Catch Reports

Golder Strikes Gold!

Posted in Catch Reports on 18th August 2006

Rick Golder from Surrey started using the B5 last season and had the most successful season he’s ever had. In Rick’s own words:- “The B5 has completely transformed my fishing”! Rick has more than doubled his captures from any previous season and throughout 2006 he banked no less than x17 thirties and x3 forties – mind blowing!

A combination of B5 Boilies, Pellets and Pop-ups produced all the goods for Rick, who writes on a regular basis for Carp Addict. Look out for more success from Rick throughout 2007 because this guy really gets amongst ‘em!


The benefits of Pellets

Team Essential member Lee Carpenter with one of his many big fish. Underwater attraction and stimulation plays a big role in Lee's success and pellets are one of the best ways to achieve this.
 
The use of pellets as a carp fishing bait has been well documented over the years, but their success isn’t surprising when you begin to consider just how many young carp have been fed on them during their early years. Most carp will instantly recognise pellets as a viable food source, and the fact that they break down quicker than boilies means that they release their food signals more efficiently. This will usually encourage smaller fish into the area first, but will often trigger a feeding response from the carp shortly afterwards.

Pellets are also an extremely versatile bait, that can be introduced in a variety of different ways. One of the best methods is to use them inside mini PVA bags with a few crushed boilies. The full package is no bigger than a tea bag, but leaves a nice little pile of food perfectly presented and difficult for the carp to ignore!

Larger beds of pellets can also be very effective, particularly on heavier stocked venues when trying to create competition for food. On lower stocked venues however, a few pouch loads of pellets sparsely scattered around your baited rig will undoubtedly increase attraction and keep the carp searching for food. This method will always keep a food trace in the area and increase the chances of pulling fish into the baited zone.