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Big Hitters Join Daiwa!
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 18, 2017  |  0 comments
We are pleased to announce that the two ‘biggest hitters’ from the UK carp scene have agreed to exclusively use Daiwa reels for all their fishing, tuition and casting. Mark Hutchinson and Terry Edmonds are renowned distance casting experts but importantly passionate anglers too. Both made their choices from across the range and are will be putting the reels through their paces… and some. Mark Hutchinson – “I am looking forward to working with Daiwa, assisting in the development of reels, and bringing my extensive knowledge and experience to the brand.
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Big Hitters Join Daiwa!
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 18, 2017  |  0 comments
Two of the most renowned big distance casters the UK has tooffer,have just taken their game to the next level and joined forces with undisputedreelspecialists Daiwa Sports. We for one are looking forward to watching as these guys push the boundaries on carp fishing tackle and as aresultwill be getting out on the bank in the near future to shoot some educational and simply mind blowing features, stay tuned! Mark Hutchinson and Terry Edmonds are renowned distance casting experts but importantly passionate anglers too. Both made their choices from across the range and are will be putting the reels through their paces… and some. Mark Hutchinson – “I am looking forward to working with Daiwa, assisting in the development of reels, and bringing my extensive knowledge and experience to the brand.
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Martin Locke Starts 2017 Off With A Bang!
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 18, 2017  |  0 comments
What a way to kick off 2017! Solar Tackle boss Martin Locke has just returned from his first session of the new year and, despite sub-zero temperatures, still landed 5 carp including 3 over 40lb and a session biggest of 58lb. It was all thanks to a bit of an ‘old-school’ approach as Martin explains: “Just back from my annual January outing to Rainbow… great trip to get back in the swing of things after Christmas. Not least for the fact that the already enormous fish are even bigger at this time of year and in tip top condition, but also getting together with the ‘hardcore’ winter anglers always makes it an eagerly awaited trip. “Once again,myself,John Hannentand ‘Darren the Pond’ set off to a somewhat chilly lake on which the thermometer read -10°C.
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Carp Care
Saber Quick Matt
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 18, 2017  |  First Published: Jan 17, 2017  |  0 comments
With carp care being paramount, fish care should always be at the top of any anglers list. The Quick Matt is a great example of fish care. Simple to set up, it has the main body which is a pop up frame that comes in a water proof carryall ideal for keeping all your other fishing gear dry. Once the frame is removed from the carryall it simply pops open and you can then insert the 2” foam base, this padded base offers protection for even the liveliest of carp.
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Accessories
Ngt Distance Sticks
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 17, 2017  |  0 comments
A key part of fishing is fishing accurately. Whether it's making sure that a rig lands out on the same spot time after time or bait application using a spod or marker float lands in the right area. The NGT Distance sticks make this possible. By placing the two distance sticks 12ft apart with the cord that comes in the case, you can accurately clip your rods up to the distance required and hit the same spot time after time.
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Adapting To Winter
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 17, 2017  |  0 comments
Tips And Tactics Northern maestro JIMMY HIBBARD looks to keep the bites coming this winter. A few minor alterations as the temperatures slowly drop and it’s game on! Time spent watching is essential to success For me, carp fishing is an all-year-round passion. I find the colder months some of the most enjoyable. The cooler days and longer nights mean that temperatures rarely exceed double figures, but that doesn’t mean the fish won’t be up for a feed.
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Bivvies, Shelters & Brollies
Saber Supra Lite Bivvy Review
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 12, 2017  |  0 comments
The Saber Supra Lite Bivvy is built using a 2-rib frame making it lightweight and easy to set up, this is perfect for day sessions and even overnighters. Other distinct advantages of the Saber Supra Lite bivvy is due to its lightweight nature the Supra Lite is ideal for the angler on the move, with a zip off infill panel this also gives you the option to use the Bivvy as a shelter. Having this option means you can zip the front of and enjoy those session taking in the views by the lake. The Supra Lite bivvy has a peaked front and comes supplied with groundsheet, helping to protect you from the elements.
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Gardner Tackle Carp Duvet Plus Sleeping Bag Competition
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 12, 2017  |  0 comments
Win a Gardner Carp Duvet Plus Sleeping Bag £125. 99 Competition closesMonday 21st August 2017 <scriptsrc="//r1. dotmailer-surveys. com/embed/script/f52fgbf-b12j1d82"></script> .
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Tip Of The Month A Splash Of Colour
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 11, 2017  |  0 comments
Tip Of The Month Although this tip may seem a bit simple, it still astounds me the amount of anglers that we meet on the bank who are yet to carry a selection of bait colours. Now that is fine when the fish are feeding heavily on bait, but when bites are hard to come by I think it is the simplest way to adapt your approach. It is not ground-breaking, yet it does make a difference. Whether you opt for artificial baits such as foam, plastic baits or prefer traditional hook baits such as a boilies, corn or even bread, the pulling power of a bright bait cannot go unnoticed.
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7 Tips For Your Best Winter Yet
Total Carp Staff  |  Jan 04, 2017  |  0 comments
7 TIPS FOR YOUR BEST WINTER YET Consistent carp catcher CRAIG MORTIMER reveals his seven top tips that help him maintain his form through the toughest season of them all. Zigging For years zigging was considered a summer method. The sun’s rays brought the carp to the top and it was a great way for anglers who weren’t so confident fishing on the top, to present a bait in the upper layers. Well forget all that and pick up your zig gear because now is the real time to capitalise.
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