How To Reel In A Big Fish - Easy ways to land more carp

Reeling in a big fish can be exciting as well as nerve-wracking! This video will help you land more carp!
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[@fishingtutorials]

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[@candykizz3z68]

Just started to learn how to fish with my kids 😅 teaching myself , as I try to teach them too. Didn’t catch anything our first time . Gotta learn as much as I can 🙋🏻‍♀️!!

[@Senno_101]

Try using method feeders mate if your only just learning. And small well stocked lakes to begin with. Hope you catch a few with the kids 🤞🏻👍🏻

[@goodtimes2hellyeah169]

As said above, it’s hard to go wrong with a method feeder.

[@wink1eafc774]

I agree, a method feeder with a quiver tip rod is a very easy set up, no need to plum the depth of the lake if you were float fishing, very easy rigs to set up and can be set up within 10 mins and you're fishing

[@CBDREVIEWUK]

Try float fishing with maggots good to start off don't go for carp with kids unless you're fishing a well stocked lake

[@laurencedavies6680]

Start with small rudd and roach on a wagler float. Remember dont set the hook to hard

[@hydrapulse6937]

Caught my personal best carp yesterday, as a relatively amateur angler it's really nice to confirm I landed it using correct methods shown in this video :)

[@Emielio1]

Congrats! That's awesome :)

[@fishingtutorials]

Well done!! Amazing to hear that :)

[@tobytaylor2154]

I'm an experienced angler and I still enjoy these vids. My advice is go with people you know who fish and enjoy

[@sturoe7361]

After a few years break from fishing I really struggled playing larger fish, wish this video had been around then. Great advice.

[@TrailBlazingTalesTV]

Again another really helpful tutorial! Always loved you and your brothers fishing videos, it was you and him that made me take the leap into the world of carp fishing! In a world that seems dominated by older anglers, it was always nice to see you two breaking the norm while at the same time really helping everyone else with your teachings 🙏 thank you both 💙

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks so much Sean. That's kind, and mean a lot to hear. Glad you enjoyed them, and felt able to go for it :)

[@beany118118]

Are you still fishing mate?

[@TrailBlazingTalesTV]

@beany118118 every now and again I don't get as much chance to go now cause I have a full time job :( haha

[@beany118118]

@@TrailBlazingTalesTV good to know , same here I work 50-60 hours a week but get 5 days off every three weeks which is ideal for fishing weekends :)

[@bobbyswann3753]

Invauluable advice for someone like me still learning carp fishing. Yet again, brilliant film

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad to hear that Bobby, thank you! :)

[@stephenstockhill7399]

My second year fishing, I'm going night fishing for carp this Friday and thanks to your videos I feel more clued up now, thank you and happy fishing 🎣

[@eastsussexcarping5349]

As soon as I saw this best known I clicked straight away can’t wait Carl 👍🏼

[@samneill4556]

I usually do pike fishing etc never looked into carp fishing until now and it takes a lot for me to be able to sit and watch full videos on people talking about tips and stuff like that because they usually just babble on but you my friend explain perfectly and tell me everything I want to know down to a T! Can’t wait to get my set up and get fishing hopefully catch myself a carp thanks keep it up

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you so much! Good luck with your fishing :)

[@stephmckenzie7863]

Hi Carl, i am really enjoying watching your videos and tutorials, keep up the great work. Thanks for taking the time to help other anglers.

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you like them! Thank you Steph!!

[@britishmilitary4life1]

Super excited for this video! I've been struggling with the bigger fish in my local lake because there are just so strong! Thanks so much this is going to really help me!

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad to hear, thanks Riley!!

[@SuperBulldog03]

Another well filmed, informative and helpful video. Thank you. Really enjoyed that and found it very useful.

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers! Glad you found it helpful :) You're welcome

[@TheIceman1980]

Thanks Carl, this video really helps me understand the drag and playing bit a lot better. Thanks for the video! Great work

[@fishingtutorials]

Awesome! Glad to hear it Chris! :)

[@garystevens3184]

Another fantastic video! Well done Carl and friends!

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks Gary!

[@niche.quiche]

Ive been getting done on a regular basis by the the carp heading right into the lilies around the swim at my club lake Watched this yesterday and successfully got one out today priceless info mate! Nice one!

[@fishingtutorials]

Ah mate, so happy to hear this :) Thank you

[@runerune-_-9727]

Carl, this video is truly amazing. When I started fishing i had a shitload of hookpulls. And found out that it was my rod, not bend with enough pressure at all time. This video Will help a lot of new anglers, good job 💪💪💪💪

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you mate :) Yes exactly!

[@franciscahazlet4021]

Great video. These were good tips, techniques and suggestions for people to try and follow. Well done. Thanks

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad it was helpful! Cheers Francisca! :)

[@lewinsmith8939]

As I'm new to carp fishing these tips are really helpful. Thank you

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome, glad to hear that Lewin!

[@MarcelVDSpuy]

Carl - "no fish is worth risking your life for" *Jeremy wade enters the swim*

[@fishingtutorials]

😂😂

[@justinphillips2839]

Brilliant video Carl 🎣🎣 keep up the good work

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you Justin!

[@paulholliday4630]

Yet another good video 😊

[@jamesedwards6082]

After losing quite a few fish today, this has been extremely useful thanks 🤟🏻👍🏻

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad it helped James! :)

[@haralds4145]

The first time i found a solid carp drill tutorial. Not some bs about what shi* to buy. Thanks a lot 😌

[@jamesatkinsfishing]

well done Carl some very good information there for beginners, and tips for freeing snagged carp Thank you

[@fishingtutorials]

Ah cheers James, you're welcome!

[@ScottishPikers]

Great video some amazing tips. Really have to get out for some carp 1 day soon. Stunning fish 👌

[@rudebwoy6570]

Brilliant vid mate thanks 👍

[@fishingtutorials]

No problem :) Thank you!

[@dylanwyles4530]

Thank you so much for these tips! I landed my first carp yesterday, only a few pounds but still happy.

[@fishingtutorials]

Nice work! Well done Dylan! :)

[@noahbaron4471]

Would love a indepth video on the rods and reels you use for carp fishing 🎣. I just recently ordered a diawa black widow reel and a 10ft diawa black widow rod. I'm hoping I bought the right combo. Also as a USA carp Fisherman with no access to tackle shops here with carp tackle. A good website recommendation to buy gear would be awesome! Great content guys! I am from Connecticut and carp fishing here has grown in popularity, we even have trophy carp waters here designated by the state. The state record being 43 pounds!

[@olliehall3002]

thanks Carl ive only just started fishing my great grandad used to do it and when he passed away my great nan gave me his rods and ive caught perch and thats it but ive got all the kit for carp so im going to learn to try and catch carp cause im going a fishery after chrismas so thanks Carl for the tips and by the way if u could for a video around my area is doxy marshes a good place and it has a big lake to fish in holdes good carp and pike so if u would go fishing just giving you a idea anyway thanks alot :)

[@Orlex]

Another great video,with useful tip about resting a rod and waiting for fish to come out it self.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks mate :) Glad you found it helpful

[@Artbooksandboro]

I grew up fishing very regularly, and went on fishing holidays every year until my late teens. I only recently joined an angling association and started fishing regularly again after about 20 years of only fishing on the odd occasion. Watching this video I just realised that most of the things you are advising I actually do without even thinking about it. The only thing which is taking some getting used to is modern methods and tackle. I was nervous about landing my 1st carp since coming back fishing, but once it got on the hook it just felt like the last 20 years had disappeared and I was a young lad fishing again and it cane back so naturally to me, which was a pleasant surprise.

[@fishingtutorials]

Mad isn't it how that happens :) Think it does always stay with us, even after a long break.

[@phil3038]

Its nice to hear someone who can relate to anglers from all levels, I'm not sure if this is a good tip, but I tend to have the drag set tight enough to give decent pressure to the fish constantly, but leave a bit in the tank, that way I can use a finger or my hand to hold the spool if I need to apply more pressure to the fish to prevent it reaching a snag or to tire it out a but quicker.

[@rubenleenders5800]

I have just caught my first 45 pounder!!! Your video's have really helped with cathing it. Massive thanks!!!

[@fishingtutorials]

Well done Ruben!! That's mega!

[@lovim_ribu_fishingworld]

Thanks for the good advice! I'll take a note! Come visit!

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome!! :)

[@dan0918]

Thanks Carl really informative video, this knowledge will help me on my local lake

[@fishingtutorials]

Thanks Dan, glad to hear :) All the best with it!

[@blackfated2398]

Thank you so much for this video it helped me!

[@fishingtutorials]

You're so welcome! Glad to helped!

[@jpalo1392]

Carl what a fantastic video, some great tips along with flawless presentation. Just come over from watching your brother loose his bees from his video! 😂 keep up the great work

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you!

[@eyygurke6081]

Thus the reel works just like it should. I've had it and used it for some time now. It's my go to reel.

[@BasicFishingNZ]

learning how to juggle ur way to reel in a big fish definitely takes practice although in some situations it can be difficult to match a good balance like snaggy areas

[@LaughingThrouhHistory]

Absolutely excellent videos simple tips that both new and seasoned anglers can appreciate and learn from Also I love playing fish on the back wind I find there is so much more control but you'll definitely end up with a huge tangle as a beginner when you cast out and again and forget to click the back wind off again 🤣 definitely learned that lesson the hard way

[@michaelmurphy7198]

Cheers mate new to fishing never went when I was a kid getting my twin boys in to it you’ve been a great help

[@fishingtutorials]

Ah I'm so glad :) You're welcome! 👍

[@michaelbrace3834]

Great video thanks for the help with my fishing thanks

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad it helped Michael :)

[@cliffdixon6422]

Great video again Carl, really helpful. I must admit I prefer the backwind method (Taught to me by a wily old angler on the Kennett in my younger days when I was losing too many Barbel) but as you said in the video, personal preference. Will be sending this over to my brother who got back in to angling last year and has lost Carp on a couple of occasions through over exuberance

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad to hear it was helpful, thank you Cliff! Haha of course, yes we all have our preferences :) Hope it helps your Brother. All the best.

[@TheBigRab]

My dad has caught several carp to 20lb on 4lb line, size 12 hook and on a light float rod... its the angler more than the tackle 90% of the time Personally I use slightly heavier line, but it is just preference

[@SteezeMcQueen]

great advice carl wish i had this advice 35 years ago

[@akbarakherian9270]

سلام و تشکر ویژه بابت توضیحات صادقانه شما

[@fishingtutorials]

خواهش میکنم :)

[@edwardmilne8731]

What another amazing video hope to see some more 👍🎣

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers Edward :) More to come for sure!

[@edwardmilne8731]

@@fishingtutorials 👍

[@rickjames5641]

Caught my first carp (USA) last week thanks to you and your tips! Largest of the day was 27" and smallest was 24". You're a beast and keep up the great content!

[@SteezeMcQueen]

you should watch the usa videos he did with his brother there are some monsters over there

[@fishingtutorials]

Amazing!! Well done mate :) so happy for you

[@fishingtutorials]

Yeah a big USA film coming later this year... most unreal carp fishing I've ever done.

[@DamienBaka]

Glad to see that people are not all just going for bass over there. ;)

[@fishingtutorials]

Alex would, but me less!

[@hunter111uk]

A clear and concise Summary to guide Beginners, Well Done! Some explanation of Bait Preparation and Carp Fishing Weather would not go amiss either, just as long as the delightful Omi is involved to add a touch of Glamour!😉 I've come over to the Dark Side to watch your Video, I'm actually a Roach Angler so to me a Size 18 Hook is Large!🤣

[@fishingtutorials]

Haha :) Much appreciated!

[@connorjones-mills523]

So helpful

[@fishingtutorials]

So glad Connor :)

[@43enfield]

Hi Carl, I don’t do a lot of big carp fishing so normally use a feeder rod and have landed fish to 18lb using this technique. However when I do use carp rods and reels and bite alarms I like to use bait runners and currently have Diawa Emblems BR 25s . What’s your take on bait runners? Informative video by the way👍

[@lidiqueen2733]

Thank you so much for this video,but i don’t have a good enough reel for carp so waiting to buy one and have some fun😀

[@petersky257]

Superb. Thank you. :-)

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome! Cheers Peter

[@WudzYT]

This will help, I’m a beginner and every time i hook a big one my mind goes blank lol

[@fishingtutorials]

All the best with it!

[@Dan-ps6qb]

'Dont go charging out into a lake' - carl I enjoyed the video when u went swimming after one in quest for a 40 aha

[@fishingtutorials]

Hahaha. Glad you can take pleasure in that mad moment!

[@pauljohnsontwonoviceangler6170]

We enjoyed the video. Thanks. We tend to fish for carp with the fly rod. Great sport Have you any tips please?

[@Muskoka62]

Just getting back into fishing after 10 years off, good advice.

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you and glad to hear! All the best with it

[@mattyroberts8230]

Good video. Funny really as I lost a handful of catches last wkend. I was thinking I need to buy new sharp hooks. Good video pal 👍

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you mate!

[@PrinceWeasley]

I guess my question to you is what strength line is best to put on your spool? Carp fishing in a lake that has various high end 20lbs and a number of 30lb + , what strength line would you use? Is it right to get a 40lb Line so then you know you can catch or is something like 10lb line ok?

[@truckinghell1655]

How do u set up the rod and line lay when u fish on the raised rod tips carl . I always fish down but not sure it's right any feedback would be grateful . Another cracking video as ever mate

[@jamesmarwein8287]

Love your videos... Where can we get drag line like yours?

[@PoulosChristodoulou]

Just learning.....I enjoyed the video....can I ask why rods are pointing up in rests and not level like I see at lake.

[@grahamhill2267]

Hi Carl, what a great video! One of my pet hates in fishing is seeing people who appear to have no idea of how to play fish. One example being Bob Mortimer on Mortimer and Whitehouse: Gone Fishing. Bob often hooks into a fish of whatever size, and all he does is wind in and appears to take no notice of what the fish is doing. I know it’s a tv programme and he might just be doing it for effect, he’s supposed to be a fairly experienced angler, but it really winds me up OCD style lol. But I have seen people out and about with little fishing experience doing the same, personally I find it very difficult to explain to someone how to do it, but your video is spot on for anyone who doesn’t know how to do it! 👍🏻

[@mulletmanpete]

See also: Robson Green. Or any American.

[@grahamhill2267]

@@mulletmanpete from what I’ve seen with a lot of Americans, not all, is they always fish too heavily tackle-wise! Not very sporting!

[@leem25]

Is he an experienced angler though? Paul is and always trys to help him and teach no winding. I cant imagine Bob does it just for the cameras...

[@grahamhill2267]

@@leem25 I don’t know if he is, he certainly doesn’t act like one! But it was mentioned that he WAS a fisherman, I find it hard to believe!

[@fishingtutorials]

Thank you Graham. So pleased you enjoyed it :) Haha yes I know what you mean! I think Bob is supposed to know nothing and Paul is trying to help him. Hence that automatic reeling! I help my partner with that as new anglers can have that reflex until they learn not to, and learn to watch the fish, which does take a bit of practice. But that's fishing isn't it! Lots of practice, and getting that feel for it, which yes, can be really hard to explain.

[@ImpraUKrzycha]

Where are you from mate? Water in the background looks so awesome and clean.

[@dylanpickles7174]

what rigs and baits should i use when there are weeds and lilly pads right infront of my peg

[@OsvaldoBlue]

Nice one Carl 👌

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers Ollie!

[@OsvaldoBlue]

Have watched the channels for a few years now and both you and Alex always create great content for all anglers and I'm sure a lot of us viewers have improved our angling because of you guys, I know I have. Keep up the good work and don't stop doing what we all love. Tight lines bud.

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers Ollie! So happy the channel has helped you, and pleased you enjoy the films : ) You too!

[@MR-Wodahs-NL]

5:00 with drag.. i like to put it on tight but ones i get a bite.. i will open it a lot and just put my finger on the spool and create my own ''drag''. i like te control that it gives me. its direct and you can really feel the tip of the rod and the line that its taking. its right under your finger.

[@shelf9876]

I learned this about barb less hook's the other day on the river Thames when I was playing a monster fish. I let the tension off for split second and lost it. I will be using barbed hooks from now on. 🙏🙏

[@southgsx]

Great as usual top tips. Great timing personal safety etc after u jumped in the lake chasing a fish last week.lmao. great catch though.

[@Fleccyfleccy]

What lb line would you recommend for carp up to 27lb but mainly around 20s 👍🏻

[@mantasskirburtas7537]

Post a video about how to use a cobra for baiting up, would be great help😁

[@nicholasstadler425]

Are there specific pegs for right drag? Or would a stick work

[@c1bandz682]

Hi carl I’ve been carp fishing for about 6 years I’m 17 now but I want to start going to bigger lakes with bigger fish etc and I want to get a real set up that can land big fish can you make a vid showing us some or the ones you use thanks

[@fishingtutorials]

Hi mate, I recently did this video about settling up a carp rod: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmPTp2lqqLF5fbs (I use a Daiwa Crosscast 10ft 3lb testcurve rods with Daiwa gs 4000 reels)

[@joethefarmlad5501]

Can you explain why reels have a switch on the bottom to make it spin backwards and forwards?

[@garylowe8601]

Ive had it quite a few times when you get a violent take where the bobbin cord or bead wire fraps up around the line then you pick up the rod an everything else on the pod is in a heap on the floor an im left trying to untangle my bobbin from my line, any suggestion on how to avoid this?

[@Ilikesk8930]

hi carl im one of your biggest fans can you give any tips on chod rig fishing thanks

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad you enjoy the channel mate! Here's the chod rig Fishing Tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJnWaI2LhtGYbsUsi=z_n_gCG-wXBAVcPl

[@randomstuffwithcharlie4876]

btw at around 6:40 you where talking about "pump and wind" which is pretty self explanitory and helpful

[@fishingtutorials]

Glad to hear it Charlie :)

[@carpertomscratchcards]

12lb carp line size 6-4 work perfect

[@scrutinizer8]

great channel! Thank you!

[@fishingtutorials]

You're welcome, thanks so much!

[@austin5618]

How could I prevent my hooks from coming out when using pop ups,alot of time when I get it close to the bank to land it it'll pop off randomly.im gental when fighting the fish so I know the hooks isn't ripping out,usually I keep my hook link around 5 inches

[@grumpy-dad3701]

I went fishing a couple of days ago. I don't fish for carp. Always float and maggot. With a telescope rod Caught a lovely carp 5+ lbs, it was a proper battle with my cheapo rod and reel. Loads of fun struggled to get it in the net

[@steelmandavid401]

Some good tips there for beginners how's your koi pond doing I have just finished my one 15ft long 15ft wide 4ft deep hopefully fish end off week 😀

[@fishingtutorials]

It's good thank you! Glad all has been sorted and have started to really enjoy it. That's great to hear! All the best with yours mate :)

[@krotiteljpuzeva1014]

Was lazy tying up rigs today made them preety long bc i didnt really care, had 6 bites, all 6 unhooked even with a barbed hook

[@robobobyable]

I went out today and I lost every fish I hoked. I dont know why? I used barbless size8 then I switched to barbed and still lost them could my rig be an issue? Bait too far from hook? I am baffled... I couldnt land 1 to save my life...

[@pijusmalijonis3657]

top 100

[@MiiLkii7]

my personal opinion on barbed vs barbless. barbed for catch and cook, barbless for catch and release.

[@jeffreyman92]

Nice tutorial. I lose a lot fish by head shaking and use the lead. Im going to try the helikopter-rig instead of the lead clip i hope that wil help. Do you have any tips ?

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers! Here's a tutorial with helicopter rigs in it incase this helps :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/o6OQeo2VpJhrbNE

[@tommygranger6800]

Hi Carl I’ve just brought the gs4000s your using are they any good?

[@jakemacdonald5855]

This guy couldn’t catch a cold Carl block him

[@fishingtutorials]

Yeah they're decent!

[@saif_iraq]

متابعك من العراق وانا من عشاق صيد ولا كن لا توجد لدينا معدات صيد اصليه مثل التي عندك اتمنه حصول على بعض من معدات صيد الديك يا صديقي ☺️

[@nothingthatinteresting]

Can you tell us more about your setup(reel, rod,etc.) and where to buy it? I'm looking for a good rod and reel. My budget is 100-120 pounds per rod setup(I need 2), I need i spod rod too. I'm a amature so I don't need anything professional.

[@fishingtutorials]

This is a Daiwa Crosscast 10ft 3lb testcurve rod with a Daiwa gs 4000 reel :) they're decent! and might be more around £130 per set up if you can stretch to it? Well worth it and for the quality too at that price.

[@pedjabuzz3251]

did you ever plan fishing in some Balkan countries we have some pretty big carp,in my lake the biggest carp is 44lb.

[@fishingtutorials]

Hopefully one day, that'd be awesome :)

[@eliaslara3251]

Size 4 & 6 hooks seem so small. I caught a 18 pound (8kilo) carp with a 1/0 octopus hook with anchovies.

[@nukrisurmava3661]

Hi what kind of rods u have in this video? And reels

[@fishingtutorials]

10 3lb Daiwa Crosscast rod with a Daiwa GS400 reel :)

[@jamesnoulton7800]

Great video Carl what rod and reel do you use ? also I hope Alex is doing good 👍

[@fishingtutorials]

Cheers James! Yeah he's doing really good, really happy getting into his new passions and pursuits :) I use a Daiwa Crosscast 10ft 3lb testcurve rod and Daiwa gs 4000 reels

[@jamesnoulton7800]

@@fishingtutorials in your experience what would you say the best rod to use for the use for float fishing

[@fishingtutorials]

The Guru N-Gauge 10ft Pellet Waggler is decent :)

[@sdseaglesoffish1718]

👍👍

[@trulymadlymemes8840]

Sir, I want to knowthe spinning reels ur using? 😁

[@fishingtutorials]

Daiwa GS4000 :)

[@grumpy-dad3701]

Trying to teach my lad how to fish. Whilst not really knowing how to fish myself. Only ever caught 3 carp. 1 at Hackett lakes Nottingham and 2 at belvoir castle small lake. Now small peach. Roach I catch all the time. But I enjoy being outside all day so no bother if I don't catch a monster.

[@fishingtutorials]

That’s nice to hear! Good luck with your fishing :)

[@sarahpage5842]

I think you should do a video a fish safety

[@loganggilbert6509]

is a 20 pound carp clased as a big fish

[@barbaraneville5036]

Might be good to do a tutorial on balanced tackle If a known fishery only has up to 20lb Carp a lower test curve rod to take any lunges lighter line and the importance of the hooklink strength so any breakage will be only the hooklength I use a 10lb colmic teck stream line of .185mm 5.4 kg ( just under 12Lb for hooklinks ) and a 15lb feeder mono mainline usually a size 10 hook fishery rules dictate hook size Carp up to around the just plus 20 lb I use a Preston feeder rod which is very through action .I see people using 3.5lb test curve rods that have the action of a broomstick then wonder why they get hook pulls