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  1. Isn't that where the northern social is arranged for? If so, have a look at the thread for it as there's some info on the lake in it edit: you beat me to it Graham
  2. I remember reading one of those underwater tests in a mag last year where they used maggots in a swimfeeder. They were surprised to find how long it took the maggies to get out of the feeder, and also the fact that they didn't go far once out. Might be worth trying that in your pond or in the margins to see how far they go...
  3. Fair point. But you might fish it, have a great session then come back here and slag it off so no-one else goes there and you can keep it for yourself!
  4. Patty, I don't think anyone was laughing at you, just a bit wary of such an unusual request in these times of online spam and scams. We don't normally see this kind of request on here, so I think people were unsure of whether to take it seriously or not. Please be assured that anglers are generally a nice bunch of people (although we do smell a bit funny sometimes!).
  5. I used to find that when I tied on the swivel it would move and the hooklength would always end up longer than I wanted. To rectify this I hold the swivel in place, tie the knot loosely, then very slowly tighten the knot, checking the position of the swivel and adjusting it if need be as I go. It's a bit fiddly but it works. Anyone got any better methods?
  6. Don't know about it myself, but there was a recent thread on it: http://www.carp.com/carp-forum/viewtopic.php?t=51695
  7. I wasn't happy with the hooks I'd been using so I started trying out a couple of new ones earlier this year, and I've found the Nash Fang Twisters work well for me. I use them on a straightforward knotless knot rig with a fluro hook length of about 7 to 9" and a hair length of about 1 1/2" with a 15mm bottom bait. I've found they give a good hook hold, often in the bottom lip and I've caught more fish since using them without making any other changes. I've found they're a bit smaller compared to the same size hooks in other patterns, so I've upped the size I use (4's & 6's instead of 6's & 8's)
  8. Your garden pond must be either very big or very full!
  9. Good idea Mr Fox, although having had a look around the forum it looks as though a similar thing had been suggested before, but didn't really take off. Perhaps we could resurrect the idea? I'd be willing to put some info together for my area. Anyone else? There is also the 'carp waters' page, linked to from the home page menu, which lists venues by county. Would it be possible to add a link or sticky to that page from the 'UK where to fish' forum page?
  10. Not my part of the world, but nice to see a write up about venues, rather than questions about them
  11. Click on the link below for a guide to uploading pictures... http://www.carp.com/carp-forum/viewtopic.php?t=36721
  12. I've just finished reading this after winning a copy in the competition Martin ran here on carp.com, and I'd just like to say how much I enjoyed it. It's a tale of big carp, both old English ones and others of more dubious origins. There are plenty of references that carp anglers would recognise, from tackle, rigs and bait to the banter and camaraderie associated with fishing, but it's also a story of friendship and challenges. I read it in just a few days, which is always a sign of a good book, and I can recommend it to anyone who fancies a good carp fishing related read. Cheers Bart
  13. Nash Fang Twisters for me. I've only been using them for a couple of months but my catch rate's up and nearly every one is hooked solidly in the bottom lip. I think they're meant for weedy waters, but I've used them in other conditions and found they work well. I don't mind the price as I re-use my hooks as long as they're sharp enough, so I get my monies worth. Of course catching carp is down to more than just the hook, but I've got confidence in these as I feel they've made a difference over what I previously used
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