The CarpAnswers bookshelf
Just starting out, tying your own rigs or looking for a few more bites? Find a guide that fits your fishing, with friendly advice, clear illustrations and plenty to put into practice.
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Each book stands on its own. You don’t need to buy the others to get started.
New to carp fishing? Start here.
From choosing your first kit to landing and returning a carp, get the practical advice you need without the tackle-shop jargon.
Your first float. Your first bite. Start from scratch.
A complete 102-page illustrated guide, from choosing useful budget tackle and building your first float setup to casting, catching and looking after your fish.
Already catching? Make more of your next trip.
Fine-tune your watercraft, presentation and feeding. Worked examples help you decide what to change, when to move and when to sit on your hands.
Get to know what’s on the end of your line.
See how useful carp rigs go together, with detailed tying steps, illustrations and checks. Start with a simple hair rig, then explore the options that suit your fishing.
Download a sample and have a flick through. You’ll see the writing, illustrations and practical detail before choosing a book. Both beginner’s guides and Catching More Carp are available now, separately or in the three-book collection. Carp Rigs Explained is coming soon.
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