Carp in September
Catching carp in September is the most promising compared to other autumn months. In September, large carp, fattening up, constantly moves above the bottom surface through areas where aquatic insects, bottom larvae and worms are concentrated. On warm September days, carp can go into shallow water. In the coastal zone, it appears more often at dusk and throughout the night.
When choosing a place to catch carp in September, you need to pay attention to the existing cliffs and dumps in the coastal zone. Good signs of the presence of fish are areas with changes in depth, trees fallen into the water and the presence of bottom snags.
When determining a place for fishing on the river, it should be taken into account that carp avoids fast channel currents and is not found in areas of river rapids. The likelihood of biting increases in river bays, whirlpools and places near reed islands, behind which there is a slow or counter current.
In September, active carp responds well to the proposed bait. You should not skimp on complementary feeding, as it is difficult to overfeed this fish. You also need to add portions of complementary food during the fishing process. Intense biting can begin, or stop unexpectedly, at any time of the day.
Until the water temperature drops steadily, preference should be given to plant-based fishing baits. From the second half of September, it is advisable to put “sandwiches” of bait and bait on the hook.
Features of autumn gear
When fishing for carp in October, you need to take into account that in this autumn month the fish will not come close to the shore, since the living creatures that form the basis of the food supply are currently moving to depths.
Also, at low temperatures, algae blooms stop, which makes the water more transparent - as a result, it is quite difficult to camouflage yourself so well that the cautious carp does not notice the presence of the fisherman and carelessly approaches the shore. Therefore, fishing with a float fly rod becomes ineffective - with the exception of fishing from a boat.
gear that provides long casting is best suited for carp fishing
- Feeder;
- Makushatnik;
- Pacifier;
- Donka in a classic version.
Particular attention should be paid to the selection of fishing line - in clear water it will be easily noticeable and can alert the carp. It is best to use a transparent one or one whose color is close to the color of the bottom of the reservoir.
How to choose gear for carp
Catching carp in October
Carp is still quite active in October. On sunny days it can be found in the bottom layer of water throughout the entire water area. Drizzling rain is not a problem. Fishing for carp in October becomes easier on small lakes and quarries where work has stopped. On large and medium rivers it is more difficult to catch carp.
During October, you can “train” the carp to visit the selected area using bait. Steamed cereals and crushed cake are used, which are placed in a piece of nylon stocking or a piece of gauze. New portions are added within a few days.
All bottom gear is suitable for catching carp in October. The hook is baited with bait of animal origin: worms, maggots and other available larvae. You shouldn’t completely abandon plant baits. In October, carp are often tempted by carp boilies, as well as peas and corn prepared for fishing.
Autumn outfit
When fishing for carp in the fall in October, a long stay in the open air at low temperatures will bring some discomfort. Therefore, it is best to stock up on the following additional equipment :
This is excellent daytime protection. When the weather changes, it will save you from rain or wind, and in the evening when it gets cold, it will keep you warm. It becomes especially relevant in the second half of October, when even evening frosts are possible in some areas.
Carp tent (umbrella).- Carp tent. It will be indispensable when fishing for carp at night.
The main condition for this is its two-layer structure. The tent may initially have two layers, but you can also use an additional cover. This standard is necessary to protect against condensation - moisture will condense especially strongly at dawn. More about carp tents
Feeder equipment for carp
When selecting elements of gear, you need to take into account that you will have to fight with large and strong fish. Each piece of equipment plays an important role. To equip a feeder for carp you need:
- Choose a feeder rod. For catching carp, a high-quality rod with a length of 3.8 m, medium or heavy class with a medium action is suitable.
- Choose a powerful reel. It is necessary to pay attention to the capacity of the spool. It should ensure that the fishing line is laid to the required length. Considering that fishing for carp on a feeder is designed for self-hooking fish, it is advisable to choose a model equipped with a baitrunner.
- Install a fishing line (cord) with a load capacity of at least 10 kg.
- Choose a feeder for the feeder. Large items are suitable. The size of the cells should ensure slow leaching (spraying) of the bait. The larger the fractions in complementary foods, the larger the cells.
- Use durable types of fishing hooks, size No. 8-10 according to domestic numbering. The leashes are 10% thinner than the main line.
- Each angler decides how to equip the feeder (the method of attaching the feeder) at his own discretion. It is better to prepare several different equipment in advance.
Bells or bells serve as bite alarms. They are attached to the rod tip or directly to the fishing line. You can use other alarms, but sound ones are more practical.
