In reply to Post #13
Used to do it but it was hard work, I didn't enjoy it much and the missus used to moan like feck
It was good when you caught on it though
Used to do it but it was hard work, I didn't enjoy it much and the missus used to moan like feck
It was good when you caught on it though
In reply to Post #15
Similar to me.
I use a mixture of bought baits and homemade. Hook baits, always home made. I HATE making bait nowadays
When I do make bait it is expensive mainly lower than what I would call bulk levels so don't take advantage of the savings and due to high levels of attractors I use
Similar to me.
I use a mixture of bought baits and homemade. Hook baits, always home made. I HATE making bait nowadays
When I do make bait it is expensive mainly lower than what I would call bulk levels so don't take advantage of the savings and due to high levels of attractors I use
In reply to Post #15
Totally understand that Yonny
Since all this covid started, haven't got much money spare, or freezer space to take advantage of bulk buying if I wanted to.
I have a small amount of freezer space, so make little and often, which suits me currently. Not using loads of bait.
It is a labour of love, bait rolling.
Totally understand that Yonny
Since all this covid started, haven't got much money spare, or freezer space to take advantage of bulk buying if I wanted to.
I have a small amount of freezer space, so make little and often, which suits me currently. Not using loads of bait.
It is a labour of love, bait rolling.
In reply to Post #15
All the interest is in the development for me, once I had a mix that worked it became a chore to make it. Its only the fact I'll have more time on my hands over winter, need less bait and have an interesting idea that I'm doing a bit this year.
It has to be a hobby in its own right imo
Dave Moore has written some really interesting articles over the years, has he done a book or chapters in a book?
All the interest is in the development for me, once I had a mix that worked it became a chore to make it. Its only the fact I'll have more time on my hands over winter, need less bait and have an interesting idea that I'm doing a bit this year.
It has to be a hobby in its own right imo
Dave Moore has written some really interesting articles over the years, has he done a book or chapters in a book?
Not everything that is known has appeared in a book or magazine. There are private individuals out there, not interested in making a fast buck, who keep things close to their chest and know far, far more than is ever written by ‘bait experts' or discussed on places like this.
In reply to Post #20
That is so true.
We probably all know at least one friend, or friend of a friend who is in that category.
Bait knowledge, gained by years of experience, a keen interest in the subject, a fluke occurrence whilst experimenting and accurate notes, leads to a break through, eureka moment.
That is so true.
We probably all know at least one friend, or friend of a friend who is in that category.
Bait knowledge, gained by years of experience, a keen interest in the subject, a fluke occurrence whilst experimenting and accurate notes, leads to a break through, eureka moment.
In reply to Post #15
I'm quite lucky really.
I finish work at 2pm (granted I start at 5am) and the missus works til 6-7pm so ive got time for rolling my bait without the moaning about the smell of fish hydro and fishmeals
and I really enjoy it. its fishing related so I'll happily roll a few kilos and get the kitchen sorted before she gets back.
I do agree with the whole value of time, but in my situation its make use of that afternoon by rolling bait or ill just be sitting there watching TV so bait is a winner. I sell a few kg on the side to a few mates as well so at the moment its paying for itself
I'm quite lucky really.
I finish work at 2pm (granted I start at 5am) and the missus works til 6-7pm so ive got time for rolling my bait without the moaning about the smell of fish hydro and fishmeals
and I really enjoy it. its fishing related so I'll happily roll a few kilos and get the kitchen sorted before she gets back.
I do agree with the whole value of time, but in my situation its make use of that afternoon by rolling bait or ill just be sitting there watching TV so bait is a winner. I sell a few kg on the side to a few mates as well so at the moment its paying for itself
In reply to Post #1
Rod Hutchinson - The Carp Strikes Back / Thoughts on Bait / Guide to Carp Baits
Mark Wilmott - Carp Life
Frank Warwick - Every Bit of Blue
Ken Townley - The Beekay Guide to Carp Baits
Luc de Baets - De Dunne Lijn (in Dutch/Belgian, regretfully)
Carp Baits Uncovered (various authors)
Carp Bait: Food for Thought
Especially reccommend Warwick's book. Understandable, up-to-date and innovative.
Rod Hutchinson - The Carp Strikes Back / Thoughts on Bait / Guide to Carp Baits
Mark Wilmott - Carp Life
Frank Warwick - Every Bit of Blue
Ken Townley - The Beekay Guide to Carp Baits
Luc de Baets - De Dunne Lijn (in Dutch/Belgian, regretfully)
Carp Baits Uncovered (various authors)
Carp Bait: Food for Thought
Especially reccommend Warwick's book. Understandable, up-to-date and innovative.