A spontaneous big carp mission! My search for redemption...

After the painful loss of my only bite in the spring, I had a last minute chance to return! LET'S GO!
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[@alexgoesfishing8954]

Hello Carl it’s me Alex just wanted to say hi and good luck with the fishing and at the very moment I’m in Estonia as I’m going to do ice fishing so I wish you luck as well as I do myself. Tight lines

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Hey Alex! Ah that's mega to hear :) Good luck mate - tight lines! 👍

[@liamstrange4939]

Hello Alex you are as much of an inspiration like your bro thank you

[@jamesrussel1133]

Brilliant videos Carl. It’s not just the great wild fishing but your American friends you have stayed in touch with which make your trips to the States so special. And yes I can imagine if you could get together on a top European exclusive lake or two it would blow their minds. I would love to see them catch a euro 50 and the look that would put on their faces. Happy Xmas to you Omi and Alex too, I hope you get well rested and a bit of time to think of new adventures in the months and years to come! ❤

[@scottrobson3472]

Hey Carl, I'm a therapist who treats panic attacks, get in touch maybe I can help you out.

[@scottrobson3472]

​@@more_fishwithcarl hey Carl I'm a therapist who treats panic attacks, get in touch maybe I can help you out.

[@hardwatermaniac]

You want your US/Canadian carp record, you need to fish the great lakes for em. Countless 50+ lbers. But thats another beast in itself.

[@CarpioTheOnlyOne]

Carl you have always shown heart , compassion , and love for everyone! Your work ethic is massive so you are designed to succeed in life. Thanks Carl for what you do. Merry Christmas

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Mate thanks SO much for the lovely comment. Big smile here thanks !!!! 🙏

[@cliffdixon6422]

Hope the stones subside soon buddy. Partially shared your pain on the Catfish - I tried Thailand for the first time last month after watching one of your videos, had 3 brilliant days at Jurassic and then moved on to a smaller lake in Pattaya. As I hadn't caught a Juliens Carp I got a tip off from the head bailiff at Jurassic on the lake I tried afterwards - Despite the best efforts of the owner and his gillie to get me one, the Catfish took a big liking to the wafters and I ended up with a 22lb Red Tail, a 30lb Leopard and a 30lb Ripsaw (Plus a bonus 30lb Pacu). They were amazing fish though that fought really hard so I still had a smile on my face despite not getting a Juliens, three Siamese Carp to 25lb also dulled the disappointment. Going back in April

[@Staufenberg420]

It is really inspiring how you managed to go from having a panik attack and feeling homesick to beeing excited again ! As someone who deals with simular feelings I know this is a huge achievement. I am sorry for my poor english 😅 Frohe Weihnachten und Grüße aus Deutschland!

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thank you! ❤️ good luck with everything, your English is actually great. !!

[@MancunianToryDespiser]

Loved this. Those commons are immense. Hope you’ll be ok, Carlo. I’ve had stones, and they’re like a gunshot to the abdomen. Great video, mate.

[@Onlyfoolsandfishing]

Rest up Carl! Get better soon🙏🏽

[@Martin-pk5zd]

Happy Christmas Carl! Thanx for sharing your adventures.

[@andyoke50]

Thank you Carl. Great content, Happy Christmas and Take care of yourself.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

You're welcome :) Thanks Andy, you too!

[@xIDarkSideIx]

Ohhh two videos today to catch up with both look epic ! Have a good Christmas guys and all the best for the new year 🎅🎅

[@Deurmattekke]

Thanks carl, because of you i started carp fishing. I hope you have an amazing 2024 filled with love. Thank you for all the great video's this year, much love!!

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Ahh thanks mate, happy to hear that :) All the nest to you too!

[@mikevandenberg8426]

Thanks for the nice videos Carl!! You are very honest and i think that makes you a great person. An fine example for other people! Good luck with the kidney stones i know the horror😕 Whishing you and your family a merry christmas and a happy and healthy newyear! Thanks for sharing

[@jamesgilbert6869]

Merry Christmas thank you for another great year of hard work and amazing content we appreciate you 💙

[@AlexP-hl4wn]

Watched this straight after the US film on the “main” channel and loved the different feel to the in production - certainly captured the “just jumping on a plane” feel! A great video. The intimacy and insights into you as a person are great, probably because you don’t really know you’re doing it! I can imagine it’s really reassuring for others going through similar things to see someone not letting it get in the way of doing things they love. I had a kidney stone - I found drinking 6+ pints of water as soon as it rumbled stopped the pain getting to the “think I’m going to faint” phase - it tore its way out eventually which was as much of a relief as it was unpleasant! I hope yours settle down soon.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much mate! And sorry for the slow reply. ❤️❤️❤️

[@nickrider5220]

Bloomin kidney stones 😮 Have really enjoyed your fishing adventures, your American buddies are cracking friends, who completely share your love of fishing and outdoors 🙂 Have a good one and come on 2024 !

[@user-di9cl9st9f]

have a good Christmas and New year I enjoyed watching them was well worth it for them carp you caught and memories that will never leave you ❤❤

[@MarnixPauwels]

I normally just gobble up the videos and then I'm on my way, but I just wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the joy you (and your brother) are bringing, the tremendous amount of work that goes into these videos (and they just keep getting better and more professional!), and the passion you genuinely convey. Much, much appreciated, hope you're doing better now! (And by the way: I'm not even a carp angler, I prefer pike and some flyfishing, but the energy of the videos transcends all that 😃)

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤️ thanks so much mate - and sorry for the slow reply!!!

[@stephenbrooks1337]

Another epic insight into carp fishing across the pond excellent stuff Merry Christmas Carl 😁🎄🎣

[@trevorcornes1056]

Just brilliant stuff to watch Carl, keep doing it mate and loads of us will still keep watching 👍

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much Trevor! Happy new year :) 👍

[@kevincarr1828]

Happy Christmas Carl hope you get well and we see you back in the new year 👍

[@khrawkuparroyiawphniaw8756]

Merry Christmas to you too Carl

[@ianbourne9970]

Loved this redemption video from Dale Hollow reservoir. That 35lber was mega 👏👏👏😎

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Mega fish! Cheers Ian, I'm glad! 👍

[@michaelhannan3500]

Panic attacks, depression,, paranoid,, loneliness,,,confidence,, ,and u and Yr friends have shown in Yr videos of competition fishing and friendly fishing,,,how getting out fishing conquers it all and brings it all together ..yous are the best, ,enjoy 😊

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Definitely - love this about fishing. It helps in so many ways. All the best mate!

[@Jack_95]

Merry Christmas Carl! Thanks for the double upload. I’m not a carp fisherman, I’m much more into my predator fishing with the lures, but I’m always drawn to your videos. Your infectious positive attitude never gets tiring and it is always refreshing to see you enjoying yourself with such a busy schedule of fishing, editing, planning whilst maintaining a seemingly happy home life! Look after yourself and enjoy the festivities! 👌🏻🌲

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤ Ahh thank you Jack, massively appreciate that! I'm gad you enjoy the films :) happy new year!

[@Jack_95]

Happy new year! Look forward to the content and adventures 2024 will bring to the channel. 🤙🏻

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Ah appreciate that :) all the best to you too!

[@robertadam7080]

You awsome man,congratulations ! Merry Christmas!

[@razvanburada1648]

Thank you for sharing your videos ❤

[@more_fishwithcarl]

You're welcome mate, happy you enjoy them!

[@sigspearthumb9574]

I love how your first reaction to the catfish being hooked was to eat him ! To be fair I do hear that they make great eating and are great fries for burgers

[@djtekknotis]

yes carl lad just having a catch up on your channels and would like to say thanks for the Fishing Logbooks

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate, you;re welcome :) happy you like them!

[@stephenbuckham9964]

Its good when you watch the first video and then see behind the scenes very enjoyable. Merry Christmas to you and your family

[@Danny84.]

Ooohhh part 2 very very nice 😊

[@user-om6dn4im3n]

Hi carl, I'm a young angler I only started fishing 2 years ago with just a float and some maggots. You have taught me so much through your videos and i cant get enough of carp fishing. My dream is to become a KZbin fishing angler like you. Tight lines

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤️

[@sebstanley3179]

Really nice video carl. Thank you . Hope.you feel.better mate 👌

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks Seb, much better! 👍

[@karlwatkins2331]

Thx for a Xmas banger carl I'm half way through watching yr other 7 day trip to USA you and yr family have a great Xmas and new year 🎣👊💯

[@tadhghayden7601]

Keep well together, you all...through all the variables ..the guys coming over to Europe...hell yeah! I've had kidney stones.. not so many lately..

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thank you mate :) I know right, super excited!!!

[@Hillerstrumpa]

Merry Christmas Carl! Fantastic video, as always :)

[@andrebritz4869]

Amazing 2 videos and amazing growth and inspiration you and your brother have done. A Merry Christmas to you and Om’s

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks so much Andre :) really appreciate that. Happy new year!

[@andrewhyde8934]

Love Tony's little cameos.

[@RichardBradleyUk]

Should be a 10 year special and go visit the first places you fished in America with them

[@more_fishwithcarl]

That would be awesome :)

[@douwedejong3897]

Double video. Got to love it💪🏻

[@raymondvilleret9893]

Alex, I have watch this video for a second time and is for me the best one ever filming onbur own

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤

[@mattgoodchild8215]

Merry Christmas Carl Your videos are always straight down the line honest and true and you say it like it is plus your a top bloke I’ll be honest I came across your videos thru the snagged bro door and tbh after spending almost three decades as an avid carp angler now and always have been obsessed with lures especially for Zander It was the carp circus that put me of all the gear etc although I do still fish for carp on the canal network they are truly wild fish and fight like stink Thanks again happy new year

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate! Sorry for the slow reply! Snagged bro are great guys, good luck with your lure fishing !!

[@nathancorlett9895]

Merry Xmas Carl such an inspiration to others keep them coming m8

[@ianthomas1060]

Brilliant fishing film. I have 40 years fishing experience and have seen loads, you and your bro are good at this!! Carry on Filming....

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers Ian!

[@ianmcall769]

Another cracking post, looking forward to next years posts. Happy new year to You and Omi

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers Ian, you too!

[@rowlandjenkins6213]

Hi Alex. Very much enjoy your video. Lovely carp (and catfish). Wishing you and Omi a very happy 2024 and I look forward to more inspirational videos. Roland of the FABS (Fishing and Beer Syndicate.

[@paulkelly5573]

Hi yet again, another fantastic video, and would like to wish you and Omi a fantastic Christmas and many tightlines in 24🎣🎣👍👍

[@Gnarlyasfishing1]

Thanks to you I have learnt a tonne of new things I love your videos keep up the great work. Yeeeew!!

[@raygrange7312]

Wonderful Carl. A very merry Christmas to you all. Hope you can fix that kidney stone problem.

[@stephenevans7884]

This is a new TYPE of video. You've done it again lad. Class.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate :) appreciate it!

[@jordanbarker6624]

Great vid mate love forgetting everything and just going fishing.. class carp bro ❤

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers Jordan! Yesss, fully agree :)

[@stephenorourke2297]

Liked the video Carl Happy Christmas and new year to you and your family

[@wrlygig]

Feels like a main channel vid. So good.

[@mickibbett2120]

Legend! Great stuff, and thanks

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤

[@mickibbett2120]

@more_fishwithcarl Happy New year Carl

[@AdventureswithaaronB]

Dude , ur vids r such an inspiration omg. Like I love to fish but suffer from anxiety and depression so I relate so much. I want to come to the uk to catch a carp. Wish I could meet u

[@more_fishwithcarl]

❤❤❤ wishing you all the best mate :)

[@KC14109]

Another great watch. I live in Australia but come from B.Hill, nice to see home on your video.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Ahh really! I'm glad the films can bring a bit of home to you mate :) happy new year

[@KC14109]

@more_fishwithcarl Keep um coming please. Happy New year to you too. My mate actually built his own lake in B.Hill. Some nice 30s in there. I'll be back in 2025 to fish his lake and 2 weeks at Ribiere in France.

[@suprio_gonefishing]

fish you will get but friends! Lovely to see such a lovely group and some nice catches. Happy Christmas

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks man, happy new year!

[@patfahey9389]

Happy Christmas to you & Omi ... Great video again . My daughter lives in Maryland in the US so on my next visit to see her I will look the carp fishing ... Stay safe & get well.

[@andybroad189]

Hey Pat, I carp fish in Maryland. Maybe If you want when you're here we can meet up at one of my spots if you're not familiar with where to go. There's no place here like Dale Hollow though😂

[@liamstrange4939]

Happy Christmas keep doing what you’re doing you are an inspiration

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers Liam! Hope you had a good one :)

[@RFT24]

What an absolute legend of the sport,3 uploads in two days,oh Santa has come early 😂 thanks Carl,merry Christmas mate 👍🏼

[@olliewhiteley7875]

Happy Christmas carl and good luck in the new year tight lines

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks Ollie, you too!

[@tcrenegade]

Love the videos and glad to hear you got into some good fish when you came out. I feel for you in terms of your kidney stone especially while being in the US which is largely privatized healthcare (where I live). I hope you were able to get treatment of some kind or at least get ahold of some decent anti-inflamatory and pain killing meds. One thing to consider that my friend did is look into non-invasive surgery for the kidney stones when you are back in the UK. They used an ultrasonic projector if I remember right and were able to break up the stones

[@RBX_Chromitech]

Good luck with the kidney stones, and keep up the great work, have an amazing christmas and new years, this year has been amazing with you and all your videos, cheers to another year of great fishing! Tight Lines!

[@simonhuss9619]

Omg I was worried about you, until a 2nd part of blog started, with it ending like that I thought it had gone real pear shaped, glad it's all OK 👍👍👍

[@carpangler-TV]

Carl, this was a really good watch. I hope you feel better now. Keep it up m8!

[@more_fishwithcarl]

I'm glad! Glad you enjoyed it, thanks man! :)

[@jamespotter5313]

Brilliant videos again mate, Cant wait to see what you in store for next year Merry Christmas & Happy new year 🙂

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers James, you too!! :)

[@teamfishfighterscarpangler3824]

Hi Carl, great video. I've done a lot of KZbin videos in th ethe past at Dale Hollow. Love that place. I'm hoping to be there this spring again.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks man! Ahh glad you enjoyed it. Such a mega place! Hope you get over there again :)

[@robertbennett7482]

absolute class video as always!

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers Robert!!

[@78samrobinson]

I'm glad I wasn't the only one to "enjoy" the slop. You're right, those just sized are the best eating. Keep the tips coming 🫡

[@pas112472]

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Sorry, you have kidney stones, I have only past one in my lifetime, but it was rough. I hope you have fully recovered. Great video as always! I really enjoyed it.

[@Yoyo-01]

Merry Christmas Carl n Omi :)

[@Craig2023]

Love the videos and the new channel Keep up the good work and amazing content 💙

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thank you! :)

[@sandorkovacs9271]

Merry Christmas Carl :) get well soon buddy :)

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Cheers Sandor, appreciate it :)

[@sergioclerigo5989]

Hey Carl, love your videos and your brother. Keep up the amazing work. Have a Happy New Year to you and your family. You need to make a trip to Toronto Canada 🇨🇦. Tight lines from across the pond. 🇨🇦

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate! sorry for the slow reply!

[@robertcotton9091]

Many Thanks for the very enjoyable videos throughout 2023 and wishing you and family all the very best for 2024 Mate :)

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks Robert! Same to you!

[@peternufc1981]

Awsome place to fish.I wouldn’t want to come back. All the best for 2024 its going to be massive for you i can just tell. 🍻

[@troutheadadventures6521]

I love it when you come to the USA. It's still mostly under fished for Carp. As you know, the American record fish are there, waiting. Please come more often.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

I’ll be back!!! 🙏

[@jacobs22qfamilyadventures]

Hope your OK matey much love from us lot stay safe and merry Christmas

[@more_fishwithcarl]

All good now, thank you!! You too :)

[@CEOAirsoft]

Hopefully one of these days I'll get to meet you on the bank. I'm close with Brian and Austin and I've fished many of the places you guys have gone to but every time you've come over I've had to work... Hope you've been feeling better since the filming.

[@lolomfgbbq]

Merry Christmas! The video that led me here was amazing. Now I have 20 minutes more =)

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks man, hope you had a good one!

[@CaptainAndy92]

Mate I've had kidney stones 3 times so far and every time it is just the worst experience I have ever had in life hope all is well and thanks for the great content!

[@andrewlivesey945]

great vid enjoyed have a great Christmas

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks, you too!

[@daviddeane7293]

I hope your ok, Carl kidney stones are so painful I have had them and the pain is unbelievable I hope your ok now 🤞and I hope your new year is kidney stone free 🤞🤞🤞🐟🐟🐟🎣🎣🎣😁👍

[@billcotton1551]

The yacht guy isn't going to bust your spot in these conditions. Some beautiful carp ,and a nice largemouth bass in episode 1.

[@daveshaw5293]

A bit of advice mate when fishing a flooded lake with snags like that get to your rod straight away - to late now but it would save the drama and lost fish later 👍👍

[@elboce3]

I love your videos i hope you continue making them❤❤❤

[@more_fishwithcarl]

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[@fische_mane1098]

Kidney stones are one of my biggest fears. I hope I never experience them in my life. Big ups on the carp catches though, beautiful stocky sows you guys got your hands on

[@marcusrh20]

Happy Christmas Carl

[@MaikoTag]

i also struggle with panick attacks but very severly, i feel you man it sucks

[@more_fishwithcarl]

So sorry to hear that, ah man they really suck. Mine used to be very severe, now I don't have them anymore thankfully. I read a book called the 'anxiety cure' and that started off a journey that helped me fully recover, I definitely recommend it. I also realised sugar was an unexpected contributor too, if I had cereal/porridge/simple carbs etc for breakfast I was more quick to stress through the day because my blood sugars were so up and down, which I now know affects stress and anxiety. Now I eat eggs, gf toast with some veg (gently fried broccoli for fibre and nutrients). Having a savoury protein, fibre and fat (olive oil/butter) breakfast my energy, and blood sugars stay stable through the day as it can only be stabilised in the morning, which means I manage stress much better. I realised in recovering from panic and anxiety that there were multiple factor and contributors. Diet was part of it, but a lot was about starting to become aware of unhelpful thought patterns too, and also finally allowing the deep feelings come up from the past that I had been burying. It seems to be a journey though, no quick-fixes, and it IS possible to recover, and be panic-free. It does take time and much learning but I've learned it's possible, and cannot believe it as I suffered for so long since I was a very young. Another big factor was processing grief around my Nan who died when I was seven who was a big part of life, so I became subconsciously fearful of things 'going away', I had never really processed that before until I started to talk about this. I see that anxiety and fear can be unfelt emotions that just need the space and safety to be felt. Anyway, it's a massively personal road, I highly recommend that book. Wishing you all the best mate.

[@CorreiaFishing]

Come make some fishing in Portugal !!!

[@lockguy2652]

Having battled “stones” a couple times 😢 I feel your pain bud. Hope you feel better soon. Get to a urologist soon and figure out how to change your diet and or add citric acid to help your body naturally keep them down. All the best!

[@80gam]

fishing is important to you, but you need to take good care of yourself…! Have a speedy recovery, a relaxing and happy Christmas 🎄

[@brianlee8384]

Top angling guys 👍

[@drevil3606]

feel you bro I have panic attacks I don't wish them on anyone people don't know until they've had one merry Xmas everyone

[@Baron-Ortega]

Merry Christmas Carl, Om and Fam! Hope you kidney stones get sorted out soon 👍

[@baldvale5418]

Happy New Year Carl

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Thanks mate, you too!

[@jaysmith552]

merry christmas Carl

[@chrisdore6387]

Merry Christmas. May your rod bend often.

[@more_fishwithcarl]

Haha same to you mate! Happy new year!

[@matthewsmith8032]

Brilliant..❤️

[@markhemp7719]

Hello bro, I'm with you on the kidney stones, experienced them 3 times now, and by far the most painful thing. My last one was 4cm and had to have it surgically removed, not good, just a little tip, buscopan by far the best painkiller for them, just incase you don't already know, happy Xmas

[@thefishingaddict]

Hello Carl, I hope you’re feeling okay with your kidney stones but what mega fish you have caught in the USA recently! Well done ! Your videos have been so amazing and I always can’t wait to watch them when I see you have posted one , keep up the amazing work , have an amazing Christmas 🎣