With the sudden drop in temperature, Mario chose a change of tactics which paid off almost instantly. Wanting attraction over feeding the carp and to create a cloud of attraction, Mario chose to go with Trigga Ice Solubles but crushed down and mixed with lake water and matching liquid activator. The cloud of goodness had them showing fast and wasn’t long before one of the rods ripped off.
Thinking differently can often be the ultimate edge.
Where to start, looking back through 2025 which has been a good year for me on a fishing front especially on limited time. With several new tickets coming up this year, I’ve been stretched getting around them all but carp caught from everywhere I’ve been lucky enough to wet a line. Add to this a trip over to France to fish the mighty Lac Du Der for possibly my last session there after 15 years of fishing these beautiful waters. But on route over this time I planned at stopping off at a public water for 3 nights. A water a French friend had put me onto, a water where little to no fishing that had taken place. What did we know about this water, the honest answer being very little. Being on a hunting estate, a lake of over 100 acres, a lake that’s been used for shooting only, we were lucky to be offered taster fishing whilst the shooting season was closed, we were privileged to give it a try. After 2 nights we were lucky to have caught plenty of carp, but nothing of note, all being wild looking commons in the 18lb to 25lb range. Also seeing numerous carp in shallow bays of similar sizes with no signs of anything bigger. It’s great to catch but not what we were hoping for. The final evening we had resined ourself to accept that all lakes don’t have elusive big carp, but that changed on dark with this mirror of 43lb along with losing one that felt even bigger, how things can change in fishing within a short space of time and now it’s in our thoughts of what could this lake hold ?
🟢 Why Pre-Baiting Is Such an Effective Carp Tactic 🟢
Pre-baiting is one of the most reliable ways to stack the odds in your favour when targeting carp — especially on pressured UK waters.
🎯 Builds feeding confidence Introducing bait before you fish helps carp recognise it as a safe, regular food source. When they return and feed without being disturbed, their guard drops — making them far more likely to feed confidently when you finally put a rig in place.
🐟 Encourages repeat visits Carp are creatures of habit. A consistent pre-baiting routine can turn an empty area into a known feeding spot, with fish returning day after day to grub about for the same food.
🪱 Creates competitive feeding Particle mixes like maize, hemp, buckwheat, and nuts spread across the lakebed keep carp searching and feeding for longer. When multiple fish move in together, competition increases — and mistakes happen.
⏱️ Maximises short sessions If you can only manage quick overnighters or day sessions, pre-baiting means the hard work is already done. The fish know the spot, and you’re not starting from scratch.
🧂 Quality and preparation matter Using properly prepared, safe particles is crucial when baiting heavily. Well-cooked particles with natural attractors (like CSL and chilli) digest easily and keep fish feeding confidently.
At Jurassic Particles, our ready-to-use mixes are designed specifically for pre-baiting — consistent, safe, and full of natural attraction to keep carp coming back.
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We absolutely sold loads of these at the winter carp show
The Katran W/B 460 Pro headlamp – built for anglers who demand perfect visibility, reliability and comfort during every night session. With its Double Click function, you can instantly switch between blue or white light in a split second, giving you maximum convenience during casting, tying rigs or landing fish in the dark.
Dual light modes, instant colour switching, a strong magnetic mount and a clear battery-status indicator make it a true must-have on the bank. 😎
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