Total Carp Staff

Climax Tackle Nutrabaits Open Day
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 28, 2014  |  0 comments
Make tomorrow Saturday 29th March a day to remember and visit Climax Tackle’s Nutrabaits Open Day in Dronfield, near Sheffield Meet Bill Cottam, Richard Skidmore, Chuck Backhouse, Mark Hogg, and Nick Burrage. The Nutrabaits Team will be in store to discuss all things bait related and pass on tips to improve your chances of a bite this coming spring and summer! Everyone who purchases a Nutrabaits product on the day will also be entered into a raffle with £200 worth of Nutrabaits goodies up for grabs! As with all our Open Days admission is completely FREE. So come along and meet Big Bill, Skiddy, Chuck, Hoggy and Nick. They look forward to seeing you there! For more information visit www.
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Bait
Proper Job Pop Ups
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
As an avid user of Proper Job’s excellent hook baits, which are always brilliantly rolled and boast superb flavour ranges, I was excited when these two new versions landed at TC towers. The first tub we opened were the Scopex & Strawberry, a combination that seems less popular than it once was but which is a devastating bait, especially in cold conditions. They smell terrific, which isn’t always a barometer that they’ll work, but I know that Kevin Heal at PJPU uses only the best flavour/attractor combinations so I have no doubt that these will be effective. Second up is the wonderful Chocolate Orange, which is an absolute winner.
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Bait
Blakes Baits Chilli Hemp Oil
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
• Classic hemp oil with a distinct chilli kick • PVA-friendly solution • Perfect addition to bag and stick mixesRRP: £3. 95FOR MORE DETAILS GO TO: www. blakesbaits. co.
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Accessories
Korda Krusha
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
TC reader Mike Francis from Hull says: I’ll be honest, when I sent my name in for these Reader Reviews I thought it unlikely that I’d receive anything decent, but when this Krusha was delivered, complete with a note from the editor, I was delighted. I’d wanted one for some time but at nearly 15 quid I felt it too expensive. “Result,” I thought. There’s not much to really say about the Krusha itself.
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Bait
Sonubaits Code Red
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
Having seen the need for a highly nutritious shelf-life bait that involved no need for a freezer, the Code Red offers both the fresh, high-quality ingredients of a freezer bait, mixed with the instant attraction and hassle-free use that a shelf life is so renowned for. As soon as the baits hit the water they are pumping out attraction. Whether it be from the high-quality pre-digested fishmeals in the base mix, or the liquid liver that has provided attraction and flavour to the bait, Code Red works on so many levels. Unlike traditional shelf-life boilies, which can be rock hard, these are easily breakable by hand, with particular attention being made to preventing breakage when baiting up with a throwing stick.
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Rods
Daiwa Whisker Df Carp Rods
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
Both the Infinity and Longbow DF rod ranges are widely recognised as having a fine pedigree. The development and design that has become much loved can be found in the UK-made Whisker models, which have once again been thoroughly tested and tried by Danny Fairbrass and members of Team Korda. Available in both 12 and 13ft models, to suit all your needs an array of test curves are present, ensuring that every casting ability is catered for. The 12ft version begins at 2.
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Bait
Monster Baits Seed Mix Session Pack
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
• Crushed seed and insect meal recipe bursting with vitamins and minerals • Pack contains matching pellets, boilies and dumbbell hook baits • A highly digestible all-year-round bait RRP: £12. 99FOR MORE DETAILS GO TO: www. monster-baits. com.
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Terminal Tackle
Avid Carp Transfer Pva Bags
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
I’ve reviewed these bags many times over the years and felt compelled to do so again in this issue, given our Buyer’s Guide feature on solid bags. They remain the most consistent bags that I’ve used for my fishing over a prolonged period. I can’t remember the last time I had a seam break on me and, given that I tie my bags as tightly as I possibly can, this is a huge indictment. While there are several sizes available I only really use the size 5s because they suit my style of fishing.
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Terminal Tackle
Esp Superfloss
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
• The ideal material for tying pop-ups onto rig rings• Comes in its own spool case in a 50m length. • Waxed coating can be lightly heated, making it invisible on the baitRRP: £3. 45FOR MORE DETAILS GO TO: www. esp-carpgear.
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Terminal Tackle
Avid Carp In Line Groove Leads
Total Carp Staff  |  Mar 25, 2014  |  0 comments
In more recent years, drop-off inline leads have become very popular and have taken a leading role in my approach. I like to use heavy leads when I can get away with it but it’s just as important that when I’m attached to the carp there’s no lead hindering my contact. I opted to test out these leads when they arrived at the office because they have been specifically designed for use as a safety drop-off lead system. The groove allows either the main line or leader to be situated flush against the lead, which reduces the damage that can often be caused against the lake bed or snags.
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