of catching carp, as well as the equipment necessary for this, we will briefly describe some of the features of this type of fish, which will allow us to more effectively analyze and select the necessary equipment in the future. In addition, it would be useful to identify the main habitats, as well as the optimal time frame for successful carp fishing, and only then begin to describe the gear in more detail.

Carp: description and features

Carp is a large freshwater fish, which according to its biological characteristics belongs to the carp family. In simple terms, this is the “wild form” of carp. However, in a number of European languages, as well as in Latin, they are called the same.

The fundamental difference between these closest relatives is their lifestyle: carp raised by humans in artificial conditions are much less mobile. This is the reason for the main species characteristic of the wild branch of the family - an elongated, block-shaped body, which helps the fish move faster.

As for other external features, the carp boasts rather large scales of a golden color, it has a dark back and bright red fins. The dorsal and caudal fins are equipped with a jagged saw-tooth ray that is dangerous to the hands; the fish has a large head and a high forehead.

The fish's mouth, framed by two pairs of whiskers, has a large upper jaw protruding above the lower jaw (lower mouth). This arrangement of jaws is a special adaptation of fish that feed on bottom organisms.

As already noted, carp is a fairly large fish. The size of an adult specimen can reach 100-120 cm, and its weight can be more than 20 kg. Average size – 50-70 cm, weight – 4-6 kg. The lifespan of this species is up to 30-35 years, but it stops growing at 7-8 years.

Among the main features of the carp’s lifestyle, we can name its heat-loving nature, which is mainly due to its southern distribution. It spawns at a temperature of 18-20 degrees. Most often, individuals are grouped in flocks, but large specimens can also live alone.

In summer, fish eat shoots of aquatic plants, frog and fish eggs. During the cold season, carp changes its diet to eating insects and invertebrates.

Habitats

The fishing location for carp is one of the most important aspects in achieving success, since this fish does not have the habit of frequently changing its location. A beginner’s mistake is choosing a place for fishing that is comfortable by human standards, but the object of the hunt prefers to avoid places where people often visit.

In the dark, a suitable position for yourself should be determined in a wild place located near the expected depths in the reservoir. We need quiet places with slow currents, heaps of stones, and snags.

On a summer day, you can find a fishing target near reeds and thickets of other aquatic plants, in fairly deep places. Wild carp prefer shallow water only at dusk or dawn.

Often the characteristics of “carp places” are as follows: significant differences in bottom relief, windbreaks, muddy, clayey bottom. An important trick useful in detection is the bursts at sunrise. Having arrived at the place in the dark and having discovered this phenomenon, one can safely hope for further success.

Fishing season

According to the observations of experienced fishermen, carp bite throughout the warm season with some difference in activity. This period begins almost after the ice melted and the water began to warm up (the specific time depends on the climatic conditions of the individual region). At this time, carp are biting in the rivers.

He loves clayey edges under steep ravines, places with holes, snags and opposite currents. On the lakes the fish bites a little later, when the water temperature approaches 15-18 degrees. The final time frame of the season is considered to be late autumn, closer to the appearance of ice in places with a quiet current.

This fish bites most actively closer to autumn and until October, in the summer - more often at night, and at night the probability of catching a particularly large individual is greatest.

Selection of bait and attachments for catching carp

In the summer, after the water has subsided and until mid-August, in order not to attract the attention of small things, we use bait that quickly sinks to the bottom and creates little turbidity. These are mainly steamed split peas, pearl barley, chickpeas and corn with the addition of attractants. I prefer to use garlic and anise drops. At this time, we use steamed peas and hand-made boilies with a diameter of 7 to 12 mm from semolina and pea puree as bait. The attractants are the same as for bait. Other baits are constantly eaten by small fish during the summer period. From mid-August until almost freeze-up, when the pressure from small fish decreases, we use various commercially produced bait mixtures that create a large cloud of turbidity. Effective, for example, carp mixtures produced by. We definitely add steamed peas or corn to them. We add a little attractants or do without them altogether. For bait we use dung worms, pearl barley, peas, snails, shells and canned sweet corn. For some unknown reason, carp prefers corn, and ignores the products of other companies. With the onset of cold weather, the carp becomes more capricious in its choice of food, you have to experiment with bait, make “sandwiches” from various baits, for example: mobile with corn, or a small piece of shell with peas, or a couple of grains with a snail.

There can be many options. It is best to go fishing with an overnight stay. And not just for the sake of sitting by the fire and eating sweet, fragrant fish soup, although this is also important. The main thing is to feed in the evening in the most promising places. You will need a lot of bait, about 10-15 kg for two or three places. Of course, it is better to feed for several days in a row, training the carp to one place. Before dark, we place marking buoys and scatter bait between them. The most important thing is to do it before dark. One day, having arrived at the place quite late, we first set up a tent, prepared dinner, and only after that fed it. They did this in the dark. We knew the place thoroughly, we weren’t afraid to make a mistake, but the next morning it turned out that the bait had been scattered in completely different places. With the onset of dawn, when we went out on the water, we could not find the marking buoys in the usual places and we were all perplexed. where are they before the fog clears? The buoys turned out to be located tens of meters from the desired locations. The bait was wasted. I want to emphasize that we feed two or three places at once, since often only one of them “works”. And there are times when, after catching a couple of carp or after leaving, the fish completely refuses to bite, then you have to change the place. This is how we swim during fishing, constantly changing our location, giving places a “rest.” Not forgetting, of course, to feed them when changing. While fishing, feed the area with balls the size of tennis balls every twenty minutes, trying to create a path of bait. If we fish from a boat together, we try to ensure that the boundaries of our fishing gear are as close to each other as possible. We make the wiring at a distance no more than twice the length of the rod. We do not use wiring with a long float release. Firstly, feeding from a long distance is quite problematic. Secondly, the bottom topography is not always the same. Thirdly, catching carp from a long distance is much more difficult. And the most important thing is that during a long-distance vacation you can no longer talk about classic wiring; other gear and other skills are needed here. We usually fish from inflatable boats to create less noise. It is advisable to have two people in the boat, since when fishing for large specimens, the help of a friend is often necessary. A standard bite for carp looks like this: the float is confidently submerged two or three times, then dives under the water or. gradually going deeper it goes to the side. But sometimes the carp bites sluggishly, the float twitches a little and stops, or very slowly goes under the water, as if hooked. In such cases, it is also worth cutting. As soon as you feel some kind of heaviness at the other end of the fishing line, do not hesitate - there are a couple of seconds until the carp understands what happened to it. During this short time, you need to try to lift him as high as possible or pull him away from the writhing. This gives you more chances to win. Then the carp begins to actively resist and performs all its tricks. Here the chances of winning are equal.

General requirements for all tackle for carp

Carp is famous for the fact that it provides amazing resistance to the fisherman, so the gear must, first of all, be reliable. Moreover, each element is carefully selected and pre-checked.

For the fish in question, float tackle with a “running” rig or bottom tackle is most often used.

The use of a float rod is possible in the following conditions:

1. Fishing on the lake from a boat.
2. Fishing in deep places of rivers located in close proximity to the shore:

• with a weak current;
• in the presence of so-called return flows (areas of rotational movement of water).

The main requirements for a fishing rod are its rigidity and fast action, the possibility of forced fishing. The most suitable types:

• Spinning - fast action, having an increased test of 80-100 g and a length of 2.7 to 3 m;
• Carp - from 5 to 6 m long.

The specific length depends on the location : while it is more convenient to fish from a boat with a shorter rod, from the shore it is preferable to use a longer rod.
The reel should also be powerful ; a reel with a baitrunner, the so-called “carp reel,” is best suited.
The type of fishing line depends on the chosen method - both monofilament and braided fishing line of various diameters are used for carp.

It is better to prepare special hooks - carp ones, the main difference of which is the way of attaching the bait - not on the hook itself, but next to it. Among the indicated subtypes of hooks, it is also important to choose the most reliable one, and the remaining characteristics of the hook (size, shape, etc.) depend on specific conditions.

When choosing a float , first of all you should pay attention to those that are specifically designed for use at depth . Both the float and the sinkers must be sliding.

For successful fishing, the equipment of the feeder plays a role not so much as the equipment itself. The choice depends on the speed of the current : in stagnant water they use lightweight plastic ones, in small currents - lead ones, a steel feeder makes sense at a very high flow speed.

Thus, the general requirements for equipment are dictated mainly by the strength and resourcefulness of wild carp.

Fishing for carp from a boat onto a side donka

The gear for catching carp on a large river is a side donkey, so to speak, of large caliber. The most successful carp fishing from a boat usually happens in the autumn, if we talk about the Volga. During this period, it is not uncommon to catch trophy fish, apparently due to the fact that the carp begins to eat intensively before the arrival of cold weather, and then a long winter.

Volga fishing rods for fishing from a boat can be divided into two classes: heavy “rings” and donkey feeders, designed according to the feeder principle. “Koltsovka” is the heavy artillery among donks, since the feeder can weigh more than a kilogram, and it is also accompanied by a heavy lead ring weighing at least 150 g.

Side bottoms with a feeder on a fishing line are an analogue of a feeder, only with a shortened rod and are used in less deep places than “rings” and with a more moderate current.

Catching carp on the river has its own characteristics. First of all, for successful fishing, the place must be deep, have dumps and some underwater hollows, holes, stones, and snags. Large carp prefer to stay in the current, often quite strong, where other fish almost do not live. This applies to small white bream, roach, silver bream, and blue bream. Therefore, in such places, small fish will not annoy the fisherman with fussy twitching of the donkey’s guard.

So, the “ring”... First of all, it is a heavy metal feeder, the bottom of which is filled with lead, which makes the feeder seemingly disproportionately heavy. But in a strong current near the fairway, this is what is required. The feeder must be closed with a tight lid so that the bait is not washed out while lowering the feeder to the bottom. You can put a rubber gasket on the lid, then the ring lying on the metal lid will not grind under the pressure of the current. The ring has a slot so that the main line of the donkey can be inserted there. Sometimes the slot is made in the form of complex back-and-forth moves, which does not allow the fishing line to slip out of the slot, or the slot is closed with a plastic tube placed on a ring. However, there are many options for a wide variety of valves that close the slot.

Catching carp from a boat using a ring pattern begins with filling the feeder with bait. Usually on the Volga it is boiled porridge with peas and with the addition of branded bait for the feeder, which flavors the homemade filler from a set of porridges. Syrups and dips are also added. For autumn there are syrups and dips with the smell of fish; in summer fruit additives are more often used.

Next, the feeder is lowered to the bottom, preferably away from the boat. To do this, it is thrown away from the side. Despite the fact that fishing takes place at a depth of at least six meters, the carp still sees the bottom of the boat and is more careful than usual. In addition, the tackle works better at an angle.

Then the hooks of undergrowth, which reaches a length of up to 3 meters, are baited in the boat. The bait is usually worms and maggots. They are planted in tassels in the form of “sandwiches”. Then the main line is threaded into the slot of the ring and the equipment with hooks, carried away by the ring, is carefully released into the depths. The main advantage of such gear is that the undergrowth with baited hooks is always in the stream of bait.

An onboard fishing rod is installed in a special nest on board the boat, which is a short spinning rod with a bite alarm, that is, a spring with a bell or feeder bell. This could also be a fishing rod for winter trolling with the same guard made of a flat or other spring. The guardhouse can be topped with a bell or feeder bell, in case the fisherman suddenly dozes off in the boat, rocked by the Volga wave.

Feeder tackle

Experienced fishermen most often choose bottom gear for the reason that they have to fish from the bottom, and, as a rule, from afar. A modern version of this type of equipment is the feeder, which differs from the bottom fishing rod by the presence of tips called “quivertips”, designed to signal a bite. In addition, the feeder allows the use of special feeders. The rod has guide rings on low holders, as well as thin, replaceable quivertypes with feeders of different weights of varying rigidity.

Rod

The following classes of feeder rods are distinguished: light, medium and heavy. The most universal is the middle class, whose characteristics are suitable for almost all possible fishing conditions. This fishing rod will be optimal for a beginner. Using the feeder test, you can determine the maximum possible amount of gear for a particular class: for light ones - no more than 40 g, for medium ones - from 40 to 80 g, for heavy ones - from 80 g. The class of the rod also determines its structure: heavy ones have a fast action, light ones – slower.

Features of the feeder rod for carp fishing:

• power, elasticity and, at the same time, flexibility;
• with rare exceptions, it consists of two parts, with each connection having a bushing or a pressure gasket;
• material - carbon fiber, fiberglass or bamboo;
• from 6 to 10 rings, installed in order from large to small diameter towards the quivertip.

Whip

The whip (tip, quiver tip) of the feeder rod performs two functions - shock absorption and signaling. The presence of the latter determines the importance of the sensitivity of these devices. Depending on sensitivity, quivertypes are divided into:

• soft - made of fiberglass - necessary in conditions of weak or no current;
• medium – for average water flow;
• rigid - made of carbon fiber - for strong currents.

It is impossible to give clear recommendations for choosing a feeder rod tip; you need to be guided by the individual feeling of the bite of a particular angler. However, it is worth remembering that the whip must support the weight of the intended equipment.

fishing line

For the feeder, depending on the casting distance, both monofilament and braided fishing lines are used. For short distances, monofilament is good; for long distances, braided line is suitable. This is explained by extensibility indicators, which, in turn, affect the transmission of the bite signal to the quivertip. Optimal line diameter indicators:

• monofilament line – for fish up to 1 kg – 0.16-0.2 mm
• for fish more than 1 kg - 0.2-0.22 mm.
• braided fishing line - 0.1-0.16 mm.

Coil

As noted above, a reel with a baitrunner system is optimal when preparing gear for carp. However, it is also possible to use a regular reel with a friction spool, equipped with an anti-reverse and clamp control button. This is convenient when unwinding the fishing line because you do not need to open the line guide.

Feeder

The general requirements for a feeder for catching carp are fully suitable for a feeder. Let us only add that in conditions of significant current, the shape of the feeder plays an important role. In this case, experienced fishermen recommend using a feeder with a rectangular cross-section, which does not roll along the bottom with the current, and also has a larger volume than triangular feeders.

Hooks

When choosing a hook, you must be guided by the following criteria:

• short, durable fore-end with notches;
• durable sting with notches;
• When you pry the hook, it should spring back a little.

What kind of reel should be used for catching carp?

Inertial ones are not suitable, they do not have a friction brake, so derailments and breaks happen much more often. Multiplier reels are expensive, and they are rarely used on Bolognese fishing rods. Inertialess coils remain. You can’t skimp on reels - this is the heart of the gear. Here, too, we need to find a middle ground. Reels that are too small can fail when fighting large fish, and reels that are too large can weigh down the tackle. As a rule, I use reels with a spool that can hold 100 m of 03 mm fishing line. The gear ratio doesn't matter much; it's not a spinning rod. But the brake must have a very precise setting. The winding of the fishing line onto the spool should be uniform, without dips or bumps. I'm using a reel. Wild carp's lips are much coarser and thicker than those of its counterparts bred in ponds, since in the wild it feeds on a variety of mollusks and crustaceans. Therefore, the hooks must be very sharp, not too thick and can withstand maximum load. I use hooks No. 2, 3 (according to the international classification). The color of the hooks is also important. If you catch it with steamed peas or canned corn, it should be gilded, and if you catch it with worms or other dark baits, then it should be black. The use of hooks with a ring or a spatula, I think, is a matter of taste; I prefer with a spatula. Now about the equipment. I use spindle-shaped floats with a solid fit on the fishing line, with a load capacity of 3 to 7 g, depending on the depth, wind direction and current speed. Selecting the right float can only be done experimentally, based on the fact that it should be as sensitive as possible and transmit any touch of the fish to the nozzle. If the bite is bad, even the slightest changes in the behavior of the float indicate the need for hooking. When fishing for carp, leashes are not used in wiring - for the simple reason that it is no longer possible to put a thinner line. The sinkers are not distributed along the fishing line, but are concentrated at a distance of 20-30 cm from the hook (Fig. 1). This is done to ensure that the baited hook is as close as possible to the bottom throughout the entire retrieve. Sometimes you have to let the nozzle in so that it “drags” along the bottom (Fig. 2). If it goes at least 15 m higher, you can forget about bites or they will be very rare.

Makushatnik

Fishing with a makushatnik is an old and proven, and, most importantly, inexpensive and no less effective method, even in comparison with the most modern fishing gear. And carp is one of the connoisseurs of cake.

Sinker. In fly fishing, it is possible to use a very diverse range of weights and shapes. And at stakes and lakes, you don’t even have to use sinkers at all, throwing the top up to 30 meters. If you need to cast further, the weight can be quite small - 50-60 g.

For places with current, the following types of weights are used:

• washer - mainly suitable for still water, but can also be used on a river in the appropriate weight. Weight ranges from 50 to 200 grams, for medium and strong currents the optimal weight is from 120 grams;
• dovetail - a popular sinker model, ideal for currents;
• horseshoe - has a flat shape, has proven itself well on rivers.

Greater stability of the tackle on the bottom will be achieved by following the following rule: pull the top of the rod a little towards the shore to the edge immediately after casting.

Dumpling cube. The quality of the cake plays a major role in fishing with the mascara. Fishermen advise buying ready-made makha, cut into cubes. It can be pure or already with added scent. The density of the cube depends on the intensity of the current at the intended fishing spot: for a current, a denser one is suitable, and for standing water, a less dense top is suitable. The freshness of the material should be the determining factor when choosing a cake.

It is recommended to drill holes in the corners of the crown cube for inserting hooks, but many anglers do not insert hooks and still get the same catch. Immediately before fishing, you can flavor the top. Fruity scents, the smell of hemp, honey, and vanilla are often used.

Bead. The stop bead you need is completely ordinary, medium-sized, and not bright. The bead is attached to the end of the fishing line near the sinker and serves to ensure that the fish that swallows the hook hooks itself.

Fishing line. It is recommended to use monofilament with a diameter of 0.4 to 0.6 mm. It's not easy to predict what size fish you'll be dealing with, but it's still worth checking the vein for tearing. In total, approximately 50 meters of fishing line will be required.

Leashes. A braided line with a diameter of 0.22 mm is most often used as a leash. It is a good idea to use a camel to connect to the main line to avoid tangling the tackle.

According to some anglers, the leader should be soft so that the fish grabs it more naturally. The rigidity of the fishing line plays a bad role in this case. As an option, supporters of this opinion propose making leashes from nylon thread.

The length of the leash varies among different fans of this type of fishing from 4-6 cm to 8-10 cm.

Types of equipment for carp

Carp is a solid catch, desired by all fishermen, but catching the fish is not so easy. The success of the event depends on the equipment for catching carp, bait, and choosing the right place. Previously, we have already looked at a catchable bait - boilies for carp, we recommend initially focusing on it, and then experimenting on the spot.

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The equipment for carp in the current, in calm water, on a lake, river and other conditions will always be different. The method of fishing also plays an important role in preparation.

Various tackles are used for carp and carp; then we’ll talk about popular types.

Hair rig

When preparing for fishing, it is worth considering that carp does not swallow bait, as other species do. During suction, there is a high probability of the fish being frightened due to contact with the metal.

To prevent touching the hook, use the hair method of attaching the bait or attachment. Its peculiarity is that the bait is not attached to the hook, that is, the fish reaches the tip only after sucking in all the delicacy. The method is effective due to the self-cutting of the carp.

In its classic form it is made from:

• hair consisting of monofilament fishing line, braided is used less often. Choose thin fishing line options that do not interfere with the free movement of the bait in the water;
• high strength hook;
• fasteners that secure the attachment to the hair.

There is no clear rule about how much distance to leave between the bait and the hook, but more often it is 4 cm. We recommend taking 3-4 hair rigs for fishing.

Equipment with a “method” feeder and hair equipment providing for self-cutting

Float tackle

The basic requirements for the elements of float gear are reflected in the section above, but we will try to add some more specific recommendations.

When using float gear, it is important to feed in large fractions several hours before fishing. For this, you can use a mesh with small cells or a bag, putting porridge or cake in them. Clay balls with peas, corn, etc. are also suitable. The main principle is that complementary foods should be solid and large.

rod (length 5-6 meters) or a rigid fast-action spinning rod with a test weight of 80-100g (length 3 m) is suitable.

A reel with a baitrunner - as a necessary element was described in the section “Feeder tackle”.

Stand. It is better if there is a special carp one, installed at an angle to the horizon.

Monoline. When choosing the diameter of the fishing line, you should remember the same features of the fish species in question (size and strength of resistance provided), thus, the larger the diameter, the greater the likelihood of achieving success. The optimal line diameter is considered to be from 0.25 to 0.3 mm; this is quite enough to pull out a fish up to 10 kg.

A thicker line will alert the fish, and, in addition, it will be carried away more strongly by the current. As for the type of fishing line, experienced fishermen advise not to take a braided one, which is not able to compensate for strong jerks due to the lack of stretchability.

Among its disadvantages is also the fact that the “wicker” tends to collect a larger amount of mud and is often cut by sharp elements of snags and hogs overgrown with shells. The leash, as usual, is made from fishing line of a smaller diameter, for example, 0.23-0.25 mm.

The leash needs to be very long: from 0.3 to 1 meter. In addition, you should put pellets on it so that it lies at the bottom: a smart and cunning object of the hunt will certainly notice the fishing line stretching upward.

Carp hooks must be selected with a short shank and a sting on the side. Numbers from 2 to 6 are recommended.

The float is selected sliding, specially adapted for depth. At the same time, its carrying capacity is practically unimportant, since the depth is always set greater than it actually is. More attention should be paid to camouflage the float in color and size.

The sinker used is not heavy.

Tackle for carp

Content

When choosing gear for catching carp, experienced fishermen pay attention to reliable fishing line, rod and reel.

Rod

Successful fishermen fish with any type of rod weighing up to 5 kg, which means there is no need to buy a special fishing rod.

Key Features:

• the length is taken in the range of 3.5-4.2 m;
• test within 100-150 g.

Experienced fishermen use bottom gear to hunt carp, which they prepare with their own hands.

Coil

Heavy feeders are used for carp, and high-strength reels are installed to cast them. The reliability of each equipment element is a key parameter.

The best results combined with convenience are shown by carp reels with:

• the number of bearings is more than 5 pieces, with 3-4 pieces wear is greatly accelerated;
• gear ratio 4.1:1-4.8:1;
• spool size over 4500, good results were seen with the option with a friction spool;
• bayrunner.

fishing line

Carp are less easily caught on thick fishing line; it is better to buy one with a diameter of up to 0.25 mm, but with increased strength. The weight of carp often exceeds 10 kg, the fishing line must withstand a catch of any size. The length of the reserve is selected up to 200 m. It is better to install it together with a shock leader up to 10 meters. It is better to choose braid up to 0.15 mm.

Requirements for gear are dictated by experience:

• leashes for catching carp should be invisible, 20-40 cm long;
• Fishing hooks are chosen to be sharp and dark in color; it is better to sharpen them additionally. After sharpening they should not shine. Fishermen prefer hooks of grades 3-7;
• The feeder is selected taking into account the casting distance. When fishing near the shore, they take 2 container feeders, and for long casts they prefer feeding options.

The fishing line must be strong enough to withstand the jerks of large fish or snags.

Bottom tackle

The length of the bottom fishing rod is determined by the fact that most often casting is done from a boat. In this case, a length of 2.5-2 m is considered successful. The choice of reel does not play a special role, however, as in previous types of fishing, a powerful reel is desirable.

The length of the fishing line wound on the reel should be from 30 to 45 meters. It is better to take a monofilament line, if possible, that matches the color scheme of the bottom. The sinker, depending on the strength of the current, can weigh 40-80 grams for a weak one, and from 80 to 100 grams for a strong one. A suitable leash length is 25-40 cm, line diameter is 0.3-0.4 mm. The hook you need again is a carp hook, approximately No. 2.

When fishing with a bottom fishing rod, it is important to use durable baits such as a worm or unsteamed cake. The nozzle is placed on the hook arbitrarily. In this case, bait is not required.

Bottom rigs

They are not used in competitions or any type of sport fishing, but the technique has gained great popularity among the people. The following types are used by fishermen.

Spring

Spring fishing involves using a spring reel. It is attached directly to the fishing line; beads or a rubber stopper act as a retainer. Leashes and hooks about 7 cm in length are installed along the entire circumference at equal intervals.

Makushatnik

This is an easy-to-make and easy-to-catch rig, which is made using a “horseshoe” or “dovetail” type sinker. The sinkers are pulled onto the fishing line and additionally secured with a knot. Step back a little from the knot (5-15 cm) and install a stop bead.

Catching carp with top and cake has won the hearts of fishermen due to the easy availability and low cost of bait. A hole is made in it strictly in the center, into which a fishing line with a knot is passed. A carabiner with leashes is attached to the end, and a hook is attached to each. You can install a different bait on the tip or use the same top.

Do-it-yourself fishing fluff is made not so much to save money as to impart special properties to the composition. Today there are a lot of makukha recipes, many are sold in stores, but experienced fishermen often have their own additives. Chod Rig shows the best results.

The design of the “makushatnik” uses a ball made of a wine cork and a sinker (it is better to make it in the shape of a pear with flat edges).

The most ancient tackle for carp with your own hands. It is a block of top, secured with rubber rings on a lead base.

Pacifier

The “nipple” tackle is a feeder into which thick bait is placed. The desired consistency of the bait should correspond to warm plasticine. Hooks are placed inside.

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Spinning

Spinning is not the most popular means for catching carp, but with its help you can achieve some success.

rod is chosen to be durable (test from 60 g), equipped with a powerful reel and strong fishing line.

Bait . Most often, a vibrating tail mounted on a jig head, 7-8 cm in size, gives the desired result. The color of the bait should remind the fish of food, so we use soft colors - brown, dark green. You can soak it in flavors.

Which bait and bait should I choose?

Carp is very voracious and eats everything that can be eaten around it. However, the most popular bait for catching it has become a worm. Crawlers and dung worms are most suitable . In second place are plant attachments, the list of which is very large:

• porridges: millet, pea, corn, semolina, etc.;
• bread crumb with crust;
• dough
• potato
• cake
• pasta, etc.

Of course, he will also like various types of boilies.

The bait used is also different. The basic rules are to feed with large fragments, do not overfeed.

Fishing technique

The technique for catching carp varies depending on the type of gear, as well as the experience of the fisherman. Let's list the basic rules and techniques:

1. Be sure to secure the rod after casting.
2. The carp hooks itself, so you shouldn’t make unnecessary movements after the fish grabs the bait.
3. If a fish caught on a hook goes under a snag, you should not pull it out, you should fasten the rod again and wait until it comes out on its own.
4. The carp resists to the last, so you need to lead him confidently and calmly until the very end.