bassmaster4 Posted April 29, 2007 Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 I like carp as of today. They are crazy good fighters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rizzo Posted April 29, 2007 Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 Geez, tough call, they are all so ugly. I guess the one that freaks me out the least is the mighty sheephead so I'll have to go with that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danc Posted April 29, 2007 Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 I didn't see "none" listed in your poll so I didn't vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmaster4 Posted April 29, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 sorry lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huntervasili Posted April 29, 2007 Report Share Posted April 29, 2007 Thats the one i wanted too... add in "too gross to fish for so I cut the line when I hook one" to the pole Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmaster4 Posted April 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Thats the one i wanted too... add in "too gross to fish for so I cut the line when I hook one" to the pole are you kidding theyre great fish not to eat obviously but the fights are good and tehy look nice in pictures because theyre usually pretty big Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beans Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Can't pick just one...never caught a sheepshead but I have caught black drum off the pier at Daytona Fla...same family... They are all fun to catch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanangler1990 Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 carp , for me, carp are too underated in canada Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmaster4 Posted April 30, 2007 Author Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 carp , for me, carp are too underated in canada agreed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 well, I voted sheepshead only because I tipically fish for them while bass fishing....and bass are my favourite sportfish...... I prefer the fight of a carp, but I have to be in the right mood for carp fishing....a lazy mood.... I'm more of a hunter than a sit and wait kind of fisherman... But in early spring, before the carp and sheepies move in, I have NO problem goin after suckers! Cheers, UF Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daplumma Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Catfish are NOT coarse fish! Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 I chose carp, even though I have never caught one. Of all the course fish there are though, carp interests me because of their size and fight. I'll be targeting them this summer for sure! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minnow Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Carp but all are fun to catch! Carp are very underated in north america, Bass is my favorite fish to catch but most but these fish are fun to hook into! I will take the fight of a 30lb carp anyday! These are the fish I grew up fishing and it is what got me hooked and for many shore anglers a great way to get hooked on fishing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Thats the one i wanted too... add in "too gross to fish for so I cut the line when I hook one" to the pole Lemme guess... you complete puzzles in your spare time and listen to Bob Denver? Sheesh! Keep away from those icky carp! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJL Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 I prefer the fight of a carp, but I have to be in the right mood for carp fishing....a lazy mood.... I'm more of a hunter than a sit and wait kind of fisherman... You gotta try your hand at fly fishing for them on shallow flats. It's the closest thing I can think of to fishing for bonefish or permit down in the tropics. Stalking them is another technique that's more akin to hunting - break out the camo. Carp fishing is far more dynamic than most people think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glirw Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 They are all great fighters and make for fun days on the water. The lack of appreciation they get means that there is more left for me and folks like me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ch312 Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Lemme guess... you complete puzzles in your spare time and listen to Bob Denver? Sheesh! Keep away from those icky carp! bahahaha...owned! i voted catfish. might be damn ugly, but they taste great. carp put up one hell of a fight Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Urban Fisherman Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 You gotta try your hand at fly fishing for them on shallow flats. It's the closest thing I can think of to fishing for bonefish or permit down in the tropics. Stalking them is another technique that's more akin to hunting - break out the camo. Carp fishing is far more dynamic than most people think. It's funny you mentioned that MJL - I met a guy who was doing just that at the mouth of the creek where I normally carp fish! He was using some sort of flies and actually hooked into one while I was there...one heck of a fight on fly gear! I might have to try it someday, but without my dog....whenever I wade out into the water, beyond his reach he howls and barks non-stop until I get back to shore! drives me crazy! Good Fishin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassjnkie Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 To the people that don't like these fish, especially carp. I have one thing to say, hook in to a 30+Lb sucker mouth, ugly looking, stinky, beady eyed, freight train, then we'll talk. JMHO Anyways I obviously voted carp. Also vey good poll and topic. Daniel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xrap Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Voted for catfish. Carp are good fighters but I think a 15lb catfish fights better then a 15lb carp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted April 30, 2007 Report Share Posted April 30, 2007 Voted ol wisker face.Atleast you can eat,em.LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GbayGiant Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Voted cats, but only big channel cats if not it would be carp, the average carp is scrappy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoz Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Although I'll take carp over ALL other fish, a good sized sheepshead can give you a good scrap, as can the larger channel cats. I've found the carp in the 12 to 20 pound range put up the best fight, I've caught a few over 30, they make a few half-hearted runs of maybe 50+', and in they come. I've burned my thumb using it for a brake on my spool trying to slow 15 pounders down! But, for $100.00+ you can get a rod, reel, line and some hooks, swivels and egg sinkers, drop by any grocery store and pick up a can of corn, drive to almost ANY larger body of water (or connecting trib) and start catching carp . . . anywhere from 5 to 40+ pounds! Or you can spend a small fortune on all the lastest carp gizmos . . . . . and have about the same chance! Whistling salmon I call 'em! (Play it right, ya might even catch a swan!) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greencoachdog Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 I voted for Catfish, but I don't really consider them a coarse fish. Some places around here even have creel and length limits for them. Hey Photoz, what's the creel and size limit for Swans up there??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Photoz Posted May 1, 2007 Report Share Posted May 1, 2007 Not sure if there's a slot size on 'em or not. Definitely way y y y y y too big for my roast pan . . . . but it would likely fit a nice plump bread-fed mallard or black duck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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