3 Carp Fishing Tactics That Work in France

3 experienced anglers explain tactics for carp fishing in France.

Carp anglers Mick Haynes, Bob Carey and Paul Shaw take regular fishing holidays in France. Each demonstrates a different tactic to achieve results.

Choosing Effective Carp Fishing Tactics in France

Knowing which tactics work generally for carp fishing in France is important when planning a fishing holiday. Knowing what tactics work on a particular lake and even a particular swim can be vital. The video examines the tactics employed by 3 very different anglers at different swims on Oakview Lake.

Effective Carp Fishing Tactics With Bob Carey

Carp Tactics With Bob Carey
Carp Tactics With Bob Carey

Bob Carey is a specialist of the Home Swims, where he catches around 20 carp per session during his regular visits. He deploys big beds of bait using a bait boat. As well as revealing his ‘big-bed’ baiting tactics, Bob shows his blowback rig in detail.

Carp Fishing Features at the Home Swims

The Home Swims are located directly in front of the Oakview Lake accommodation, 20 yards from the lodge terrace. From here the island is seen ‘end-on’ at a distance of 80 yards. The island divides the lake in two, with margins and open water on either side. The Home Swims face due south.

Effective Carp Fishing Tactics With Mick Haynes

Carp Tactics With Mick Haynes
Carp Tactics With Mick Haynes

Mick Haynes caught a record 43 carp in one session from the Sunrise Swim. Mick describes the exact tactics he used during his record-breaking session. He gives us a detailed account of how his baiting tactics are designed to keep the fish moving. Mick also demonstrates his inline rig and hook bait.

Carp Fishing Features at the Sunrise Swim

The Sunrise Swim is located to the right of Oakview Lake when looking from the accommodation. From here the island is seen side-on about 50 yards away and it curves away gently to left and right. The length of the island, the far margin and open water are all within easy casting range. This double swim faces due east.

Effective Carp Fishing Tactics With Paul Shaw

Carp Tactics With Paul Shaw
Carp Tactics With Paul Shaw

Paul Shaw doesn’t fish at night, so he is always ready to adjust tactics to maximise the effect of the shorter fishing sessions. Paul describes his no-fuss rig, which includes a running lead and simple set-up for his hook bait. Paul also demonstrates his flexible baiting strategy, where he casts a wide net and then gradually starts to concentrate his firepower.

Carp Fishing Features at the Sunset Swim

The Sunset Swim is located to the left of Oakview Lake when looking from the accommodation. From here the island is seen side-on about 70 yards away and its half-moon shape creates a small bay. The island’s bay, the far margin and open water are all within easy casting range. This double swim faces due west.

See 3 Different Carp Rigs and Baiting Tactics

So if you are planning a first-time carp fishing holiday at Oakview Lake in France then watch the video to see how these 3 experienced anglers employ different tactics from 3 different swims.