How to Build a Baited Spot That Carp Trust
A step-by-step approach to pre-baiting with boilies so carp feed confidently on your spot.
By Boilies.com· · 1 min read

Why pre-baiting works
Carp learn quickly. When a bait appears regularly in the same place without danger, they start treating it as a natural food source.
Pick one bait and stick with it
Choose a digestible, quality boilie and use it consistently. Switching every session resets the learning process.
Little and often
Introduce a modest amount every few days rather than one huge drop. Adjust to water temperature: more in summer, much less in winter.
Fish it
When you arrive, fish a matching hookbait on the spot with a small top-up of freebies. Watch for signs of feeding fish before adding more.
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