A challenging session with pre-spawn conditions and thunderstorms in the area. We saw many carp showing though few were interested in feeding. By the end of the day we had landed a couple of common carp. One of Ron’s fish only had half a tail ! You can also read my full write-up on this …
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In my latest article on Big Carp News i talk about weighing in your captures, the products and technology available to the modern carp angler. Big Carp News – Weighing In Hope you enjoy! John
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In this episode we see just how easily a carp ejects our pop-up rig. Filmed with a Water Wolf underwater camera. Has the carp done this before ? was it just lucky ? did the rig totally just fail ? What do you think ? Lets get your comments and ideas below. You just never …
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On a bright sunny afternoon my wife and I made the drive up to the fairgrounds for a picnic. I got the rods out, the lines in and was rewarded with several nice common carp up to 21 lb’s. Is there a better way to spend an afternoon with family ? You can also read …
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In the second part of this series we see more amazing footage of carp feeding on our packbaits, filmed with a Water Wolf underwater camera. We see a good example of poor hook link line lay, our bait being buried beneath the silt, a school of shad and yet more trout pecking away at the …
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Following the previous days session with five 20s from the venue we returned again with Ron to see if we could repeat the success. The weather was insane, with 40+ sustained winds. In the late afternoon the carp bite was ON again and Ron landed a great 20 lb’er! Please Subscribe, Like and Comment, if …
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Breaking News from John. “I am humbled, and honored, to be joining the Born to Fish Media team. BTFM is dedicated to being the premiere news and media outlet for fishing in Colorado! Their team consists of fishing guides and experienced fisherman throughout the state. They provide coverage for all fishing events and important news …
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On a very windy day we returned to the Fairgrounds in search of some big pre-spawn females. As the wind died down in the afternoon the carp bite was on. We ended up landing five 20 lb commons between us including a new PB for James at 25 lbs! Please Subscribe, Like and Comment, if …
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