
How To - Tie A PVA Bag
How To - Tie A PVA Bag Beginner
Using a PVA bag is one of the most effective ways to present a compact, irresistible bait offering when targeting carp. When prepared correctly, it can be a match-winning method. In this how-to guide, you'll learn how to make the perfect PVA bag step by step. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced angler, mastering this method can help you land more carp confidently.
What you will need -
PVA Speedmesh System |
Pole Pots |
Mainline Match Activated Carp Pellets 2mm |
Guru Rig Scissors |
Guru Speedmesh Needle |
Guru Speed Bead |
Guru Ready Rig of your choice |
PVA Speedmesh System
Grab your PVA Speedmesh System and pull out the plunger.

Measure your bait
Pole Pots make great measuring tools. They allow you to have consistent bag sizes and also give you an idea of how much you're feeding! Scoop your pole pot into some dry pellets; 2 mm micro pellets work really well for this.

Load your PVA System
Pour the pellets into the PVA system.

Tie the bag
Pull the PVA Mesh away from the system; this will help you tie your bag much more quickly! Then, tie an overhand knot with the PVA, ensuring the knot is tight to the bag. This will create a neat, small parcel of bait.

Tie a second knot
Tie another overhand knot just above the previous knot. This will prepare you for the next PVA bag you tie. The two knots should look like this. Then, Cut the PVA with scissors right between the two knots.

Grab your Speedmesh needle
Grab a Speedmesh needle and place it through the bag like this, avoiding both knots in the bag.

Attach your ready rig
Insert your hook-length loop from your chosen Guru Ready Rig into the gate latch needle and close the latch. Then, pull the bag over the needle and let the PVA bag slide down the line to the hook.

Catch some fish!
Time to clip your hook length to your speed bead, and cast it out.

If you are looking for more information to help you with your angling, please check out the remainder of our how-to guides, and please refer to the glossary for assistance with any terminology.
How To Guides

How To – Tie A Bomb Rig
Here’s a guide on how to tie the perfect Bomb Rig

How To - Use A Speed Bander
This handy tool maximises fishing time and improves bait presentation, helping you catch

How To – Set Up An Elasticated Feeder
Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to tie the perfect elasticated Hybrid/Method Feeder

How To - Set Up An In-Line Hybrid/Method Feeder
Here’s a step by step guide showing you how to tie the perfect In-line Method/Hybrid

How To – Tie A Helicopter Rig
The Helicopter rig is a fantastic set up for natural water feeder fishing. Here's how to

How To - Tie Matt Godfrey's Free Running Feeder Rig
Matt Godfrey uses this rig in most of his natural water feeder work, here’s how to create

How To – Soak The Perfect Micro Pellets
A guide on how to prepare the perfect micro pellets every time you go fishing.

How To - Mix Paste
Paste fishing is a great method for carp, especially in warm months. Here's how to mix it

How To – Mix The Perfect Groundbait
Achieve that perfect groundbait mix for every match with this how-to guide.

How To - Use Distance Sticks
How to use Distance Sticks and accurately measure and replicate fishing spot distances.
Features

Barbel and chub fishing on the River Thames - Gary Newman
Gary explains the tactics and tackle that he uses

Become A Pellet Waggler Master
All-round expert, Steve Ringer, explores one of the most exciting and effective methods
Bomb Fishing For Carp... WITH BREAD!
How to catch more carp using one of the cheapest and simplest fishing baits out there…

Margin Mayhem
Tanks Tips for Catching big carp down the margins in the warmer months

The Big River Mission!
Matt and Tank, took to the mighty River Trent on a big-fish attack using the flat float!

Up And Down - The perfect combo attack for catching more!
Adam Rooney, explores and explains his favourite combo for a commercial bagging attack!

Feeder Fishing Secrets Revealed In "Incredible" Underwater Film
Matt Godfrey, Adam Rooney, and Steve Ringer explore feeder fishing for bream in Underwater

UK Champ Steve Ringer Tackles New Venue With Baits He's "Never Used Before!'
Steve Ringer, the current UK champion, recently fished at a Carpadrome in Belgium.

Andy Bennet's 5 Tips To Improving Your Maggot Fishing This Winter
Andy Bennett's biggest winter maggot fishing tips and tricks.

Gurus Underwater 3 – Andy Bennett and Steve Ringer Pole Fishing Secrets Revealed
Underwater 3, Andy Bennett and Steve Ringer pole fishing on the underwater cameras.
Tackle Focus

A-Class Poles
An in-depth look at all the poles within the A-Class range

N-Gauge Specimen Reels
Everything you need to know about the N-Gauge Specimen reels

N-Gauge Specimen Rods
The N-Gauge Specimen range of Dual Tip and Barbel rods

Aventus Zero900 and Zero700 Poles
The Aventus Zero700 and Zero900 pole range explained in detail

X-Change Bait Up Rods
Find out everything you need to know about the X-Change Bait Up rods

N-Gauge Poles
An extensive insight into the N-Gauge pole range.

Aventus Steve Ringer Rods
The Aventus Steve Ringer Rods are premium rods for various feeder fishing needs.

Fusion Luggage
Fusion luggage offers versatile, durable storage solutions for various fishing needs.

Guru Pole Float Range
Guru MW Pole Floats are hand-made, durable, high-quality fishing floats for various

Adjustable Rig Cases
The Adjustable Rig Cases offer durable, versatile storage for your hooklengths.