Amongst the top carp fishing baits of all time must be Maize. This cheap and simple bait has accounted for a lot of the fish I have caught. If you are not familiar with Maize and its different varieties and applications then you should be. You are missing out on a killer carp bait.

Are you fed up of spending all your hard earned money on expensive carp fishing bait? Why not look at supplementing your carp bait with some low cost alternative baits from the local pet shop. Many different types of bait can be purchased for a fraction of the cost of conventional baits such as bollies from the tackle and bait suppliers. All the products below make excellent carp baits when prepared correctly and used in the right way.

It’s not just your chosen bait supplier or local tackle shop that can provide you with top quality bait. Often adopting a different bait tactic can make all the difference. Picking up some alternative baits from your local supermarket could bring you success. I often add a stock of the following food items to my basket from my local supermarket. They particularly come into their own on waters that have bait bans.