In reply to Post #13
I've heard that reed beds are always a good go-to during the winter, as are any form of warmer water outlet.
My lake has a river inlet and an outlet, so I'm guessing the deeper water by the outlet will be the place to be, as it sees a lot of bird life, a lot of food, and theres an outlet nearby.
I've heard that reed beds are always a good go-to during the winter, as are any form of warmer water outlet.
My lake has a river inlet and an outlet, so I'm guessing the deeper water by the outlet will be the place to be, as it sees a lot of bird life, a lot of food, and theres an outlet nearby.
In reply to Post #16
Shallower water on the southerly bank, makes the most of the shorter days of sunshine
Shallower water on the southerly bank, makes the most of the shorter days of sunshine
In reply to Post #17
Surely it would be the North bank that would receive more sun??
Surely it would be the North bank that would receive more sun??
Beware of pre conceived ideas.
The last 2 winters I have consistently found fish held up in a swim that is not only the shallowest swim on the lake, it also receives 0 direct sunlight for the whole winter. Work that one out?
I don't just mean a few fish either, I mean loads of them balled up.
Baring in mind, the other end, that is reed lined, next to the deepest part, the only part that receives direct sun light for extended periods of time, I have never found a fish.
The last 2 winters I have consistently found fish held up in a swim that is not only the shallowest swim on the lake, it also receives 0 direct sunlight for the whole winter. Work that one out?
I don't just mean a few fish either, I mean loads of them balled up. Baring in mind, the other end, that is reed lined, next to the deepest part, the only part that receives direct sun light for extended periods of time, I have never found a fish.
In reply to Post #19
I have a similar bay at my place. Always fish in there during the winter.
Not just carp but all the species.
I have a similar bay at my place. Always fish in there during the winter.
Not just carp but all the species.
In reply to Post #18
Is there a lot of munga going into this particular end of the lake.?
Is there a lot of munga going into this particular end of the lake.?
Shallow normally means weedy Weed holds food whether its growing up or dying back through the winter. Makes sense that carp would like these areas.
As has been said before, don't believe everything you watch or read. A lot of the winter videos you see are filmed at well stocked puddles so that they get a bite. If you are lucky enough to fish a more natural lake then the rules will change.
As has been said before, don't believe everything you watch or read. A lot of the winter videos you see are filmed at well stocked puddles so that they get a bite. If you are lucky enough to fish a more natural lake then the rules will change.
In reply to Post #22
Dieing weed gives off heat 😉
Dieing weed gives off heat 😉
In reply to Post #5
I don't think there is any consistent rule and it just varies from lake to lake, (which sounds obvious!).
I'll 2nd that
Winter Carp fishing is oh so "sporadic" I don't think there is any times on the bank when you can be sure of a bite, apart from one when you do seem to stand a good chance.
Used to fish a water over winter for just short over night sessions (9pm to 9am) Most of the time I had it to myself, nobody else was stupid enough to risk it - I knew that when I parked up and those huge tree's above the Car Park were making creaking noises in the howling wind I'd catch!
First fish of this year was 20 minutes after midnight new years eve on another water - howling North wind into one banking, water frothing up, waves going over the dam wall.
I don't think there is any consistent rule and it just varies from lake to lake, (which sounds obvious!).
I'll 2nd that
Winter Carp fishing is oh so "sporadic" I don't think there is any times on the bank when you can be sure of a bite, apart from one when you do seem to stand a good chance.
Used to fish a water over winter for just short over night sessions (9pm to 9am) Most of the time I had it to myself, nobody else was stupid enough to risk it - I knew that when I parked up and those huge tree's above the Car Park were making creaking noises in the howling wind I'd catch!
First fish of this year was 20 minutes after midnight new years eve on another water - howling North wind into one banking, water frothing up, waves going over the dam wall.