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A Novice’s Guide to Carp Fishing Equipment
By Tony G. Stevenson | October 31, 2009
In my local lake, you hardly need a fish locator to find carp, they seem to be everywhere. I must admit I’ve tended to think of them as more of a nuisance rather than a fish I should be seeking to catch. This article by Tony G. Stevenson talks about what’s needed for carp fishing:
Carp fishing is a popular hobby that has a long tradition in Europe, and is growing in the States, as well. Carp are known to thrive in almost any type of water, making them an easy to find and attractive fish to angle for. All fishermen know that no matter what you’re chasing, good angling gear is needed.
One of the most important parts of getting good gear is obviously the fishing rod. A good carp rod will be medium action, and long – generally at least six feet long, although longer can be better. This gives the strength and flexibility needed for carp fishing.
When you’re considering fishing rods, obviously you also need to consider reels. Open faced reels should also be the only type you consider, although this is true of almost any good fishing rod. In addition, you want the reel to be large enough to hold at least 150 yards 12 pound test line.
Carp tend to like bait as opposed to tackle. While these fish have voracious appetites, they definitely prefer smelly bait to actual plastic lures. So try looking around for quality carp bait.
More advanced carpers will often use racks with several rods, or “pods,” and set them all up with bait and wait for any carp to show. These rod holders can be very expensive, but also free up the hands for anglers who don’t mind catching up on a good book while waiting for the trophy carp to show.
Don’t forget about the fishing line, either. Good fishing line for carp is a minimum of 12 pound test line, and higher can be better. Many carp fishermen prefer line made from Kevlar.
While advanced fishing tackle and gear is going to cost more, the good news is that beginners can get started for pretty cheap. While fishing might not be the least expensive of hobbies, learning to carp fish is a deeply rewarding hobby that provides hours more entertainment than a movie or night out to an expensive bar.
Every angler knows you have to have the right gear to get the job done. If you want to really enjoy carp fishing, get the right tackle and gear early on and you’ll be glad you did.
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