11-26 Carp Report

[captmikestarrett]

For two years Capt Dave and I have been trying to get The Bruce onboard to teach us carp. He was taught by a master carper that has fished with us and is half The Bruce's age. It seemed to me that the art is a passed down thing..In any case we learned a lot and I am very grateful for the knowledge. Thank you The Bruce.

Caught about 24 on a warm fall day. Winds light from the south made a warmer experience too.

Here are some pics. Oh and I bought some more tackle for carp..




Thanks

Capt Mike

Capt Dave

[DanMarino]

That looks like all sorts of fun!

[bignose]

Meanwhile, in pay to fish pond in France: Meet the "Carrot" http___cdn.cnn.com_cnnnext_dam_assets_221123105542-fisherman-catches-giant-goldfish-restricted.jpg

[SpaceCadet]

Awesome! It's great to see some folks appreciating carp fishing! I know they get a bad rap, but they are great fun to catch, and really powerful fighters once you get into the 20+ pounders. I haven't fished for them at all this year, but most years I'll spend a few days shore fishing for them. I think this one was about 23lb, caught on the Pax a couple of years ago using the European style of gear I see in the background of your photos.

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[Mark]

Congratulations. You guys have been taught by the master.

Here's one of many I have caught under the tuteledge of "The Bruce":

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These beasts are stealthily swimming in most of our local waters. They have amazing stamina and power. After you hook a few you'll wonder why you didn't try to catch them before.