Basic carp fishing tactics
Frustrating as it is, carp fishing can be very rewarding. Carp are masters at sucking in and blowing out suspicious baits.
Carp will happily feed on the surface as long as you keep the pellets, biscuits, chic peas, bread, and re-hydrated corn coming in; these are inexpensive baits. Soften biscuits by dipping them in water for about 2 minutes then place them in a sealed sandwich bag for about an hour. Since different brands have different textures, just experiment to know which is firm enough to cast. Once they get into feeding, let them feel comfortable around the bait. This gives more opportunity for the fisherman as they start to become less cautious.
As soon as they’re feeding, cast the bait but make sure not to drop the bait directly onto the feeding carp. Cast away from the feeding area then slowly draw it in position. While the hooked bait is still hanging keep scattering extra bait to prevent the fish from leaving.
How to set-up
Use a hair rig to increase your chance of catching. As carp taste food first, if they don’t like the taste, they won’t come near it.
You could use a Spider Line, 50 lb test, also use a suitable leader.
Thread the bait on a baiting needle and hook the hair loop. You can also use foam dipped in a flavor as this enhances the attractiveness of the bait.
Make a baiting needle by just straightening a long shank hook. Slide the bait on the shank then slide the bait from the needle onto the hair.
Using a float is also an advantage because it adds weight for further distancing and the location can then be easily identified.
A leader can be used which is attached to the swivel to its mainline of at least 3 feet length with a 10lb Drennan double strength. A low diameter mono will do just as long as it floats well enough for visibility.
As experts say, it is not the bait that catches the carp but the method in which the bait is introduced. Pre-bait everyday, in one spot for a few days. This makes the carp think that there is a regular source of food for them and there will soon be a regular school of them. Patience is the key.
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