What size method feeder should I use?

What size method feeder should I use?

I use three sizes of feeder – Mini, Small, and Large – in various weights. When fishing in open water on small lakes, in winter, or when I only want to feed a small amount of bait, a Mini in the 24g size is perfect. The Small version is a more general-sized feeder for year-round use and comes in 24g and 36g weights.

What is the best method feeder mix?

A mix of smaller and larger corn can often work well. A good squirt of liquid pineapple (again or similar) – I choose pineapple as it’s usually sweet and sticky and carp love it. Carp paste powder (about a third of what you’ve used as method mix) – This by Ringers will do the job or any powered paste.

Is a method feeder a fixed rig?

The Method feeder rig A short hook length with a banded hair, semi fixed to the feeder. Both feed and hook bait moulded onto the feeders frame creating a tangle free package, which will catch Carp all day long.

How often should you cast a method feeder?

How often should I cast a method feeder? – You should be regularly casting your feeder out, this is not like bating a spot and waiting for the carp to come in. Every 30 minutes is a good guide but on some waters, you can cast as often as every 5-10 minutes to get more bait in and find the right spots.

Why are method feeders banned?

Reason for the ban? Believe it or not, but there are some fisheries where too much bait, or rather too much bait left uneaten by the fish can lead to problems with water quality. The consequence issue with water quality can then take an ill-effect on the fish stock.

Is a lead clip a fixed rig?

Semi-fixed bolt rigs, such as lead clips and helicopter set-ups, are predominantly used by carp anglers.

What is the best method feeder for carp?

The Hirisi inline carp method feeder is the perfect choice for the carp angler. It is my go-to method feeder when I want to chuck out larger and heavier balls of groundbait that have a lot of particles in them (hemp seeds, pellets, corn).

How does Drennan in line flat method feeder improve accuracy?

In-Line Flat Method Feeder With this improved design of Drennan In-Line Flat Method Feeder, both the lead in the flat base and the bait load distribute the weight into an aerodynamic bomb shape. The shape of the feeder increases casting distance and improves accuracy, particularly in strong cross-winds.

Where to place hook bait in Drennan feeder?

This leaves a generous gap so that the hook bait can be placed in the optimum position. This area also aligns with a recess in a Drennan bait mould for perfect positioning every time. Used in conjunction with the non-stick, easy release bait mould, you can achieve perfectly shaped groundbait and/or pellet mouldings every time.

What kind of bait do you use for a method feeder?

The three most popular bait options for moulding around a Method Feeder are dampened 2mm micro pellets, groundbait or a mixture of the two. There is nothing to stop you trying all three options during a session to see which performs best on the day.

Why is the shape of a flat feeder important?

The shape of the feeder increases casting distance and improves accuracy, particularly in strong cross-winds. On the body of the feeder, the two largest bait-holding ribs are well spaced and curved away from each other. This leaves a generous gap so that the hook bait can be placed in the optimum position.