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  • Delkim Bite Alarms And Their History
    By: Nick Gent | - The Delkim range of bite alarms are now icons amongst today's carp anglers, we follow the conception and development of Delkim from the early Optonic and Heron conversions from the 1970's to the modern vibration based digital bite alarms of today.

    The Delkim company was created by two well known carp anglers and bait developers from Kent called Del Romang and Kim Donaldson, after converting friend's Heron and Optonic bite alarms they decided to form a business and brought together t ...

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  • The History Of The Electronic Bite Alarm
    By: Nick Gent | - The modern day bite alarm is a 'must have' tackle item in the modern day carp angler's kit, in this article we give you a brief run down on its history since the 1950s and how it has shaped the way today's carp anglers fish.

    The most famous bite alarm is probably the Optonic manufactured by Efgeeco in the early 1980's, these indicators were the first to use a roller system and revolutionized the way carp anglers fished, they could fish all night without the need to reset the bite al ...

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  • Carp Fishing Holidays In France
    By: Jamie Hanson | - A milder climate and a large number of lakes make France the perfect location for carp fishing. The country is popular among Britons who travel across the Channel looking for a great catch. Some monster carp cross the 60 lbs mark, and are an angler's delight. Depending on your budget and desired level of comfort, you ought to head out for some of the most beautiful lakes in France for a carp fishing holiday. Public lakes are inexpensive and considering that there are thousands across the country ...
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  • Butterfly Koi Are A Quite Recent Breed Of Fish
    By: M F Hargreaves | - Butterfly Koi fish, Longfin Koi, or Dragon Carp are a type of
    ornamental fish notable for their elongated finnage. The fish are
    a breed of the common carp, Cyprinus carpio, which includes
    numerous wild carp races as well as domesticated koi
    ("Nishikigoi").They are largely unpopular in Europe and Asia, but
    are popular in the United States where they are more readily
    available.

    It is not uncommon for a mature Koi with good genetics and a

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  • After Builders Cleaning In London
    By: cleaning houselondon | - After Builders cleaning services is require for both residential and commercial customers throughout London. CleaningHouseLondon takes only few hours and make your house perfectly clean. Though as a conscious service seeker often we have noticed that professional window cleaning, carpet and upholstery cleaning may be extra charged. So, one may need to clarify their concern before finalizing the service provider for the after builders cleaners services. Everybody has specific requirement and henc ...
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  • House Cleaning London - Celebrate The New Naissance Of Your House!
    By: cleaning houselondon | - When the group discussion in a gathering shift to the topic of house cleaning, a sense of depression emerge automatically in mind. In a city like London, the fast paced life leave very little time to take care of the personal issues. The reason behind is that the task of house cleaning is not at all simple and the amount of energy to be consumed horrifies beforehand. By opting reliable house cleaning services can give a full stop to all your worries related to house cleaning.
    Professional ...

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  • Koi Fish - Avoid Making Some Of The Most Common Mistakes Setting Up Your Koi Pond
    By: M F Hargreaves | - Koi fish have to one of the most rewarding pets and who would not want living creatures as a part of their garden? Planning ahead will not only save your money, but it will potentially save your sanity as well. It is important for you to learn all you can about Koi fish BEFORE you begin obtaining the things you need for Koi keeping. Koi are beautiful, vibrant fish that can literally light your day.

    In the united states, more and more people seem to find Koi ponds to be fun more then ...

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  • Symbolic Fishy Tattoos
    By: Time stop | - Koi fish tattoos are becoming a popular trend among both genders. The word 'koi' in actual fact means 'carp' and is referred as 'nishikigoi' in Japan, a product of selective breeding between the common brown Asian carp and the German carp over several centuries. It is a homophone (word with same pronunciation) as another word which symbolizes love for the opposite sex or a longing feeling for a particular person. Thus, it can be expressed as 'passionate love' or 'romantic love'.

    So ...

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  • Reel Carp
    By: Dennis Black | - Discover the Secrets of catching Big Carp.


    Hello!

    As a carp angler of over thirty years standingyes even after all these years Im still addicted to this great sport of ours!
    In my day there was very little in the way of carp fishing books and information, it was the days when most carp anglers were very secretive, keeping them selfs to them selfsespecially the more experienced carp fishermen.

    Though there w ...

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  • The Secret Steps To The Perfect Koi Pond
    By: Julia Nitschke | - Koi ponds are becoming more popular, but people are still a little stuck when they start out. There are actually just 5 key steps to use when setting up the perfect Koi pond which will thrive and give you many years of enjoyment.

    Step 1- Setting Up The Perfect Environment

    Your perfect Koi pond starts with the actual pond itself. The perfect pond can not only sustain your fish but be pleasing to the eye. Proper size, placement and pond type is essential when you are ...

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  • Koi Ponds For Beginers, Tips Tricks And Resources
    By: Julia Nitschke | - Koi ponds have become a popular hobby in the world, and the reasons are clear as to why. Koi are beautiful vibrant fish which can assist in creating a peaceful enviromment in your garden. Koi come in many colors, varieties, and kinds, so it is likely that everyone in the world can find at least one type of Koi that would suit their likes. Koi are not only beautiful, but they also have an incredible and interesting history.

    In Chinese culture, Koi ponds are said to being good luck ...

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  • Building A Sustainable Habitat For Your Koi
    By: Julia Nitschke | - Koi need a specific environment to live in. Due to this you must create the proper habitat for koi before buying them. This is where information from your pond builder and supplier will come in handy. You should not only get the opinions of just one person when there are many resources available.

    It may be a good idea to do research on your own, before you go to purchase the materials needed for your fish Koi pond. Because of its popularity, an unlimited supply of resources can b ...

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  • The Brilliant Features Of Koi Fish Ponds
    By: Mike Hickmon | - Koi fish ponds can make brilliant features in anybodys garden and the best thing about keeping Koi fish ponds is that these fish are not that difficult to look after. Koi fish come from the carp family which means that they can grow to quite a substantial size, so when you decide to keep Koi fish ponds you should always make sure that you have enough room for the fish to grow. The rule of thumb when it comes for space for Koi fish, is that each pair of Koi need around 1000 gallons of wat ...
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  • How To Use Your Carp Fishing Equipment For Maximum Effect
    By: Jimmy Stain | - Are you interested in maximizing your UK carp fishing equipment? Carp can be a challenge to catch, but with the right fishing gear as well as info, you'll be surprised at your abilities. To be successful, it's important to know how to catch a carp and how to properly care for one after you've caught him.
    Tips on Catching Carp

    Carp normally come in groups -it's not easy to find an isolated carp. This takes us to rule one of carp fishing - find a carp by itself if possible s ...

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  • Red Hot Easter - Paul Gartside, Simon Collins And Andy Whymark
    By: Paul Gartside | - Simon, Andy and I had all been fishing for a few years together and had had our share of 20s and blanks, for our first trip to France we wanted to find a big fish runs lake and if the blogs were to be believed this was the lake we needed to visit.

    After 12hrs traveling we arrived at Ian the owners house who gave us a very warm welcome and a tour of the lake. Ian takes a personal interest in his guests and is very keen to offer advice. I will say now that you would do well ...

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  • Commonly Used Fishing Equipment In The Uk
    By: Hop Keens | - Fishing in the UK is a sport that's both relaxing and exciting. The relaxing part is casting a baited hook into the water and waiting for an unsuspecting fish to happen by. The exciting part is when the fish takes the bait. Here's some information about two types of fishing equipment required for this enjoyable sport.

    When you are starting out as a fisherman in the UK, it is best to start with the most simplistic form of fishing equipment. It really doesnt require a lot o ...

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  • Carp Fishing Rods: How Do You Choose Which Carp Rods Are Best For You?
    By: Erik Parker | - Carp RodsCarp fishing rods that have crossed my path so far have been from Abu Garcia, Masterline, Chub, Rod Hutchinson, John Wilson and Century. All of these rods have treated me well and I would feel comfortable endorsing any one of them. If I had to choose it would be my old faithful Century carp rods but I love the new Chub rods even if they are a bit stiff. The John Wilson's aren't bad either, but can be a bit pricey. If it is a difficult decision for you, i'm not surprised with the manuf ...
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  • Tips For Buying Koi Supplies
    By: Stanislaw Pena | - Your fish may outlive you, that is, they can live over 50 years! If you plan to keep them that long, you have to consider getting a larger aquarium. This fish is a fast grower that naturally lives in pond communities. After setting up your aquarium, you want to stock up on basic koi supplies. All the preparation is well worth it, this kind of fish are known to identify with their keepers and with time, they can be fed directly from the hand.

    The most essential of all supplies is o ...

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  • Koi Carp
    By: Don Miller | - The word "koi" comes from Japanese, simply meaning "carp." It includes both the dull grey fish and the brightly coloured varieties.

    Although it is generally accepted that Koi did not originate from Japan, Koi history and origins, and the time of their introduction is still heavily debated by Koi historians.

    Different sources say that they came from parts of Eastern Europe, Eastern Asia and China, some 2,500 years ago.

    There is the common black carp (c ...

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  • Using Carpet And Upholstery Cleaning Services To Make Your Car Look Like New Again
    By: Eddie Lamb | - When you want to improve the look of your car, most people only focus on the outside. When you go to an automatic car wash, the exterior is the only thing that gets clean. However, if you really want to improve the look of your car and get it looking like new again, you should really consider a carpet and upholstery cleaning service. The service will clean your carpeting and upholstery in your car to make it look like you just bought it.

    Is Your Car's Interior Dirty And Ugly?

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  • Fishing Tackle - Taking The Bait
    By: James Johnson | - When you are looking for fishing tackle, you can find the very best at some online outlets. Not only can you find the best fishing tackle at these outlets, but you can usually get them for a lot less than what you would pay in the store. You can find the best brands in fishing tackle such as BCUK, Browning, Chub Daiwa, Delkim, Dynamite Bait, Enterprise, ESP, Ron Thompson and other top brands when you shop online. These are some of the best names when it comes to fishing tackle and they are al ...
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  • Don't Carp About Your Cold Turkey
    By: Samantha Gilmartin | - You've had it cold, you've had it curried, you've had it in a pie and you've had it in a soup. But there's half a turkey carcass taking up most of the space in the fridge and threatening to make a break for freedom.

    But it could be worse. Some countries never took to mutant chicken. In Turkey itself, it is known as the American Bird; and in most of eastern Europe, the Christmas dish comes with fins, not feathers.

    For millions Christmas means carp - a monster fish th ...

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  • Barramundi Fishing In Thailand, An Amazing Days Fishing With The Ultimate Predator.
    By: Jason Butler | - Firstly, I have to admit my ignorance, when I was told that there were Barramundi in Thailand I was very surprised. Thinking they were only native to Australia, it was pointed out to me that these fish in fact populate many freshwater lakes throughout Asia. So I went along to Bor Num Lake with a friend of mine (John); who is also a keen angler and has been living in Bangkok for over thirteen years.
    The lake is actually called Bor Num Barramundi fishing park, and the ticket for the day cos ...

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  • Going Carp Fishing In France
    By: Martyn Davis | - France has become an extremely popular destination for the carp angler, especially with so many different carp lakes in France choose from and many that have carp in excess of 40lb to 50lb plus.

    However, due to the sheer size of the carp, you do need to have sensible equipment in which to land these fish. Most people recommend at least a 2 and 3/4 test curve rod or more, plus baitrunner reels are a must. We actually use the Shimano 8010GT baitrunner reels, and although there are ...

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  • Choosing The Right Magnoi Koi Carp
    By: Harwood E Woodpecker | - Without seeing a picture of the koi it is very difficult to correctly name it. I also have a 2 solid yellow koi, one is what they call a ginrin yama butterfly. The koi are a mix of jap and magnoi with sturgen. The closer the koi is to the natural carp the hardier it is. Any koi that does fit a type of koi falls into the Kawarimono class which is all other koi.

    My husband and I planned on purchasing 3 koi this spring. I picked it out by accident as just an interesting dusty looking ...

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  • The Joys Of Keeping Koi Carp
    By: Harwood E Woodpecker | - Visually there is no discernible difference between the two brands of Koi food that I have used. Koi, like goldfish, were bred for ornamental ponds to have bright, attractive colour patterns. They are actually hybrids with Asian carp and, like Ghost Koi, are not considered true Nishikigoi. Koi can be kept in both tanks or ponds, but they are best kept in ponds.

    Japanese Koi carp are specifically bred for both colour and form. This just goes to show how polluting Koi food is and h ...

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  • Family Fishing Holidays In France
    By: Martyn Davis | - France is a country that has a wonderful variety of fishing from the North through to the South and caters for fly fishing, course and game fishing on a wide range of rivers and lakes. Plus there is plenty of coast line for the sea angler to enjoy as well.

    Carp fishing, cat fishing, not forgetting course and pike fishing are just some of the holidays that you can enjoy in France and whilst some places cater for the dedicated angler, others are more family orientated with accommod ...

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  • How To Keep Koi Carp
    By: Sophie White | - Though very often an expensive and vexing hobby, keeping koi is also very relaxing, beautiful, enviable and the hobby of a lifetime. Many people who invest in koi find they catch a fever of excitement that leads them to keep trying to find that perfect fish.

    Not surprisingly fanciers range from the most simple of backyard ponds to tens of thousands of litre ponds with hundreds of fish and breeding programs. The fact that very well conforming specimens can fetch thousands and tho ...

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  • Float Fishing For Carp
    By: James Johnson | - So many carp anglers use static setups these days that you could be forgiven for thinking that float fishing for big carp is a lost art, amazing really as it can be one of the most adrenalin filled methods for targeting big fish at close quarters there has ever been!

    I have heard of many a carp angler who is become bored with the current trend for fishing static set-ups at extreme distances in some cases not even casting a rod but using a bait boat to ship out a lead and hookbait ...

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  • The Carp Fishing Record - Will The Next One Count?
    By: Shaun Parker | - The emergence of Carp fishing as an expanding specialist sport during the seventies has grown ever more popular, one of the pioneers of carp fishing was the great Richard Walker who was a renowned Carp specialist in the forties and fifties. His record Carp Clarissa lived her days out in captivity after being caught at Redmire Pool, she weighed in at 44lbs and is possibly the most famous fish in the angling world.

    But why was she so famous and why has Carp fishing continued to be s ...

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  • Modern Day Carp Baits
    By: James Johnson | - In many parts of Europe and the United States, carp is a popular objective for anglers, who use a variety of specialised baits and homemade selections to lure their catches. The common carp and other species, such as the mirror carp and leather carp are known to consume almost anything it comes in contact with. When it comes to the common carp, it is not unusual to see a fish content with a vegetarian diet of water plants, but insects, zooplankton, crustaceans, and even dead fish also make suita ...
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  • Why Plumbing The Depth Is So Important
    By: steve kempson | - I have been fishing for over 30 years and in that time tackle, techniques and baits have changed so much at times its difficult to keep up with them. There have been some fantastic improvements in fishing tackle which has undoubtedly enabled even the novice angler to catch large weights of fish, especially at many of the new venues springing up all over the country. It seems nowadays if you have some land dig it out and fill it full of fish and charge between 5 and 10 a day and you are m ...
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  • Big Carp Fishing
    By: Joseph Brown | - One of the most common game fish among anglers is the big carp, a Cyrpinidae family fish found in freshwaters. The most popular carp species found in the United States is the Cyrpinus carpio or the common carp. Among European countries, the carp has been the most well-known fish over the last decades and has become a multi billion-dollar fishing industry amidst the fiercely competitive and tight fishing tackle market.

    Carp fishing can be both a frustrating and exciting angling a ...

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  • Jackpot Fishing For Carp Equals Big Money In The South
    By: Jerry Montgomery | - More than 95 percent of the US population has no idea what the term "Jackpot Fishing" means. The small percentage of people that know about this exploding trend that started in South Carolina are quickly jumping in on this great money making fishing sport of catching carp.

    What started out as an experiment with one small pond of about 3 acres has now spread to over 500 large and small ponds, ranging from as far south as Florida across to Texas and into Virginia.
    What is Ja ...

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  • Top 6 Carp Fishing Tips! Dont Fish Again Until You Have Read This!
    By: Pino Tedesco | - Frustrating as it is, carp fishing is awesome. Carp are really good at sucking in and blowing out suspicious baits. It's such an excitement to see the whole action in a fraction of a second as you hang on for dear life while the reel is trembling with a loud noise.

    Carp happily devour on the surface as long as you keep the pellets, biscuits, chic peas, bread, and re-hydrated corn coming in, and these are inexpensive baits as well. Just attach them to the hooks, most preferably t ...

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  • Fishing Kit Essentials
    By: Areeb Khatib | - First and foremost you should secure a fishing license before delving into the technicalities. Even if you want to become an amateur fisherman you need to get hold of basic pieces of fishing equipment to make your journey into the fishing world more exciting. Only basic common sense is required in order to match the right rod and reel to the fishing technique and know the line type. A more enjoyable and comfortable fishing experience is guaranteed if you are able to match these tools appropriate ...
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  • What You Need To Know Before Purchasing A New Fishing Boat
    By: Areeb Khatib | - While you choose the right boat; try to answer the following two questions:

    a) Which kind of fish will you be fishing?
    b) At which place will the fishing take place?

    Be sure to make a quality check of the carpet and the compartment. They can be either of fiberglasses, metal or plastic. Closely examine small but essential details such as the 1000 GPH bilge pump. Also be sure that the wiring is of 6 gauges instead of 8 or 10 gauges. These minute details are imp ...

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  • Improve Your Sea Fishing
    By: Jamie Hibbert | - I have been looking at simple ways to improving catch rates, and finally I have got an answer. It's really simple, and you can do it from your living room, on stormy days.

    I have been reading about scents that recreate pheromones to induce fish bites, which work by replicating natural scents of prey or possible mates of the fish. However, there is some concern over the use of these products, and the effect on the natural world. You can buy desk top diaries which you can load all y ...

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  • Taking A Closer Look At Fishing Rods
    By: Areeb Khatib | - Contemporary fishing rods do not resemble the primitive cane poles and which can easily retrieve the fish caught in its bait with the aid of the reels in its rod.

    Some of the fishing rods sport sophisticated movable shafts that can move except handle and can make it easier to catch a struggling fish caught on snare bait.

    The basic design of a fishing rod has remained unchanged. It is thick at the handle (bottom) and tapered and thinner at the tip to make it flexible ...

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  • How To Choose The Best Fishing Lures
    By: Areeb Khatib | - The development of different types of lures, meant for catching various species of fish owes its origin to the evolution of fishing gear, accessories and the progression of the bass fishing industry

    A wide range of different types or classes of lures has flooded the market. All of them depend on the particular species of fish for which they have been made. Most of them are aimed at specific types excepting a few which can be used for a wide number of species.

    A list ...

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  • Become An Expert Carp Fish Fisherman
    By: Areeb Khatib | - Carp fishing is both dreadful and irritating. The carp are smart enough to reject food that they don't trust. The feeling of watching the entire action, that gets over with the blink of an eye is great. It's awesome when the reel is trembling noisily as you hang for dear life.

    To keep the carp on the surface is easy. You just have to keep supplying the pellets, biscuits, chickpeas, bread and re-hydrated corn by attaching them to the hooks. Carp prefer bread. You can also use biscu ...

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  • Carp Fishing, What Do I Need?
    By: James Johnson | - There are so many bits of equipment available that will make the carp fishermans dream come true. But make sure that you have the basics for your carp fishing expeditions to begin with. Before going out on a fishing gear spending spree, make sure that you are familiar with the types of places that you are fishing in, and what size of carp are being caught in the area.

    Important Tackle
    A good landing net that is fairly large in size is needed when carp fishing. Reliable for ...

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  • Fish Bait On The Cheap!
    By: jeff ryall | - How would you like to know how to get your fishing bait on the cheap, from the local supermarket? You can occasionally find some gems tucked away on a shelf at your local supermarket. By the time it gets to late summer most fish would have had enough of the ordinary bait so what if you could go round your local Morrisons or Sainsburys armed with 10, could you find an alternative. Fishing at ponds in particular and with tench and carp on my mind here are some alternatives that I think would w ...
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  • Carp Fishing With Liquids!
    By: jeff ryall | - In this article, I will try to give you a list of the best liquids to use when fishing for carp. Everyone has different ideas as to which is their favourite but I hope to give you some choices.

    Ming Oil.
    This liquid is a ruby, fishy blend and is considered to be one of the best warm water carp attractors when splashed over any sort of pellets to add real pulling power. Its also good in any boil mix, use 20-30 ml to per 1 kilo of dry mix.

    Marmite.
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  • Tips For Successful Carp Fishing In Summer And Winter
    By: Dog Lane Fishery | - Summer

    Talk to any angler and they can expound for hours on the joys of carp fishing, whatever the time of year, but summer has got to be a favourite time. It's tranquil, relaxing and exciting all at the same time. Here are some tips to help make your carp fishing even more enjoyable.

    Summer is a good time to try out new baits, rigs and ideas of your own

    If you are a regular at a particular water, study the fish movements to see if you can estab ...

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  • Things You Need To Know About Carp
    By: Dog Lane Fishery | - Have you ever stopped to think that there might be more to the carp lurking at the bottom of the lake than meets the eye?

    Carp strains common to the UK include:

    Common carp
    Mirror carp
    Linear carp
    Leather carp
    Grass carp

    The story of carp is truly a success story. Since its introduction in the 1300s from mainland Europe to England and Wales, the carp has flourished in almost every river and lake in Britain. C ...

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  • The 3 Rules Of Night Fishing
    By: Dog Lane Fishery | - With a few simple additions to your gear and some careful planning, it's not as hard as many anglers think to enjoy fishing at night.

    There are three key aspects to safe and successful night fishing:

    1. Organisation During the course of a day's fishing, your equipment tends to get strewn around the place. At night, this simply won't work. You have to get organised and make sure that everything you may need to re-bait or re-tackle is kept tidily in the bivvy.
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  • How To Choose The Right Fishing Venue
    By: Dog Lane Fishery | - For a newcomer to angling, deciding where to fish can be a daunting prospect. There are lots of good guides out there, but being bombarded with so much information can leave you none the wiser. So how do you find the best venue for you?

    Here are some tips to get you started:

    Size of the Fish

    Firstly, you should decide what size of fish it is that you want to catch. There is no point in joining an expensive syndicate fishing lake with only a handful of ...

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  • Equipment For A Carping Beginner
    By: Dog Lane Fishery | - There are as many different opinions about what you need to get started as there is carp fishing equipment. Here are some of the essential items:

    Fish care products These are becoming increasingly important, so much so, in fact, that on some fisheries it is already compulsory to use them. It's important to ensure that the fish are returned to the water in the best condition possible, so buy the thickest un-hooking mat and the softest weigh sling you can afford. Another product yo ...

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