Hi Colin, thanks very much for commenting and for your support. It’s very much appreciated. Carp angling is all about the small details that are so easy to overlook. More videos on the way and don’t forget you can now find us on smart TV under carp fishing explained if you have Android, Roku or Amazon TV. Links in the description of this video. Cheers, Matt.
Personal attention to detail is one thing - getting that message across to an audience is something else and definitely your forte Matt. Love the old school gabardine DPM smock - function over form every time! 😉
Hi Ron! Haha glad you like the old school look for this one. I bought this well over 20 years ago with some other camo gear. I was starting to get serious about stalking carp and I knew it would be a genuine edge if I could blend into the background a bit better. All those years later and I use it every winter and it’s still going strong! Thanks for the support mate, much appreciated. All the best with your fishing this year. Cheers, Matt.
Thanks for yet another great,informative video Matthew. You seem to have a knack for making things easy to understand and learn. There is always at least one thing I can take from every video.
Hi Darren, thanks again for the awesome feedback, that's the best thing to hear that you can get something from our little videos. I’ve walked the same road as most of you guys out there. I spent many years lost in the maze, fumbling in the dark. Carp fishing is a simple sport that’s been made very complicated by us! To be successful, all you need to do is master some basic skills. The rest is just smoke and mirrors! Cheers, Matt.
As always Matt the information you supply is sharp, concise and relevant and the presentation is great. Head and shoulders above all the other videos I have watched, the points you present in this are small but none the less important to novices like myself, thanks a lot
Hi Chris, thanks very much for taking the time to comment and it's great to know that you are finding the channel helpful in your fishing. Carp fishing is a very simple sport that we like to make more complicated than it actually is lol. The devil has always been in the detail and it took me a very long time to understand what really matters. For anyone new to the sport my motto is keep it simple and you won’t go far wrong! All the best with your journey. Cheers, Matt.
I'm really greatfull for your tutorial vids, they are full of important details, consists very clearly explanations and looks brilliant bc you are organized it from general to specific type of information. For now, I have watched all and I feld how mutch my knowing abaut carp anling was improved. I'm really admire your personalty, knowledge and modesty, just love it . All the best for you, greetings, Michał from Poland.
Hi Michal, thanks very much for taking such time and trouble to comment. It’s wonderful that you are getting so much out of our work. It inspires and motivates us when we read such comments and it helps us know that we are right on track with the work we produce. We hope that we continue to entertain and inform you for many years to come. Our very best regards, Matt & Ren.
Thanks Matt as always I take something away from all your uploads and this one is no different, I will be checking my hooks more carefully from now myself like many others I'm guessing use hooks straight from the packet with out checking them but not anymore, thanks again.
Hi Chris, thanks as always for commenting. It’s the easiest thing in the world to talk about sharp hooks and to assume that all hooks straight out the packet are sharp but they aren’t. I’ve only discovered the Nash pinpoint range this year but I have to say I really can’t see myself using anything else from now on. They are simply the sharpest out of the packet I’ve found (very strong too!) I’ve tried the Kamakuras but I wasn't very impressed. They have sharpened in one plane only and the point bends far too easily for my liking.
Thank you very much for this video Matthew, I need to keep all of these tips in mind and always remember take your time after cast inspect the hook beat before the cast inspect the hook beat after each fish inspect the beat and a great tip about recasting and also Phil New let down and keep intention on the line and not moving the lead to ensure a hook remain sharp! Thanks again 🎣🎣
Hi Danny, thanks for commenting and I’m glad that you’ve been enjoying our work. There’s an old saying that goes along the lines of 10% of the anglers catch 90% of the carp... hopefully some of these videos can help anglers put a few more on the bank 😊All the best for your season. Cheers, Matt.
Thanks Gary 👍 In this video I was using the Nash LED eye glass. It’s a got a nice large bright lens with decent magnification. The built in LED light is great for when you're in the back of the bivvy! Cheers, Matt.
Hi mat,I really have enjoyed this one mate as the most imperative thing we all hope for is a secure hook hold so A1 hooks are a must👌I use new hooks on a regular basis it’s the total norm for me too😃Thanks for the entertainment as usual,Danboy 👊
Hi Dan, thanks for commenting as always and glad that you enjoyed this one. Yes it’s all pretty basic stuff but it’s fundamentals like these that are so often overlooked IMO as anglers can get confused chasing the latest edges and wonder rigs lol. Cheers, Matt.
Hi Matt, another great video thanks 👍, I would be really interested to see a video where you do the hook sharpness test on various brands of hooks to see how many out of 10 would pass the mark to use confidently straight out the packet. Brands that would interest me personally would be the Korda/Korda kamakura, Gardner Specialist sharpened, ESP grippers and some of the cheaper/other brands for comparison, maybe some hooks from Bank Tackle and Unknow brands from Ebay ect.., Thanks Gary.
Hi Gary, thanks for the support 👍 Good idea, I’d love to do something like that but doing it in a way that’s fair to the various brands is not easy! What I can tell you is that the Nash pinpoint range are the sharpest out of the packet hooks out of every manufacturer I’ve tried and that’s why I recommend them. They are in a completely different league to a standard Korda hook. I used to hand sharpen wide gape x’s all the time and if you can do it, then great but I don’t see the point at that money. I have tested the Kamakuras and they are a very sharp hook for sure but for me they have been over-sharpened and in one plane only (not ideal). Our carp have very hard mouths and during testing the points bent very badly. I didn't lose a fish but after the first carp, I played each one very gingerly and I couldn't use them with much confidence. Bank Tackle hooks are pretty good. They’d be good for many venues I’m sure and at that price I’d bin the hook after one cast. They sharpen up great but unless you're very skilled at this then you could be making them worse. Cheers, Matt.
Another great upload Matthew 👏👏👏 So many people are new to Angling ( don't know why but carp fishing sales are through the roof- licence sales are up 40% this year on any of the last 10 yrs) Anyway I have 2 loops one has 2 LEDs ( white & red) the other has no light but I know use my phone , you can download a magnifier ( which turns on the light which you can adjust- fished A12 lakes last weekend, lost 2 ( same place they went straight for snaggs) but also landed 3 ( lower end 20s & a beautiful 33 Neil said has nor been out for a few years ( was 28 plus last time) Everyone should have a loop ( both of mine was a few pound & the loop with 2 LEDs was under 5 pound) but try downloading a magnification- loop app they are great as the light on yr phone is dimmerble- Thanks again stay safe 🎣 Lee 🎣
Hi Lee, yes the carp scene is growing fast at the minute. We are seeing more and more comments on the channel from carp anglers all over the world and that’s great to see. I’ve never even heard of a magnifier app lol. I’ll have to check that out. I think that my loupes are actually the most important part of fishing tackle I own. Wouldn't dream of going fishing without one! Well done on the carp you banked. Snags are always going to increase the risk of hook pulls. That’s one problem I’ve never really solved lol. All the best mate, take care, Matt.
Yep "magnifier " my ones called but its really cool as it uses the phones light and you can enlarge the pic/hook grab a pic they really are good as ive a mount for my phone on the bivvy table so can actually look as I work on it- so no excuse people cannot say I don't have one as they have a phone, my best one has 2 small lights one white one red plus it was like 4 pound with postage from china- yeah do have a look Matt & .are people aware- I love yr channel it dont promote what you don't use ( like some that used only this range or that) I get promotion but some are damaging a sport I love, now some think boshing in 4 kilos of biolies is what you must do as thats what they showed on the tv, mind helped me as johny 30 spods just push all the fish into my little corner bay...thank you Jonny 30 spod 🤣
I love the Jag hook sharpener. The only hook I have failed to improve when using it is the Nash Chod Twister. I find I have better sharpening results on a beak shaped point such as a Cryogen.
Hi Peter, yes, I agree the chod twisters are very sharp straight out the packet and are difficult to make better. They certainly have a finer point than the Cryogen. I like the Cryogens, I used them for a few years and they do sharpen up very well. The beaked pointed hooks are easier to sharpen than the straight pointed hooks. Cheers, Matt.
Always found it such a catch 22, that on harder ground the fish have tougher mouths, so need a sharper hook. But that hard ground is exactly where i dont want a more fragile sharpened hook 😮
Good point (pun not intended lol). I’ve seen plenty of anglers at my lake make their hooks worse and not better through hook sharpening so it’s something that only needs to be done if you’re confident in your skills and if you inspect them each time. The off the shelf hand sharpened / extra sharp hooks I've seen are way too fragile. I’ve found the hook that works for me and that gives me that long sharp point but that’s strong enough to withstand the hard gravel I have. Tricky balance to achieve for sure.
@@matthewcollinsangler I've been thinking about hook sharpness a lot lately and I believe point durability is also just as important. I'd used muggas for years that I just touch up the point. They're not razor but very durable. Still as sharp after a fish quite often. I recently swapped to Ace razor points which are much sharper but more prone to damage and its the first time I'm losing fish regularly on size 4 curves. I wonder how quickly the points go over, if they burr on first couple mm of penetration then I'd much rather a durable point even if less sharp overall, back to muggas. Also trying out chod twisters to see if they stack up as my stiff hooklink option
Hi Primoz, actually no one has actually mentioned PVA foam nuggets. I used to use them religiously but during Covid I ran out and I was forced to fish without them. Our lake is very rough and rocky and I actually found that they made no difference whatsoever. If I was fishing a weedy water then I might opt for foam nuggets but TBH I’d rather just protect the whole rig using a solid PVA bag. Interesting point for discussion 😊 Cheers, Matt.
Kamakura Hooks, kamakote for sharpened Hooks, release the lead or bounce it away to the leader knot, don't fish too far without a boat etc. Thight lines🐟
For me a sharp hook, heavy lead, and a decent length hair is the right formula. In the past I've been lazy,, especially in the middle of the night, and lost fish as a result To combat this I keep a supply of extender stops, and always have spare rigs, baited up ready to go, making it a doddle to change the whole rig and recast,
Decent video, what’s your opinion on sharpening hooks and the possibility of the points snapping off in fishes mouths? I don’t sharpen hooks myself but I do check them for sharpness. Tight Lines mate 👍🏻
Hi Gary, I’ve been sharpening my hooks for the last twelve years and as a toolmaker it comes naturally to me but it’s certainly not for everyone. Most anglers are making their hook blunter IMO. Nowadays I inspect and use them straight out the packet but the Nash pinpoint range are the only hooks that I’d be happy to do that with at Beausoleil. There are many waters of course where it matters less. Our carp have very hard mouths, some are quite old and they get fished for hard year after year. I do re-sharpen the Nash hooks but the point is already quite fine so I might only sharpen a hook once or maybe twice and then change it. I used to use a lot of Korda widegapes. They are quite soft and more prone to bending than snapping so I never had an issue with leaving cracked off points in the mouths. The other make I used was ESP. Better quality steel but again no problems with cracked off points to speak of. I’m sure there are hooks out there that are more brittle where this could be an issue. It also depends a lot on how aggressive you are with your sharpening. I was always quite light with mine so it wasn't an issue for me. I also think that barbless are actually safer for hand sharpening. The barb is the weakest part of any hook and without it the point is stronger. Cheers, Matt.
Another great video Matt. I am recently having a lot of hook pulls. Normally I land 97% of my bites but it started to go down. I will apply what I learned and try to get the rate back up. I normally fish nr. 6 hooks for all my fishing. From 16mm bottom baits as pieces of corn. Some people suggested to up it to a 4 for 16mm. What would you suggest?
Hi Gertjan, sorry to hear that your hook to land ratio has suffered badly of late and I hope that the tips in this video will help you rectify the problem. With regards to hook size, this year I've used the Nash size 6 chod twister for everything and I've maintained my 98% score. I've met a few customers that opted for the size 4 and when viewed with a good quality eye glass they are good but I can see the 6s are sharper. I'd recommend you stick with size 6s and if you haven't tried them the Nash pinpoint hook range is simply sharper than every other brand I've tried (and I've tested most of them!). Best of luck, Matt.
⚡ Watch next: The only hook you need 👉ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ZxGllV2Zc5o.html I used to suffer from hook pulls regularly and thought, well, that’s just fishing and accepted them. It wasn't until I started to focus on my hook points that I saw an improvement and now I suffer one or two hook pulls per year. I’ve also spent the last 10 years helping Beausoleil anglers eliminate them from their fishing. If you suffer from hook pulls and believe that they can be avoided, then this video is for you. ⭐ These videos are now available on my smart TV channel: Carp Fishing Explained Amazon Fire: amzn.to/377I1Rb Roku: bit.ly/3786nds Android TV: bit.ly/3zNNLMn Free apps, no subscription required.
Another excellent video.,, learnt a lot, I have to rely on feeling the hooks for sharpness as my eyesight is shocking,, and sharpening them is absolutely pointless (punn intended) I've tried but I blunt them more 😂 But I've found the kama barbless hooks in a box are excellent , very sharp and tips come protected, I use new every cast, Perfect for people with partial vision Thanks for making your videos, I always look forward to them
Hi Scott, thanks as always for commenting. I struggle with my eyes nowadays. I'm in specs full time lol. Glad that you've found something that works for you. I did trial the Kamakura but I found the points to be very weak. Our carp have very hard mouths so not a good combination. I'm really fussy (can't you tell lol.) I've been hugely impressed with the Nash Twister. They are the sharpest out of pack hook by a very long way and the points are very strong too. They've not let me down yet so if you do run into problems then I'd definitely recommend them. All the best with your adventures. Cheers, Matt.
Matthew did you try any magnification apps, I use mine all the time now as your phones light also comes on, were becoming more n more dependent on our phones but they have come so far now, these apps are great, I have " Magnifier + flashlight ( my main one) wasn't till watching this I realised I've not used my loupe in 4 x 48 hr sessions, it takes a lil getting used to ( like everything) even though I have a cheap Chinese one with a light built in I now automatically use my phone, see what you think but the people without a loupe have no reason to not be able to fully inspect all hooks now ( I also have a brown & black marker pen to colour over any exposed shine caused when removing any coating from the hook Great upload again Matthew 👏😁
Hi Lee, ah that’s interesting. I did have a good play with a couple of apps but I couldn't get on with them at all! They didn't help me sort perfect hooks from slightly damaged hooks. I could tell a duff one but I could see that with the naked eye (only with my glasses on lol.). I’m sticking to my LED eye glass for now 😊
Hi Greg, so I haven’t tried these hooks and I haven’t met anyone that has. I’m not really interested tbh as I don’t buy into the marketing. I switched to the Nash barbless twisters over a year ago and I virtually never have hook pulls and they are always cleanly hooked. They work well because the point is very long and very sharp. They are the sharpest out of the packet hooks money can buy and they are all I use and recommend to our guests here. Cheers, Matt
Hi Matthew. Have you done a video showing exactly how you sharpen your hooks as I know you talk about sharp hooks a lot but I want to make sure I get it right and not damage the hook. Can I also ask about what line clips you use and why you use them? Sorry if these have been covered but I'm new to the channel, I have literally started from the top and working back but loving the videos, very informative and love how confident you are with what you say and do.
Hi Gareth, Great to hear you’re enjoying the channel 😊 Here’s my hook sharpening video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ahwZ5wHBt-4.html It’s a bit old and it was windy on that day so the sound is not the best but the technique is still the same. As you’ve hinted, good technique is essential as badly sharpened hooks are worse than not sharpening at all. It’s a skill that can take a lot of practice but if you can master it, it’s a massive edge. If you can’t get the result that you want, there’s the option of changing the hook with each cast which is also very effective. The line clips I use are carbon that are part of the rod build (I have a set of custom built rods). All Nash rods have carbon line clips built into the blank. Not worth getting a clip-on line clip. The clips change the angle of the line and amplify bobbin indication. They also help hook the carp as pressure is required to ping out the clip. If you want to know more, I’ve done a video on line clips: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-I9AynExYIiY.html Hope that helps and all the best on your carping journey!
@@matthewcollinsangler thanks for the info. I’ll definitely watch those videos. I have Nash Scope 10 foot rods but have never noticed a clip on them unless they aren’t able to incorporate line clips with them being abbreviated rods?
Hey Mat, what's the deal with back leads? I hear what you're saying about the weights in relation to the main lead, but I was reading an article that said this: 'As a general rule of thumb, if you are using a back lead then combine it with a lighter lead.' To me, your way makes much more sense, but the rationale for the heavier ones was 'Small back leads can move and pivot giving no indication'. Any thoughts?
Hi Chris, everyone has their own opinions in this game of course. We all experience carp fishing a bit differently because we all fish different waters in a different way. For me a 3oz lead and a light back lead works and I see no reason to change that setup. I only use larger back leads on the river because of the flow. This year I’ve been testing a new run clip setup that is due out later this year and the bite indication with this setup has been good (even with very tricky carp!) The only way to fully understand it is to go out and prove it to yourself mate. All the best, Matt.
@@matthewcollinsangler Yeah, like I said, intuitively I feel your method makes a lot more sense because you're not going to risk displacing the rig lead and I can't see a lighter back lead being enough to cause a pivot if you've got a heavier rig lead - unless you set it up poorly, which is hardly the back lead's fault! If anything I'd have thought a heavy back lead would cause more of a pivot. As it happens where I fish, slack line fishing's working well for me (thanks to your video on it), so I'm not sure when I'll get around to trying it, but there's always room for an experiment or two! Thanks for the reply.
Hi David, so if you move your lead, and therefore your hook and hookbait, you run the risk of either damaging your hook and/or pulling it into debris or weed. Any of these can cause you to miss opportunities. Cheers, Matt
Hi Matt and anyone else in the comments, does the size of a hook matter? The last couple of sessions I’ve had I’ve caught 4 (mid 20s) and lost 3 due to hook pulls (hence why I’m here) on a size 6, would going to a size 4 make a difference in my hook to land ration and all? Thanks
Hi Lewis, that’s a great question. For me hooks are everything and the exact size, shape and pattern matter. I’ve been using loads of Nash Chod Twisters over the last two years. I’ve used 8, 6s and 4s. One thing is clear. The size 8s are sharper than the 6s and subsequently the 4s. I use the 8s in the winter and the 6s for the rest of the year because of the large river carp I fish for. I don’t use the 4s because the 6s are already mega strong. I believe that hook sharpness is everything and if you are getting hook pulls on size 6 hooks then going to a size 4 can only make the problem worse. I would actually suggest dropping to a size 8 and I cannot recommend the Nash Twisters enough. They are the sharpest out of the packet hook I’ve ever seen and I have total faith in them. Hope that helps, cheers, Matt.
Whay to go Matt! What a great video you created, the video getting better and better! And still goods advice for everyone who want to learn. If u dindt went to his beautiful Beausoleil i want to give you the advice to get there as soon as posible to have the best anglers experience for years to come
Hi John, how great to hear from you! Wonderful to know that you have such great memories from Beausoleil 😊 Ren does all the filming and video production and she’s getting better all the time! All the best, Matt
@@matthewcollinsangler i sure have warm thoughts if it comes to your venue! And will come to it again someday! Dunno when but i know it will come.... and u make a great team for sure
@@matthewcollinsangler I had four hook pulls this weekend (the reason I found your vid, curious why they might have happened), using the nash chod twister size 8 with your hook bead hair rig and 12mm boilie. Gonna check them all! Interestingly the pulls only happened after I had my first catch so maybe got blunted. Is it worth sharpening financially or just replacing, how do you go about sharpening, feels a lot of hassle for what are relatively cheap items.
@@alfamale9555 Hi mate, that's a very good question! What you're describing is an absolute classic scenario. The Nash Twisters are fantastic hooks and I only wish I’d discovered them sooner. However after one carp they are done. The damage is small but it’s there and it will cause a hook pull next take (as you’ve proved). I used to be a toolmaker and I hand sharpened all my hooks to a very high level. I’ve also been teaching anglers how to do it for many years now. What I’ve learnt is this. 90% of the anglers that are sharpening their hooks are actually making them blunter. That might sound harsh but it’s what I’ve observed. For the last couple of years, my default advice has been to change the hooks every cast or at least after every carp. Personally for 45p per hook I’d rather catch a carp 98% of the time. Food for thought I hope. Cheers, Matt.
@@matthewcollinsangler thank you. I forgot what video I was watching, where you was using Nash sinklink. Angling Direct said to me, I should use 12lb carp line by Gardner, but I'm struggling to find a good braid hooklink.
Hi Seb, what a great question! Okay so for me a hook pull is something that happens while I'm playing a carp. If a rig falls out of a carp's mouth then there's obviously no tension on the hooklink so that could only happen before I picked up the rod. For me, this means that the carp has ejected the rig or “I’ve been done”. Hope that makes sense. Cheers, Matt.
