Hi
I have been told by a few mates that I should be looking at upgrading my tackle for bigger carp / night sessions.
I currently have
x2 total carp 12ft 3lb tc rods
x2 total carp reels
x2 alarms no reciever
My mates said to get 3.5tc rods and big pit reels aswell as a set of alarms with reciever for night fishing plus a barrow to male things easier getting to some pegs.
Would you recommend 3.5tc rods or will the 3lb tc rods be ok with big pit reels?
Cheers
I have been told by a few mates that I should be looking at upgrading my tackle for bigger carp / night sessions.
I currently have
x2 total carp 12ft 3lb tc rods
x2 total carp reels
x2 alarms no reciever
My mates said to get 3.5tc rods and big pit reels aswell as a set of alarms with reciever for night fishing plus a barrow to male things easier getting to some pegs.
Would you recommend 3.5tc rods or will the 3lb tc rods be ok with big pit reels?
Cheers
In reply to Post #1
3lb test curve is absolutely fine. Will happily land fish from all over the U.K. on them pal. 3.5 is getting towards a casting rod for 100 yards +
Nice set of 5500 reels on the 3lb rods would be spot on.
With a receiver it just helps it pegs where you can't set up really close to your rods. I've done without before but I'd rather have one when possible for nights.
Also a barrow will help when you have to lug more gear around lakes
3lb test curve is absolutely fine. Will happily land fish from all over the U.K. on them pal. 3.5 is getting towards a casting rod for 100 yards +
Nice set of 5500 reels on the 3lb rods would be spot on.
With a receiver it just helps it pegs where you can't set up really close to your rods. I've done without before but I'd rather have one when possible for nights.
Also a barrow will help when you have to lug more gear around lakes
In reply to Post #2
They just said look at big pit reels and said the nash s5 alarms and reciever would be decent to buy.
They just said look at big pit reels and said the nash s5 alarms and reciever would be decent to buy.
In reply to Post #1
All depends on what sized lake your fishing?
Is it weedy? Do you need long casts? Snaggy? are there more 30s than smaller fish etc
I would say rods of 2.75 to 3.25 would suit most waters and then decide on the reels.
All depends on what sized lake your fishing?
Is it weedy? Do you need long casts? Snaggy? are there more 30s than smaller fish etc
I would say rods of 2.75 to 3.25 would suit most waters and then decide on the reels.
In reply to Post #1
Unless you're looking to cast extreme distances, 3.5lb rods simply aren't required. A 2.75lb rod has the capability to land literally any carp in the entire world. Bigger reels may help with casting distance and cranking power, plus help thicker mainlines or fluoro to behave better. Alarms with receiver, nice to have but not actually needed unless you have to bivvy up away from the rods, or it's a rule to use one. Barrow, yes, obviously makes life easier lugging the kit about.
The very best areas to invest money in carp fishing are good tickets, top notch end tackle, and quantities of decent bait. The rest is mostly just willy waving fluff. 🤣👍
Unless you're looking to cast extreme distances, 3.5lb rods simply aren't required. A 2.75lb rod has the capability to land literally any carp in the entire world. Bigger reels may help with casting distance and cranking power, plus help thicker mainlines or fluoro to behave better. Alarms with receiver, nice to have but not actually needed unless you have to bivvy up away from the rods, or it's a rule to use one. Barrow, yes, obviously makes life easier lugging the kit about.
The very best areas to invest money in carp fishing are good tickets, top notch end tackle, and quantities of decent bait. The rest is mostly just willy waving fluff. 🤣👍
In reply to Post #1
Same as what post No:4 says
Your rods should be good for around 100yds +. If you need to cast further, get some rods that can cast bigger distances and learn how to cast big ranges. I don't know the reels you have, unless your current reels are falling apart or you just want to buy some new shinny ones, stick with what you have. The differences in say a 5500 size reel and 14000 reel has been demonstrated by a certain long range caster to be marginal; there's a difference, not supper massive like you might possibly assume.
What a fair few anglers have is different setups for different situations, i.e, a short range set of rods and a longer range set of rods, due in part as the longer range rods are more 'steely' and can rip hooks out of fish in the edge, moreso if you mince up setting your clutch incorrectly.
Alarms with remotes are the nuts, you can go "walkabout".
A barrow is great and makes it easier to get about a venue.
Prolly not a great idea to buy moar new gear just coz your mates said so; your money though mate 👍
Same as what post No:4 says
Your rods should be good for around 100yds +. If you need to cast further, get some rods that can cast bigger distances and learn how to cast big ranges. I don't know the reels you have, unless your current reels are falling apart or you just want to buy some new shinny ones, stick with what you have. The differences in say a 5500 size reel and 14000 reel has been demonstrated by a certain long range caster to be marginal; there's a difference, not supper massive like you might possibly assume.
What a fair few anglers have is different setups for different situations, i.e, a short range set of rods and a longer range set of rods, due in part as the longer range rods are more 'steely' and can rip hooks out of fish in the edge, moreso if you mince up setting your clutch incorrectly.
Alarms with remotes are the nuts, you can go "walkabout".
A barrow is great and makes it easier to get about a venue.
Prolly not a great idea to buy moar new gear just coz your mates said so; your money though mate 👍
In reply to Post #1
Personally I wouldn't listen to your mate unless you yourself experience difficulties with your own kit - your mates views are an opinion only. Is an extra 0.5lb test curve really going to make that much difference for you in whatever situation you are in, I doubt it.
A receiver is a good idea for night fishing, I would agree.
Take suggestions and opinions with a pinch of salt. If you experience a difficulty yourself and see some benefit then give the matter more thought but I would never base my needs on what somebody else thinks - just my personal view.
Personally I wouldn't listen to your mate unless you yourself experience difficulties with your own kit - your mates views are an opinion only. Is an extra 0.5lb test curve really going to make that much difference for you in whatever situation you are in, I doubt it.
A receiver is a good idea for night fishing, I would agree.
Take suggestions and opinions with a pinch of salt. If you experience a difficulty yourself and see some benefit then give the matter more thought but I would never base my needs on what somebody else thinks - just my personal view.
In reply to Post #7
I agree with rig demon don't listen everyone is different I know people that take a big barra bag on barra and loads of pouches and bags for a day session
I know others that take a small camara size bag min gear some use 2.75 rods others 3.5 some 12ft others 9ft look at the water you going to fish regularly and base your tackle around it best not to ask for opinions
Then you won't get your head spinning with loads of ideas
I agree with rig demon don't listen everyone is different I know people that take a big barra bag on barra and loads of pouches and bags for a day session
I know others that take a small camara size bag min gear some use 2.75 rods others 3.5 some 12ft others 9ft look at the water you going to fish regularly and base your tackle around it best not to ask for opinions
Then you won't get your head spinning with loads of ideas
In reply to Post #7
Excellent advice
Excellent advice
In reply to Post #9
I think I will keep my rods for a while but they did say I may need bigger reels as the bigger fish can sometimes scream off and I wouldn't want to run low on line, I'm not a tackle tart or anything I just don't want to turn up on a bigger venue and have a rod snap, line run out etc
I haven't done any nightfishing yet but I do have a bivvy and bechair, think I will invest in another alarm set with a reciever just for piece of mind
Trying to get in the 20s club so looking at different venues etc
Thanks for all your advice
I think I will keep my rods for a while but they did say I may need bigger reels as the bigger fish can sometimes scream off and I wouldn't want to run low on line, I'm not a tackle tart or anything I just don't want to turn up on a bigger venue and have a rod snap, line run out etc
I haven't done any nightfishing yet but I do have a bivvy and bechair, think I will invest in another alarm set with a reciever just for piece of mind
Trying to get in the 20s club so looking at different venues etc
Thanks for all your advice
In reply to Post #7
Some of the best advice I've ever seen on here mate, I would completely listen to this 👍
Some of the best advice I've ever seen on here mate, I would completely listen to this 👍
In reply to Post #10
Paddy, welcome to the mad House, if you let ys know what reels you have, we may be able to give you a steer on their suitability. Also what kind of water are you fishing, how big, how far do you need/want to cast etc?
Paddy, welcome to the mad House, if you let ys know what reels you have, we may be able to give you a steer on their suitability. Also what kind of water are you fishing, how big, how far do you need/want to cast etc?
In reply to Post #12
Hi bud it's in the 1st post I currently have the total carp rods and reels, currently fishing different venues at the minute but some reservoirs and open water
Hi bud it's in the 1st post I currently have the total carp rods and reels, currently fishing different venues at the minute but some reservoirs and open water
In reply to Post #10
Welcome to the mad world of carp fishing
Just a comment - the test curve of your rods and the size of your reels have little if nothing to do with the size of fish you're fishing for. The high tc rods and big pit reels are for casting long distances. The gear you have is capable of landing fish of any size, but you may not be able to cast to the moon
If you need to cast further then consider beefing up your gear, but if you don't then don't worry. Just make sure you have plenty of line on your reels (and good quality line)
You may however find that you want better quality rods and reels. There's a lot of great gear around these days and not too expensive if you did want to upgrade. Worth asking for advice/opinions on anything you consider getting. There's some very knowledgeable and helpful people on this forum who will steer you in the right direction. It's also worth looking at second hand, as you can get some fantastic kit at bargain prices if you know what to look for.
Phil
Welcome to the mad world of carp fishing
Just a comment - the test curve of your rods and the size of your reels have little if nothing to do with the size of fish you're fishing for. The high tc rods and big pit reels are for casting long distances. The gear you have is capable of landing fish of any size, but you may not be able to cast to the moon
If you need to cast further then consider beefing up your gear, but if you don't then don't worry. Just make sure you have plenty of line on your reels (and good quality line)
You may however find that you want better quality rods and reels. There's a lot of great gear around these days and not too expensive if you did want to upgrade. Worth asking for advice/opinions on anything you consider getting. There's some very knowledgeable and helpful people on this forum who will steer you in the right direction. It's also worth looking at second hand, as you can get some fantastic kit at bargain prices if you know what to look for.
Phil
In reply to Post #1
as said 5500 size reels are perfect for up to 100 yds 16lb line ( fox exorcet 16lb is super strong and thin for the lbs) and 3 oz lead hit that no problem at all .... I also have 10000 & 14000 size and am hitting a little further ..the bigger the reels you go the balance goes and you can loose distance ... don't get caught by "must have" big pits unless you are fishing big pits and using a bait boat.
as said 5500 size reels are perfect for up to 100 yds 16lb line ( fox exorcet 16lb is super strong and thin for the lbs) and 3 oz lead hit that no problem at all .... I also have 10000 & 14000 size and am hitting a little further ..the bigger the reels you go the balance goes and you can loose distance ... don't get caught by "must have" big pits unless you are fishing big pits and using a bait boat.