Product Description

Ian "Chilly" Chillcott is a legend in the world of carp fishing and in this book he passes onto the reader his knowledge of the sport. Whilst this is a technical book on carp fishing and some of the material is quite advanced, it is the author's intention to make sure that the basics are fully covered. He explains why certain types of tackle and equipment should be used and outlines the development of tackle and tactics. Chilly begins with a brief history of carp angling and includes many of the dramatic changes and events that have shaped the sport into what it has become today. The section on tackle covers rods, reels, line, luggage, shelters (including bed chairs and sleeping bags), landing nets, unhooking mats, leaders, leads, lead attachments, hooklinks and hooks etc. With its comprehensive text and explanatory photographs "Tackling Carp" is an indespensable guide for both beginner and the more experienced carp fisher.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #71800 in Books
• Published on: 2007-06-28
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 298 pages

Review
Ian 'Chilly' Chillcott is a legend in the world of carp fishing and in this book he passes onto the reader his knowledge and love for the sport. Whilst this is a highly technical book explaining some very advanced techniques, it also explains the most basic principles of carp fishing in quite some detail The book is fully illustrated and contains some stunning photographs which help to explain the text. The book is obviously aimed at the beginner, but even the most experienced anglers could learn a lot from this excellent book. --Carp Talk

What I liked most about this book is the author's obvious passion for carp fishing that exudes form every page. This is no, 'OK, let's write a carp book' effort from someone who is more interested in what he can make out of the venture rather than producing a very readable and interesting book. Ian Chillcott's enthusiasm needs no introduction from me and it is good to feel this enthusiasm throughout the book. 9/10 --Fishingmagic

About the Author
Ian Chillcott began fishing at the age of four. He served in the Airbourne Forces for twenty-two years and during that period he was able to fish all over the world, catching many exotic species. He is a consultant for Fox International and Mainline Baits, and has contributed to the majority of mainstream carp magazines. He now writes for Angling Publications.