Match anglers catch lots of carp on paste during the summer, but I rarely see specimen carp anglers using it? I know it’s not great for casting, but do you think it would make a good stalking bait?
Jim Wilson:
One hundred percent! Paste is one of the most underused baits going, and I’m not sure why in honesty!
Maybe trends with bait move around in circles and there will come a time once again where paste will be back in the spotlight. Whilst it’s not being utilised as much, however, it can provide a massive edge to the angler using it.
It breaks down very, very quickly, leaking off masses of attraction. If you can lower it into the edge and not cast to ensure it remains on the hair/hook, I’m sure you’ll have lots of success with it.