andywilson123

What specifications do you look at when choosing a bait boat?

Hey, if you're aiming for big carp, these tips might help: Pre-baiting: Start baiting a spot a few days before you fish there. Carp will get used to finding food in that spot. I like using a mix of boiled corn, pellets, and some small particle baits. Find the right spot: Look for areas with overhanging trees, weed beds, or gravel bars. These are prime spots where carp like to hang out. Stay quiet and be patient: Big carp are smart and wary of anglers. Approach your fishing spot quietly and avoid making too much noise. Patience is key; sometimes you might need to wait hours or even days. Choose the right bait: High-quality, nutritious baits can make a big difference. I usually go for baits that mimic the carp’s natural food sources. Use technology: Tools can really give you an edge. For example, the CatchX Mini GPS bait boat is awesome. It can precisely drop your bait where you want it, especially in those hard-to-reach spots. It makes bait placement super easy without disturbing the water too much.

I think rippton’s headlamp is good. It’s super light. If your friend likes night fishing, maybe he will like it.

What's your go-to rig setup for fishing in weedy conditions?

Use a rippton catchx pro and it comes with a fish finder. The interface of bait boat and fish finder appear in the same app. I just set a scanning task by selecting a zone and it will do the work. It sends me an alarm once detects a fish and generates a spot on your screen. Definitely improve my catch rate!

Tips for finding carp hotspots in a new lake?

What is the best fishing session you've ever had?

Live bait or boilies?

Wonder if your mate would like to have a pink alarm set?

I would strongly recommend purchasing one integrated with the bait boat like CatchX pro. No need for wifi extender, more stable signal, app, easy and accurate to cast!

Well, I believe they are more friendly to the environment if you use them in the long run in terms of the fact that you don't need to change the batteries. And as technology progresses, we should be able to see longer life spans. The rechargeable alarms I currently using can last around a week as it is connected to the phone. It is convenient for me to schedule the charging as I can easily check the battery status on my phone.

I am more of a devil's advocate of the new technology. I like to see brands like Rippton trying out new ideas and working to integrate innovative features into their fishing tackles. The key is reliability. New features should be added as the technology makes progress and the fishing scenarios and needs of the anglers also keep changing. Rechargeable batteries are more friendly to the environment and can guarantee better waterproof performance as the batteries are sealed. You have to charge them more often, but today power banks are so common to use on the bank anyway.

Nobody likes angling direct LOL

Where do you normally purchase your fishing tackle?

Using swingers myself and they work perfectly with my BiteKeeper Pro bite alarms, which have a port for the swingers!

Do you think Delkim produces the best bite alarm and why?

CatchX Pro with sonar and boat control interface in the same app. the sonar range reaches 300m which is amazing

Yes definitely my sonar will scan the water and if it detects any fish, it’ll send a fish alert on the app so I know the ideal spot to cast my bait and rig.

catchx pro bait boat very impressive

Just back from EFTTEX the biggest one in Europe

Rippton used to sell a bait boat called CatchX that has four hoppers, but they don’t sell it anymore. However, you might be able to find someone selling a used CatchX bait boat in the Rippton Facebook group. It’s worth checking out if you’re interested in that particular model. Hope this helps!

Hello there! If I may suggest, it’s worth considering bringing a bait boat with you. I'm planning on fishing at Abbey Lakes as well with my new CatchX pro bait boat. Unlike in the UK, the restrictions in France are not as stringent, so you’ll have more freedom to use it. It’s always a good idea to check the local regulations for the lake, as there may be specific rules you need to follow. All the best for your trip, and may you catch a big one!