Freelining For Carp 

I use this method every summer, freelining with a size 10 hook and 6lb line. I landed a 31lb Common, along with a 22 and a 24, just over a week ago, taken 4 feet from the bank with dog biscuits.

Its all about selling tackle and other stuff .You are so right. But everyone likes to be in with the "crowd" and have matching stuff, which automatically makes me want to be different ! I don't want to be a sheep. Better to be an individual. Especially if you are enjoying your fishing as well. I sit in an old folding deckchair by my rods. Why would I want an overpriced low level thingy when all I'm doing is sitting. My son bought a camouflage bait bin recently. Why ? The fish will never see it !

Best angling content on youtube! Give this man an award! Energy, passion and effort, he has tons of it! Awesome veiwing and if theyre were adverts, i'd be clicking them! Just keep maing vids!

You are better at explaining how to fish than most of the professional anglers well done to you Phil.

This is brilliant I watched 3 of these videos and amazed on how many graeme has caught keep it up

I love watching you fish! Great Carp by the way very nice, great vid!

I wish, I would have found this guy when I started. My GOD did I take the long way to catch a carp.

Cheap and he made it look so easy!! Happy Days :)

i enjoy your video`s you remind me of my mother she was always trying something new i wih you lots of good fishing

That was really good advice regarding cutting the bread, I would have never thought of that. But it makes perfect sense. I will be doing that myself from now on. Thanks

@hibs02 The rod is just an Avon Rod (Ryobi) about 1 1/4 lb test curve. The reel is a Shimano Aero match reel, shallow spool. As long as it takes 150yards of about 5lb line it should be all you need.

I find throwing some chunks of bread next to Lilly pads luring the carp out works really well

Thanks for the comment.I try to keep it basic as that's the best way to get youngsters interested in fishing.As we say here at Totally Awesome-"Inspire the next generation"...We're trying ! (Whole range of tip-filled DVD's at low prices on the way soon) - Graeme

no frills not costly your the man thanks

I forwarded you query to Graeme and his comments are as follows..... Freelining works anywhere,but better on lakes as the bait stays in one place.If you baited a river it would be better to make sure the bait sinks and stays on the bottom,rather than use bread that will float away on the surface.Carp tend to take off the lake surface better than on a river.Still worth a try though.

Thanks for watching and glad you like the films.Don't worry there are plenty more coming,plus some possible DVD's so they can be watched in full HD on the TV

Glad you liked it.There are plenty of others on RU-vid.Just type in Graeme Pullen and see what comes up.A double film on DVD with carp is hoped to be released soon,maybe a month,so look out for it.

i agree mate by far the best angling content also thanks Graeme for all the tips . super helpful mate those little things made me catch lots ;)

After living in Germany for 14 years, and paying for permits for day permits to fish between here and there, only where they told me to stay. I AM SO GLAD I'M BACK IN THE STATES WHERE THAT SHIT DON'T EXIST. i TOOK THE 6 MONTH LONG CLASSES AND SCHOOLING ON FISHING, HABITAT, AND ALL THAT AND I'M HAPPY I DID. That part I wwish they had here in the States to teach people important things about all species. But paying 20 germark marks to fish a lake and the control store for the area to fish.

Carp Anglers stalk and use these methods all the time, there is nothing new here, but for those who are not carp anglers this is a cool representation of surface fishing. It isn't water craft as some have said, its having the experience and knowledge that in hot weather Carp surface or look for shaded areas under Lillies or within Reeds, under trees anywhere where there is shade that cools the water, aswell as patrol the surface, its more knowledge of carp behaviour than water craft. In these conditions I have had 40+ Carp ranging all sizes within 3 hours off the surface, So water craft it isn't, as you can visibly see the fish on the surface in most cases, and if you don't see them on the surface, try and feed to see if they will rise up, especially round trees and shaded areas, as shown in the video. This is normal on all waters as its fundimental carp behaviour in hot weather. But if you want to catch Carp in all weathers other methods are required that are more complicated than this, and more water craft as some have called it comes into play which is experience based and learnt over time, which also requires more gear and are the methods taken up by most carp anglers. I share the view though that many are what I call tackle tarts, and concerntrate too much on new rigs and setups, I have tried all rig types for Carp and have gone back to a basic hair rig, so I can see it from both sides, but will argue there is nothing wrong with innovation within fishing, anything that boost enjoyment and floats your boat is fine with me. I started as a match angler from the age of 9, but once i experienced Carp angling there was no turning back and have done nothing but since my early 20's, and am now 46. People need to see this for what it is, a person willing to take time out to share what knowledge he has gained within something that he loves to do. No matter how experienced you are you will take something from everything no matter how small as people fish in there own unique way based round the fundimentals. Anything that informs others is a cool thing, you can just take the advice or leave it, its simple. I like your attitude regarding the size of fish even though we all like to catch the big guy, and is the main reason I carp fish, we should appreciate the fish whatever size. And I agree, I love the fact that you see the bait being taken the closer I am to the take the better, epsecially when your bait is half sat on a lilly and watch the carp part all the lillies to get to it. Great video, good advice for surface fishing in hot weather conditions, had to smile when you used the crust as the hook bait especially when you rotated it and re hooked it, been doing it that way for years. Sorry for the long post, just wanted to try and balance the comments you have had. Good fishing, and tight lines.

@northerndan09 TRhanks for the kind comment, but it has only been live on RU-vid for a couple of days. People hop[efully still need to find it. Regards Phill

You can use whatever hook size you want to match your intended bait size.I generally find a size 8 or 10 Partridge Specialist hook is my favourite.It has a wide gape.They used to be marketed out of Redditch,Worcs,but don't know who distributes them now.

It's been quite some time since we were there. What I can say is that we caught them in maybe half a dozen different lakes, some of which certainly were amongst the closest to the main buildings, Sorry I can't be more specific but some of the lakes are sign posted as Carp waters, and if you throw some pieces of bread in off the opposite bank, if they're in surface feeding mood, they'll soon be up there sucking them in.

@bram9333 an avon rod is a rod of 11 or 12 feet long with a through action. It was designed for river fishing ( the river Avon ) and has both an ordinary top section and an interchangeable top section with quiver tips. The quiver tips are used for bomb or feeder fishing and the other is used for float fishing for chub etc or, in this case, carp fishing. The test curve is between 1lb and 1.75lb depending on the design.

i love freeline floating bread being able to watch the carp suck the bait in is much more exiting than sitting next to a couple or carp rods on the bite alarms.

Yes, hot weather is the right time to be trying floating baits, but early morning or better, late evening are the times to be about. Look for features,overhangs,weedbeds etc. The carp will want to be near cover/shade.

Shane Claire, years ago when we were learning about catching carp we used big hooks with barbs, fair enough I don't like barbed hooks do glad they are not used. We needed big hooks for using baits like par boiled potatoes. Carp don't get their mouths ripped out on soft Avon rods like poker stiff modern rods out now. I use same rods Graeme used and love them I've had carp to 24lbs no problem. And we unhooked carp on grass, and bet lots of those carp are still around. It's about trend now days.

Another quality vlog from Graham who turns bear grills from 8:10 onwards 😂

As always,excellent 👍

hi mate you are god at fishing you encouriged me to go fishing thanks :)

I only use an Avon rod,1 1/4lb test curve for the same reason.I hate over-heavy tackle.With 6 lb line and a small fixed spool reel I catch pretty much everything I want.That's up to 20lbs in the carp range,though I've never had a thirty on it.

I only use an Avon rod,1 1/4lb test curve for the same reason.I hate over-heavy tackle.With 6 lb line and a small fixed spool reel I catch pretty much everything I want.That's up to 20lbs in the carp range,though I've never had a thirty on it.Should be fun though.

my favourite method is freelining

i do this type of fishing regular and to me it is the best way of catching carp very simple and easy, without carting around 60k of kit around..

Great video..A real fisherman just hook and line..

Some of these fanatical carpers would buy ESP bog roll if Terry Hearn promoted it

great video matey, keep em coming :)

More than enough.There is a make called Stroft. Its really fine diameter,yet strong.I only just heard about it,but a lot of matchmen use it. I would say 6 lbs is enough.Good luck

More than enough.Though they a make called Stroft,its really fine diameter,yet strong.I only just heard about it,but a lot of matchmen use it. I would say 6 lbs is enough.Good luck

@shay0555 I can't actually remember. But we did the same on a number of lakes quite close to the main buildings complex. Phill

too right the dvd may help me on my local lake

Hey caught a 30lb common on floating bread last week on a beautiful lake in the new forest works every time

This all sounds great, but I fish for uneducated carp in a medium flowing river. Will the same techniques work?

Bread or dog biscuits as detailed in the video. Bread is probbly easier as it requires no pre-preparation.

I use a baiting needle to put the bread on

Curious... Hey, you fishing guys! Come over to Australia and help pull this pest out of the Murray River? One condition, however... you're not legally allowed to put them back in the water again so i hope you're either into gardening or are plenty hungry!

What rod would you recommend for this type of work, I was targetting larger fish but hate tackle too heavy. I was thinking of a 1.75-2lb tc, what do you think?

have you any grasers in these lakes...and what type bait works best for them?

Hey, I have seen you down Basingstoke canal a couple of times and was wondering if you have fished for em where is best to fish for carp ??

is it just a hook on line ? thanks,kieran

Anglers Paradise, Devon.

Get in our Totally Awesome debate....can fish see colour ??? I think not,just shades of grey.But they do see movement.I can't tell you how many different species I've now filmed with the yellow top on,but its dozens.As for sharks,yellow is their favourite colour to chomp on..and that's been scientifically proven.Graeme

What lake are you on? I am wondering this because I am going to travel to Anglers Paradise soon thx

Sorry for the caps.

hi does this feeding work in mid summer? the summer we are having now is currently 25-30's and i was wondering if they will come to the top in this heat?

I've tried most types of fishing, but always come back to carp.

Make sure you lay it on a carp unhooking mat. As for wriggling about, sometimes covering the eyes with a wet towel stops the "wriggling". Cover the carp's eyes....NOT YOURS ! Nice fish though. Graeme

@colster71 oww tanks now i understand it

I do believe that fish see color, they have very developed eyes and most animals with bright colors can see color. Also if they can't see color they lures with different colors would not matter which I know is false because some days they will only bite one color.

Incorrect. Graeme and I made this video for Fishing Films and Facts before TAF was set up.

My local lake doesn't as allow floating baits, is there a certain reason why they don't want people to use floating bread as there's plenty of big mirrors and ghost carp coming to the surface

what lake was this at anglers paradise ??

What kind of rod/reel where you using?

I never understand this matts for fish nonsense. Fish are tough. Carp will swim against gravel and bury themselves in mud. Graeme I agree with you colour is nonsense. The carpers look down on me with my cheap silver tent instead of a £300 bivvy which was made in china for £5 anyway and my lack of branded green carping attire. Love your videos!

That's it. The bait gives it casting weight.

What size hook were you using Graeme?

9:27 when your floater fishing

nice fish what lake where you on

could any one explane ma what an Avon rod is? I'm dutch and google translate didn't work ps: great vid

What are the take home laws in the UK regarding fish? In the US, common carp are considered an invasive species; so it's encouraged not to put any back into the water. Luckily, I know how to properly clean and prepare a fish so I eat almost every fish.

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is 8lb line big enough

carnt belive people never new bout freelineing with bread i wos doing this when i wos 11 you can free line a lot off baits lunch meat is good i allways find carp hooks its self

Suggest you read Iain Mcmillans article in Maximum Carp this month regarding colours Graeme, not doubting your experience but did'nt Mrs Hayes say the same thing? Also youre not after sharks on this vid .Tight lines.

Just watch this 9 year old video which I enjoyed but where’s Smithy

What’s with the float on ur ear😂

so this is what tafishing was

THIS VIDEO WAS ORIGINALLY UPLOADED BY TAFishing DONT COPY OTHER VIDEOS :C

Couple of things, 1. Use a mat i dont care if your stalking or its on grass, use a mat! 2. Are you off your head, sorry if i miss hear you but a size 2 hook for carp give me a break, 3. That fish when it was in the bushes people like you are what damages there lips, you yanking it as hard as you can, you need to play it and slowly bring it out just dont give it line it right by your feet.

Moustache!!!!

If an old guy is giving you tips, backed up by video, you’d be a fool not to listen.

back when he still had some colour in his hair lol

*Graeme

Nice tips/tactics...............bright yellow top?????????? Don't understand the logic...stealth etc.

i got a 14ib carp from this in about 5 mins

Yet once again this fool lands a carp without using a landing mat. What a poor example. The rest of the video was okay, but would have been improved if he had fallen in.

You can use whatever hook size you want to match your intended bait size.I generally find a size 8 or 10 Partridge Specialist hook is my favourite.It has a wide gape.They used to be marketed out of Redditch,Worcs,but don't know who distributes them now.