Fishing The Shotgun Pellet Feeder For Carp & Skimmers

[@mrbtboydify]

FTWE I've seen these for a long time now in all my tackle shops, but ignored them and always bought usual flat bed. Now I've watched this I'm deffo getting some. Didn't realise how easy they were to load and amazed how it pushes pellets out. Ps love all your vids and how you answer all questions. Top vids lads all the best

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi Barry Boyd no worries at all. Glad you enjoy the video's and thank you for the kind comments. Good luck with your fishing and of course... tight lines! ;-)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi James, we would use a match rod for float fishing and then a quivertip/feeder rod when we are feeder fishing. You really need to separate rods for both situations. Thanks for the comment! :-) Tight Lines FTWE

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hello, normally when using a a 6mm pellet we would use either a size 16 or 18 hook, depending on what we are fishing for. A smaller hook often offers better presentation and can also make for a better hook hold.

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hello mate, the rod we are using is a Shimano Nexave 9ft Winkle Picker, I think it may be discontinued now, but there are loads of other good one's on the market! The reel is also Shimano and thats a Shimano Stradic, which I believe are still available! :-) Hope it helps. Cheers

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi Russ, sorry for late reply! The bead we were using (i've asked Steve) is the Preston Method bead, this is slightly smaller and will push into the bottom of the feeder. If not I think Drennan make a similar model. If all else fails pop in to your local tackle shop and have a word with them, they should be able to tell you :-)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hello! Have never really tried the Marukyu baits, have seen a bit about it! I'll have to check them out next time I'm in the tackle shop!

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi Russ, we use the Korum Quick Change beads, they allow you to change your hook length in an instant! We use our local tackle shop Angling Direct, they also have a website and you should be able to find them on there. Hope this helps, if you need anymore information then let me know :-)

[@kayak1969p]

love these videos fella..i personally have used shotgun feeders since they arrived bro (pre-tested them) i swear by them 2mm pellets (soaked) and a little bit of fake maize on hair rig tucked in is always a killer combo

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Nice one +kayak1969p glad you are enjoying the videos and thanks for that kind comments! :-)

[@kayak1969p]

anytime buddy.. always been a passion of mine and ill continue watching and learning my friend :P

[@simonlakin5067]

Watching this for the first time in 2018. The Yankees cap looks brand new. ;-)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Haha! :-D It's taken a bit of a battering since then Simon! :-D

[@Scotty_K]

Before I tried them, I thought pshh catches the angler not the fish but they're absolutely brilliant!

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi Rebecca, we use a Preston Competition landing net handle. Hope that helps! :-)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hello, first of all thanks for the comment! Thats one of the dangers of fishing clipped up, there's only two solutions really... One is to try and quickly unclip it, the second is to not fish clipped up in the first place. If there's lots of hard fighting big fish in the water its probably not a good idea! Glad you liked the vids and once again thanks for the comment! :-)

[@adamn9660]

I wonder if you could use the korda goo with this?

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi Tristan, yeah we are from England, from Norfolk actually! :-)

[@rmwil9]

is that the same one your using in the video..cos the one in the video fits over the bottom of the feeder...thats the type iv'e been looking for thanks...

[@Mrjbaines3]

I have always wondered what would you do if a big fish takes the bait when your clipped up ? Great vids btw keep it up :D

[@rmwil9]

hi,,,what quick change connector are you using on the feeder...and any suggestions where i can get some from...great vids by the way...thanks..

[@Scotty_K]

try 3mm nori marukyu pellet with a sprinkling of krill, and then sweetcorn, any pellet, krilled meat or maggot on the hook you'll clear the lake aha!

[@baldrickscunningplan6154]

Most of the Pellets fling out when you hit the line clip. Feeder settles in a different place to the feed that spills out.

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

It definitely doesn't always land in a nice neat pile! Haha!

[@bucksfan3880]

Great video 🎣 video

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it! :-)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

HI buddy, they can be purchased online, if you google Middy Shotgun Feeder you should be able to find them! :-) Hope this helps.

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hmmm I think it is Russ, I will check with Steve though to see! I will get back to you soon! :-)

[@kayak1969p]

just a quick question buddy what make of pellets did use ( noticed a lovely set of oily explosions ) :)

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi +kayak1969p I think they were Sonu Baits feed pellets, I can't remember exactly though, this seems such a long time ago now! Hope that helps. :-)

[@kayak1969p]

many thanks buddy

[@JamesS801]

do you use a feeder rod or match rod for your fishing?

[@DAVE.S78]

Going to get a couple of these feeder they look great but would it work if you fill it with meat or corn

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Hi david scoynes I'm not too sure to be honest, I guess if you pushed them in hard enough it would do. I've never tried I'm afraid.

[@DAVE.S78]

thanks for the reply mate just went out and bought a couple of shotgun feeders so will be trying them on friday tight lines

[@carolmitchell4281]

how long do these feeders last before the spring seizers or rust up ??

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

I'm not too sure Carol, I'm guessing a while, as they're very well made.

[@dfg297lpopdirk]

can you put the pellets in to soak the night before ?

[@rogergamblin2244]

Great vids bud ! where can i get the f1 flavour from ?

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Thanks Roger! :-) You can buy it from almost any tackle shop. It's made by a company called Sonu. Hope that helps.

[@Scotty_K]

What size hook with the 6mm mate? sorry may have missed it in the vid:/

[@jackilien]

Would this preparation of pellets work for every type

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

I think so +jack thompson some might take more soaking than others though.

[@Henrybailey1]

can u use groundbait aswell as pellets

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Haha yeah your spot on James, bad days make the good days even better! Also thats why its called fishing and not catching! :-)) haha! Cheers for the comment buddy.

[@beccaives9157]

what landing net pole do you use?

[@nickg48]

Would the shotgun work well with a method mix ground bait?

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

I'm I guess so nick geary I wouldn't make the mix too 'stiff' though.

[@sambrumpton3773]

Nice vid but why do u always use different feeders why not just a method feeder?

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Depends on the venue etc A method feeders not great in deep water. Plus sometimes we'll take a certain feeder out just to give it a try and to see what its like.

[@jamesarcher8643]

Can it be free running on the line thanks

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Yes I believe so James - there's different models available :-)

[@ibcatchin1]

I've never seen the shiygun feeder before where can I purchase one from I'm in los angeles ...California Ghetto Carpin'n Club

[@FromTheWatersEdgeTV]

Sometimes we use both Dead Maggots, but most times they are alive! :-)

[@Henrybailey1]

are the maggots dead

[@dfg297lpopdirk]

you clip up just before you reel in, recast. unclip, then repeat.