Ricci Connolly | Korda Thinking Tackle Podcast #118

Tom Dove and Adam Reed are back from an incredible week at Gigantica, and this one took some beating. Listen as they tell Damo and Spooner about their record-breaking week in this weeks Thinking Tackle Podcast UNCUT.After the previous group set a new Main Lake record with 140 carp, the challenge was on. What followed was a huge team effort, with bites coming right until the final minutes and an incredible 146 carp landed in a week.But it wasn’t just about numbers. Adam finally got his chance on the Main Lake and made it count, catching one of Gigantica’s most iconic old carp, Shoulders, while Darrell Peck put together an incredible hit from Alcatraz.🎧 In this episode:How the lads broke the Gigantica Main Lake record with 146 carpReedy’s first proper week on the Main LakeCatching Shoulders and why it’s one of Gigantica’s finest carpDarrell Peck’s incredible 40+ fish hit from AlcatrazLong-range fishing and the importance of absolute accuracyWhy the smallest details separate good angling from great anglingDamo return to float fishing for carpWhat the underwater films have taught the lads about changing rigsPickups vs bites - and how many times your target fish might have already picked you upFrom record-breaking fishing to one of the best carp Adam has ever caught, it was a week at Gigantica that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠#Korda #ThinkingTacklePodcast #UncutPodcast #CarpFishing #Gigantica #BigCarp #CarpFishingUK

Darrell Peck & Rob Burgess are back on the UNCUT Podcast with Neil Spooner and Adam Reed. This time Pecky’s got a 65lb UK common to talk about. After seeing the fish repeatedly during his spring campaign, Pecky returned for one last chance and finally got his hands on it at 65lb 4oz.The interesting bit is how he caught it - a simple solid PVA bag presentation, tied after watching none other than Rob Burgess on his very popular Solid Bag Masterclass.Luckily, Rob’s sitting opposite him this week.That leads into a proper look at solid bag fishing - the rig, hookbait, bag size, accuracy and a few small details that both Rob and Pecky believe make a massive difference.🎧 In this episode:- Pecky’s 65lb 4oz UK common- Why he stuck to the area despite seeing the fish elsewhere- The solid PVA bag rig that caught it- Rob Burgess - why solid bags can outfish everything- Why your hookbait should have zero buoyancy- Small bags, minimal bait for perfect presentation- Rob’s new YouTube channel - He’s a YouTuber- Spooner’s trip to Etang Rapid with his son Fred- Pecky’s plans for Gigantica and this autumn- Korda Kontender and some impressive young anglersIt’s a proper technical one this week - a huge UK carp, a simple method and two anglers who know exactly how to get the most from it.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

The Uncut Podcast lads are joined by one of big carp fishing's most consistent anglers, Ian Bailey. Tom Dove, Damian Clarke and Adam Reed (No Spooner this week) know Ian’s track record and have lots of questions. Despite him keeping a low profile, Bailey has quietly put together another incredible run of captures, including multiple UK 40s from a variety of waters. The conversation dives into the mindset that's made him such a consistent angler, why he avoids the noise around modern carp fishing, and the simple tactics he trusts everywhere he goes.There's also plenty of discussion around presentation, baiting accurately at range, plastic corn, choosing the right waters, and why location still outweighs everything else.🎧 In this episode:Ian Bailey's latest run of UK 40lb carpWhy he keeps his fishing private and avoids following the crowdPicking the right waters instead of chasing rumoursFishing with a spinner rig, plastic maize and BoomWhy presentation at range is all about hitting the clip properlyAdjusting for depth and staying accurate over baitNorthwyk, Cawcutts and recent big carp capturesPike fishing, Norfolk Broads and why Bailey still loves doing something differentIt's a proper big carp episode with one of the most consistent anglers in the country, sharing the little details and mindset that make the biggest difference.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

After a few weeks apart, the full Korda UNCUT Podcast team is back together (Tom Dove, Neil Spooner, Damian Clarke and Adam Reed) with plenty to catch up on.With multiple Dovey & Spooner VS YouTube films in the bag, new venues fished, overseas trips and river campaigns, there's no shortage of stories from the last few weeks.The lads also chat about summer fishing, float fishing for carp, Spooners trip to Holland, upcoming trips to France and Gigantica, plus a few plans that may (or may not) involve Dovey running a marathon...🎧 In this episode:Behind the scenes of the latest Dovey & Spooner VS matchesSpooner's 50 winners and a special achievement awardAdams' latest river campaign and filming from the boatDamos return to float fishing for carpSpooner's trip to De Ronde Bleek & adapting to tough conditionsBerners Hall, Embryo venues and some incredible day-ticket carpPlans for Gigantica, France and the autumn fishing aheadIt's another classic Uncut episode packed with proper carp fishing, plenty of laughs, and a look at what the lads have been up to both on and off the bank.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

Episode 118 of the Korda Thinking Tackle Podcast features Ricci Connoly, a highly respected carp angler whose success spans some of the UK's most sought-after venues as well as incredible waters across Europe. Alongside his angling achievements, Ricci is also the owner of the industry-leading Fishon Tackle Shop, a business that has gone from strength to strength over many years. In this episode, Ricci shares his journey through the tackle trade, the challenges of running a successful business, and how he balances work with his pursuit of some of carp fishing's most revered captures. It's an honest and insightful conversation packed with stories, experience, and valuable lessons from a lifetime dedicated to carp fishing.

Carl Smith joins Tom Dove, Neils Spooner and Adam Reed fresh off another incredible spring, with not one but two UK 50s already under his belt. From stalking a stunning Cornish linear on floating bread to finally banking a long-awaited reservoir common, there's plenty of big carp chat to get into.The conversation also dives into Carl's recent Japan film, chasing carp beneath Mount Fuji, the appeal of mystery fish, and why the unknown still drives so many anglers.🎧 In this episode:Carl's 50lb Cornish linear caught freelining breadThe story behind his long-awaited reservoir commonWhy stalking still delivers some of the most exciting carp fishingThe latest Spooner's 50 winner... Carl himselfFishing beneath Mount Fuji and the making of Carl's Japan filmThe attraction of mystery carp and forgotten watersAdam's latest Thames session and why rivers still hold so much intrigueOtters, unknown fish, and where the UK's biggest uncaught carp might beFrom surface fishing and spring campaigns to Japan and the River Thames, it's another proper angling conversation with one of the best big carp anglers and filmmakers in the game.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

In this episode of Thinking Tackle Uncut, Neil Spooner tells the full story behind landing the 67lb UK common that stunned everyone. From a last-minute invite to Waterside from the guys at Cypography, a simple Solid Bag approach, and not even realising what he'd hooked until it was in the net, it's a capture he'll never forget.Alongside the celebrations, the lads catch up on recent sessions, Germany trips, river fishing, and why simple tactics still catch the biggest carp.🎧 In this episode:The full story behind Spooner's 67lb UK commonWhy a solid bag and a yellow Pom & Pear wafter did the damageTom's trip to Germany with Christopher Paschmanns and Marc VoosenAdam's opening river session and an agonising hook pull on the first night.The latest Spooner's 50s competition winnersOne of the biggest moments in Uncut history, with plenty of laughs, proper carp fishing chat, and a story Spooner won't be living down any time soon.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026 (Last Chance).Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected]://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

Dovey, Spooner, Damo and Adam are all back together in this episode of Thinking Tackle Podcast Uncut. The lads take a look back on a session that produced 18 carp, close encounters with the country’s BIGGEST fully scaled mirror carp (aka their target fish), and a fascinating discussion around rigs, presentations, and how something as small as an inch of hooklink length can completely change the outcome of a session.A week at The Manor, plenty of bites, and a few moments where it genuinely felt like the lake’s giant, fully scaled mirror was only one mistake away from getting caught. From fishing clay spots amongst heavy weed to spotting the big fish over the baited area, there were plenty of moments where confidence was sky high - but the result everyone wanted remained just out of reach.🎧 In this episode:The Manor trip and fishing for one of the UK’s biggest fully scaled mirrorsA once-in-a-lifetime moment seeing the target fish show directly over the spot.18 carp landed and a week of near missesFishing clay spots, weed beds and adapting to changing conditionsChod rig length, hookbait presentation + why an inch can make all the difference.Spinner rigs vs chod rigs and when each comes into its ownThe return of the Pango pop-upSpooner’s latest session at WrasburyThe latest Spooner’s 50s, plus a 66lb Old Mill carpA proper carp fishing episode covering rigs, presentations, big fish thinking, and those fine margins that often decide whether you catch them or not.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026?Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial ⁠http://instagram.com/kordaofficial⁠

Dovey, Spooner, Damo and Adam are all back together in this episode of Thinking Tackle Podcast Uncut. The lads take a look back on a session that produced 18 carp, close encounters with the country’s BIGGEST fully scaled mirror carp (aka their target fish), and a fascinating discussion around rigs, presentations, and how something as small as an inch of hooklink length can completely change the outcome of a session.A week at The Manor, plenty of bites, and a few moments where it genuinely felt like the lake’s giant, fully scaled mirror was only one mistake away from getting caught. From fishing clay spots amongst heavy weed to spotting the big fish over the baited area, there were plenty of moments where confidence was sky high - but the result everyone wanted remained just out of reach.🎧 In this episode:The Manor trip and fishing for one of the UK’s biggest fully scaled mirrorsA once-in-a-lifetime moment seeing the target fish show directly over the spot.18 carp landed and a week of near missesFishing clay spots, weed beds and adapting to changing conditionsChod rig length, hookbait presentation + why an inch can make all the difference.Spinner rigs vs chod rigs and when each comes into its ownThe return of the Pango pop-upSpooner’s latest session at WrasburyThe latest Spooner’s 50s, plus a 66lb Old Mill carpA proper carp fishing episode covering rigs, presentations, big fish thinking, and those fine margins that often decide whether you catch them or not.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026?Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected] more information, visit:http://www.kordatackle.co.ukhttps://www.facebook.com/kordaofficial http://instagram.com/kordaofficial

Big Carp catching machine, Darrell Peck joins Neil Spooner and Adam Reed on the UNCUT Podcast, fresh from an intense Spring campaign on one of the country's toughest venues - and the conversation quickly turns to whether he can still compete at the sharp end of modern UK carp fishing.After spending years focused on European adventures, Pecky opens up about returning to the pressure, competition and commitment required to target some of the hardest carp in the country. From 35 nights out of 37 at Long Reach to close-range encounters with the Lord of the Manor, there's plenty to get stuck into.🎧 In this episode:Pecky’s 35-night Long Reach campaign and why he committed so heavilyFishing a 30-carp lake where opportunities are few and far betweenRange fishing at 180+ yards and making the most of tiny windowsThe reality of competing against some of the best anglers in UK carp fishingCatching Starburst at over 50lb and other Long Reach capturesWhy solid bags are still massively underusedSpooner’s latest syndicate success and a new target fishA quick trip to Bulgaria, plenty of bites, and an unexpected new fishing dogPecky speaks honestly about getting older, staying competitive, and whether he still has what it takes to keep up with the new generation of anglers. A proper insight into modern big carp fishing, campaign angling, and the mindset needed when the odds are stacked against you.📬 Want to join the Spooner’s 50 Club in 2026?Send your UK 50 entries to: [email protected]