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TD
08-20-2021, 08:43 PM
Hit a local waterway in Union County after work. Decided to try carp fishing. It was my 3rd time...never really tried since I thought they were "trash" fish. Was I wrong. First time catching a carp and man what a blast. Ripping line, Drag screaming, the fish were all over the place. So much fun. I am hooked. TD
FASTEDDIE29
08-22-2021, 04:48 PM
They are super strong fish. Most underestimate them due to lack of knowledge. Cool fish to target and we have some monsters in NJ. Awesome catch! :D
NJ219bands
08-24-2021, 12:33 AM
I caught one today with corn bait on a #8 gold hook and 4 lb test line in Central Jersey flood water. Ultralight carping is lots of fun.
bulletbob
08-24-2021, 08:14 AM
Carp are great game fish... Pound for pound they pull as hard as any fresh water fish, including Largemouth Bass, Pike, Musky, Lake Trout . Channel Cats, etc.... bob
TD
08-25-2021, 06:48 PM
Nice...I can't imagine 4lb test in flood waters. Great job!
NJ219bands
08-26-2021, 12:54 AM
Nice...I can't imagine 4lb test in flood waters. Great job!

Caught lots of bluegills and golden shiners, a carp, a bullhead, a bass and 5 turtles on corn bait.
Gerry Zagorski
08-26-2021, 07:53 AM
Nice. Spent many a night in my younger days fishin for Carp. Got to love they way they fight!