"The Biscuit Fly: A Simple Yet Deadly Carp Catcher"
Darren Crawford How It’s Tied
The Biscuit Fly is tied on a short or medium shank hook. It uses either spun deer hair (as shown in the picture) or closed-cell foam, shaped into a rounded or oblong form to mimic a piece of biscuit. Simple yet highly effective.
What It Mimics
Unlike traditional flies that imitate insects, the Biscuit Fly replicates a piece of biscuit—making it ideal for carp feeding on human food scraps. It works best in warm months when carp are actively foraging, especially in urban waters where they’re accustomed to eating bread, cookies, or popcorn.
Where It’s Used
This fly excels in carp-rich waters like lakes, ponds, slow rivers, and canals. During warm weather, carp often cruise near the surface, making the Biscuit Fly a prime choice. Pro tip: Resist the urge to twitch it. Let the fly sit motionless until the carp sucks it in—patience is key.
(Edits: Improved conciseness, fixed awkward phrasing, and removed redundancies like "incredibly difficult to not want.")
