Fun to catch no doubt, but it still doesn't change the fact that it's a turd with fins.
But for the sake of discussion a few observations from carping the past four years.The lowly carp is really a diverse feeder pursuing baitfish,aquatic nymphs, and on occasion skimming flies on the surface.To the casual observer it would appear that carp eat mud and vegetation.This is partially right.The fish has a sturdy digestive tract that allows it to ingest the crap in order to filter out the aquatic inhabitants.I prefer the river carp.The cooler river water keeps them invigorated for stronger battles than the lake fish,while they also seem to immediately understand the benefits of using the current to fight the rod.The primary focus is finding a specific fish and casting to it,which can be infuriating.I've witnessed wary carp be very intolerant to noisy wading,improper presentations, and often very selective in what they will consume.It tests your patience when a carp fins up to your offering only to stare at it for awhile before deciding to take.Many times the take is imperceptible forcing the angler to rely on instinct.Finally i have had more carp take me into my backing than 35+ years of trout fishing.Its really a kick,but I'm not offended if the masses don't take to it.In any case one of my near fishing waters offers great rainbow/browns,pike and carp,nice to have options.I'm not certain a carp is any uglier than a walleye,but as the saying goes beauty is skin deep.To sports,(Randy),yeah the Bruins showed the Canucks how men play hockey.Now I get to watch the Red Sox steam roll the Majors.
