A nice healthy 13.5 lb hudson river carp. I just learned about a new rig so gave it a try. I plan on eventually using lg boiles for the rig but used tiger nut because thats what I have..this fish bled a bit which is uncommon? Could the large hook caused it? I did have to steer em a bit aggressive at one point?
Posted by catskill_mountainman
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First off mate, absolutely bang on for using an unhooking mat. Get an upvote for that. Looks like a cracker of a carp that. Bleeding is uncommon but better that and be a bit aggressive in the steering than them potentially getting into snags, tethered up and dying. I carry a bottle of carp care with me, any wounds like that or on their sides etc and I’ll spray a bit of carp care. Nice one mate, great catch.