Friday, August 26, 2011

Carp Fishing Equipment For Beginners

By Mark Walters


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.

You will want a nice, comfortable setting while you are angling for carp, and a bivvy provides just that. These tent-like structures are usually at the top of the price range regarding equipment, so do not settle for the first one you see. You will want the bivvy to provide doors that securely tie in the back so they do not flail around in the breeze. Also make sure the one you buy is large enough to house all of your equipment as well as a bed and chairs.

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.

Many of the reels you will find on carp rods are either fixed spool one clutch or baitrunner two clutch reels. Today, the baitrunner has become the favored style, mainly because the line is less likely to snap if a large carp makes a forceful hit and run on the bait. Speaking of bait, carp like to eat, leading to a wide variety of effective foods that will attract their attention. Chick peas have been known to catch quite a few carp, and caramel corn is also widely used. Paired with a silicon lure, these treats should help you catch some fish.

More and more anglers have begun carp fishing, which has enabled the improvement of many techniques in order to more expertly catch the fish. Longtime carp fishermen and novices alike have utilized the techniques mentioned and are satisfied with the results. Take some cues from these sportsmen, and you will be on your way to catching plenty of carp.




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