Big CARP bonanza! - April 2023 vlog

This month's vlog focuses on the last few trips to my winter syndicate water in Lincoln. After a quiet February, the carp finally switch into feeding mode and I finish with a string of amazing big fish. First up is a 40lb 2oz mirror, followed by other mirrors of 37lb, 36lb, 41lb and 40lb 10oz. The vlog looks at the tactics I used, the swims I fished, as well as plenty of my usual on-the-bank talk.
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[@marcusdownes-jv4ct]

Cheers crow bar..lol on a serious note I just wanna thank you for bringing up what you mentioned about mental health and staying fit while on the bank, although I am not over weight my mental health had been affected over the years due to problems I don't really want to go in to right now but I can assure you I appreciate bringing up what you said. Always a pleasure to watch.👍

[@SimonCrow]

Cheers Marcus, look after yourself mate 👏

[@timmarshall7903]

Thanks , Crowy, for raising the issue of health and fitness for us carp anglers. I’m 72 now, and can promise you it gets harder to do as you get older. But every hour I do in the gym reminds me that I can still get out and do it…. Congrats on those big winter fish, too

[@SimonCrow]

Good on ya Tim, wonderful to hear you’re still getting out onto the bank. All the best mate 👍

[@Harryscarp]

Really enjoyed that video, look forward to the next !

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks Harry

[@roccomoss35]

Top work Simon . I’m now 53 and totally agree you need to stay strong and active , more so as we age . 👊

[@SimonCrow]

Totally agree Paul 👍

[@adriancandy2249]

Another great vlog m8...thankyou! Maybe one day I'll be lucky enough to join you!🎣

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks mate 👍

[@kenwarburton2578]

Some stunning carp to end your winter syndicate session Simon. Great angling and well done mate! You are right to highlight the importance of looking after your health. I had cancer in my early 60's, and I'm now in my mid 70's, I still thoroughly enjoy my carp fishing. I've also suffered with depression in the past, but there is nothing better to get out by the side of a lake to improve your mental health. So in addition to the importance of staying physically fit, it is also just as important to stay mentally fit too, and a 24, 48, or longer session on the waters edge is perfect for that. Really enjoyed the vlog as always Simon, so keep them coming.

[@SimonCrow]

Many thanks for the kind comment Ken, great to hear that carp fishing does wonderful things for you mate. Good to hear your health is ok too. All the very best 👍

[@davidcoates3330]

Great vlog Simon , and a great way to end your winter fishing 👍. Totally agree ; so important to stay active and alert , both in mind and body , increasingly so the older we get , as per previous comment

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks David 👍

[@elroy2410]

Some stunning fish Simon 👌. I do love fishing the winter to spring period, end February March to April. Had my best results often at start off the season. This year the same, first fish of the season clocked at 20,8 kg . Second fish on a different water at 25,2 kg and set my Dutch PB in the magical 25 kg range. Awesome start to the 2023 season . Loved the video again Simon as always a joy to watch. Wish you a great 2023 fishing season and looking forward to viewing your adventures during the year. Have a good one mate 🤜🤛😁

[@SimonCrow]

That’s a mega start to the season Elroy, fantastic fishing mate. A massive well done. A 25kg anywhere is a big fish, and I know it’s a big one for Holland. Awesome stuff mate 🙌

[@Blupa.]

Cracking winter Si , couldn’t have asked for more really , good angling 👍

[@SimonCrow]

Nice one Andy, thanks for watching mate

[@martinstaff5638]

Great video a lot things you said I agree with

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks 🙏

[@alanbond748]

Another informative enjoyable video Simon and what fantastic catches to end your winter campaign. The looking after yourself section is something that concerns us all . When we are young we think we are indestructible but as you get older you unfortunately find that’s not the case . Without good health your whole lifestyle has to change so keeping active is imperative my friend. Warmer weather on the horizon for all us anglers and the carp pooch as well 😊. Please continue to keep us entertained when time allows 👍👍👍

[@SimonCrow]

Cheers Alan 👍

[@Retirement_Life]

Great end to your winter on the syndicate. Well done on the final result. 👏👏👏

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks John

[@johnroman4608]

Great one again Mr Crow ... that 40..🎉👌🏻🥂

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks 👍

[@paulfletcher8795]

Great video Simon and well done on the fish. Important message re health & fitness as you say. I am 51 now and always walked the dogs & cycled 50+ miles per week. Since turning 50 I have felt my age at times so even more important to keep healthy. Diet important too to help recovery. As I say, great message to share. All the best mate. 👍

[@SimonCrow]

Many thanks Paul, nice message pal 👍

[@carpergolfergaz29]

Great vlog si I love a run 3 times a week great for my mental health same as fishing keep up the good vlogs 👍

[@SimonCrow]

Good on ya Gary, I like my running too mate 👍

[@carpergolfergaz29]

@@SimonCrow yeah I see your running you do bloody brilliant 👍

[@MarkSexton887]

Been waiting for this Thanks.perfect timing well done Simon.👏🏻👏🏻

[@SimonCrow]

Thank you mate

[@MartynsAnglingAdventures]

Lovely Simon! 👍🏻

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks dude

[@Johnwick-vw5ox]

Top man.. At least you keep it real.. Tight lines.

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks dude

[@stephenlivesley1267]

Some nice fish Simon well done 👍

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks Stephen

[@liammaloney420]

Top stuff mate well in bud

[@SimonCrow]

All the best Liam

[@michaelross749]

I have started going back to basics on a new syndicate lake I just got a ticket for & that a throwing stick & horse shoe shaped stringers with my bait on the hair right in the middle of the stringer & I'm catching the bigger fish in the lake with them tactics I have had fish up 38lb 12ozs so far

[@glennchuckie773]

Great vid as always Simon, Get yourself a large bivi table with adjustable legs, it'll go over your lap, you can have your dinner on it and your phone at the same time - food for thought! (no pun intended) 😉 Tight lines 🎣

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks for the info Glenn, will have a look at one 👍

[@wozwright1979]

Mega that Mr Crow, & I love the pooch, my staffys the same, snores like a pig, farts like me ( noisey), and he loves the carp , in a much different way, he has to be tied up or he'll bloody eat it 😂

[@SimonCrow]

Gotta love a Staffy mate, best dogs in the world 👍

[@darwindavies6979]

Qaulity watch as always simom I took up carp fishing after I suffered a stroke & heart attack at 32 tend to do more days to keep active then do 3 72hrs sessions a month to keep the grey matter working onto the next adventure tightlines look forward to the next vid 🎣👊🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞

[@SimonCrow]

Glad you're doing ok Darwin, good luck on your next adventure mate

[@oliverbrooks1348]

Top content, Crowy 👍Always enjoyed your videos. Been watching since around the Manton and Nostell priory videos way back. You remind me a bit of the actor, Jon Bernthal . Ever get that? 🤣

[@SimonCrow]

Lol cheers mate. I had to Google him but I’ll take that as a compliment cus he looks pretty cool 🤣👍

[@graubak]

I like your Vlogs. Thanks. Have you tried a Ram Mount phone mount and pipe mount? I've used it for years, and its perfect for situations like yours. cheers!

[@johnfros9736]

I was on there all winter with you 3 carp out 26lb biggest fingers crossed 🤞 for a full ticket

[@SimonCrow]

Well done John, hope to see you on there soon 👍

[@PI7ABR3D]

The korda 15lb .4 and is a pig after 27 wraps for me with 3oz leads but thats also experience lacking aswell. Just switched to some .32 I think it is and my standard chuck at my regular saw me in a tree....comlletley forgot I'd swapped and I seriously underestimated the difference after a few years on the same stuff. Really flies lol

[@karpkatcher1070]

As a registered nurse and carp angler, i have for years seen the need for health to be brought to the forefront of the sport. A someone like Simon doing it might benefit the rest of us. And if you think that heart attacks are the territory of sixty year olds, then think again. When i worked in coronary care 30+ was not unusual. One man who had arrested and was in need of some health advice, was given the opportunity to watch a video to help him develop a better lifestyle, he could not believe the video was for him, stating "Are you having a laugh, i don't need this i'm only 35" i looked at the scorch marks and singed hair on his chest where we had used the defibrillator, and wondered how long before we had to do it again, and if he would survive. At that time only 14% of arrests witnessed in a medical environment survived, many of those would never be the same again, not physically or mentally, and some would die. Yes diet is important, and eating out of a frying pan bankside is not the way to go. But having sausages, bacon and fried eggs is ok, BUT YOU MUST EXERCISE OFTEN. No need to do a marathon, but little and often is far better than not at all. Anglers in leotards have more fun than anglers in boxes.

[@SimonCrow]

Massive thanks for the insight. Some great words there 👍

[@markeastwood14]

Simon I use my camera tripod to watch my phone it makes it slightly easier

[@SimonCrow]

I think I need to upgrade my tripod cus mine doesn’t fit 👍 thanks for the info

[@ashwilliams136]

Was wondering, does knocking one out in the bivvy count as cardio? Wonder where in lincoln that is? Good video mate. Hope ya keeping well 👍

[@robertcapewell2788]

Great Vlog Simon, well said we all need to stay fit and strong and healthy, we are only here once, so enjoy it .

[@SimonCrow]

💯

[@timsears7752]

Congrats on the fish Crowy..well deserved as always.Nobody can call you a lucky angler,thats for sure.Hard graft caught those carp. Wading in to get the extra distance & casting 28 wraps is not an easy task,especially in the wind! Not sure that the Avid camo phone holder will sell…lol…but I saw someone advertising a chair mounted drink holder the other day…so what do I know!😂🤣 Tight lines mate🎣

[@SimonCrow]

Cheers Tim, yeh maybe that’s why no company has made one 🤣 I’m turning into an oldie I think 😵‍💫

[@timsears7752]

@@SimonCrow 😂

[@terryscarpfishing]

Fox do a phone or iPad holder on their battery chargers fella

[@SimonCrow]

Thanks mate

[@maltesermonster486]

Saber do a flexible arm that attaches to your bedchair for holding a tablet

[@SimonCrow]

That sounds like just what I need, cheers pal 👍

[@oliverhall3344]

where in lincoln is this

[@SimonCrow]

Next to the brothel 😶

[@hutchozzz]

Where's this ?

[@hutchozzz]

I'm from Lincoln looking for a new place to beat my pb 38lb Joe's common a well known common round here, looking for a 40lber if anyone knows any syndicates local

[@SimonCrow]

Well done pal, mega fish 👏

[@hutchozzz]

Cheers mate , where is this winter water I'm looking to join somewhere

[@MOB34M]

Super fit athletes all over the world suddenly dropping down of heart attacks is more worrying 💉💉💉💉💉💉🤫

[@PI7ABR3D]

Too late now mate so let's just stick to fishing yeah?

[@johnnybegood9560]

you know it Karl... nothing to see here... the elephant in the room no one 💉💉 wants to address

[@robgood719]

No respect in carp fish any more full stop where I fish if some one sees you pre baiting a spot some where no one is fishing you will defo find some one on it as soon as your gone