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...

“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...

We follow Jim through a live session at the Woolpack Fishery in Cambridgeshire. Those of you looking for an insight into Jim’s tactics, as well as details of his extensive history at one of the finest fisheries in Cambs will be well catered for here. Jim and Elliott cover his Woolpack campaign, f...

Could this be the best Hunter video yet? We're going undercover to deliver a slice of carp fishing as Jim Shelley likes it most, off-the-radar, away from madding crowds and with the prospect of huge uncaught carp on the cards. Few can do it like Jim does it and whilst this style of fishing isn't ...

The Chodfather Returns; Jim Shelley is the master of chod fishing and in this film his approach is laid bare! After discovering this presentation, he spent months tweaking the rig to perfection and the result is his somewhat unique adaptation of the infamous Chod rig. These days, Jim lets his cap...

Jim Shelley visits Kevin Nash's Church Lake and the action is non-stop! Catching 11 thirties and a 40-pounder in a weeks fishing is unimaginable for most carp anglers but Jim makes it look easy. This film is full of big carp, and proves that his tactics work wherever he goes. We've documented the...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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....

Jim Shelley’s future lies in Europe and for the first time ever, you’ll see him crossing the channel and heading into foreign lands as he chases the fishing he used to have before the rise in carp fishing’s popularity. To be a happy carp angler, he wants adventure, good food, peace and quiet and ...

The second in this two-part film sees Jim and Elliott pit their wits against the inhabitants of a large French gravel pit. With conditions far from in their favour it’s time to pull out all the stops and endure a gruelling hunt for the carp. You’ll see first-hand how determined Jim can be in his ...

Few anglers catch as many carp as Jim Shelley during the winter months. Week in, week out, Jim’s out there doin’ it and we join him in-session at Nash Lakes Royston. We look back at his recent success, follow him live for 24 hours and get him to show us exactly how to tie his Bungee Rig. Come rai...

With over 1000 acres of water to go at and little to no knowledge on the venue, the task at hand is a monster. Some anglers thrive at a challenge, and this is certainly the case here. In this film, the first of three parts, it’s all about locating carp, as until that box is ticked, there’s one he...

Jim Shelley is a master of many carp-fishing disciplines, including that most old school of them all, float fishing. We spent a couple of days learning exactly how Uncle Jim uses his renowned watercraft to the fullest to catch cautious carp on the float. From the right tackle to use, to setting u...

After suffering a devastating loss, Jim & Elliott turn to the pub, which brings a change of fortune. With thousands of acres of water surrounding them, things liven up to an extent they could only have dreamed of, as the monster lake starts to give up its jewels. Big pit carp fishing can either m...

Just when they thought things couldn’t get any better, this session of a lifetime takes another turn, resulting in what could easily become the most incredible hauls of carp we’re ever lucky enough to document on Cypography. A lake of truly enormous proportions, with carp to match, that leaves a ...

Jim Shelley thrives at carp fishing’s greatest challenges and we’re joining him as he tries to catch a carp from one of Europe’s most challenging river systems. This is carp fishing like you’ve probably never seen it before, it ain’t easy but the rewards can be monumental.

Having never blanked a single trip abroad, Jim was keen to keep it that way. Visiting a river, canal and a lake in just a few days might seem crazy but there’s no such thing as too much hard work when Jim’s in pursuit of carp. Would he be rewarded for his efforts and keep his record intact?

Long before Jim Shelley’s poor old photo albums bulged with the finest carp the UK has ever produced, he fished a famous complex of lakes in Norfolk, called Waveney Valley Lakes. Now, after all this time, Jim heads back there to give us a masterclass in winter tactics, while at the same time enjo...

Jim’s back on the road searching for the freedom he craves! He’s got his sights set on a giant mirror living in a crystal clear canal, which means putting in the legwork to create a chance at the big girl in between the greedy smaller residents. It’s not long before Jim’s impatience gets the bett...