Fishing Frenzy

There is a long standing opinion held by many sports fishermen that carp are not worth a dime. They operate under the assumption that carp simply eat everything in their path, ruin the habitats of other fish, and aren't worthy of the time it takes to clean and eat them. Recently, however, this attitude is maintained with less frequency, and more fishermen in the United States are looking specifically for carp. In Europe, carp fishing has long been a favorite pastime, and they do not need to be told the value of the fish. Wherever you are located, when you decide to take up this particular type of angling, there is certain equipment needed to go carp fishing.

The most expensive piece of equipment, but one that will make your carp fishing excursion more enjoyable, is a bivvy. These structures resemble a tent, and you will want to look around to find the right one the first time. Be sure that the bivvy has doors that securely tie in the back, otherwise you will be irritated when they flap away in the breeze. The bivvy will be your home away from home on the banks of your fishing spot, so purchase one roomy enough to comfortably hold a bed, chairs, and all of your fishing equipment.

When going carp fishing, it is important to utilize the correct rod for the job. There are specific models that cater to this kind of angling, and the best way to begin your search for the proper one is to consider the test curve of prospective rods. The test curve is an indication of how much applied force causes a rod to bend up to and beyond 90 degrees. The 2.5 lb. test curve is most often sought by fishermen because this rating is able to adequately wrangle fish that are on par with the typical size of a carp.

The reels affixed to most rods used for carp fishing are either fixed spool one clutch or baitrunner two clutch models. The baitrunner two clutch reel has gained popularity over the one clutch style because the fishing line does not break as easily on them when a fish hits hard and takes off fast. For bait, many carp fishermen have discovered the positive results of chick peas first hand, as well as caramel corn. Cold cuts have also been known to work well, and when used in conjunction with a silicon lure, many carp have been caught.

As carp fishing has begun to experience more enthusiasts, the techniques have improved in recent years. The preceding tips have been handed down from veteran anglers and tested by fishermen time and again. As long as you carry the proper equipment on hand and have patience, you will be reeling in carp in no time.