The Carp Strikes Back

Rod Hutchinson’s classic early 80s’ book The Carp Strikes Back is acclaimed by carp anglers as the best carp book ever. It tells the story of a season in the life of a carp angler and his friends, but this isn’t about just any season. Much of the book is based on Rod’s fishing of the famous Savay syndicate water in the very early years of the syndicate. Savay in the early 80s was the place to be and the syndicate consisted of numerous high profile anglers whose names still resonate through the literature of carp fishing to this day. The fact that Rod fished what was affectionately known as the Looney Rota gives some insight into the atmosphere of the book! The methods, baits and techniques used during this season and the reasons behind them are all discussed freely and in depth. The book is now out of print so if you aren’t fortunate enough town a copy this your chance to find out why is such a cult ‘must read’ and has been so highly acclaimed by carp anglers for the 30 years since it was first published. This is Rod the great story teller and innovator at his inimitable best.