Carp Fishing DISASTER! 😡

[@darwindavies6979]

Great watch as always a few members of my club lake have been using the shot on the hook wich from what I've seen is not proving more effective than with out wich is why I've not jumped on the hand wagon either but wait till that changes onto the next adventure tightlines look forward to the next video 👊 🎣

[@danielmorris3446]

It's a absolute nonsense..

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Same here, not seen much need for it but just fancied trying it on a few sessions and seeing if I could notice any improvement.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

You’re probably right 👍🏻

[@Groome22]

Only a year into my carp journey still learning alot on rig construction. Been using pre tied power bandits (local doesn't allow boilies) last session thought i was going to blank. Tried a shot on the hook and caught a pb of 9 1/4lbs (small i know) possibly a coincidence but might try it some more to see if does make a difference. Love the videos, keep them coming 👍🎣

[@danielmorris3446]

@Groome22 nice one bud. Don't worry about size, not the be all and end all. Congrats on the PB 👏👏

[@sirangryhellpig1590]

Great video! I’ve recently started fishing again after nearly 20 years and my next planned session is to a small lake stocked with carp, I’m planning to use solid bags.. I think I’ll try the shot on the hook method too.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Let me know how you get on 👍🏻

[@richiemarshall8393]

Great vlog again shaun , the shot on the hook,ive used it it does hook em deeper back , it is a old school thing , i used to put lead wire around the shank that worked, i still do it now had plenty on it, but i would say it does help , keep up the great stuff mate💯👌🎣

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m still not convinced it makes a major difference, it clearly changes the way the rig behaves but not sure if it improves it

[@richiemarshall8393]

I suppose to be honest like everything in fishing if you believe in it, you try it , sometimes yeah, sometimes no 😂

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@richiemarshall8393 very true

[@Dom1god]

Great video absolutely loved it like always shame weather was terrible most likely going to be like that in winter personal shot on the hook gives a stronger hook hold❤

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Normally I can still film okay In the wet and wind, but this was just one of those sessions! 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@Jackbotham89]

I've not used the shot on the hook but I believe in using whatever gives you the most confidence. Also I would 100% slide on my backside in that swim and most likely end up going for a dip 😂 Great content as always 👍🏻🎣

[@TheFishingBloggers]

The swims a nightmare! 🛝

[@michaelborrello4470]

I have a Bream😂😂😂😂😂😂very good video ,with a lot of Rain,but one mirror is better than nothing my friend,the endtakle looks good ,i tried to build this set up ,and hope i catch the same😉👍stay save and tight lines💪

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I genuinely thought I had another little carp 😂

[@DarrenBooth-ub8ln]

Grate to watch not tried the weight on the hook yet but definitely going to give it a try on my next carp fishing session

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Worth a go, let me know what you think!

[@tonyclarke7847]

Just wanted to say thank you for explaining why the use of the shot on the hook. Never herd anyone actually explain it that way, made a lot of sense 👍. Never used it but will definitely give it a go 👍

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Glad it was helpful. Most people just use things because someone tells them to, without actually looking at how it works. Most people that have made content on the rig have just copied someone else, I don’t think many people understand how a lot of rigs work to be honest. I’m not saying I’m correct, it’s just my understanding of how the rig functions.

[@ScottBonnage]

Always enjoy your vids. A shocking start but always worth a watch. Tight lines geeza.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Good to hear, thanks for watching me fluff it all up 😂

[@MrSambo1966]

I have to agree solid bags are a favourite of mine too, never used the bead on the hook. Could you show how you tie your bag rig?

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I literally use a three turn knot less knot and a bit of rig tube to trap the hair on the shank. Then a figure of eight loop to attach to the swivel at the lead. It’s about as basic as it gets….used it since 2001/2002 and it still does the job 👍🏻

[@CarpAndMore]

Great video to watch, yes it started badly but end up strong. I haven’t used this rig yet but I’ve ordered it and waiting to arrive in the next few days so definitely will give it a try on next session. Tight lines 🎉

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s worth trying it but don’t get carried away with different rigs, I only tried it for a experiment

[@CarpAndMore]

@ I’m going to stick to Ronnie mostly for this year, I saw that you use it 90% of your fishing with anything where i was but scare to use it with wafters and bottom bait so ye will give a Ronnie a good go this year

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@CarpAndMore it’s a failsafe rig 👊🏼👍🏻

[@SteveMartin1971]

In them conditions Shaun you deserve a medal for not only turning up but filming and sharing the venture, battling through in them conditions with more than your share of bad luck ( net and go pro muffler ) and still catching carp and snotty's in a mud bath . Top Marks fella. I made the mistake of trying the shot on the hook rig again ( did decades ago with no noticeable difference ) on a carp and cat lake . Carp were hooked great and a lil' further back but the Cats were hooked too far back for my liking and I shelved the rig . Carp only is a decent tweak but on a lake with Cats they're hooked way back . Great video pal. Steve M

[@TheFishingBloggers]

That’s an interesting point, I’m not sure how much difference it really makes but for someone that just sticks to similar rigs and tactics, it’s interesting to try it out.

[@fergusog37]

Never tried the shot on the hook rig, but food for thought. Great content as always. 👍🏻

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Thank you 🙏 Not sure if it makes a difference or not but its worth having a play

[@TerryDickinson-i2n]

Great video warts and all. I'm still not convinced about the shot on the hook but I'll wait and see. Look forward to your next outing.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Glad you liked it 👍🏻

[@mrwaybill9938]

Brilliant again I use a tungsten bead and attach with pole elastic to connect it to the hook I find the Carp are definitely hooked better Thanks for another great watch 😊

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Why the pole elastic?

[@markR6.76]

That’s wot we use to do with the method years ago ,

[@mrwaybill9938]

@TheFishingBloggers The tungsten bead is the slotted one used for tying flies in fly fishing I get a length of pole elastic make a loop ans put through bead and put on hook push it tight to hook and blob it with lighter I find when you hook a Carp it slides up the hook really well I hope my explanation is OK 😍

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@mrwaybill9938 yea I get what you mean, what weight is the bead?

[@mrwaybill9938]

@TheFishingBloggers 3.2 grams small but heavy

[@RiggedUpandReady]

I’ve always found the shot/putty on the hook gives you better hook holds, also makes the bag slightly easier to load being able to separate the hook and hook bait

[@outdoorswithtom]

I agree completely, however it only works when I can get a bite 😂

[@RiggedUpandReady]

@ exactly this! I don’t think they get you any more bites (I think that part is obvious) but when you get them they are much “nicer” hook holds

[@outdoorswithtom]

@@RiggedUpandReady think it embeds the hook deeper giving it a firmer grip so less likely to loose them from a hook pull. Obviously that just my take from any underwater films and personal tests...

[@jasonrenshaw9010]

I’m not a “real” carper but i do think half of the stuff coming out nowadays is to catch the fisherman / sell more. A lot of people go on about disguising hooks etc but then have swivels / rings / shot right near the hook that stand out, which seems far to complicated to me. Tight lines

[@outdoorswithtom]

@@jasonrenshaw9010 I agree with that aswell, that's the reason I have never touched goo or anything like that. Personally tried the fancy rigs and saw no difference compared with a regular hair rig. Tight lines 🎣

[@kevinhall7347]

Great vlog Shaun. Never used shot on the hook but i do use solid bags in winter. Well done to you for persevering the crappy weather

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Thanks Kevin 👊🏼👍🏻

[@DinoFeltimo]

Great video once again and you’re spot on about the shot on the hook. Quicker, deeper hook holds for definite. Keep up the good work.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Thank you 🙏 I’m still not sure about the SOTH, but it’s interesting to try

[@DinoFeltimo]

@ I tried it in a tank of water and when I wafter the water about the hook stayed pointing down, without the SOTH the hook kind of wafted about. The physics is there. Let’s see how many more fish it puts on the bank.

[@Gav-k3e]

I used the shot on the hook NYE on Pettits lake at Norton Disney, had 2 fish a 34lb 7oz called posh and a 40lb 4oz PB common called the Orca , the takes were savage and hook hold mega ,definitely something in it

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I can see why it would work, but still not convinced it makes a massive difference…

[@warrenlewis2069]

It may have been a disaster but it was very entertaining, I've just started using the shot on the hook, just on one rod to see how it goes, good on you for getting out there and giving it a go 👍

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Good to hear it was worth the watch 👍🏻

[@stephenflutter9634]

Great watch as always, we have all had situations like that left a peace of kit at home. Have not tried shot on the hook in the form you talk about. I used putty on the hook, fished on a turbo German rig. Fished a normal turbo German next to it Hook holds on the one with putty were absolutely banging Convection just seem so much better having putty on the hook

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m not sure if it makes a difference but the hook holds have been further back, it’s all just guess work really. It’s interesting to try something new now and then

[@akwamarsunzal]

Not found the need to use a weight on the hook. I have used solid bags but, my preference for quick bites is pva mesh. I find the mesh gives more flexibility with presenting 2 or 3 boilies with a bit of pellet and bit of groundbait. Just enough for a mouthful. Seems to work well for me on a day session.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s all about confidence, if it works then don’t fix it as they say 👍🏻

[@akwamarsunzal]

@@TheFishingBloggers Certainly is! Its like I NEVER catch on double sweetcorn! Like, never! A single sweetcorn on a hair, no problem, double? Forget it! lol

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@akwamarsunzal very picky fish 😂

[@akwamarsunzal]

@@TheFishingBloggers 🤣🤣🤣

[@paulhigham6047]

This time of year is ridiculously hard on some waters, Good foing for a few bites 👍🎣....Now then, the "shot on the hook",, where can i start ?, it has the main advantage of presenting the hook point aggressively downwards, leading to faster hookups and better hook holds, particularly when fishing on pressured waters where carp are wary of bait...however, i think the major downside is that it can snag easily on uneven lakebeds due to the hook position, limiting its effectiveness in certain situations.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Others have raised this point, it’s clearly a problem 🧐

[@RiggedUpandReady]

Great video again mate. Decent bream at the end there!😂

[@BIGGGESTAL]

Bream😢😮

[@TheFishingBloggers]

⬆️ Bream king 👑

[@TheFishingBloggers]

You ❤️ them!

[@Andysaurus73]

I’ll add the shot to one of my rigs that I’ve used for donkeys and see how it works cheers, also all the effort you put into fishing about time you put into ya coffee and make a decent one, good luck I’ll be watching lol

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Decent coffee? I had Lor Ultimo 13 Expresso in my flask! Mega coffee under 19.00 bar ☕️ doesn’t get more proper than that 😂

[@matthewcadle7200]

Don't get brain washed by the media. Great video mate....

[@TheFishingBloggers]

😂😂

[@DaveSandell-w6r]

Can’t see the point of all these fangdangle rigs still using the basic hair rig and still catch plenty it’s water craft not rigs

[@TheFishingBloggers]

And I agree, 100% location. It’s still interesting to try something different now and then….

[@K20rotrex]

A good way to test how well the shot on the hook works maybe to try on a long hook length when it takes longer to hit the lead and see how well the fish are hook. Could do a comparison video.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

That’s an interesting idea 👍🏻

[@julesbobbob8783]

Great video as always never used it but if you could show how you tie the rig would been a great little video and give me reason to go and spend some money in the tackle shop and can use you as the excuse to the Mrs keep up the good work mate

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I don’t do tutorial videos as I don’t feel I should be telling people how to tie rigs, it’s a personal preference. I don’t mind showing different ideas in videos, but I don’t intend to show you how to tie a rig as who knows if my way is the right way or not 😂

[@julesbobbob8783]

@TheFishingBloggers that's fair enough but like the knowledge you show keep up the great videos

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@julesbobbob8783 plenty of tutorials around - fishwithcarls fishing tutorial channel is great

[@julesbobbob8783]

@TheFishingBloggers OK thanks will check it out

[@outdoorswithtom]

Cracking video onve again! I think the shot on the hook is something worthwile using unlike some of the other stuff that korda sell....

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Maybe, still not convinced but it’s interesting to try it 👍🏻

[@Chrispi63]

Great vlog as usual. Like you I tried the shot on the hook the first time round. Found it hooks well but the downside I found back then and I'm sure it would apply now is it picks up weed and detritus from the lake bed more than a naked hook

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I can see that being a problem, I guess in a solid bag it’s protected against this to a certain extent

[@Chrispi63]

Initially it would be OK but as soon as feeding or nuisance fish are on the spot I feel it's at risk.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@Chrispi63 very good point 👍🏻

[@colnevalleycarping]

Good video thought provoking comments regarding shot on the hook rig in a solid bag 👍🏻

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Not just me babbling then 😂

[@martinstaff5638]

Never tried shot on the hook but will try it

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s worth having a play to see if it makes a difference 👍🏻

[@lairdofglencoe3304]

I hadn't thought of using it in a solid bag. I've used it on a normal rig a couple of times but didn't really make a difference to me. I am pretty rubbish though so can't blame the rig!

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s early days for me so still not sure either way

[@leeweston8651]

Loved this video, the start reminded me of my bad start to a session I once had, once turned up to a lake (3hrs from where I lived) with no alarms or ntackle but lucky enough there was a tackle shop on site £££££ spent but not ideal. I do like the shot on the hook idea but yet to try it

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’ve not forgot my net for years! I’m normally over organised when it comes to fishing and filming!

[@adderth1]

great vid as always i have used the shot on the rig and didnt find much difference tbh but as you say a solid bag is a super efficient way to fish.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m still not convinced it makes a big difference, but need to try it more and keep testing

[@colinwheeler9999]

Not tried it myself. Might give it a go when conditions pickup, spend more time pike fishing at the moment.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s so mild right now! I try and pick the species to the conditions nowadays

[@darrenking3622]

i tried the shot on the hook rig using d rigs and yes it nails them first time , so its something to try especially on lakes where the carp have seen every rig

[@TheFishingBloggers]

That’s interesting 🧐👊🏼👍🏻

[@anthonysadler2572]

I've had good results on using a AAA as the shot on the hook seems to drop down quick

[@LeeDixon-zi6lx]

Great videos mate it's like being on the bank myself from my living room .

[@TheFishingBloggers]

😂😂 you can carry the gear next time

[@LeeDixon-zi6lx]

@@TheFishingBloggers muddy times bring back the summer lol

[@LeeDixon-zi6lx]

I've also found a bait screw just as effective as the shot on the hook rig tiger nuts are a great bait aswel seems to work when other baits don't .

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@LeeDixon-zi6lx most lakes ban tigers 😢

[@LeeDixon-zi6lx]

@TheFishingBloggers I've heard that not sure why ? A game changer bait most of the big carp lakes in France feed particle baits and the fish grow huge.

[@karlwatkins2331]

Always do my best to watch the swim area wasn't good why can't they put some steps down there would save mushing up the area some decent bream there shaun any fish this time of year is a bonus 🎣 mate see you next week

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s a club managed lake but also available on day ticket. They don’t have enough funds to build any swims/steps. It’s been like it for the 30 years Ive fished it!

[@karlwatkins2331]

@TheFishingBloggers 👊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@DissidentMan]

New subscriber here really enjoying the content man. 🙏🏻

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Thanks for subscribing 🙏 glad to hear you enjoy the videos

[@jamesscott9922]

Brilliantly funny to watch but not when happens to yourself obviously. Keep it up I love it! What landing net you got? Please tell me it’s not a stupid amount of dollar. I can’t believe the cost of somethings these days. Alarms are ridiculous some Bivvys even worse and none of these things have any relationship with actually landing a fish. But your net looks nice, so please tell Cheers

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I was using the Prologic Fulcrum c3 landing net…it’s about £80 in the shops I believe

[@jamesscott9922]

@ perfect,thank you much appreciated 👍🏻

[@carlread428]

I have yet to try the solid bags and the set up you're running but I am definately going to get my hands on some of that amino smoke, that seems to work a treat this time of year! I would very much be interested in seeing, as you said, the potential of the rig in terms of where it hooks them and catch rates etc. Cracking on in the face of adversity is the sign of a true Angler at his best. Keep up the good work.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Good angler or just overly keen 😂

[@slysi84]

Cracking video. Pulled the missing net trick myself a couple of times!! As for the rig I've honestly never tried it. Love solid bag fishing but will maybe try it on one of the rods and see how it goes. What do you call a fisherwoman who doesn't forget her landing net? Annette. Sorry.....my kids hate my Dad jokes and now anyone who reads this can aswell!!

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m telling my son that joke in the morning 😂

[@slysi84]

​@@TheFishingBloggers lol. Prepare to be groaned at then!!!

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@slysi84 😂😂😂

[@albiewilliams6830]

I was only looking at some shot on the hook holders earlier I am contemplating giving it ago. Nice one for getting out in horrid conditions

[@TheFishingBloggers]

It’s an interesting concept, not sure if it actually improves rigs but it’s worth trying

[@martinpearson9607]

Ive never used it before but think i will try it out good video

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Worth a go just for a bit of fun 👍🏻

[@tombentley3422]

Yes we've all had those sessions. As for the shot on the hook still not convinced.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m not fully convinced either 😂

[@josephdavey3858]

Sme days just really test you lol but at least it all paid of indicator the end what model is your landing net is it a metal spreader block I've been looking at the prologic but wasn't sure if it was metal or plastic keep up the good work 👏

[@josephdavey3858]

Indicator 😂. in the end. that should of been predictive text 😅

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I was using the Prologic Fulcrum C3 - it’s a metal spreader block 👍🏻

[@TheFishingBloggers]

😂😂

[@bazmay67]

hi shaun what rucksack you using there pal ?

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Miltec Assualt Black Edition - best rucksack I’ve ever used. I own three of the 36L size and have my kit set up in each for different species carp/pike/general coarse. Just grab and go! I’ve got a 20L for roving the river too 👌🏼

[@bazmay67]

@ cheers 👍

[@JamesBarrow-n5o]

Great to see out on the bank again as for the shot on the hook I think you do get a better an deeper hook hold

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Be lucky 👍🏻

[@jameswelch8275]

I have used shots on my hook and shots on my line exactly the same n tbf I really do think it helps you know just thinking about the concept it does make sense, my only negative would be done it make the rig look shitty lol my boys ripped me when I first tryed this a few years back now there dam right doing it themselves 🤣🤣 keep up the grind bro I know I know it’s nasty out there this time of year getting content but your smashing it 👊🎣

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’m not sure how much difference it makes, but it’s good to try it and test it out.

[@jameswelch8275]

@ nah it’s right makes the session more interesting anyway switching things up every now n then but if anything I 100% always use the shot on the line by the hook even without one on the hook itself

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@jameswelch8275 yea I’ve used the shot on the hooklength many times and do think that helps turn the point down into a hooking position

[@jameswelch8275]

@ I agree I really do think it does I’ve colored them in before aswell bright yellow as an extra to catch there eye 🤣🤣

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@jameswelch8275 there was a time when fluoro leads was a thing!

[@richardikin]

That's why my net and handle is inside my rod holdall.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’ve got a net attached to each of my rod setups. I left it at home as I hung the net up to dry after my last session and forgot to put it back on the hold-all 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

Less talkin, MORE fishin !!....🙄😂

[@TheFishingBloggers]

😂😂😂 was a lot of babbling in this one 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@peterfitzpatrick7032]

@TheFishingBloggers ...😂👍☘️🍻

[@FluffyWubkins]

Are your freebies going world wide 😂😂

[@TheFishingBloggers]

If you win 🏆

[@estelladavid385]

Jamais esceyer rajouter un plong a hameçons mai cette année je mi mai

[@sparky1000volts1]

Bad start of your blog not nice when you forget things. Never tryed a shoot on the hook but it,s food for thought keep up the good work looking forward to your next vlog.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Thank you 🙏 be lucky

[@tonyleeds9634]

One of those days, these things are sent to try us, good vid as always, I’ve never tried the shot on the hook, you explained it well, have to give it a go.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Glad it made sense, felt like I was just babbling on 😂

[@mrjoker2749]

Is the Bug amino your favorite one?Did you catch bigger fish with that lead shot on your hook?I personally dont think it makes any different however i will try it next time thanks for another good video👍

[@TheFishingBloggers]

I’ve not caught a ‘big’ fish for about six months, been just going out and getting bites on limited time. The Bug has been my go to, but I use the S7 just as much

[@mrjoker2749]

@TheFishingBloggers Yes i see i really missing a proper 1-2 day long fishing trip show from you are you still on the syndicate ticket?Both Bug and S7 excelent i also use stuff from the Tor baits check it out later and tight lines😉

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@mrjoker2749 we’ve been sponsored by DNA for 5/6 years now so no need to look at other bait. Yes we have a couple of syndicate tickets, just not had the time to go to them. Been doing lots other fishing too, been on the rivers after the chub and grayling recently. We will get back to some longer sessions soon, just lots of commitments keeping us close to home recently

[@mrjoker2749]

@@TheFishingBloggers Nice and dont forget the Zander this time of the year very active.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

@@mrjoker2749 yea need to have another go for them but there’s too many choices and not enough days 😂

[@Rossdale-q6c]

No1 goes to that lake because of the mud and walk to lake

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Exactly, nice and quiet for me 😊

[@barryallen6905]

I've not yet tried the shot on the hook but will definitely try it, great video as always, we all have the odd disaster sessions at .East you caught.

[@TheFishingBloggers]

Yep it wasn’t a blank, that’s something 😂