Carp Fishing Equipment: The Essentials For Every Angler.

Find the best rods, reels, bivvies, bite alarms and much more from our unbiased reviews.

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Rods

Carp fishing can be an expensive hobby and your rods will be one of the costliest items that you will purchase, especially when you need to buy 2, 3 (or even 4) of them. With that being said, there are some options on the market which will still allow you to obtain great carp rods without breaking the bank.

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Reels

While baitrunners were the weapon of choice for anglers for many years, big pits have come into their own more recently, with many anglers now preferring them for their versatility. A more competitive market has led to the price point being very reasonable, making them attainable for many anglers.

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Bivvies

Is a bivvy or a brolly system best? Do I need a 1-man or a 2-man? Shall I buy brand new or second-hand? A bivvy is our bankside house, so we need to make sure that we have considered every possible scenario before splashing our hard-earned cash on what is effectively our home-away-from home.

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Bedchairs

With so many different bedchairs on the market, choosing the one that is perfect for you is becoming more and more difficult. While there is no substitute for visiting a fishing tackle shop and testing them all out, our reviews can help you to make a shortlist of the options that you must try before making your final decision.

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Accessories

While there is definitely something special about winter carp fishing, it takes a lot more effort and concentration to tempt a bite during the colder months. During the winter months, carp become lethargic, they don’t move as much and they will have built up additional fat to utilise during the colder weather.

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Clothing

As carp anglers, we tend to pay close attention to our clothing purchases for the winter months, but not so much to our warmer weather garments. It is important to be comfortable at all times on the bank, so have a read through some of our clothing reviews to see if you can grab yourself a bargain.

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Rod Pods

For carp anglers, a rod pod is a bit like marmite – you either love them or hate them. Regardless of where you sit in this argument, I am sure we can all agree that a rod pod is a crucial piece of kit and, even if you prefer using a bank stick setup, there will come a time when you are faced with some terrain where only a rod pod will suffice.

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Bite Alarms

For those that sleep heavily, bite alarms are among the most important piece of kit. When choosing bite alarms, do you go for a standalone system, or go all out and get a receiver, too? Do you prioritise features or battery life? Our unbiased reviews will help you make the right decision and ensure that you wake up for a bite.

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