CARPology Magazine - Issue 260 (April 2025)
Life Through A Lens
Carl Smith dives into the emotional highs and lows of building a YouTube empire and the life-changing moment that reshaped his career.
Bang On The Money
Nigel Sharp reveals how pinpoint precision has helped him outfish the competition—landing yet another near-40lb brace.
Zigging Essentials
Renowned big-fish angler Scott Lloyd takes us through his Zigging Essentials, sharing never-before-seen tips. Zigs have never been so appealing.
Compiling Carp Season
From bold dreams to bitter disputes, Tim Paisley reflects on how the late ’80s became an era he now recalls with great fondness.
Adam Penning’s Carp Diary
Heading to Orchid Lake, Adam Penning felt the pressure: no carp had been caught there in over two months. However, once again, Penners managed to piece together an impressive four-carp hit.
The Crown Jewels
Stepping onto Virginia Water’s vast 145-acre main lake was a world away from the intimate venues Terry Bell was used to. What followed was a four-year-long battle of tactics, determination, and one unforgettable moment…
The Bivvy Tramp’s Guide To…
In the latest instalment of his St Ives deep dive, Martin Lawrence unpicks what makes the Shallow Pit so special, swim by swim.
