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... reacted to hutch in Zig Rig ??
Carp spend most of there time somewhere in the water column depending on weather conditions, zigs allow you to try and fish for them in areas other than the surface or the bottom.
Pop ups will work as will foam, with foam it is more likely what it is made up of that makes them take it unflavoured (try listening to the first Frank Warwick carp cast), personally I have had success soaking foam in CC Moore;s Natural Blend (not available any more ), I think Nige soaks his in Essentials Thaumatin-B and I have friends that use Betalin (Both are similar sweet based products) as well with good success rates.
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... reacted to muftyboy in July '17 Catch Reports
Had a double take the other night and lost the bigger one of the two .
This was the second one that went off about 5 seconds before I lost the 1st one.
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... reacted to commonly in Hair rigs (or something different)
Unless I'm in a bag, I always put anti tangle sleeves at swivel end fella. always kicks the bait away from the lead
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... reacted to phil dalts in Hair rigs (or something different)
Stick to what you're confident with. Since I've been fishing loads of rigs came into fashion, chod, multi rig, now Ronnie rig. Keep it simple and tangle free and you've got as much chance as the next guy
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... got a reaction from cloud9 in Hair rigs (or something different)
Honestly...since ive started carp fishing a few weeks ago ive just used pre tied rigs but amended them to hold 1/2 boilies and not missed a take (4 carp only) but back of my mind its not what ive made..ginna try these out at weekend but hair rigs are the easiest to make..when i dont het bites i change the bait or location...i only fish inline also..
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... reacted to Gaz in come on then, what pets you got or would like
mate, i love staffs, i have had a couple of proper staffs but there is so much bad publicity now with soooooooo many cross breeds out there that i dont know if i could put up with the dangerous dog rubbish tbh. proper quality dogs
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... reacted to greekskii in July '17 Catch Reports
Two from the weekend. Unfortunately I really ballsed the night time self takes up. My own fault for not having a decent camera!
17lber that gave one hell of a scrap & 21lb that was stunning apart from the mouth. Gutted I messed the pics up and it had real sandpaper like skin.
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... reacted to salokcinnodrog in A Bit Of Interactive Bank Chat
My god, my car must be clean to have gotten that reflection!
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... reacted to salokcinnodrog in A Bit Of Interactive Bank Chat
Not a happy bunny, a proper carp run at 1.30 this morning, followed by a blooming cut off.
Sling rod down in disgust climb back into sleeping bag, swearing.
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... reacted to chillfactor in What a photo.
Thought I would stick this one on your thread mufty.... cracking photo of a group of fish up Horseshoe.
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... got a reaction from cyborx in NGT Tackle - Anygood
I bought a full 3 rod setup with everything but upgraded the alarms to the VS alarms with the built in snag ears..used the rods once but as they are fibreglass and not carbon, might upgrade to Sonik SKS or SK3/SK4 but like the look or Nash Pursuits...
NGT also do carbon but in a Dynamic range.
But as a starter i will soon learn and find out from friends with info.
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... reacted to welder in NGT Tackle - Anygood
Highy, you might want to consider bringing pod and full setup back from the edge until only your rod tips are over the water. Cast shadows and sight of the outhang by fish cruising the edge may result in spooking potential catches.
Just an observation.
Ian
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... reacted to chris in NGT Tackle - Anygood
The most important item of tackle I have is from NGT.
Very important
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... reacted to bluelabel in NGT Tackle - Anygood
for starter kit you can't go far wrong... as others have said, as you get more accustomed to using the gear, you will find it's limitations... I concur with the other chaps that for terminal gear, it's just not worth buying cheap... as it's the last three feet of your gear that will catch you the fish... go for a named and trusted brand
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... reacted to Andy Hull in NGT Tackle - Anygood
As others have said NGT bits and pieces are ok, i have the landing net handle, ok it's a bit heavier and thicker then the best models and it doesn't look as cool but it has worked for me for over 2 years now and is still going strong and at £8.99 i thought ot was a bargain too, also if i break it i won't be as bothered as if i had paid £50!
I have just upgraded my rods and have bought Shimano Tribal Velocity 3.25tc rods and have to say although not alot more expensive (£15) than my older rods (JRC Contact 2.75tc) they are worlds appart.
I also have the NGT Tackle box and Bivy table, i personally think They are as good as the rest and won't be upgrading them any time soon.
With NGT tackle you generally have to pick it up and have a feel to see if it's ok and will suit your needs but generally for a beginner i don't think there is anything wrong with it.
Just my opinion!
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... got a reaction from B.C. in NGT Tackle - Anygood
I bought a full 3 rod setup with everything but upgraded the alarms to the VS alarms with the built in snag ears..used the rods once but as they are fibreglass and not carbon, might upgrade to Sonik SKS or SK3/SK4 but like the look or Nash Pursuits...
NGT also do carbon but in a Dynamic range.
But as a starter i will soon learn and find out from friends with info.