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18 get grubbingGary Knowles explains how
to make the most of your maggot fishing
32 monster breamDai Gribble shares his advice for seeking
those
massive sized slabs
38 flavour zoneAndy Findlay puts his
'Flavour Zone' idea to the test on the Method feeder
42 top tipsChris Ponsford shares his
12 top tips for year round success
56 fight the flowAde Kiddell on how the simple
things can make a huge difference to your fishing
04 digging for goldMat Woods tells the story of his favourite
carp capture
08 Cutting itWe join Adam Firth on a day ticket stretch of
canal
14 surfaCe suCCessEd Matthews recalls a successful session with
a rather impressive end!
22 monsters on the methodPhil Spinks reveals the secret to two
very special recent captures
26 ultimate tenCh rigsCheck out these ultra-effective tench rig
set ups
62 may the fours be with youShaun Hodges reveals the story
behind his elusive 4lb perch
tips and triCksLook out throughout for our tutorials on how to
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2014 cONTENTScover shot
Ade Kiddell by Adam Firth on the
River Severn at Arley
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God I love fishing.
Im looking at the list of contributors to this years Korum
publication and I feel like an Editor all over again. See weve
taken a different approach this year, detailing the stories of our
favourite captures through the year, as well as looking at the red
hot tactics our
consultants are using to keep them one step ahead of everybody
else. 2013 was a big year for Korum, both in terms of the fish we
all caught, but also the amount of tackle we sold. A big thanks to
all of you who continue to follow and support the brand, we hope
were providing you with the sort of tackle you can use for years to
come.
In line with the theme for this years magazine, I thought Id
tell the story of one of my own special captures in 2013. Its
always great bagging a new personal best its what many of us strive
for but itd been a few years since I had the pleasure. Heres my
story. I hope you enjoy it and all the other great content in this
years mag.
Korum Brand manager and carp expert mat Woods tells the story of
his favourite capture this year, as he introduces you to yet
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I cant remember ever having so many people in my swim because of
something Id caught. From guys Id just met, to people I only knew
through social media, to long term pals and even work colleagues -
my swim was alive with anglers, all sharing in the moment. When a
creature of that magnitude is sat glistening in the sunlight, its
quite easy to attract a crowd. Let me tell you why.
See Id been at Chester races on the Saturday. Stag do. Drinking
from 9am till 9pm is not something I am as adept at as once upon a
time, so Saturday night I was being nursed by my beloved fiance,
feeling like a bag of rusty spanners. When I woke on Sunday it was
as if the inebriation never happened. I felt right as rain. Why?
Well, I was going fishing. The spring in my step could have put a
kangaroo to shame and the car was loaded painlessly and
swiftly.
I hit the road early, with plans to line my stomach with one of
Julies magic breakfasts in the Baden Hall Fisheries caf. If youve
not tried one, you need to. How anyone can walk past a caf by a
lake I dont know. Its a rite of passage!
First, I went down the lake to see my mate Andy Blower, whod
lost a fish in Peg 13. To be fair, on paper given the weather
forecast where Andy was seemed bang on. Interesting, then, that I
decided to go on the back of the wind. I watched the water for some
time, chatting to the lads about what the fish had been up to. With
the information at my disposal and the wind feeling quite chilly, I
really fancied peg 6. Dont ask me why. I suppose when youve been
visiting a venue regularly and catching a few which I had you have
an extra sense for that sort of thing. I actually would have rather
gone in Peg 5, but it was occupied. 6 it was!
It turned out the guy in Peg 5 had caught a 30lber, his first
ever. As the session progressed I got to know this chap and his son
much better. What a true gent and countryman. Whilst he hadnt been
fishing very long, he was open about the fact and eager to learn.
Very refreshing! I got the impression Dave had never told a lie in
his life. Another great character in the chapters of my carp
fishing I hope we cross paths again. Too many are quick to judge
guys like Dave, but we all started somewhere. Good luck to him, and
his lad. With the inner-hunter type instincts they had and an
eagerness to better themselves, theyre sure to be carp anglers for
a very long time.
Anyway, I digress. After securing Peg 6, I went for breakfast
and felt a billion times better for it. Back down the lake Andy
kindly gave me the last of his milk (it was the only thing Id
forgotten in my haste) and I was soon raring to go with the marker
rod. I knew from last year that somewhere out there was a raised
area. Chances were it would be weeded over, but if there was a
small clear area amongst
the weed, I was intending to find it. As it turned out, it was
quite easily found. A big weed bed to the left marked the edge of
the spot. Long of this was just much deeper and it was the same
shorter of the area, whilst to the right it was clear, but a bit
softer. More of a soft duff on the lead, rather than a firm
thonk!
With the wind off my back and easing down a little, I took the
lapse in weather to empty a bucket of bait on the spot. I
endeavoured to be as accurate as possible. Any Boilie Rocket going
off target was stopped to land 30yds out. Accuracy is playing a
huge role in my fishing, so I try not to let my lack of talent let
me down!
As I baited with a mix of hemp, casters and Sonubaits Code Red
Boilie crumb, fish crashed just 10yds away! I am sure they were
taking some of the floating casters in my mix. Crafty devils! As I
usually do, I left the spot to simmer for a good couple of hours. I
really took my time getting the rods marked out around the Yard
Sticks, getting
new rigs on. I do this quite often. Seeing as how the fish were
obviously in the area, it made sense. Im sure leaving the spot
un-fished gets a few fish mooching around, looking for danger. If
they dont confront any, Im sure these fish return more confident
later on.
After the mother of all downpours, I prepared my rigs. Id caught
on the Jester rig all year its three maggots on top of a pop-up. I
was also testing the Korum Carp Leaders, the brown colour was
perfect for the Baden lakebed. Happy with my setups, I popped two
rigs on the spot and sat back to watch. Roy and I talked cobblers
as usual and the fish did their usual Sunday afternoon disappearing
act. Had I spooked them?
As night fell, all I did was recast the rods. By 7pm I was fast
asleep. Itd been an especially busy time at Korum HQ. Id worked
numerous consecutive weekends for the Club Korum Fish Camp project
and given it was the first time Id actually just stopped for some
time, I was out like a light.
Everyone forgot about this 22lb mirror!
Digging ForGoldas i Baited With a mix of hemp, casters and
sonuBaits code red Boilie crumB, fish crashed just 10 yards aWay! i
am sure they Were taKing some of the floating casters in my mix.
crafty devils! mat woods
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The carp cant resist the wriggling maggots | A breakaway lead is
a great way to check for weed | Mats rig, a great option for day
ticket carp venues
Mats swim Lots of open water to target
Some time in the wee hours, my bedchair was soon creaking itself
into life, when the left hand alarm woke me, the bobbin dropping to
the floor. Bream I thought. I wound down in the fish and played it
in quite easily. No histrionics, no worry. As I came to my senses a
little, I remembered being told the big common doesnt really fight.
My leg instantly started shaking. See the fish of my desires the
venues big common usually comes out on its own, the captor only
ever having this one fish during their session. Because of this, my
first bite usually results in me breathing a little heavier than
usual!
As I came into better contact with the fish close in, I knew it
was a chunk. Theres something about the way bigger fish move
through the water and the way it feels through the rod, its so
obvious. After a tense tussle and a little knit-one, pearl-one with
the other rod, I saw my first glimpse. It was quite clearly a
mahoosive common carp. My whole body began to shake. Both from
anticipation and the fact it was much colder outside than in my
sleeping bag!
As I lead the fish towards the net, muttering Dont fall off,
dont fall off I lifted the handle and the huge bar of gold was
mine. I somehow knew Id just caught my biggest ever carp.
The fish had sort of beached itself in the shallow water. As I
took a better look, I was literally at boiling point; ready to
erupt and shout the most obscene amount of profanity Staffordshire
has ever heard!
When I clocked a missing scale in the centre of its flank, it
was like the music stopped. Like the needle skipped straight off
the record. I recognised it as the other big common, not the big
common. Rather than running around like a headless flea I calmly
let out a much more serene Oh yes Woodsy! I was still over the moon
and still vibrating like a giddy fool. What a truly remarkable
creature.
I lifted the beast from the water and knew it was bigger than
the last time I saw it. I was still shaking, so my initial weighing
ceremony was about as useful as a chocolate teapot. In the end, I
used my landing net handle resting across my shoulder and a tree
branch for a settled reading of exactly 38lb. A new personal best.
OH YES! My ears circumnavigated my head as they span a gazillion
revolutions around my rapidly melting brain. What a feeling!
I popped the fish into the Recovery Sling for photographs in the
daylight and jumped straight back into the sleeping bag, grabbing
my phone to text Amy and send a few tweets.
Steve Fitzpatrick from Angling Times was still awake, having
just sent the paper off late to get the World Champs details in.
Turned out I was on the cover too, having written a feature about
the exact rig Id been catching on. Spooky!
I wasnt back asleep long, as another take had me down by the
rods. This time, the battle was even less enthusiastic and a nice
patchy 22lb mirror was in the net before I knew it. A successful
night, and with my Korum colleague Adam Firth due in the morning
anyway, the timing couldnt have been better.
By morning, the whole world had sent me a tweet, text or rang to
pass on their congratulations. What very few of them knew, however,
was how jaw-smashingly gorgeous the leviathan inside the sling was.
I popped my waders on for the photos, and had a parade of people in
the swim. Ive got so many pictures Im spoilt for choice! Big thanks
to Roy, Adam, Ryan, Dave and everyone else who helped with the
photographs. Im over the moon with the shots.
We had some great banter as I held the golden bar of sunshine up
for the cameras, all mesmerized by its immaculate condition. I can
think of only one better looking common carp in all the world this
ones big sister!
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DIGGING FOr GOlD mat woods
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As we sent her on her way, I gave her a kiss on the back with
the classic old school pose, and punched the air. My hand got shook
off the end of my arm and there was even some man-hugging going on.
The rather poignant words Baden Gold were uttered many times.
Back in the swim, I seemed to be the only one who knew there was
still a 22lber to be photographed. As I turned back to face the
lads, all I saw was Roy and Adam jump about 3ft off the ground,
eyes bulging as I heard an enormous carp crash behind me. I didnt
see it. Im sort of glad.
That was definitely the big common. Oh my God! said Roy. Thats
the biggest carp Ive ever seen, said Adam. Quite clearly, the big
girl was mocking me. And just 20 yads right of my baited area, too!
If Id seen it, it would haunt me every day, so I just have to make
do with the memory of the noise.
The pictures of the 22 were quite jovial. It looked like a right
scamp compared to the 38, bless him. Lovely fish, mind, and had it
been the only one of the trip Id have been happy enough. As I said
there and then It wouldnt be Baden without a token Baden Hall
22lb-er! Id been getting one every trip!
Everyone departed my swim and it was just me, sitting looking at
the pictures on mine and Adams cameras. Roys shots were equally
impressive you literally couldnt choose the best shot from any of
them.
My phone went into meltdown again as the ripples of the capture
leaked out. And then it dawned on me. Wed got work to do! Always
the story, but I wouldnt have it any other way. Id had my moment in
the sun, holding up a tremendous and truly inspiring common carp.
Mustnt grumble!
38lb and a new UK personal best. Jaw-dropping
RodsAvid 12ft DSK
ReelsAvid Custom Control
Main Line14lb Xpert Reel Line
LeaderXpert Carp Leader, brown
End TackleXpert Carp Lead Clip
RigXpert Braid with Xpert Specimen hook
FloatMarker Float
Shelter1 Man Carper
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tacKle
as We sent her on her Way, i gave her a Kiss on the BacK With
the classic old school pose, and punched the air. my hand got shooK
off the end of my arm and there Was even some man-hugging going on.
the rather poignant Words Baden gold Were uttered many times. mat
woods
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Itadam firth
Occupation: Media CoordinatorFavourite venue: Shropshire
Syndicate Lake
@AdamFirthKorum
adam firth is an angler Who has to maKe the
most of the time he has availaBle. We join him on
a day ticKet stretch of canal Where he hopes a
Well-planned recce trip Will maKe his suBsequent
day session even more memoraBle
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cuTTING IT adam firth
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Nestled in the heart of south Staffordshire is some of the most
enjoyable canal carping available in the UK.
One angler eager to get some more canal carp under his belt is
media man Adam Firth. Like many, his time is vastly limited by
having a young family and a busy career.
Despite this, we joined Adam as he begins putting in the
groundwork for a short day session his first on the canal this
year. Rather than spend 12 hours actually fishing, in a bid to keep
the missus sweet and maximise his available time, Adam will be
spending the first 3 hours of his trip looking for fish on a recce
mission the night beforehand.
day 15.00pmAdam arrives on a well-known area of the canal for
carp. Having researched through the local tackle shop, Ians of
Penkridge, he knows a few fish have been coming out of a nearby
Marina. The light is falling - the perfect time to go looking for
activity.
Im going to prime the Marina with some Code Red Boilies, he
says. Ive opted for a mixture of sizes, as Im not sure what the
nuisance species situation is like.
7.00pmHaving marched the banks some more, checking every likely
looking area, it also looks like some carp may be living under one
of the barges outside the Marina. With the chimney pumping away and
lights on in the boat, Adam figures it must be pretty warm under
there:
Often the regularly lived in spots along the canal will be where
the fish hide. In many instances, the owners of the boats feed the
fish accidentally, chucking their leftovers straight out the
window! I see fizzing, and I reckon it must be carp.
Having checked lots of snags, bridges and other areas of cover,
Adam heads home to start tying rigs for the following day.
day 29.30amHaving dropped his son off at nursery, Adam arrives
and unloads his gear onto his Korum Compact Barrow ready for a
canal assault!
10.30amFollowing a short walk along the canal, checking all the
likely looking spots once again, Adam spots what looks like fizzing
between two boats. Well worth an hour or two that is, he grins,
grabbing his gear off the Compact Barrow. Its still a little
chilly, so maybe the morning activity of the boats cooking
breakfast has moved these fish around. Two carefully placed casts
later, Adams in business.
11.10amThe boats are starting to head off for the day, so Im
putting some backleads on to prevent disasters, Adam explains. Ive
also kept my tips high enough that the boat users can see them, and
running them parallel to the bank means no broken rod tips from
either boats or maniac cyclists! A top tip and one any canal angler
will know is well worthwhile!
12.00pmWith the fizzing having subsided and the morning activity
in and out of the Marina having died down, Adam moves to the mouth
of the Marina. Its where he confidently put most of his bait last
night. The carp live in the Marina according to my research. I can
understand why, its like a little lake back there."
12.40pmRods are placed in the mouth of the Marina and along the
entry wall. A top up of Code Red boilies just reminds the carp its
there!
2.50pmWeve just had a rain shower and the canal came alive with
activity. Carp have been crashing in the Marina and theres been
fizzing over his rods. Just as the air of anticipation becomes too
much to handle, Adams right hand rod kicks into action!
Bream! he fumes. Time to switch to the Snowman rigs and avoid
these little blighters.
Day 1: 5.00pm pre-baiting can bring instant results | Day 2:
9.30am a barrow is essential for canal carping | Day 2: 11.10am
backleads prevent disasters when fishing near boats
its still a little chilly, so mayBe the morning activity of the
Boats cooKing BreaKfast has moved these fish around adam firth
The adjustable loading area on the new Compact Barrow makes
canal carping much easier
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3.10pmNo sooner does Adam get his rod back on the money with a
Snowman rig, he gets a much more positive take. This is most
definitely a carp! The fish tried to get in the Marina and gave my
tackle a real test. Hes a lovely little common. Not a monster, but
more than welcome.
4.00pmAdam went for a walk along the bank to check some of his
other spots, only to have to come flying back down the canal as his
left hand rod this time signaled a massive dropback.
This one was off the entry wall, the fish mustve just swam
straight towards me and downstream. When I picked up the rod he was
under the boats! After a powerful tussle with what looks like a
decent mirror, Adam punches the air as it kisses the spreader
block.
4.05pmWhat a beauty, laughs Adam. Its a cracking mirror and well
deserved. This fish looks like it would probably be 20lb+ if it
lived in a lake munching boilies. I love these lean canal carp.
4.30pmI suppose Id better adhere to the rules, smiles Adam,
packing his gear onto the barrow. And I dont mean the No Night
Fishing, either. If Im not home to cook the tea the missus will go
wild!
A good days fishing and just enough time for a quick half in the
local pub before heading home. Job done!
What id do With another 12 hoursIll definitely be heading back
out on the canal again through the colder months. There are other
Marinas nearby with superb winter track records, with rumours of
bigger fish, too.
"Bait seems to be really crucial to where the carp will feed. I
know the fish will live around the Marinas and areas of structure,
but baiting those spots means when they get hungry and leave the
Marinas, theres something waiting for them. Hopefully Ill bag a
canal 20, to tick off a goal thats been on my list for a few
years.
Heres hoping you guys reading this get out and can manage
exactly the same. Good luck!
Finding Canal Carp
1 Bridges and other brick structures are often a magnet
for canal fish. They are also a good vantage point when
looking for canal cruisers.
2 Snags large or small can hold fish. At the very least,
bait
them and keep an eye on them for future trips.
3 Overhanging trees that offer cover over deeper water
are a perfect hangout for carp. This particular spot is a
known area for the species.
4 Boats that are resident in an area and kept warm can
often attract carp. They like the warmth and free food
from lived in barges.
5 Marinas are a haven for canal carp and usually a great
starting point. Always be mindful of the residents.
Theyre paying to live there!
6 If you know carp get caught from your stretch, a walk
will soon show where anglers regularly fish. Bankstick
holes are a dead giveaway.
What a Beauty. i love these lean canal carp. adam firth
Day 2: 12.40pm a top up of Sonubaits Code Red keeps the fish
interested | Day 2: 2.50pm bream can be a nuisance on canals
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Carp rodsDesigned for all modern carp fishing methods these rods
have all the backbone and playing action required to cope with the
biggest of casts and largest of carp.
12lb xpert reel lineThis super smooth line can be used for a
huge range of fishing styles. The green tinge makes the line blend
in under the water, making sure the fish are less wary.
korum Carp bite alarm and indiCatorProvides all you need to fish
a static rod. The all new alarm boasts an extra long battery life
thanks to an advanced specification of internal circuitry. It has
an indexed front power/volume adjustment knob which offers loud
audible indication quickly and efficiently. Also included in the
kit is our popular Bite Indicator with 4 choices of bobbin
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3-rod+ Carper holdallThree rods can be carried ready-rigged in
their own fully-padded compartments, along with up to three further
rods with or without tubes, or a pole. Outer pocket takes our
landing nets and banksticks with ease.
let's gocarping!
everything you Will need to fish the canals for carp liKe
adam
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kZr mini pit 6000From its wide arbour spool to its compact body,
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on even the most powerful casts.
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Carp rigThese rigs take the hassle out of carp fishing. They
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Carping OnCarp fishing doesn't have to be complicated. In fact,
using Korum Carp Rigs, it's easier than
ever before. Simply tie on to your line with the end tackle in
the packet, add a bait and a
lead, and you're fishing.
2oz K-flat sWivel leadAlso available in 1.1, 1.5, 3 &
4oz
Boilie catapultFeed the carp some free bait using
the Korum Boilie Catapult
Korum Braid carp rigComes with a Lead Clip included
15lB xpert reel lineAlso available in 6, 8, 10, & 12lb
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cArPING ON setting up the perfect rig
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how to Tie a Carp Rig
1 Thread a Carp Lead Clip and tail rubber onto your reel line 2
Tie your reel line to the Carp Rig swivel with your preferred knot
3 Pull the swivel into the Lead Clip to secure it in place
4 Attach your chosen lead to the Lead Clip 5 Insert a Quickstop
Needle into the base of your Quickstop 6 Push the Quickstop through
a Code Red boilie and you are ready to fish!
quicKstopped BoilieAttach the quickstop on your Korum
Carp Rig
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SurfaceSuccessKorums short session specialist, ed mattheWs
recalls a successful session,
lasting only a couple of hours, With a rather impressive
end!
i Was over the moon, a neW uK pB and caught off the surface too!
ed matthews
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Id been watching the weather closely on the run up to this
session. It had turned hot, with a slight wind blowing, ideal for a
spot of surface fishing. This is my favourite way to target carp
and I was chomping at the bit to get down the lake. When I arrived
I got my surface fishing kit out of the car as fast as possible and
started to make my way around the lake. Its important to travel
light when surface fishing, as conditions can change quickly with
the fish often moving accordingly, one minute they will be in front
of you, the next at the other end of the lake!
As I walked around there were a handful of other anglers already
fishing, I found one group of fish milling around in the sun
catching some rays, but unfortunately there was someone fishing the
water that the desired peg covers. I carried on around to where
there was a long area of bank not being fished, on closer
inspection I could make out the odd fish bow waving in-between
patches of weed.
That was all I needed to see and couldnt wait to wet a line. I
spodded out five spodfuls of Sonubaits Oily Floaters well beyond,
and up wind of the fish, then sat and watched. With my Korum
Polarized Sunglasses on, the bronze lenses really helped to see
what was going on just under the waters surface. A few fish swam
right under my baits, ignoring them, however one committed to
taking three or four freebies. The wind was blowing into my swim
which wasnt ideal for presentation but at least I had the fish in
front of me, I spodded again before waiting for another reaction. A
new member, Dave arrived and we chatted while the bait drifted in
towards us and again a few baits where eaten before the wind picked
up and put the fish down. I decided to keep the bait going in with
both Spod and Catapult and Dave decided to go his separate way. No
sooner had he left the swim, the wind dropped the lakes surface
like glass and I was presented with an opportunity.
With balanced tackle floater fishing can be extremely good fun.
My 2.2lb Xpert Rod and KXi
50 reel loaded with 10lb Xpert Reel Line are just right for the
job, and with the help of a 20g Klear Controller I can easily cast
an Oily Floater or a tough Oozing Floater hookbait over 80
yards!
Swimming from left to right was a large fish, so I cast my
hookbait out well past the fish, slowly winding it back into the
path which the fish was taking. Its worth noting that when I fish
like this, I prefer to use a real mixer from straight out the bag
as the takes are often more committed.
This time was to be no different and the fish took my hookbait
as sweet as a nut, but on doing so realised something was wrong and
the water erupted as the fish was hooked! The carp then made off on
a long run towards where I knew there was a snag so I applied what
pressure I dared and was able to turn the fish in the nick of time.
The fight then turned into a steady plod, leading me to believe
this might be a decent fish. As the carp neared the net I could see
it was indeed a lump and prayed for my tackle to hold.
I neednt have worried, the 4ft, 8lb Xpert Power Mono hooklink
and size 10 Xpert Specimen hook did their job perfectly and the
fish went in the net first time calmed down by a bit of trailing
weed. I left the fish in the net and quickly phoned Dave who was by
this time in his car driving through the gate! Dave was more than
willing to come back to help out. We picked the fish out the water
and straight away I could feel it was pretty heavy, up on the
scales it went up to 41lb exactly.
I was over the moon, a new UK PB and caught off the surface too!
A quick few photos and the fish was soon back home. I stood on the
swim with a big smile on my face, the wind had now picked up and
any signs of fish had now disappeared. My chance to catch that fish
was very short lived and with the conditions changing I decided to
make my way home for a cider in the sun!
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1 Slide two Korum Rubber Stops onto your main line 2 Followed by
a Korum Klear Controller 3 Add two more Korum Rubber Stops
Surface SecretsCatching big carp off the surface is an art, but
it's not difficult to set up a successful rig.
Here's the very setup Ed Matthews used for his monster 40lb
surface carp. Try it!
Klear controllerAvailable in 10 & 20g
10lB xpert reel lineAlso available in 6, 8, 12 & 15lb
xpert ruBBer stopsEach pack contains 6 small, 6
medium & 6 large
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how to Tie a Surface Rig
4 Tie on a size 8 Korum Xpert Specialist hook with your
preferred knot 5 Slide a Korum Bait Band onto the shank of the hook
6 Using a Baiting Needle, pull the Bait Band through a Sonubaits
Oozing Floater
irresistiBle BaitSonubaits Floater Pack contains
the complete pack of hookbaits and pellets for feeding
specialist hooK & Bait BandHooks available in barbed or
barbless in sizes 6-16
Bait bands contain a mixture of 3.2 & 4.8mm bands per
pack
Bait & tacKle pouchPerfect for keeping bait and small
tackle items in
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Despite the huge strides made in making quality baits for tench
and bream there is still little doubt that one of the absolute best
remains the humble grub. In both its forms (maggot and caster)
nothing gets big fish switched on as much as mass and accurate
baiting with these versatile baits. For the last couple of seasons
Ive targeted tench and bream on a couple of large stillwaters using
this approach, and in this short article Im going to detail the way
I set up for this style of fishing.
Ill start with the basic gear; I find the 1.5lb Xpert rod is
absolutely perfect for this approach and is matched with a KZR 6000
Mini Pit reel loaded with 10lb Xpert Reel Line, this creates a
lovely balanced set up, casting feeders with ease whilst allowing
you to play fish on relatively light hooklinks with total
confidence.
Assuming Ive already established that my target fish are in the
water Im fishing, Ill start by leading around with a marker float
set up. As a rule of thumb if bream are my target Ill be looking
for weed free areas between 25 and 60 yards from the bank, whereas
if tench are the quarry Ill be much less concerned by the weed, in
fact Id positively welcome it, and be looking for a spot between 10
and 35 yards from the margin. Once the swim is identified Ill leave
the marker float in place before casting the spod right on top of
the marker, after identifying a far bank feature such as a tree or
building Ill then clip this up and walk it along the
bank, clipping both my fishing rods up to exactly the same
distance before tying some marker elastic on the main line a foot
from the rod tip. Ill now wind the marker float in and make about
two dozen casts with the spod, loaded with dead maggots, casters
and hemp in fairly equal measures. When baiting up like this I aim
to create an area about the size of a pool table and fish one rod
on each end of this zone. Once completed the swim is now primed and
ready to fish, and depending on the stock density and conditions,
the fish can (and do) move over the feed in a matter of minutes,
often I have a had a take within minutes of my first cast.
With the swim now ready it's time to focus on the end rigs. I
like to keep the swim topped up with regular amounts of fresh live
red maggots and I do this using a Korum Grub Feeder. For tench and
bream I like to use the 45g version as its not too heavy to risk
bouncing a small hook out of a hooked fish, but is more than heavy
enough to create the desired bolt effect. The feeder itself has an
anti-tangle rig sleeve and a green translucent outer shell with a
flat leaded bottom ensuring it sits the right way up on every cast.
Not only does its streamlined shape help with distance casting, Ive
found the added bonus that when fished inline it's much less
susceptible to snagging in thick weed that tench love to head for
when hooked than a traditional, square profiled feeder. I like to
ensure the last few feet of my rig are pinned down to prevent
spooking fish, and as I find backleads can also snag in weed I
prefer to
the humBle maggot is nothing short of irresistiBle When
targeting
specimen fish. northern ace gary KnoWles explains hoW to maKe
the
most of your maggot fishing.
gary knowles
Occupation: Construction Project Manager
Favourite venue: Cheshire Mere
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GET GrubbING gary knowles
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fish with a 60cm long Xpert Speci Leader above the feeder.
Although lead-free this material sinks like a stone, following the
lake beds contours whilst also reducing the potential for tangles
on the cast. The Grub Feeder is simply threaded onto the leader and
pushed gently onto the pre-attached Quick Change Bead creating a
safe, but effective bolt rig.
For the hooklink I prefer a slightly stiffer mono, again due to
its anti-tangle properties, and I use Xpert Power Mono hooklink in
8lb. As Im looking to create a bolt effect I prefer a short
hooklink and find something between 4 and 6 just about perfect. At
the business end I use a Palomar knot to attach a size 12 Xpert
Power Hook, and to increase my hook up rate I always make the rig
much more effective by creating a line-aligner by threading a
single Korum Artificial Maggot up the shank of the hook, starting
at the centre of the thick end of the grub, and coming out a few
millimetres down from the pointed end. As well as putting the
required aggressive angle in the hook, it also has the added
benefit of counterbalancing the weight of the hook, thus creating a
critically balanced bait, one which fools the shy biting tench over
and over again.
With the rods clipped up and the swim already baited its now
just a simple case of adding a couple
of live maggots onto the bend of the hook in the traditional
way, then popping open the clasp on the Grub Feeder, loading with
live maggots and casting to the far bank marker, feathering your
line until it hits the surface.
Before setting the bobbin remember to unclip the line from the
spool as once hooked on this rig, tench in particular can give real
screaming runs that would snap you off if the line remained in the
line clip.
To get the maximum effect out of this style of fishing you need
to keep the bait going into the swim so Ill generally recast each
rod every 20 minutes or so, keeping the swim active. If you havent
had a bite since your last cast simply re-clip your main line to
the spool before winding in, re-bait and recast. Or following a
fish or a missed take, all you need to do is cast into the lake
away from your swim, wind in until the marker braid is a foot from
the rod tip again, clip up and you are good to go again, safe in
the knowledge you are fishing tight and effectively over your
baited spot.
Maggot fishing is an enjoyable and very effective method made
simple by the new Xpert end range from Korum. If you havent tried
it yet, you should. You wont be disappointed.
Rods1.5lb Xpert rod
ReelsKZR Mini Pit 6000
Main Line10lb Xpert Reel Line
End TackleGrub FeederXpert Power HookXpert Power Mono 8lbSpeci
Leader
Rig4-6" Mono
BaitKorum Natural MaggotsLive Maggots
gary's
tacKlemaggot fishing is an enjoyaBle, and very effective method
made simple By the neW xpert end range. gary knowles
A 15lb 12oz Northwest Mere bream
A 9lb tench from a large northern stillwater
A 9lb 1oz female tench caught on maggots
This 14lb 7oz bream couldn't handle a short hooklink
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1 This is what you'll need to create the perfect Grub Feeder rig
2 Thread three live maggots onto a mag aligner rig 3 Select the
Grub Feeder size required and open the top shell
Get Them Grubbing Around
The Grub Feeder is a superb presentation for a host of
species.
Here's one of the most effective ways to fish the feeder a short
bolt rig!
xpert poWer monoAvailable in 4-15lb
xpert semi fix BeadTapered to allow a slow release
tWo Korum faKe maggotsAvailable in Fluoro or Natural in
Red/White or Yellow/Orange
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how to Load a Grub Feeder
4 Fill the Grub Feeder with maggots covered in Sonubaits Krill
Flavour Shaker 5 Make sure the maggots are just under the rim of
the feeder lid 6 Click the lid shut to secure the feeder and cast
out
8lB xpert reel lineAlso available in 6, 10, 12 & 15lb
xpert speci leaderAvailable in green and brown
gruB feederAvailable in small in 15 & 30g and
large in 30, 60 & 90g
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Monstersmany Big fish angler
s often underestimate the effectiveness
of the method feeder.
With tWo recent huge captures on this tac
tic, phil spinKs reveals his secrets
on the Method
phil spinks
Occupation: Tackle Shop ManagerFavourite venue: River Wensum
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MONSTErS ON THE METHOD phil spinks
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Method Feeder fishing is something that I love doing. Its a
style of fishing that makes me 100% confident that my rig and
hookbait are sat in the perfect position waiting for a fish to take
it. Its also one of the easiest styles of fishing that you could
do!
Method feeders can be used on all types of set-ups, from light
feeder rods, through to big beefed up carp rods. You can use it
with pellets or groundbait and even cast long distances, or place
it onto a margin spot. But the main advantage is that you will
always be fishing effectively when the feeder hits the bottom.
My bait choice is simple I like to use groundbait around a
feeder as it packs into a very aerodynamic shape and also contains
less actual feed content than pellets. Groundbait is massively
underestimated as a bait for big carp and tench, with most anglers
opting for boilies and pellets. The carpet of feed, with your
hookbait sat in the middle is virtually irresistible to specimen
fish.
Due to this method being often overlooked by specimen anglers, I
think this is why I have had so much success with it. You may have
seen in the angling press my success in catching Norfolks largest
carp, a fish given the nickname of Babyface, at a huge weight of
52lb 1oz. A 45g Dura Method feeder was the successful tactic. The
big girl fell to three fake casters hair rigged on a small size 12
Xpert Specimen hook tied to a short 3 inch Xpert Braided Hooklink
in 10lb breaking strain.
The fight was awesome on a light 1.75lb Xpert rod and KZR 6000
reel loaded with 12lb Xpert Reel Line, everything balanced out
lovely when playing the 50lb-er, the only thing that I nearly lost
was my nerves when I saw the huge carp powering up and down the
margins attached to my specialist gear. It was such a great feeling
when I managed to lift the net safely around the bigun. It just
goes to show that Method feeders arent just for match anglers!
I was still on a high the following week and as Id caught the
biggest carp in the lake, the carp anglers didnt turn up so I was
able to get in a much tenchier looking swim. After a quiet night
the tench came on the feed around 7am and I'd soon notched up eight
lovely tench, the biggest one, a beautiful female fish with
immaculate bottle green flanks, which topped the scales at 10lb
4oz. Backed up by a few bonus sized roach around the 2lb mark, I
left the lake mid-morning a happy man. With a double figure tench
and a 50lb carp under my belt within a week, theres no doubting
that the Method is a great tactic for specimen fish.
Rods1.75lb Xpert Rod
ReelKZR Mini Pit 6000
Main Line12lb Xpert Reel Line
End TackleDura Method FeederSpeci LeaderXpert Specimen HookXpert
Power Braid
RigMethod Feeder Rig
BaitSonubaits 50:50 Method:PasteSonubaits Hemp & Hali
Crush
phil's
tacKle
With a douBle figure tench and a 50lB carp under my Belt Within
a WeeK, theres no douBting that the method is a great tactic for
specimen fish. phil spinks
The Dura Method Mould creates an aerodynamic shape for
casting
This 10lb 4oz tench was tricked using a Dura Method Feeder |
Never underestimate the power of a Method Feeder as this 52lb 1oz
mirror shows!
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A Methodical ApproachThe Korum Dura-Method feeder casts miles,
keeps bait on unlike ANY other Method feeder and
catches loads of big fish every year. Here's the rig Phil Spinks
uses to such good effect.
oozing pop upsNew from Sonubaits available in
Coconut, Krill, Pineapple & Squid Ink
The perfect powerful team of Xpert Power Hooks and Xpert Power
Braid
Sonubaits 2mm Fin Perfect Feed Pellets are ideal
soaKed pellets
1. KSKPL/01
xpert poWer Braid & hooK
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A METHODIcAl APPrOAcH setting up the perfect rig
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how to Load a Dura Method
1 Load a small amount of pellets into the bottom of the Dura
Method Mould 2 Place your hookbait on top of these pellets 3 Press
down in the middle of the feeder 4 Press the outer edges of the
feeder to ensure the bait sticks 5 Use the push button base to
separate the mould from the feeder 6 The finished article, an
aerodynamic Method Feeder
xpert speci leaderAvailable in green and brown
dura method feederAvailable in 30, 45 & 60g
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setting up the perfect rig A METHODIcAl APPrOAcH
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Big tench fishing can Be extremely reWarding. from frantic
Waters Where dozens of Bites are expected, or Big gravel pits Where
one Bite could Be the catch of a lifetime, having ultimate faith in
the rigs you're using can maKe all the difference. Team Korum have
caught more double figure tench between them than most could dream
of, but despite this, most of the lads stick to the same set of
rigs for the majority of their tench fishing. Check out these
ultra-effective setups they're simple to make up and easy to use,
meaning you can fish with the utmost confidence. As always, they
are all put together using a key range of Korum terminal tackle,
feeders and leads. Add these rigs to your armoury and you'll be
catching more big tench in no time.
Maggot RigMaggots can be a devastating bait for tench,
especially when the fishing is difficult. The short hooklink and
bolt rig effect of this rig is extremely effective. It can be
fished as a mag aligner style rig, or even with three hair-rigged
artificial maggots.
1 Grub Feeder 2 Speci Leader - brown 3 Xpert Power Braid - brown
10lb 4 Xpert Power Hook 5 Artificial Maggots
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ulTIMATE TENcH rIGS choosing the right one
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Leadclip RigA scaled down version of rigs used by carp anglers,
the leadclip rig is perfect early in the year when there is less
weed, or when fishing on gravel spots. Short hooklink of around 6
inches will fool any tench when it picks up your hookbait. It also
has the advantage of being able to lose the lead while fishing in
and around weed, making playing fish much easier!
1 Speci Leader 2 Speci Lead Clip 3 Xpert Power Braid - green
10lb 4 Xpert Specimen Hook 5 Artificial Corn 6 Flat Swivel Lead
Heli-rigThis is the ultimate rig for fishing long distances due
to is aerodynamic shape and tangle-free properties. The use of the
feeder allows bait to be introduced accurately near to the
hookbait, while the short hooklength aids in the hooking of the
fish. Use this and youll never suffer with tangles again.
1 Ready Heli Kit - Quick-Change Swivel 2 Xpert Power Mono - 10lb
3 Xpert Power Hook 4 Combi Feeder 5 Artificial Maggots
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choosing the right one ulTIMATE TENcH rIGS
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dura-method feeders & mouldsThe Method feeder is arguably
the most prolific tactic in modern coarse fishing, but we felt we
could improve upon our original flatbed Method feeder. By making
the feeders from metal, providing an impact shield on the front and
improving the traditional style Method mould, we've developed
feeders that are now the first choice of many top match anglers,
specimen anglers and carp fisherman. Sizes 30g, 45g, 60g.
river feedersThis is the first feeder made especially for river
fishing one that takes into account the flow of the river, as well
as the realities of fishing in deeper water. The contoured shape
has an extremely low profile, meaning you can use a lighter feeder
where you'd usually have to go up a size. The impact cage at the
top of the feeder also ensures all your bait gets to the river bed.
Sizes 60g and 90g in small and 90g and 120g in large.
comBi- feedersThe best of both worlds. Supplied with a removable
set of caps, this can be used as a Block-End or an Open End feeder
depending on the situation required. There's no need to carry
around such a wide range of feeders, just take the Combi-Feeders.
Available in sizes from 30g to 150g, to cover the vast majority of
angling scenarios. The Combi-Feeder caps will fit all of our Open
Ended Feeders, if you already have those.
gruB feedersArguably the most exciting feeder to hit the market
for many years. This new 'clam-style' frame enables you to fill the
feeder in the palm of your hand, without losing any bait in the
process. Simply click open, fill, then click shut. What could be
easier? This in-line feeder also features the first ever built-in
line clip, to shorten rigs and present buoyant baits right over the
top of the feeder. Sizes 15g and 30g in small and 30g, 60g and 90g
large.
open ended feedersProbably the most popular feeder in coarse
fishing! A wide variety of sizes to suit the majority of
situations, we've everything from 30g to 150g. The material used is
extremely hard-wearing, and the camouflage colour will not scare
fish. So whether you're casting out for big bream on large
reservoirs, or chasing monster barbel on flooded rivers, these
sturdy, reliable feeders simply will not let you down.
mesh feedersA great alternative to the traditional Open End
feeder when you want a faster release of bait and an increased
amount of attraction pumping from the feeder. The first choice for
many anglers using pre-soaked pellets, or lighter, fluffier mixes
of groundbait for silver fish. These feeders work brilliantly
loaded with everything from bread, groundbait, pellets and even
chopped meat. Sizes from 30g to 150g
LEADERSIN FEEDERS Korum's range of sWim feeders is Both
innovative and reliaBle. something for every angling approach.
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lEADErS IN FEEDErS feeders for every situation
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groundbait bowl & hoopComplete with lid, mounted on a frame
to attach to any Korum chair.
dura-method feeders & dura-method mouldsProvide a super
strong feeder that ensures all of your bait gets to the lakebed
thanks to its unique design and structure. The dedicated mould
gives a tapered shape to your bait for increased casting
distances.
8lb xpert reel lineThis super smooth line can be used for a huge
range of fishing styles, we've worked hard to make a line that can
be pulled tight to iron out any kinks and to stop pig tails. The
green tinge makes the line blend in under the water, making sure
the fish are less wary. With 1000m on every spool you're sure to
get good value for money.
quiCk Change beadEnables you to change your hooklength instantly
and acts as a shock bead when fishing a running feeder. Simple to
use and totally reliable.
Cs series 10ft feeder rodOur most popular CS Series rod which is
perfect for feeder work on commercials. Each rod in the range has a
short handle for ease and comfort, whether fishing from a seatbox
or from a chair.
getorganised
availaBle in 9, 10, 11 &12ft feeder rods & 11, 12 &
13ft float rods
method feeder essentials
quiCkstops on hair rigsAvailable in barbed and barbless in short
(4") or long (15") in sizes 10-16.
korum method runner reel 3000 Designed specifically for fishing
with Method Feeders for hard fighting carp. Perfect when used with
the CS Series 10ft Feeder rod and enables you to leave the rod on
freespool. Also available in 4000.
availaBle in standard & large in BlacK & camou
availaBle in sizes 6-15lb
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baitattachmentquicKstops with chris ponsfordOf all of the ways
of attaching baits, the Quickstop is by far my favourite. Their
shape allows them to be pushed through all manner of baits, both
hard and soft, and as the name suggests, quickly! By attaching the
Quickstop to my rig using a small loop, the Quickstop will stay
permanently attached. Using the Quickstop Needle will allow you to
push the Quickstop through your chosen bait with ease. Whether Im
using soft pellets on a Dura Method Feeder or worm section with a
Mesh Feeder, Ive always got a Quickstop attached.
hair rigs with mat woodsThe Hair rig has been a method of
attaching baits for a very long time. Most modern methods of
attaching baits use some form of the hair rig for attaching the
bait to the rig, whether tied into the loop permanently, or clipped
on afterwards. What I like about the rig is the simplicity of it,
the speed and ease of tying is a massive positive for me. It can be
used for all manner of baits, from boilies and pellets, to
artificial baits such as maggot or corn. It has stood the test of
time!
Bait Bands with shaun hodgesBait bands make attaching baits
securely an easy task. Theres also more than just one way to attach
your baits using them. For the most part, I use bait bands on short
rigs, used on Method Feeders when using pellets or Bandums as
hookbaits. I like to use a short hair, with the band trapped in a
loop to leave the hook exposed. When Im surface fishing, the band
allows me to keep the bait tight to the shank of the hook, leaving
the point exposed, but also hiding the hook.
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bAIT ATTAcHMENT which set up to use
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paste cages with tim janssenTheres no denying that barbel love
paste. Its soft texture and huge amount of smell and taste is
irresistible. The shape of the Korum Paste Cages allow you to push
the paste inside the cage, giving great amounts of grip to hold the
paste on the rig in fast flowing water, where the barbel live.
Theres two different sizes, depending on what size lump of paste is
needed. By simply flattening the lump of paste, laying the cage in
the middle, and moulding it into the cage will make sure the paste
wont come off.
Boilie screWs with phil spinksI do lots of fishing with boilies
throughout the year. Not only for carp but all manner of species.
For some of this fishing, the speed in which I can get my rig back
out is essential, often leading to multiple captures within the
space of minutes. For this, I need a way of attaching my baits
easily, quickly and securely. This is where the Korum Boilie Screw
comes in. This little screw will attach to any loop and theres no
risk of it coming free during the fight. Theres no messing around
trying to find baiting needles and boilie stops, just screw it in
and cast out!
meat screWs with nigel botherwayKeeping meat on the hook can be
a real pain. This soft, smelly bait can easily come off when hooked
directly, and a small boilie stop is easily pulled through the
middle of the bait, not ideal when you need to keep your bait on
for a long cast. Korum Meat Screws solved the problem their wide,
deep screw cuts into your meat hookbaits holding them firmly on the
rig, enough to withstand long casts and fast flow from rivers. Its
also matched to the colour of the meat to look natural. Simply
attach the Meat Screws to any rig with a loop, using the small and
secure retro-fit hook.
With many different Ways of attaching your Baits, it can
sometimes Be a Bit confusing on What to use and When. Weve asKed
six memBers of team Korum, Which is their favourite and Why!
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gravel pit fishingdai gribble
dreaming of a monster Bream? Big fish ace and long time
all-rounder dai griBBle has had his fair share of them over the
years, and in the throes of his oWn Bream campaign has come up
With some gems of advice for those seeKing suBstantially sized
slaBs
dai gribble
Occupation: EA Senior Environment Officer
Favourite venue: The next one!
@KorumFishing MonsteRbream
Tactics for
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TAcTIcS FOr MONSTEr brEAM dai gribble
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Most species of fish are easier to catch at certain times of the
year than others. My experience of fishing in what used to be the
closed season is that bream are easier to catch from March through
to May right up to spawning than at any other time of the year. In
the past I used to have a break from fishing at the end of the
river season but not anymore bream generally start to feed earlier
than carp and tench so as soon as the river rods are put away its
time to get the bream tackle out.
locationBig bream tend to come from big waters and the key to
successful bream fishing in the spring is the same as at any other
time location. So where do you start trying to locate bream?
At any given time of year bream tend to be found in the same
areas of a lake as previous years so if the water youre targeting
has swims that have produced bream in past springs this is a good
starting point.
The ever-friendly carp anglers are also a good help in locating
them however secretive they are about their carp catches most are
only too happy telling you about the 'huge bream' theyve caught. If
you make them aware youre interested in bream not carp they are
usually very helpful but be warned - most carp anglers dont even
net bream, let alone weigh them, so the weights they quote are
often on the optimistic side. At a glance a 10lb bream doesnt look
hugely different from a fish a lot bigger, particularly in
torchlight, so dont be surprised if the average weight of any fish
you catch is lower than those claimed by carp anglers!
Bream dont like thick weed so clear areas such as gravel bars in
the middle of a weedy area can be good, especially if they are few
and far between. They also have the advantage of being good for
bait presentation compared to silty areas.
Bream do sometimes roll but in my experience on a number of
different types of water the small populations of big bream only
tend to roll over baited areas so whilst it makes sense to keep an
eye out for rolling fish I wouldnt pin too much faith in sighting
rolling fish.
In the absence of any clues opt for a swim at a good range in
open water facing east so you will be fishing into westerly winds,
ideally with a good view of as much of the water as possible. In
such circumstances you need to trust in the pulling power of your
bait and the undertow from a west wind will take the bait trail out
into the lake rather than into your feet!
rigsI have never found bream to be 'riggy', unlike carp and
tench. As a result my main criteria in choosing a rig is that it
doesnt tangle. If Im fishing close enough to use a PVA bag of
pellets then a standard lead clip rig with a 6 inch coated
hooklength stripped back about an inch from the hook works well. At
long range I find this rig is prone to tangle, especially if it is
windy. I suspect this is because the hookbait is much lighter than
a typical carp set-up. A Speci Leader attached to a Speci Lead Clip
will hold the lead, and the hooklink is a prototype coated braid. I
opt for an Xpert Power hook in a Size 8 to finish off the rig.
A lot of my bream fishing has been at very long range (100+
yards) as the nearest gravel spots amongst the weed that have
historically produced bream are at this range. My preferred rig for
this range is a variation on the chod rig, but with a sinking
hookbait. I use a 60cm Speci Leader and trap the hooklength in the
middle with Korum Rubber Stops set about 2cm apart. The hooklength
is about 4 inches of 10lb Xpert Power Mono attached to a Korum
Xpert Power Size 8 tied with a knotless knot leaving about 1cm
between the hook and the bait. Ive fished this rig at well over 100
yards and never once had a tangle with it.
RodXpert 1.5lb
ReelKXi Freespin Reel
Rig10lb Xpert Power Mono Size 8 Xpert Power hook
End TackleSpeci LeaderSpeci Lead ClipRubber Stops
AlarmKorum Carp Bite AlarmXL Bite Indicator
dai's
tacKle
Bream don't liKe thicK Weed, so clear areas such as gravel Bars
in the middle of a Weedy area can Be good, especially if they are
feW and far BetWeen. dai gribble
Dai's number 1 rig for big bream | Fishing for big bream can
sometimes be a waiting game | Lots of bait is needed for big bream
fishing
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night time is BestIf you like to sleep in your own bed at night
forget fishing for big bream.
Whilst most fish come in the dark hours enough come before dark
to make it advisable to get your bait out a couple of hours before
dark and cast as soon as possible afterwards so if the bream turn
up early you are ready and waiting. Dont be in a hurry to wind in
the following morning either.
A few years ago I had just told my mate that he wouldnt catch
with his hooks in his butt rings when minutes later at 10am I had a
bite the culprit being a 16lb 2oz bream.
I use fairly heavy bobbins, Korum XL Bite Indicators with the
weights attached are ideal. The bites tend to be the up and down
type if you get a screamer its probably a tench or a carp! Whilst
most bream dont fight much the odd one does, though the fight is
rarely memorable, a big bream of 14lb or more is an impressive
fish.
Hopefully if youve read this far youre keen to have a go for a
big bream and if so I hope the above advice drawing on many years
experience will help you along the way.
Another big bream goes back into the lake
Night time can be productive! | Big bream have big mouths and
can eat a lot of bait
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ZONEFLAVOUR
Andy Findlay
Occupation: BuilderFavourite venue: Makins, Leicester
@KorumFishing
Match fishing genius and tackle innovator Andy Findlay visits
one of his favourite venues, to put his 'Flavour Zone' idea to the
test on the Method feeder.
Andy 'The Fin' Findlay is a man who needs little introduction.
He's been dominating the UK match carp scene for decades, using new
inventions, tactics and techniques to keep himself one step ahead
of the competition. The Leicestershire-rod has more wins to his
name than most of us can care to dream of, regularly clinching
match victories with his inherent ability to catch loads and loads
of carp!
The commercials are certainly where Andy is most at home, but
it's not just match venues that take Andy's fancy. In fact, some of
his favourite local venues are small club venues and day ticket
waters, that he finds perfect for trailing new bait mixes, or
giving new inventions a try.
With products like the flatbed Method feeder, Pellet Feeder,
Banjo Feeder and Pellet Cone to name but a few all coming from the
mind of this awesome angler, Andy's always tinkering with new
things. So with the fishing tough and the weather inclement, what
does The Fin have up his sleeve this time to get a bend in the
rod?
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8.30amIt's a blustery day at Brooksby College lake near Melton
Mowbray, Leicestershire. It's a venue top match man and innovator
Andy Findlay holds dear to his heart for good reason! The venue
itself holds a historical significance in fishing, as this is where
Andy developed the first ever flatbed Method feeders.
"I used to come here with the prototypes," he grins, "It was
obvious the feeder was going to be special and is now easily the
most popular fishing style on match and pleasure venues. It all
started here."
8.35amIndeed, Andy fancies a bite or two on the Method today,
using one of the most recent guises of this flatbed feeder. The
Korum Dura-Method is new to Andy's armoury, but the tactic he'll be
trying today is an edge he's known about for years.
"So many anglers use the same approach now, it pays to have an
edge up your sleeve," he explains, preparing his Salted Nut Crush
groundbait for the feeder.
"I mix my groundbait different to most, adding all the water in
one go and letting the mix become almost cake-like. Initially it
looks like there's too much water, but after half an hour or so, I
can just rub my hands through it and it's perfect for fishing. Much
stickier! It won't dry out through the day either."
9amAndy begins making a few preliminary casts to get clipped up
to a far bank margin. It's an area Andy fancies as it's sheltered
from the wind and there are some overhanging trees in the area.
"It's perfect for my Flavour Zone technique. I want to get the
fish really interested in this spot, so they visit it more
frequently through the day," says Andy. "I do this using a liquid
and powdered boost to my bait."
This involves a squirt of neat Salted Nut Crush Liquid Flavour
directly on the loaded feeder. Not mixed through the groundbait,
just pure liquid on the outside of the groundbait. "This creates an
instant cloud through the water column. It's more instant in this
cool water than when it's diluted through a groundbait. This
particular liquid has been a real edge this winter. It's salty, but
also sweet," adds Andy. "It must drive the carp's tastebuds
wild!"
9.30amAfter an initially slow start, where Andy actually
switched to a sweetcorn hookbait to get a quick bite, the rod hoops
round with a hard-fighting carp. "Found them," Andy smiles.
10amAndy now switches to the Method feeder, but won't be casting
too regularly. With the water still cool, he's playing the game of
patience, letting the nutty liquid and groundbait work its magic
rather than bombarding the area with too much
bait. "I want to concentrate the fishes attention to one area,"
he says, "Too much bait at this time of year can be the kiss of
death."
With that, the tip rattles with a drop back and Andy winds down
to another fish. "I'd just switched hookbaits to a Sonubaits
Band'um in a different colour. They're perfect for using in a bait
band as the shape makes banding them easier. Good job, my hands are
cold!"
10.45amWith a few twitchy bites resulting in no fish, Andy
switches hooks to a new Korum hook he's enjoyed using recently.
This CS Series hook has been developed specifically for use with
hair rigs, something Andy uses a lot!
"I like the wider gape it makes sense, especially with a harder
hookbait like a hard pellet or Band'um boilie," he points out. "The
stronger wire will also come in useful today fishing against these
snags. These carp are powerful!"
11amThe changes are working a treat Andy's just landed his third
carp of the day and the sun's even come out! The Fin's trademark
accurate casting has provided him with bites on a very difficult
day. "I know when the fish are around the feeder, as a slick hits
the surface from the nutty liquid getting disturbed by the fish.
That's something which can provide a big edge on lakes like this,
where the carp have wised up to angling pressure and modern
techniques."
It's a lovely common this time. Andy's pleased with this
one!
8.35am Salted Nut Crush is perfect for big carp | 9am Fin boosts
his Method Feeders with Salted Nut Crush Liquid Flavour | 9.30am A
familiar sight - Fin into another fish
this particular liquid has Been a real edge this Winter. it's
salty, But also sWeet. it must drive the carp's tasteBuds Wild!
andy findlay
11am
10.45am
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ANDy FINDLAy'S
Top Five Bait Tips1 Squirt natural-based liquids like this
directly
onto the feeder
2 Try different colour baits depending on the
water clarity
3 Try meat for Method feeder fishing in warm water
4 Boost your groundbait with a salty additive
5 Natural baits like worms are worth a look in
very wet conditions
12pmWith the sun now out, Andy starts looking at colour
alternatives on his hookbait.
Having caught earlier on yellow corn and a white Band'um so far,
he thinks the fish might be warier of the brighter colours now
there is more light available through the water column.
"I normally like an Expander Pellet, S-Pellet or duller bait for
this type of fishing. I'm going to switch to one of the Salted Nut
Crush Semi-Buoyant Band'ums. These are clever, as they are like a
'wafter' bait that the big carp boys use. There's definitely
something to having a lighter bait that behaves more
naturally."
No sooner does Andy make the switch, he's in again! Instant
action on the semi-buoyant bait. "Wow, that shows you! In this cold
water they must be moving slowly," Andy explains. "Feels a good
fish!"
1pmAndy's in again on the semi-buoyant bait. It seems switching
to this hookbait has made a definite difference.
1.30pmThe fish keep coming! Andy is watching his tip intently,
as the bites are really gentle. "The saltiness of the bait is
probably just turning them on more than perhaps they would for
another bait," muses Andy, playing the fish in with the rod nice
and low. "These gentle bites are typical of fish trying to get away
with it. The bait is irresistible!"
this has Been a really enjoyaBle trip and vindication for some
of my Beliefs on cold Water fishing. give them a try and see hoW
you get on! andy findlay
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2pmThe wind is too intense now and Andy's brolly is about to
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chris ponsford
Occupation: PhotographerFavourite venue: River Wye
@KorumFishing
year-round12 TOP TIP'S FOR
1. Be preparedI used to dread having to tie hooklengths. Its a
task that not many people enjoy, but being prepared can make a huge
difference to your catch rate. I always tied my own hooklengths
until Korum released 20 long hooklinks. These longer hooklinks are
perfect for all of my river fishing; from chub on small rivers, to
hard fighting double figure barbel on powerful rivers. By keeping
my Ready-tied Power Mono Hair Rigs in a Maxi Rig Store I can simply
unclip the rig, attach a fresh, baited hooklength and cast straight
back out. The rig board included has rounded edges to protect long
mono hooklinks from kinking or being damaged on sharp edges.
4. go shortI love using short hooklinks. When Im feeder fishing
4 seems to be the best length. When used in conjunction with a Dura
Method Feeder or a Grub Feeder it creates a bolt rig effect. As
soon as the fish starts to move off with your hookbait the hook
catches hold and youre in! Im all for making things easy these 4
Quickstop Hair Rigs make changing hooklinks easy. They also take
the hassle out of tying fiddly rigs.
5. fish With freespoolsWhen Im targeting small carp, bream,
tench and even roach, I like to use freespool reels. After putting
the rod on the rest, and simply pushing the free spool lever down,
Im happy that, should the fish charge off on the take, the reel
will give line. Without the freespool you spend a lot of time
trying to tighten up the reels drag and especially with barbless
hooks, fish can come off. My choice for short to medium range
fishing is the KMR 4000. This compact little reel looks the
business and performs like a reel of twice its price.
3. essential indicationPerch, pike and eels hate resistance in
rigs. If they think something is wrong they will drop your bait.
Thats why I use drop-off indicators. The Korum XL Bite Indicator
Head makes the Perfect drop-off indicator when used with the cord
and Bankstick Clip supplied in the Bite Indicator Kit. The line
clip has a small rubber O ring to make the tension adjustable. As
soon as the line is pulled out of the clip it is free to peel off
the spool resistance free!
2. helpful heli-rigsEvery anglers worst nightmare is reeling in
a rig that is tangled and twisted, leaving it useless in the water,
and you having sat behind motionless rods wondering where the fish
are. After starting using Ready Heli Kits, my tangled rigs stopped,
I felt more confident about my fishing and the bites have kept
coming. The rigs come on a wire, making it easy to slide them
straight onto your main line. With three different types, youll
find the perfect one to suit your fishing.
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7. BloB-tasticKorum Blob Floats have been a firm favourite of
mine for a long time. Their simple design allows them to be slid
onto the line with ease by using the wires that they come on. They
have a tough, brightly coloured outer that is great for using when
fishing shallow for roach and rudd, or as a sight when surface
fishing for carp. They are extremely line friendly and can be moved
up and down the line at your will. Ive always got a couple of
packets of Blob floats with me when I go fishing.
6. pre-Baiting paysWhen I arrive at a lake I always take a walk
around the lake with a bag of pellets, or bucket of hemp in my
hand. This way I can pre-bait a few spots, in the hope of returning
later on in the day or session. By doing this you open up your
chances of catching, especially if the fish are sat at the other
end of the lake to where you first start fishing. Remember to take
a pair of Korum Polarised Glasses when you go for a walk around the
lake. They can reveal all sorts of clues as to where the fish are,
that you may not have spotted without them!
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8. sleeper successUsing a sleeper rod has saved me from blanking
on more than one occasion. I like to use a bigger bait on my
Sleeper Rod to try and catch a bonus fish should one venture into
my swim. My rod will sit along the side of my chair, on a Korum
Bite Alarm and Indicator. Should I get lucky the alarm will sound
and Ill be in. This is a tip that can get you out of jail on harder
days.
11. stealthy stalKingSummer stalking is one of the most exciting
ways of fishing. By slowly creeping around the lake, looking for
fish that could take a bait and dropping your hookbait on their
nose can often lead to explosive action. A soft rod, like an Xpert
1.5lb and a Size 6 Xpert Specialist hook and lump of white fluffy
bread is virtually irresistible to a hungry carp. This is the sort
of fish that you can do after work or even in your lunch break!
Make sure you remember polarised glasses to find the fish.
9.spin for snappersWhen the weather starts to cool down I like
to start doing a little bit of pike fishing. Armed with a small
rucksack, net, mat and a short Snapper Spin Rod I can walk around a
lake searching out where the pike are hiding. Its a great way of
fishing as you can cover a lot of water. The 8ft Spin rod is my
favourite all-round rod. Perfect for use with Korum Drones.
10.gruBBing aroundMaggots are one of a few baits that will catch
in any conditions. If its freezing cold or boiling hot you can rely
on maggots. The Korum Grub feeder is the best tactic for me when
using maggots. They take the hassle out of maggot feeder fishing,
and even couple as an awesome bolt rig when using short hooklinks.
A short braid or mono hair rig with three hair-rigged artificial
maggots is my number 1 maggot feeder rig.
12.Wriggling WormsI tailor my hook choice to the bait Im using.
When targeting Bream or Perch my first choice of bait is Worms and
Casters that when fished together are an incredible combo. By using
CS Series Worm/Caster hooks to nylon I know that my patter of hoof
is matched perfectly to the bait that Im using. By chopping some
worms up into small section and adding some whole casters you can
create an extremely smelly carpet of feed on the bottom of the
lake. Over the top of this I will fish with half a dendrobena worm,
held on the hook with a Korum Artificial Maggot to stop it
wriggling off!
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The UlTimaTe Worm rig setting up the perfect rig
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1 Slide a Korum Feedabead followed by a Korum Dura Bead onto
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inTelligenT Tackle managemenT design and function
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design is not just about form. its about function. How things
work in the real world. Its no use designing a flight bag that
looks magnificent, but doesnt fit into the overhead cabin. Just in
the same way you wouldnt buy shoes that dont fit, we dont design
luggage that doesnt help the angler improve their fishing.
Whether its making the angler more organised, or simply
providing something the right size for modern angling techniques,
for us, its about making your angling experience about catching
fish, not worrying about whether your bag is going to let you down,
or spending the whole time rooting around in the bottom of a bag
looking for something important.
Our whole ITM concept stems from our range of tackle boxes. The
size of these boxes, and multiples of that size, are what all our
luggage is designed around. Side pockets, internal compartments the
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Embracing the Korum ITM philosophy, using our tackle boxes and
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Intelligent Tackle Management. Those are the three words around
which the entire Korum luggage and tackle box principle is based.
Those who have embraced the ITM way of life tell us they are more
organised. More efficient. Dare we say, better anglers, purely as a
consequence of changing to ITM products.
Previously, tackle boxes have been large, cumbersome affairs,
custom built to suit one manufacturers products and few others.
ITM, meanwhile, is totally modular, portable and functional.
Our compartment boxes are built to fit inside our tackle boxes
neatly, and then our luggage is built to fit our tackle boxes and
accessory boxes. Its simple, really, but with everything based
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New for 2014 is arguably our best tackle box system yet - the
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Carry Onthe korum ruckbag revolutionised how anglers thought
about moving their tackle around. The Ruckbag was the first ever
bag to allow you to carry your chair on your back with the bag, as
one. No more lugging your chair around in your hands and getting a
dead arm, just simply clip it to the Ruckbag and carry it to your
swim across your back like a rucksack.
Heres a quick guide on how to attach your chair to the Ruckbag.
The bag has been designed to make this process really simple, easy
and fast. This enables you to pack away and move swims easier than
every before perfect for mobile anglers, or anglers in a hurry.
The following Korum chairs are compatible with the Ruckbag,
making life so much easier out on the bank: Korum Accessory Chair,
Korum Supa-Lite Chair, Korum EZ Chair.
1 Place your Korum Chair onto the top of the
Ruckbag. Make sure the legs and frame are
nearest the chair for maximum comfort.
2 Clip the bag to the chair by attaching the
large black clips to the chairs frame.
3 Repeat this on the other side of the bag.
4 Unhook the Ruckbags straps from the
bottom of the bag on both sides.
5 Place both straps over the top of the chair
and bag.
6 Re-attach the straps to the base of
the Ruckbag.
7 Heres how the Ruckbag and chair should
look when attached.
8 Once on your back, clip the chest strap
together for added support.
9 Adjust the shoulder straps so that the bag is
well supported, if needed further adjust the
chest strap.
The finished article, grab your rods and
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deluxe ruckBag Featuring a dirt resistant
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ruckBagThis bag features internal ITM zipped pockets and an
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eZ accessory chairThis chair provides four vertical points for
accessories, these points are fixed, giving you stability and
functionality. Compatible with all Korum Chair Accessories and
OffBox items, this offers the comfort and easy storage needed.
iTM TaBleTop ruckBagLarger side pockets with mesh outers and a
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supa-liTe chairArguably the