Basic Baits
Here is a list of basic baits to start you off on your quest for carp. ( Boilies ) With the introduction of boilies for carp fishing all the tried and trusted baits became secondary,this was mainly due to the boilie being more selective, also the boilie is ideal for baiting up at range with the aid of a throwing stick.
Numerous companys make excellent boilies, seed baits, protein baits and thanks to Premier Baits of kent and the introduction of the Fish meal boilie which has accounted for thousands of specimen carp.
( PARTICLES ) Possibly the best particle for carp than any other is the Tiger Nut, when using particles it is imperative that they are prepared properly, nut baits need to be soaked for at least 24 hours then boiled for 30 minutes and left to ferment for several days, Tiger nuts give off a syrup like consistency which carp love
( USE YOUR LOAF ) The good old loaf, bread is such a versatile bait it can be used as a floating bait, as a paste bait or flake, it also makes a brilliant ground bait.
Hemp seed this has fast become a favourite for the Carp angler, mainly due to this little seed imitates snails and can cause a preoccupation of the carp, fishing a boilie over the top of a bed of hemp, due to most fish liking hemp a little and often approach works very well.
Hemp should be soaked for 24 hours and boiled for 15 -20 minutes or until the seeds start to split open.
Maize / Sweetcorn An old favourite and one that has caught countless amounts of Specimen Carp. Maize should be soaked for a minimum of 24 hours and boiled for at least 45 minutes.
Chic Peas,Possibly the most versatile of all the particle baits, these take on both flavour and colour better than any other particle, and carp love them, soaked for 24 hours and boiled for 15 - 20 minutes
( NUTS ) Tiger, Brazil, Almond, Cashew, Peanut and Pinenuts are just a few Carp catchers
( BEANS ) Kidney, Haricot, Black-eyed, Butter, Coffee Soya, Pinto, Broad and Mung have all caught their share of Carp.
( SEEDS ) Hemp, Rape, Buckwheat, Tares, Maize Corn, Sunflower, Niger and Millet brilliant for preoccupation.
( PULSES ) Maple peas, Dun peas, Yellow peas, Gunga peas Lentils and Mini Maples are all good Carp catchers.
( NATURAL BAITS )
Worms, Slugs, Snails and Maggots great for stalking Carp.
( FLOATING BAITS ) Bread, Dog mixers, Dog / Cat Biscuits Popcorn, Sunflower seeds, Marshmallows and Cork are all proven catchers of Carp.
( MISCELLANEOUS )
Bread, Potatoes, Dog / Cat food, Groats Prawns, Sultanas, Raisins and Pepperami all great baits. ( UNUSUAL BAITS )
Caddis, Shrimps, Woodlice, Freshwater mussels, Silkweed, Caterpillars, Wasp grubs, Bloodworm, Brandlings, Cheese, Banana, Chips, Wheat and even the good old Sausage have all accounted for some specimen fish.
Fresh boilies are best
You cannot beat fresh baits, here are some fresh frozen Boilies Carp Love them
Austin [OZ] Holness & Two Tone @ 67lb-14oz
My pb Common of 40lb-8oz The Long Common from Mid-Kents famous Conningbrook
Taken on a prototype Premier Protein Boilie