The first step in carp fishing is using the correct hook. This may seem like a simple task that requires no thought, but in fact there are many variables in fishing hooks. Choosing the right hook for ...

Today we're carp fishing using a bolt rig on the T-Turn Bait Rig. We start the day off with a nice common carp catch, and even landed ourselves a beautiful mirror carp! A bolt rig is designed so that ...

Learn the best baits, rigs, and hotspots to catch one of the hardest-fighting fish in a lake or river near you. They wouldn’t be among the prettiest fish. In fact, some folks would say common carp are ...

“Trash fish” inhabit a wide variety of environments, and the right carp bait will depend on the type of water and current conditions. These much-maligned creatures have long been treated as nothing ...

Master the ultimate carp fishing rig setup designed for stronger hook-ups and increased catch rates. This guide covers baiting techniques, hook selection, and rig adjustments that maximize carp ...

In the United States, carp are mostly considered “trash fish.” These non-native bottom feeders were introduced to our country centuries ago and have adapted and thrived so well that they exist in ...

This was the first time a can opener was included in my tackle bag. Vegetables had never made it to my list of preferred baits before, but if I wanted to catch a carp, I was told corn was a must, ...

Carp are an afterthought to many anglers, but their massive size and elusive behavior make them a fun species to target with rod and reel. Jordan Rodriguez Many local fisheries are loaded with carp, ...

Fly anglers are figuring out that carp is not a fish to look down your nose at. They are challenging, strong, accessible, and most importantly, flat out fun to catch on a fly rod. You don't have to ...

PADUCAH, Ky. – Where Asian carp are crowding out more lucrative paddlefish, buffalo fish and catfish, some Western Kentucky fishermen are seeking new markets for the notorious species in China, Korea ...