Bait and time are the two biggest edges out there. Although my time is subject to certain commitments, bait is completely my choice.
I I have been using the Squid for over a year and my confidence it still growing. I have taken it to France, fished a 200-acre pit in Bedford and many day-ticket waters banking some great fish to just under 40lb.
Rods and reels can be described as the most important and crucial hardware an angler needs. Instead of just serving a purpose, it has been duly noted that we care what these items look like too.
Reels are great bank bling items. Aesthetics are important to many but what we feel the discerning carp angler wants is value for money and performance.
Lightweight, modified bankstick
Features loop to hold retainer cord
Super-strong, augered point
Also available with bespoke build
£24. 99
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Waterproof and windproof tech jacket
Breathable throughout
Soft Shell outer
Microfleece inner
Compatible with Navitas Atlas fleece
Integrated hood and high neck
£54. 99
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High-performance, coated braid hook link
Low diameter, high breaking strain
Sinks naturally and consistently
Available in 20lb and 30lb, Dark and Gold
Excellent abrasion resistance
Easy to strip but still a reliable coating
£13. 99
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Heavy-duty, long-cast, big-pit reel
Slow oscillation for brilliant line lay
Sealed Drag System and watertight design
Spare spool included
Cool, wooden handle
Excellent value for money
£199. 99
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The full name for these is Last Meter Safety Clip QC Link Hollow Leaders, which is a bit of a mouthful, but explains what they are. There are different leader versions available and one of two other variations but this is the one I’ve had a play with.
The leader sinks slowly, settling nicely over bottom debris, and the lead clips work well. The pack also includes anti-tangle sleeves for the rig and even small link loops to attach the end of the rig.
As with any angler I obviously bait up, whether I am in the boat, wading down the margins, or using a throwing stick, one piece of kit that has made my life easier is the Skorpion Bait Pouch.
With a generous capacity of over 2kg of boilies, depending on size of course, the pouch fits comfortably around my waist leaving both hands free for either quicker loading or for lowering my rig.
Even when walking around I still have it on me; a catapult in the elasticated slot, a few boilies in the bag and I can happily bait my way around the lake with a view to returning and checking the spots. A Velcro’d removable liner makes it easy to clean or equally separate baits if you need to.