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Massive 84 lb carp after coming out last in lake draw
NATHAN DONOVAN shocked everyone when he had the monster mirror carp known as Giggler.The huge Gigantica carp took the scales down to over 84 lb.The giant of Gigantica in France had not been out since...
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Hair-raising carp session produces UK 58 lb 8 oz and three more over 40!
CARP ace Craig McEvoy is in the form of his life, landing his seventh UK 50 in 11 months, this PB 58 lb 8 oz mirror.Craig McEvoy displays Sweet Cheeks - the highlight of another fantastic carp fishing...
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Ross bosses day ticket whackers
ROSS FARNES kept away from the pressurised area of the lake - and was rewarded with this 50 lb 2 oz mirror carp.Ross caught the biggest in the lake at Elphicks Fisheries.The 36-year-old told Angler’s...
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Top tips to catch lots of carp and F1s
There a stacks of top tips here from top match angler Ben Fisk, using the pole to target carp and F1s up in the water.Ben Fisk gets the fish feeding really well here by using a number of clever tricks,...
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Last lump before coronavirus lockdown
PAUL VINER didn’t make the most of his syndicate ticket before lockdown - but this late catch was one he'll remember for a long time.Paul Viner admires his 53-pounder from The Avenue.Paul visited on...
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Last second whackers before top carp fishery closes
STEVE ‘APACHE’ CLIFF had just landed a brace of carp when he got the news the fishery he was on had to close, including this 35 lb 10 oz stunner.Steve Cliff was amongst big Elstow carp as it had to...
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Hair rig advice for better carp fishing results
HAIR RIG adjustment can lead to more consistent success with carp, as explained here by Colin Davidson, a regular columnist in Angler's Mail magazine.1 - I'm a big fan of long hairs. But switching hook...
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Awesome 80-pounder for locked-down Brit
BRIT abroad Mark Lambert made the most of his French fishery being closed to visiting UK anglers by landing this venue record 80 lb 2 oz mirror.Mark Lambert admires his 80 lb 2 oz carp - a venue record...
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How to pick the very best swim on a well-stocked fishery
FISH-PACKED day ticket lakes are easy, right? Well, not always - and fish are not evenly spread. We'll help you catch more with this quick guide.Islands are another obvious hotspot, and presenting...
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Floater fishing bait tips for carp in spring and summer
SURFACE FISHING will be at the front of mind for many carp fans now that a spell of fine weather is here...Floater fishing is not a dark art - give it go!Our floater fishing tips here take a hard look...
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Night fishing tips – your big summer guide to all the essentials
This Angler's Mail article, by Matt Sparkes (pictured), is full of advice to help you catch more carp and other fish after dark.Caught in the night This little scrapper came within the first hours of...
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Monster carp on first session back after lockdown
SEAN CORBETT couldn't have wished for a better first fishing day back when lockdown eased... he topped a five-fish catch with this 49 lb 2 oz mirror.Giant Grenville carp - Sean Corbett enjoyed a flying...
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Carp – essential scientific species guide for anglers
Angler's Mail fishery boffin, Dr Ian Welch turns his scientific spotlight on common carp, Cyprinus carpio.How things have changed for carp in the UK. Just a generation ago, this introduced species was...
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Spawning fish – angler’s guide to when and where they do it
ANGLER'S MAIL columnist Dr Ian Welch looks at spawning and whether anglers should target fish at specific times.Fish spawning - these carp are going for it!If any of you were fortunate enough to live...
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It’s ‘absolutely banging’ to be back fishing again
CARPER Bret Barlow summed up the feelings of anglers all over Britain as they enjoyed their days back by the water, fishing againDepsite being carp-focused Brett doesn’t mind catching occasional big...
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Top bait firm Baitcraft welcomes anglers to their ‘family’
A TOP baits firm is trying to get anglers who are struggling financially back on the bank.Baitcraft has been expanding its ‘family’ of anglers, mostly carp fans, but its range of products also score...
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NHS to benefit from Social Distancing Carp Cup
ANGLERS all over the country have been doing their bit to support the hard-working NHS staff during the Covid-19 crisis - and there's a special event for carp fans.Mike Salisbury created the Social...
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Huge pike on floating bread meant for carp!
SPENCER KING got an almighty surprise when this 31 lb pike snapped up his crust.The surprise snapper came on floating bread at Leggett Lakes on the Kingscote Estate in West Sussex. Spencer was seeking...
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How to catch the biggest carp in small waters
Angler’s Mail features editor Richard Howard gives you some pointers to hopefully catch the lake's heaviest fish!SO how do you target those big carp on small waters? We’re talking about better fish on...
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Meet Supergran – the veteran angler who loves bagging up
ANGLING-MAD Irene Peacock is our very own supergran - and she loves bagging up!Irene Peacock is angling's Supegran.Supergran Irene is 79-years-young and is fishing as often as possible, despite having...
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