Carp fishing has long been looked down upon in the United States, but carping (as it is often called) is one of the most popular types of fishing in all of Europe. How is it that a fish that is so despised in one place by anglers can be revered in another as one of the most popular? The following are three reasons why American anglers should grab some carp fishing gear
and give carp a chance.
Reason #1: Carp grow to large size. The world’s biggest largemouth bass is barely over 20 lbs. Carp, meanwhile, can grow up to 50 or even 60 pounds or more, making them as large as any freshwater fish in the United States other than catfish.
Reason #2: Carp can live almost anywhere. These fish aren’t nearly as sensitive as many other types of fish, meaning that while trout and bass might be found in limited areas, carp can be found virtually anywhere.
Reason #3: Kids love big fish. If you want to get your kids hooked on angling, think of how much fun it’ll be reeling in a 2o or 30 lb carb.
These are just three of the reasons that American anglers should give carp a chance.