Jim Shelley is a carp-catching phenomenon and in this episode of the Hunter series we dig deep into his Ibiza Beach campaign, the highs and the lows. With the addition of some epic ‘Shelley Cam’ diary footage, we get an exclusive, in the moment, insight into his pursuit of an ancient 45lb common....

Holiday restrictions have been lifted across the UK and we’re heading back to Ibiza Beach as Jim Shelley continues his pursuit of an ancient common carp. This fish in question, first breached the 40lb barrier in the year 2000 and is the epitome of an old English carp. The lake holds just 17 carp,...

This hour-long episode of the Hunter series sees Jim complete the Woolpack jigsaw puzzle, with the capture of the biggest carp on the complex and his latest 50-pounder. As one chapter ends, another begins and Jim has been granted permission to help with the stocking of the lakes. Many years previ...

“There it is in front of me. All of that time, effort, watching, baiting, praying, hoping, and then it’s there. That brief moment in time.” The latest Hunter film sees us dive dive into the world of Jim’s “off the radar” carp fishing; it’s not for the feint hearted, there are plenty of risks invo...

Ever wanted to catch a carp so much that it becomes an obsession? That’s exactly what happened to Jim Shelley, and in this film the itch is finally scratched. His quest for Rosie the carp comes to an end and 40-pounds of 40 year old mirror carp lay in his arms. Never one for slowing down, Jim mov...

Jim Shelley makes his Cypography debut, kicking off his new Hunter series in fine style! We are going to be joining him regularly for an in-depth look at his fishing life, and hopefully we will extract a few gems along the way, from the mind of one of the most deadly anglers in the game!

The mind-blowing story of a carp aptly named "Ollie the otter dodger". This fish really is a true survivor, he was brutally attacked by an otter and lived to tell the tale!
Judging from the response that we had to Jim Shelley’s first Hunter piece, you guys are going to love what we have in store...

We’ve all heard of red letter days, but what about red letter years? Marcus Clark has had a season he’ll never forget, with a string of huge and beautiful carp landed. We join him live from the banks of Dinton’s White Swan to relive some of these special moments, discuss the key factors to his su...

Jim is no stranger to catching big fish from demanding venues and we’re delighted to join him in his pursuit of just 15 wily old carp. Location and prep work are key to success and even the smallest of signs are worth logging when the stakes are high. Jim’s use of salt has become somewhat of a ph...

Catching big carp isn’t easy, and catching them on limited time is even harder. Wes Coggeshall is a guy that like most of us, has a relationship and a job to uphold, whilst being carp fishing obsessed. In this film we look at how he juggles a normal life with angling, whilst racking up an impress...

Connor and Scott Hatton target one of the North West’s most intriguing pits and catch from the get-go! The dad & lad duo use their boating tactics to land a run of breathtaking commons and mirrors on the 80-acre ‘Perch Pit’. Piece by piece the stock reveals itself to be a stunning assortment of u...

Having mates like Luke Stevenson means that, not only does Elliott get to photograph his fair share of magnificent carp, but he’s also able to twist the arm of the usually shy, Essex big-carp man into spilling the beans once in a while (holding his pictures to ransom usually does it). Elliott met...

We’re delighted to be able to bring you some footage of one of the UK’s true giants, in the arms of our long-time friend, Luke Stevenson. If Luke’s exclusive footage and interview don’t make you want to go fishing, you might want to check your pulse!

Ever looked at a carp and thought “I need that in my album!”, well that’s exactly what happened to Marcus Clark and this is the story of how that dream became reality. Good things rarely come too easily and catching this incredible 50lb linear was no mean feat. The lake in question presents a who...

Tom Stokes is the epitome of a big carp bounty hunter, with an album stacked with incredible carp and crowned by the Burghfeild Common there was a mirror in the lake next door that Tom made his next target; The Baby Black. We join him live on the bank to document his campaign, and would you belie...

Jon McAllister is highly regarded as one of most successful big fish men of his generation, and this film is a perfect example of why that is! Dinton’s White Swan Lake is a venue that far from gives up its Jewells easily, and in order to achieve, you must endure the pain that comes with it. Jon g...

The course of most big-carp campaigns doesn’t run smooth; there are setbacks, highs and lows. This one though, must have gone how Luke Stevenson dreamed it! Almost like they were following a script, the big carp of Northwyke surrendered one after the other to Luke’s classic autumn baiting approac...

Part Two of Jim Shelley’s Woolpack campaign focuses on his relentless quest for the Queen of the Fens, the mighty Paddle. This unique carp was attracting more attention as it crept towards the 50lb mark, so it was now or never for Jim, as he closed in on the ultimate prize. He relives the final d...

The second part of Jim's epic Wraysbury tale sees him level up, catching several of the historic pit's most-wanted, culminating in a meeting with Mary, considered by many to be the UK's most iconic record carp. With Jim, you know that it's going to be a colourful journey and we loved diving back ...

Armed with a handy cam and a score to settle, John Payne continues his pursuit of a big club lake common. Having already caught most of the lake’s stock, it’s a grind - but giving up isn’t an option. Balancing everyday life, self-employment, and some wild challenges away from fishing, this is big...

After a slow spring and no sign of his dream carp, things finally take a turn for the better - it’s now a case of capitalising on the opportunity. The stars align, the bites keep coming, and before long, the ultimate prize makes a rare mistake. Having remained uncaught for a lengthy period despit...

Simon Scott takes us back to the 90s when Wraysbury was the king of UK carp lakes and Mary was the undisputed jewel in its crown. Scotty whisks us along on an incredible journey, ending with a capture so monumental that its echos still reverberate now!

Elliott gets his first shot at the prize. It’s early March, and although conditions are far from ideal, where there’s a will, there’s a way. Joined by Dave Robinson, the pair take very different approaches in their pursuit of a true UK giant, however both adopt classic spring tactics.