The rig. You’ll see it all the time, fish taking freebies with ... A GOOD REEL IS KEY TO A SET UP! CHECK OUT OUR PICK OF THE BEST CARP REELS. The idea behind the controller rig is simple.

Carp fishing is a waiting game. Generally you pitch out a bait, prop up the rod and wait for a bite. Use a sliding sinker rig fished below a swivel. This setup keeps your bait on the bottom ...