Hi,
What are the best floater baits now mixer wise?
Or is it still the Pedigree Chum Mixer?
What are the best floater baits now mixer wise?
Or is it still the Pedigree Chum Mixer?
In reply to Post #1
Pedigree Chum Mixers aren't what they used to be, pretty rubbish nowadays. I've heard people rate some from Tesco recently.
Pedigree Chum Mixers aren't what they used to be, pretty rubbish nowadays. I've heard people rate some from Tesco recently.
In reply to Post #2
Thanks I thought that was the case now
Thanks I thought that was the case now
In reply to Post #1
I like to mix and match, some go cat tuna or salmon mixed with floating trout pellets is 6:8 mm and 11mm, I say mix, I have a bucket with a releasable bag with about a kilo of each in, as using a catapult means mixing would effect accuracy,
Everything just a dash of a hydrolysate blend and some hemp oil, and a dusting of krill powder and cpsp90.
Seems premium but for the amount of floater bait I use ( almost always less than a kilo a session ) I'm not out for cheap for cheap sake.
Having said that if a reformilated dog biscuit I thought was better I would use that, just currently this is what I like
For hookbaits I mix ground trout pellet 30/70 with pop up mix, some cpsp90, and hydros and make little squares in varying sizes. I may some light some darker and some match the hatch left glugging in oil and krill powder
I like to mix and match, some go cat tuna or salmon mixed with floating trout pellets is 6:8 mm and 11mm, I say mix, I have a bucket with a releasable bag with about a kilo of each in, as using a catapult means mixing would effect accuracy,
Everything just a dash of a hydrolysate blend and some hemp oil, and a dusting of krill powder and cpsp90.
Seems premium but for the amount of floater bait I use ( almost always less than a kilo a session ) I'm not out for cheap for cheap sake.
Having said that if a reformilated dog biscuit I thought was better I would use that, just currently this is what I like
For hookbaits I mix ground trout pellet 30/70 with pop up mix, some cpsp90, and hydros and make little squares in varying sizes. I may some light some darker and some match the hatch
left glugging in oil and krill powder
In reply to Post #1
Skrettings expander floating pellets, £15 - £20 per 15 kilo sack. I mix 4/6/11mm sizes, give them a good lick of either salmon oil on the day or some hemp oil, can add all sorts or liquids and powders to them and they take well if you want. sticky baits floater hookbaits on the hook, or whittle down a cork dust pop up of similar colour and balance it out to match free offerings.
Skrettings expander floating pellets, £15 - £20 per 15 kilo sack. I mix 4/6/11mm sizes, give them a good lick of either salmon oil on the day or some hemp oil, can add all sorts or liquids and powders to them and they take well if you want. sticky baits floater hookbaits on the hook, or whittle down a cork dust pop up of similar colour and balance it out to match free offerings.
In reply to Post #1
My mate goes to jollys and buys small cat biscuits, don't know price, he said he gets a better feeding response from the small biscuits as apposed to chum etc, I haven't caught a floater carp for years I did try last year got in a pickle, swore and gave up
My mate goes to jollys and buys small cat biscuits, don't know price, he said he gets a better feeding response from the small biscuits as apposed to chum etc, I haven't caught a floater carp for years I did try last year got in a pickle, swore and gave up
In reply to Post #1
As Oatcake Fred says Pedigree Chum mixers are not what they used to be. They have halved in size, and struggle to lift a size 14 hook.
For floater fishing I use Bakers Complete dog biscuits, a mix of sizes, and the big chunky ones to go on the hook.
As Oatcake Fred says Pedigree Chum mixers are not what they used to be. They have halved in size, and struggle to lift a size 14 hook.
For floater fishing I use Bakers Complete dog biscuits, a mix of sizes, and the big chunky ones to go on the hook.
In reply to Post #6
Should have said he uses a cut down cell boillie for his hook bait a fair bit, and korda mixa hook size 12
Should have said he uses a cut down cell boillie for his hook bait a fair bit, and korda mixa hook size 12
Have a look at webbox. Very good for the surface
Mixers are ok ,the pedigree are ok for feed baits but won't hold a hook up anymore. I prefer to use a complete dry dog food rather than plain mixers, they are generally larger and float better, and get a far better feeding response imo
The tesco cheap mixers are alright as loose feed. I mix them 50-50 with the Krill floaters from Sticky. Works out much cheaper
Like others said, not really any good at holding up the hook for longer than a minute or two anymore though
However a trimmed down Krill popup can be shaped to look very similar and did me well early this week
Like others said, not really any good at holding up the hook for longer than a minute or two anymore though
However a trimmed down Krill popup can be shaped to look very similar and did me well early this week
In reply to Post #1
koi food
koi food
In reply to Post #12
We ain't all millionaires Joss
We ain't all millionaires Joss
In reply to Post #13
theres a trick though ...
theres a trick though ...
In reply to Post #14
Sure is
Sure is
Used the Sticky Baits 11mm Krill Floater pellets. They worked a treat and not too expensive from Go Outdoors, with my discount just over £10 for 3 kilos.
In reply to Post #16
Carefully, some want 5kg of high quality boillie for that.
Carefully, some want 5kg of high quality boillie for that.
In reply to Post #17
I've switched to using 11mm floating pellets off eBay, cheap enough. My old faithful fake mixer with the little weight in so the hook is on the top. In the right situation, I don't even use any loose feed. Has worked a treat for years. I don't subscribe to this “get them feeding” malarkey, it's quite possible to catch a single fish if you put the bait in the right place, they're quite stupid fish and will happily slurp a rubber mixer for apparently no reason in my experience.
Alternatively, if they're close in, you just cannot beat a bit of freelined crusty bread. Doesn't get any simpler than that. You just have to be stealthy lol.
I haven't done any fishing behind buzzers yet this season, just the odd few hours here and there, wandering around looking for fish, if I don't find any then it's not a problem, beats working that's for sure
I've switched to using 11mm floating pellets off eBay, cheap enough. My old faithful fake mixer with the little weight in so the hook is on the top. In the right situation, I don't even use any loose feed. Has worked a treat for years. I don't subscribe to this “get them feeding” malarkey, it's quite possible to catch a single fish if you put the bait in the right place, they're quite stupid fish and will happily slurp a rubber mixer for apparently no reason in my experience.
Alternatively, if they're close in, you just cannot beat a bit of freelined crusty bread. Doesn't get any simpler than that. You just have to be stealthy lol.
I haven't done any fishing behind buzzers yet this season, just the odd few hours here and there, wandering around looking for fish, if I don't find any then it's not a problem, beats working that's for sure
In reply to Post #18
Enybody tried the little marshmallows, thay look good but I would eat them, when I buy peperami I have to chuck them in the dirt first otherwise l would eat
Enybody tried the little marshmallows, thay look good but I would eat them, when I buy peperami I have to chuck them in the dirt first otherwise l would eat
If you can find them "Purina Bakers Meaty Meals" Small Dog with Beef, are good.
Last time i got them was from Tesco's.
I'll also second the Sticky Krill Floating Pellets, i usually start with a smaller size pellet (6mm) to get them going, and then I start adding the 11mm's.
Last time i got them was from Tesco's.
I'll also second the Sticky Krill Floating Pellets, i usually start with a smaller size pellet (6mm) to get them going, and then I start adding the 11mm's.
In reply to Post #19
I did try marshmallows some years ago, although they worked to a certain extent, I was not impressed. Bread and mixers especially flavoured ones were more successful at the time.
I have the same problem with peperamim. I've almost given up using it, 1piece for the fish rest for me.
I did try marshmallows some years ago, although they worked to a certain extent, I was not impressed. Bread and mixers especially flavoured ones were more successful at the time.
I have the same problem with peperamim. I've almost given up using it, 1piece for the fish rest for me.
In reply to Post #21
Sugar puffs, they love em
Sugar puffs, they love em
In reply to Post #22
beef and pickeled onion space invaders - caught off the top on both
beef and pickeled onion space invaders - caught off the top on both
In reply to Post #22
I remember reading an article from Bryan Jarrett maybe? He used a sticky sugar puff mix on a homemade cork controller and moulded it around the float with a few sugar puffs on the hook. I tried it a few times and on heavy stocked venues was a great tactic. Wish I could find it as I still have a controller that I made.
I remember reading an article from Bryan Jarrett maybe? He used a sticky sugar puff mix on a homemade cork controller and moulded it around the float with a few sugar puffs on the hook. I tried it a few times and on heavy stocked venues was a great tactic. Wish I could find it as I still have a controller that I made.
In reply to Post #24
Silkworm pupae
carp love them. I got the below from my supplier.
Silkworm Pupae is acknowledged by Japanese breeders as the ultimate ingredient for feeding and for colour improvement of Koi, Silkworm Pupae have a unique type of protein and silk oil properties that koi can digest easily. Fed as a high protein food 'treat', these dried silkworm pupae are high in silk protein which enhances colour distinction and vibrancy.
Silkworm, has long been acknowledged by Japanese breeders as the Ultimate additive for growth, colour, white skin lustre, and body shape. Silk Worm Pupae has unique protein and silk oil properties that ornamental Koi & Goldfish can digest, that will increase & enhance colours, white skin pigmentation, gloss & improve body shape and growth.
Koi love the taste and Silkworm Pupae is ideal to supplement your Koi's diet in warm summer temperatures. You should not overfeed Silkworm Pupae - only give them what they need and what they are fighting for when you throw some onto the surface of the pond.
Silkworm Pupae is a proven HIGH QUALITY food for rapid growth and excellent skin quality. Silkworm Pupae is HIGH in unprocessed natural protein which is easily digested
Silkworm Pupae is an excellent and powerful supplementary feed for koi. Made from the highest quality silkworm pupae, they are carefully dried out to retain all the goodness with no additives or preservatives included.
This product is an ideal food due to it being rich in proteins. It not only increases the growth rate of your koi but also enhances the colours. Silkworm pupae can be fed as a daily 'treat' or as a power food at maximum of 30% of total food volume. Due to the high protein and fat content values, it is recommended not to feed below temperatures of 15C/59F.
To improve the digestion ability of your koi further, put the pupae in warm water for half an hour before use.
Silkworm Pupae is a high quality food for rapid growth and excellent colour, its High in unprocessed natural protein which is easily digested
Carefully selected and dried to retain all the goodness with no additives or preservatives added. Rich in proteins this natural food not only increases growth rate but also enhances colour.
Protein: 41%
Fat: 18.8%
Fibre: 2.2%
Ash: 5.4%
Moisture: 6.4%
Silkworm pupae
carp love them. I got the below from my supplier.
Silkworm Pupae is acknowledged by Japanese breeders as the ultimate ingredient for feeding and for colour improvement of Koi, Silkworm Pupae have a unique type of protein and silk oil properties that koi can digest easily. Fed as a high protein food 'treat', these dried silkworm pupae are high in silk protein which enhances colour distinction and vibrancy.
Silkworm, has long been acknowledged by Japanese breeders as the Ultimate additive for growth, colour, white skin lustre, and body shape. Silk Worm Pupae has unique protein and silk oil properties that ornamental Koi & Goldfish can digest, that will increase & enhance colours, white skin pigmentation, gloss & improve body shape and growth.
Koi love the taste and Silkworm Pupae is ideal to supplement your Koi's diet in warm summer temperatures. You should not overfeed Silkworm Pupae - only give them what they need and what they are fighting for when you throw some onto the surface of the pond.
Silkworm Pupae is a proven HIGH QUALITY food for rapid growth and excellent skin quality. Silkworm Pupae is HIGH in unprocessed natural protein which is easily digested
Silkworm Pupae is an excellent and powerful supplementary feed for koi. Made from the highest quality silkworm pupae, they are carefully dried out to retain all the goodness with no additives or preservatives included.
This product is an ideal food due to it being rich in proteins. It not only increases the growth rate of your koi but also enhances the colours. Silkworm pupae can be fed as a daily 'treat' or as a power food at maximum of 30% of total food volume. Due to the high protein and fat content values, it is recommended not to feed below temperatures of 15C/59F.
To improve the digestion ability of your koi further, put the pupae in warm water for half an hour before use.
Silkworm Pupae is a high quality food for rapid growth and excellent colour, its High in unprocessed natural protein which is easily digested
Carefully selected and dried to retain all the goodness with no additives or preservatives added. Rich in proteins this natural food not only increases growth rate but also enhances colour.
Protein: 41%
Fat: 18.8%
Fibre: 2.2%
Ash: 5.4%
Moisture: 6.4%
In reply to Post #25
Very interesting, cheers
Very interesting, cheers
In reply to Post #25
Are these the dried ones? The ones I tried were very light and needed to be spodded out, catapult range was only a couple of rod lengths.
I also made boilies using them ground up, put a bit much in the first batch and they floated. I did catch on them, can't remember why I gave up on it, probably the expense, I still think it could be a very usefull ingredient with a bit of research.
Are these the dried ones? The ones I tried were very light and needed to be spodded out, catapult range was only a couple of rod lengths.
I also made boilies using them ground up, put a bit much in the first batch and they floated. I did catch on them, can't remember why I gave up on it, probably the expense, I still think it could be a very usefull ingredient with a bit of research.
In reply to Post #27
yes mate, the dried ones i get from Absolute Koi.
soak them and they make a wonderful sinking hook bait
yes mate, the dried ones i get from Absolute Koi.
soak them and they make a wonderful sinking hook bait
Cat biscuits are my favourite. They come in some really carpy flavours as well, sardine and tuna mmm
Looking at the ingredients and wot not I've always been tempted by ferret food, never quite hot round to it though.
In reply to Post #1
A local lake I fish has a no dog biscuit/only floating trout pellet rule.
Only issue is having tried two brands (Sonubaits & CC Moore) am finding that they both sink pretty quickly. Find neither really sit above the surface at all and tend to sink after maybe 5 minutes. With a hook it's even worse so neither really works as a hookbait, which a bore as ideally would use the same pellet for both feed and hookbait.
Can anyone recommend a really buoyant trout pellet brand that stays up on the top for a good bit and works as a hookbait?
A local lake I fish has a no dog biscuit/only floating trout pellet rule.
Only issue is having tried two brands (Sonubaits & CC Moore) am finding that they both sink pretty quickly. Find neither really sit above the surface at all and tend to sink after maybe 5 minutes. With a hook it's even worse so neither really works as a hookbait, which a bore as ideally would use the same pellet for both feed and hookbait.
Can anyone recommend a really buoyant trout pellet brand that stays up on the top for a good bit and works as a hookbait?
In reply to Post #31
Cut down boillie, is what I use, but I'm crap at floater fishing but a mate rates that , who knows
Cut down boillie, is what I use, but I'm crap at floater fishing but a mate rates that , who knows
In reply to Post #32
Cut down pop-up/wafter is ok as a hookbait, but they're too expensive to use as feed.
Even then I still find carp often reject trimmed boilies as they inevitably differ a bit in size/shape/colour/buoyancy to feed. Why I generally prefer to use the same hookbait as what I'm feeding (maybe with a little bit of colour on top or slice of boilie to mark it out to me.
Cut down pop-up/wafter is ok as a hookbait, but they're too expensive to use as feed.
Even then I still find carp often reject trimmed boilies as they inevitably differ a bit in size/shape/colour/buoyancy to feed. Why I generally prefer to use the same hookbait as what I'm feeding (maybe with a little bit of colour on top or slice of boilie to mark it out to me.
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