THE AMERICAN CARPER - With Sean Manning

THE AMERICAN CARPER - EPISODE 9 - The Fishin' Factory Tournament - Kyle & Blake Carlson - With Sean Manning

October 19, 2020 Sean Manning
THE AMERICAN CARPER - With Sean Manning
THE AMERICAN CARPER - EPISODE 9 - The Fishin' Factory Tournament - Kyle & Blake Carlson - With Sean Manning
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In this episode of The American Carper Podcast, Sean sits down with Blake & Kyle Carlson to discuss the 2021 Fishin' Factory Tournament held on the Connecticut River. A tidal river tournament brings various elements of challenge for the Angler's in attendance and  in this episode we go into the details of endurance, baiting approach and the tackle needed to fish this incredible venue.  Tidal flow, massive weed beds and strong tackle are all discussed as well as the unique opportunity to move swims during a tournament and the challenges that this decision presents to the Angler. A must listen for anyone wanting to fish this venue and a great overview of US Tournaments in general.

Tournament Location
A Tidal River
Incoming and Outgoing Tides
Tournament Format
Teams of 2 and a Runner
"Are you fishing for Bass?"
Multiple Runs
Baiting a Tidal River
The Option to Move during the Tournament
Approaching the Tournament and the mindset
Building a bed of bait
Boilies...The fish have been introduced to them
Getting to the larger fish in the river
Larger Hook Baits
Particles Vs Boilies on the river
Bigger baits...Bigger fish
Fantails in the CT River
Temperatures
Tackling the Weed
Boat Anchors for leads... 3-12 ounces
Heavy leads, Strong Tackle....not the same as your lake approach
Outgoing Tides
Braid vs Mono
The US Carp scene...The support for the tournament.
The Prize Pool - $25,000
The Social aspects of a tournament
Some of the best Anglers in the USA
This months Podcast Competition