In reply to Post #1
I always say Winter carping is great in theory, I keep going because of the first list (apart from the 50" bit
) but then the 2nd list usually comes into play when I'm there
I always say Winter carping is great in theory, I keep going because of the first list (apart from the 50" bit
) but then the 2nd list usually comes into play when I'm there
In reply to Post #1
Definetly the experienced for me . Is it me or is winter carping much harder than it used to be ? Every year seems to be harder to find the fish - perhaps it's an age thing .
Every year I say must river fish this winter - not happened yet lol
Definetly the experienced for me . Is it me or is winter carping much harder than it used to be ? Every year seems to be harder to find the fish - perhaps it's an age thing .
Every year I say must river fish this winter - not happened yet lol
In reply to Post #1
You could add 'the geordie carper'
'Howay. Looks snowy out. Might be time to put my t shirt on'
You could add 'the geordie carper'
'Howay. Looks snowy out. Might be time to put my t shirt on'
In reply to Post #1
This idiot has a 5 night session on Redmire next week 😂
Honestly buzzing about fishing the place but 5 nights in December? We must be mad! I usually fish through the winter but only overnighters
Hoping for some favourable conditions but we will see. Forecast is currently showing 5 degrees in the day and I imagine frosts overnight.
This idiot has a 5 night session on Redmire next week 😂
Honestly buzzing about fishing the place but 5 nights in December? We must be mad! I usually fish through the winter but only overnighters
Hoping for some favourable conditions but we will see. Forecast is currently showing 5 degrees in the day and I imagine frosts overnight.
In reply to Post #19
I've done a winter and summer 5 nighter, the place has it's own little micro climate the weather there can be quite different than the forecast for the area, you'll love it.
I've done a winter and summer 5 nighter, the place has it's own little micro climate the weather there can be quite different than the forecast for the area, you'll love it.
In reply to Post #11
The large Lenor bottles are best, bigger bottle neck, great capacity and the smell of spring flowers every time you whip the lid off 
The large Lenor bottles are best, bigger bottle neck, great capacity and the smell of spring flowers every time you whip the lid off
In reply to Post #12
I wish!
My largest fish came in the middle of the night in December, and my one time largest common around 1am in February.
A couple of lakes I fished I only ever got takes at night, summer and winter.
I do agree on most lakes being more productive during the day though
I wish!
My largest fish came in the middle of the night in December, and my one time largest common around 1am in February.
A couple of lakes I fished I only ever got takes at night, summer and winter.
I do agree on most lakes being more productive during the day though
In reply to Post #21
Thats a great idea. Love it.
Thats a great idea. Love it.
In reply to Post #23
By far the best time for angling 😂🥶
By far the best time for angling 😂🥶
In reply to Post #19
Honestly buzzing about fishing the place but 5 nights in December? We must be mad!
Could be worse, 5 nights at work
That sounds like its worth getting the rods out
Honestly buzzing about fishing the place but 5 nights in December? We must be mad!
Could be worse, 5 nights at work
That sounds like its worth getting the rods out
In reply to Post #15
100% my sentiment . . .
Why do most look for 'optimum' conditions throughout the year but then fish winter anyway when pretty much everything's stacked against you? The only edge is lack of lines in the pond and maybe getting on a shoaled up pack of dormant fish that may take a zig. . .and not a lot else.
Will do the odd day if a warm window arrives but generally cant be arsed with the faff and much prefer days on the river fishing for anything but carp until spring arrives. . .
PS> Did have a camo taped 'p*ss' bottle back in the day when I was also mega keen - no need to get out of the bag with the turn, flop and fill method . . .
100% my sentiment . . .
Why do most look for 'optimum' conditions throughout the year but then fish winter anyway when pretty much everything's stacked against you? The only edge is lack of lines in the pond and maybe getting on a shoaled up pack of dormant fish that may take a zig. . .and not a lot else.
Will do the odd day if a warm window arrives but generally cant be arsed with the faff and much prefer days on the river fishing for anything but carp until spring arrives. . .
PS> Did have a camo taped 'p*ss' bottle back in the day when I was also mega keen - no need to get out of the bag with the turn, flop and fill method . . .
My favourite time of the year. Fish days , 10am to 4pm , light pre bait on a regular basis in very predictable areas of the lake . Pick somewhere local and go when you feel like it , or stay at home when you don't.
In reply to Post #27
I've got a tent stove for my titan. It keeps you busy and warm and adds cheer to your evenings. We all like to stare at a fire and it's great to be warm & dry. I can park at the back of my swim now though so I've installed a Chinese desiel heater in my Caddy. Far better.
I've got a tent stove for my titan. It keeps you busy and warm and adds cheer to your evenings. We all like to stare at a fire and it's great to be warm & dry. I can park at the back of my swim now though so I've installed a Chinese desiel heater in my Caddy. Far better.
I only get out roughly every other week, so I will go right through the winter. Not because I'm carpy, but because I love going.