The Multi Rig is arguably the most versatile named carp rig available. Its defining feature — the ability to swap between bottom bait, wafter, and pop-up in a matter of seconds without retying the hooklink — makes it invaluable on any water where you need to...
If you’re fishing a standard hair rig and losing fish, getting short takes, or watching carp mouth your hookbait in the margins without getting hooked, the Blowback Rig is likely the answer. It’s a simple modification to the basic hair rig that completely...
The KD Rig has built a substantial reputation as a big-fish, pressured-water rig — and that reputation is deserved. While it looks similar to a standard knotless knot setup from a distance, the angle at which the hair exits the hook is what makes it work so...
Every rig guide you’ll read talks about getting your hookbait on — or just above — the lakebed. The Zig Rig ignores that entirely. A Zig suspends your hookbait anywhere in the water column, from just off the bottom to inches below the surface. In the right...
A chod rig is a short, stiff pop-up rig designed to present a hookbait over soft silt, low weed and light debris. The chod section runs on a helicopter-style leader between two fish-safe beads, allowing it to settle above an uneven lakebed instead of being buried. If...
The Ronnie Rig — also called the 360° rig — has become one of the most widely-fished carp rigs on UK waters. Its rotating hook mechanism makes it mechanically superior to almost any other pop-up or wafter presentation, and it’s straightforward to tie once you...
Walk into any carp fishing tackle shop and you’ll see rig packets with names that sound more like cocktails than fishing methods — Ronnie Rig, Chod Rig, Hinged Stiff Link, Zig Rig. Knowing which rig to tie and when can feel like a dark art. It doesn’t have...
Feature finding when carp fishing is an art form, and if you want to truly succeed you must understand how to utilise the natural structures of the carp lake or body of water. In this article, we will explore the tips and tricks for becoming a master of carp fishing....
How to present bait is important – try different methods until you find one that works for you. If you’re hoping to snag a fish or two, it’s important to put some thought into how you present your bait. After all, even the tastiest treat won’t...
Stalking tips for carp fishing can be the difference between a successful fishing trip and a disappointing one. Knowing the best strategies, finding an optimal spot, using small bait, being patient, and staying quiet are all essential components of a successful carp...
What is float fishing and how can it be used to catch carp specifically? Float fishing is a method of fishing where the float (often made of cork or plastic) is used to support the bait and line. The float is attached to the line and then the bait is suspended below...
The basics of carp fishing rigs Carp fishing rigs are designed to catch carp, which are a type of freshwater fish. There are many different carp fishing rigs, but they all have one thing in common: they use bait to attract and catch carp. The most common type of carp...
