There are two perceptions of common carp among anglers in the United States. One group believes that carp are dumb and that nothing could be easier than going after them. They believe that learning ...

Fly anglers are figuring out that carp is not a fish to look down your nose at. They are challenging, strong, accessible, and most importantly, flat out fun to catch on a fly rod. You don't have to ...

Carp get mixed reviews in this country. Some anglers — more than people may even realize — are obsessed with them. If you assess these bottom feeders based purely on the sizes they reach and the ...

The basics of carp fishing are basic, indeed. That 4- or 5-weight trout rod will suffice, although you might go a bit heavier if you're fishing in weeds or brush. Use 3x or 4x tippet, although 2x will ...

Dan Shipp explains why he wouldn’t be without maggots when the temperatures plummet ...

How do you feel about common carp? No doubt, they have their zealots in the U.S., some of whom chase them with fly rods, while others use bite alarms, boilies, and specialty rigs adopted from the ...