Alfie Russell | Life and Carp Fishing | Urban Carping

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • Alfie has no doubt inspired countless anglers to break the mould in the way they approach their fishing and the backdrop against whhich they target carp and other species. Whilst the years have changed a few things, many things remain the same, and in this film you'll see the highs and lows of a prolific carp hunter navigating life and chasing one of the most unique carp you'll ever see.

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  • @250ty
    @250ty 4 года назад +21

    I think this is one of the best carp video's I have ever seen. A very talented angler and brave young man to come out about his mental health issues. I think ESP are lucky with Alfie and Terry to have two of the most talented carp anglers this country has seen.

  • @mattthetaffy6702
    @mattthetaffy6702 4 года назад +30

    This fella has a serious Album, for his age he would put these so called names to shame, Growing up in London this Lad is an inspiration, I commend him in not just his angling, in his out look, how he carrys himself, Hes an all round nice guy
    ..

    • @muddgoat5900
      @muddgoat5900 4 года назад

      Matt The Taffy well said that man!!🤘

  • @pauledmonds3249
    @pauledmonds3249 4 года назад +4

    A very old head on young shoulders. Clear high watercraft skills, insight into the behaviour of the urban and countryside Carp scene. This lad is the essence of fishing. He understands what fishing is all about, not a commercial tackle tart , just pure wild fishing and pure fishing. The future of angling.

  • @markshettle3257
    @markshettle3257 4 года назад +25

    Really enjoyed this, a fascinating insight into Carp fishing in urban London, and what a great guy Alfie is. Good luck mate, and a very shrewd move by ESP...how about a week session with the great man Mr Hearn and Alfie...think I would pay to see that one.

  • @JayE1996_
    @JayE1996_ 4 года назад +23

    Nice to see him mention the struggle of real life and how corona effected a lot of us especially anglers. Big ups boss

  • @aaronfoster359
    @aaronfoster359 3 года назад +2

    Incredible fish captured by an all round passionate angler. Alf's album will always be special and when it comes to catching these unknown carp there aren't many anglers that could do this. The effort and time he puts in makes all this possible. Another exception carp, well done Alf 👏

  • @royclose946
    @royclose946 4 года назад +43

    Another terry hearn love the story telling of the special carp that they target well done alfie excellent

    • @paulhare7938
      @paulhare7938 4 года назад +1

      alfie the new terry well played son

    • @davidshaw442
      @davidshaw442 3 года назад +1

      Theres only ever going to be 1 tel ..

  • @ronseabright1823
    @ronseabright1823 4 года назад +4

    For the 18 people who gave this a thumbs down , go take up golf because fishing isn’t for you . Well done Lad beautiful carp

  • @Carpingfocus
    @Carpingfocus 4 года назад +91

    A young little Terry hearn in the making glad he's gone over to you lot, next a Terry and alf social 👍

    • @roelgrouwstra9498
      @roelgrouwstra9498 4 года назад +3

      That´s what i thought aswell.

    • @adventures1919
      @adventures1919 4 года назад +2

      @@Yayo11111 never

    • @ruthless964
      @ruthless964 4 года назад +7

      Awful comment. He’s nothing like Terry.

    • @greggbeere6007
      @greggbeere6007 4 года назад +1

      I'd love to see Terry hearn doing rock paper scissors to see what swim he gets 😆 😆

    • @Carpingfocus
      @Carpingfocus 4 года назад

      Lol...

  • @auzzieaustin4946
    @auzzieaustin4946 4 года назад +5

    Absolutely loved this video Alfie. Spoke to me a great deal not only fishing wise but personally with your struggles with anxiety and panic attacks recently.
    Just wanted to let you know that your aren't alone buddy.
    You're obviously an amazingly talented fisherman and thanks for sharing such great stories, one of the best RUclips videos I've watched for a long time.
    Sending u positive vibes brother. ✌️

  • @simonkjaeldgaard-greising
    @simonkjaeldgaard-greising 4 года назад +2

    What a Dinosaur of a carp that was. Big ups. Also, very good storytelling, not short at all from how Terry usually talks. Which is a huge complement.

  • @optiquest537
    @optiquest537 4 года назад +1

    look at the way alfie listens to exactly what he is being asked he doesnt interrupt and he answers with clarity in response straight away i see the natural trait of a craftsman ,id say hes a very quick learner and a natural ,some people,ie hearn have the ability to draw you in and you just become absorbed by this ,the same as i get when i go fishing becoming one with the surroundings ,amazing look forward to more

  • @richardseal7970
    @richardseal7970 4 года назад +2

    Rod Hutchinson always said .. 'Catch 'em on your own terms' .. of course, he was right ! Well done Alfie, great story and a lovely old carp.

  • @paulbeckett5951
    @paulbeckett5951 4 года назад +1

    Battling big carp, mental health issues a sabbatical from the sport you love.. Only to return stronger and more focused than ever. Well done Alfie a young legend in the making. Peace and love be with you

  • @daviddavis2866
    @daviddavis2866 4 года назад +1

    This video is amazing..so beautiful the way you talk about angling and the fish.
    What comes across to me so strongly is not only your love of fishing but your deep love and respect and care for the fish.
    At the same time you are talking about life experience ..it's unique and so original...the way you have taught yourself..the way you do it...and the way you talk about it....just beautiful...!!!

  • @El-Tel63-Terry.
    @El-Tel63-Terry. 4 года назад +2

    Superb film, Alfie has come a long way, I don't mean that in a patronising way. He is a pleasure to watch.

  • @louisemakin3553
    @louisemakin3553 2 года назад

    Ive watched this 10 times now, what a film 🤯🤯🤯👌

  • @harryarteza3435
    @harryarteza3435 4 года назад +2

    Well done for talking so openly about your mental health Alfie. Having been there too, I know how hard it can be.

  • @infamous7676
    @infamous7676 3 года назад +1

    Great background story..lovely filming...as others have said a young Terry Hearn......

  • @squashguy74
    @squashguy74 4 года назад +1

    Yet another perfect watch from ESP 👌🏼 Been following Alfie for a while now. Massive fishing talent (not just carp), and a joy to listen to and watch. Keep strong Alfie and great to have you back 🙌🏼

  • @TheThedaftone
    @TheThedaftone 4 года назад +9

    Really feels like a good place for Alfie, nice one ESP

  • @M.stevens1482
    @M.stevens1482 4 года назад +2

    I've watched you from the beginning and being a commercial bass fisherman you either have it or you don't and you certainly do my friend, you are the next Terry hearn and I'm sure you will go very far in your fishing career, an absolute joy to watch a star in the making 😁👍👍

  • @RicTic66
    @RicTic66 4 года назад

    Alfie is a real credit to our sport. He comes across as a really chilled, intelligent lad. I bet a fishing session with Alfie would be amazing. 🐟🎣👍😊

  • @Prankstaaaa
    @Prankstaaaa 4 года назад +1

    What a legend, to come back from bad times and catch a carp like that! Alfie, your a top bloke, massive well done 👍🏼

    • @mattiemclean9882
      @mattiemclean9882 3 года назад

      bad times? how bad were those bad times? He didnt fancy going fishing for a bit and realised social media is shit? Trust me, there are people in far worse situations than that!!

  • @leeprice7810
    @leeprice7810 4 года назад +1

    I'm 46 , and you seem like a very genuine young man and I have some advice if you care for it . Social media is not a good form of communication , and I feel your finding the man you are . I'm glad 😉

  • @endy8ball
    @endy8ball 3 года назад

    What an incredible looking mirror. In all my years fishing, and looking at carp photos, I’ve never seen a carp with those colours, a true hidden gem, and well kept secret, LOVE THAT. You truly are an inspiration to many, that are unable to spends loads of time fishing on a bank, and in true form, that watercraft and location are in fact the most important aspect to catching carp than sitting behind rods for days at a time. Wish you best of luck in your future and your roads of recovery around your mind set and well being. Look forward to your next fishing video.

  • @elwooddestiny11blues20
    @elwooddestiny11blues20 4 года назад +2

    9.40 stretch of river used to have a lot of carp and bream in it . Some huge ones at that . My Carp PB and my bream PB come from stretch of river (38.4lb and 17.1) . It also used to have some huge pike too . A lot of them fish have been taken and still are for the dinner plate . The rest of the fish have been decimated by 2 major pollution incidents . I was night fishing the second time it happened . It was so dark i couldnt see anything . When the sun come up , the knocking of my rod i had experienced all night (I assumed was crap coming down the river) turned out to be hundreds of specimen sized fish belly up washing down the river . I phoned the EA and reported it straight away . As i walked back to my car , many hundreds of dead specimen sized bream , carp and a few barbel had been caught up down stream where the river gets wider and shallows up . At that part of the river , all reeds protude the surface (7.30) . It was like a dead fish dam . It stayed like that for over 3 weeks until the EA finally turned up to clear it . The smell was terrible .

  • @glennchuckie773
    @glennchuckie773 4 года назад +3

    Doesn't deserve the negative comments! What a great angler, great fish and very inspiring. Really pleased he's chosen his path and walking it. Full credit to you, looking forward to seeing him on the bank some more 👌
    (Meant thumbs down, not neg com's 👍)

    • @DlZZEE
      @DlZZEE 4 года назад

      I cant see any negative comments

    • @glennchuckie773
      @glennchuckie773 4 года назад

      @@DlZZEE meant thumbs down Ben 😉

    • @DlZZEE
      @DlZZEE 4 года назад +1

      @@glennchuckie773 awesome angler his photo album is next level

    • @glennchuckie773
      @glennchuckie773 4 года назад

      @Mark Hepworth that's why I wrote the last line after I posted original comment 😉

  • @brianjohnson5280
    @brianjohnson5280 4 года назад +1

    Well done Alfie, you are definitely a young Terry hern, and thanks for sharing it with us. Keep positive and keep up the good work

  • @tonyhughes3694
    @tonyhughes3694 4 года назад

    Glad you re found your love of fishing Alfie life can be difficult at times but you've shown you can rekindle that love again hope you keep that fire burning . What an amazing creature that big red one is

  • @AndrewLomax80
    @AndrewLomax80 3 года назад

    That old mirror at the end, what a fish. Colours are amazing, well done young man

  • @paulhickmott6129
    @paulhickmott6129 4 года назад

    Two peas in a pod - Alfie and Terry. ESP what a great acquisition Alfie is...magic. Glad you found your old self Alfie. Keep finding those cracking beasts and telling us the story!

  • @thunderinthenight13
    @thunderinthenight13 4 года назад

    Keep on fishing on your own terms, Alfie. Amazing fish. Great story. Brilliantly produced.

  • @daveford6799
    @daveford6799 4 года назад

    Fantastic video,once young lad now Man with Family,straight from the heart well done Alfie & ESP 👌

  • @chesurechesure
    @chesurechesure 4 года назад

    Unbelievable carp well done Alf. Nice to hear your getting through anxiety I was suffering so bad when I stopped smoking blunts. Never forget everything starts and ends in your mind, what you give power to has power over you, if you allow it too. Stay strong.

  • @pikenation9841
    @pikenation9841 4 года назад +1

    You absolute legend i can relate to every word you said catching those fish is just magic keep going mate great attitude 👍🏻

  • @garyguest.1885
    @garyguest.1885 3 года назад

    Old head on young shoulders here....Great to see him cracking on working in a field he loves now good luck to you Alfie👍🏻

  • @DiaryOfAnAverageCarpAngler
    @DiaryOfAnAverageCarpAngler 4 года назад

    Quality Alfie and ESP. Brilliant bit of story telling and angling.

  • @waynenippard5933
    @waynenippard5933 4 года назад +1

    Seems the perfect move for Alfie joining ESP. Will take him to another level. Nice video.

  • @roberthewitt8671
    @roberthewitt8671 4 года назад +3

    Really enjoy that was a complete change of pace from company's like Nash and korda throwing marketing down you're throat. Everyone gets depressed at some point buddy been there myself. Head up and jeep catching those lovely carp

  • @mikescott9410
    @mikescott9410 4 года назад

    What a wonderful film and capture of a truly special carp . Off the beaten track 👊🐟🎣

  • @DickOswald
    @DickOswald 4 года назад +10

    13:45 that must be one of the most beautiful carps in the world i've seen it before still makes a voice in my head saying wow when i see it!

  • @stewartchampion4260
    @stewartchampion4260 3 года назад

    I've learnt so much from these RUclips videos. I now spend more time pre baiting a spot etc. Had 9 carp biggest was only 22 pound which is now a pb. In December tho. No one else was catching. Got to my spot early saw the right signs. They showed up had a double take The 22 and a 14.. Well chuffed. Thank you esp

  • @walkingwithgiants1
    @walkingwithgiants1 4 года назад

    A lovely young angler....very smart....great application and skills, wonderful film, thank you for posting.

  • @jay-ip3ot
    @jay-ip3ot 4 года назад +3

    That carp at the beginning is an absoulte stunner!!!!!!

  • @henrythornalley2559
    @henrythornalley2559 4 года назад +7

    The urban Chris Yates, AAlfie can tell a gripping story.

  • @mm-zv5zl
    @mm-zv5zl 4 года назад

    Well done Alfie, keep doin what you love, and well done esp, keeping it about the passion for fishing and not drum and bass and product placement, fishing films for anglers and not just the kool kids. Top stuff.

  • @Andrew1233527
    @Andrew1233527 3 года назад

    What a refreshing video. Natural talent and a model young lad. Keep it up

  • @thomasmiller6989
    @thomasmiller6989 4 года назад

    You are an inspiration to both young and old , so thank you and please continue your journey

  • @garywright9053
    @garywright9053 4 года назад

    Love your outlook on fishing Alfie been watching you for the last few years love to watching your vids mate gives me back my enthusiasm for angling 👍👍👍👍

  • @Brian-rp6kq
    @Brian-rp6kq 4 года назад

    Wicked watch!! Not sure how old Alfie is but comes across a wise lad!! His album is right up there as well some absolute belters

  • @Martyn-NFFC
    @Martyn-NFFC 4 года назад

    That was a great film, some epic carp, well done Alfie, glad you are getting over your illness, all the best for the future.

  • @Eddie33ification
    @Eddie33ification 3 года назад

    Thank you for sharing this Alfie.
    Great story telling and great fish captures .

  • @kaney4537
    @kaney4537 4 года назад

    Quality bit of film from a level headed very talented young angler🎣👍

  • @jacobmason1199
    @jacobmason1199 Год назад

    Amazing video !!!Gotta love Alfie he’s a legend in the sport well done

  • @alexgreen5064
    @alexgreen5064 4 года назад

    I like his free approach to fishing. An articulate guy as well.

  • @snoopyloopy1197
    @snoopyloopy1197 4 года назад

    Top lad. Well done on openly talking about your issues. I suffer the same, its horrible when it turns up

  • @jacobyoungoxfordcarpangler3832
    @jacobyoungoxfordcarpangler3832 4 года назад +1

    Great to see you back Alfie! Amazing story and Capture think he must have a lot of beetroot in his diet lol. Stick with esp the Quality is there and coming through in you 👍

  • @Ricksta
    @Ricksta 4 года назад +1

    What an absolute beetroot that carp was! Good angling Alfie.

  • @lac7448
    @lac7448 4 года назад +1

    Nice 1 Alfie!! look at that.🎣 what a fish!! Need a terry and alfie one off !!

  • @scottbez4639
    @scottbez4639 4 года назад +2

    Well done m8
    We all hit hard patches in life but thats one special carp to recovery
    👌

  • @jedishawry
    @jedishawry 4 года назад +1

    Well done Alfie, great video and glad you have your passion back again buddy, take care! :)

  • @peterlacey5299
    @peterlacey5299 4 года назад +1

    Well done Alfie mate, another amazing film from esp, you and Terry must do a series together. I could listen to you all day long, I would love to fish with you mate. I should be more mobile like this in my own fishing. Also I've experienced the same issues with my own angling due to depression and anxiety issues mate.

  • @paulcox2962
    @paulcox2962 4 года назад

    Phenomenal vid again from ESP and Alfie. Beautifully honest about the struggles. The agony and the ecstasy eh!

  • @henrythornalley2559
    @henrythornalley2559 4 года назад

    Cracking video, one of the best carp interviews/docufilms I've seen in a long time.

  • @bobsanderson8792
    @bobsanderson8792 3 года назад

    Super super kid. A new Hearn in the making.

  • @oneindapink
    @oneindapink 4 года назад

    It’s good to know the future of carp fishing is in a good place........what a cool fella.

  • @cheshiresmileclinic
    @cheshiresmileclinic 4 года назад

    Top draw Alfie, thanks for sharing your expertise. Keep them coming AR & ESP.

  • @jackharvey1596
    @jackharvey1596 4 года назад +1

    Big up Aquabait! Nice one Alfie, admire the admission of mental health. Keep going 💪

  • @joeallen8852
    @joeallen8852 3 года назад

    Amazing video , well done Alfie , top angler every credit !!

  • @thebones
    @thebones 4 года назад

    The red carp Alfie, what a great story, really nicely told, I'm pleased that you're feeling much better, I've followed you for a long time online and wondered what you were up to. Now I know, looking forward to some more interesting captures from you, you were always going to be unique, we all are but you are more so.............

  • @andrewdixon734
    @andrewdixon734 4 года назад

    I ain't been over that fence since 81 and often wondered later in life if there was carp in that little lake.
    Well done Harry... As soon as I saw the train Bridge I recognised it.

  • @TheAbhorsen2
    @TheAbhorsen2 4 года назад

    I really enjoyed that, a really great story from start to finish and a really nice fish as well.

  • @greggbeere6007
    @greggbeere6007 4 года назад +54

    Angling companies should hook up with mental health charities! Fishing is the perfect medicine to help out the younger generation..and in return the companies get more angler's on the bank.

    • @Wabsy1
      @Wabsy1 4 года назад

      Great idea

    • @thomasthetankengine2257
      @thomasthetankengine2257 4 года назад +4

      Korda do have been for years, Danny just doesn’t shout about it.

    • @andyb7539
      @andyb7539 4 года назад +3

      @Chicken Slayer get a grip 🙈

    • @andyb7539
      @andyb7539 4 года назад +1

      @Chicken Slayer just don't go into business. You're too nice 😁

    • @alexwillsher3673
      @alexwillsher3673 4 года назад +4

      Such a good comment! Angling of any sort has helped me more than any anti depressants they’ve put me on👍🏼 something about the fresh air and calmness is addictive

  • @multirickus
    @multirickus 6 месяцев назад

    Knowledge is power ❤ a fantastic all round angler a please to watch 🙏

  • @bee_folk
    @bee_folk 4 года назад

    Really enjoyed that, Alfie is very accomplished in front of the camera, pleasure to watch 👍

  • @koollondon4842
    @koollondon4842 4 года назад

    Love your attitude & approach to fishing, the last fish is a true lovely old English fish and reminds me of Raspberry from Redmire.... your a natural love the video thank you.... Phil

  • @reecegullefer6210
    @reecegullefer6210 4 года назад

    Smashing video mate, missed you and can't wait to see more take care all the best

  • @timmarshall7903
    @timmarshall7903 4 года назад

    A remarkable old carp. And lovely to see someone working properly on floating bread.... how we used to do!

  • @seanwright5725
    @seanwright5725 4 года назад

    Carp aren't at the top as my favourite species but that 1 was beautiful and caught on the humble piece of bread on the simplest rig,lovely ,esp make the best films with Terry and now Alfie,Mega,👍

  • @muddgoat5900
    @muddgoat5900 4 года назад

    Nice video mate ! Very mellow and super interesting and also glad you're beating your demons your brave to talk about it 💪👍

  • @jakesjournal93
    @jakesjournal93 4 года назад

    Another awesome film. A proper special old carp that one! 👌🏼

  • @judderzm2252
    @judderzm2252 4 года назад +1

    Absolutely loved it hes really nice lad and great angler lovely carp well done m8 well deserved 👌👊

  • @FishyDave7
    @FishyDave7 4 года назад

    Stunning stuff, and doing it the right way as well, great attitude to his fishing 👍

  • @muddyfunker3014
    @muddyfunker3014 2 года назад

    Lovely guy, love his attitude.
    Best wishes to you and your family 👍🏻

  • @jimmimacca3258
    @jimmimacca3258 4 года назад

    Amazing video and what a genuine honest young man. Good luck in the future and tight lines 🙏

  • @daymonpearcey8468
    @daymonpearcey8468 4 года назад

    Fantastic video and what a story and fish to end on.

  • @martinmullen71
    @martinmullen71 4 года назад

    Well done young lad, a cracking fish always follow your heart !!

  • @truckinghell1655
    @truckinghell1655 3 года назад

    Cracking video and story glad this popped up . Deffo going to go try and bait and watch a good stretch of my canal . Cheers Alfie inspirational keep going bro

  • @martinuhr4439
    @martinuhr4439 3 года назад

    great mind and character...i think Alfie is connected...it´s not only "watercraft" it´s kind of a special "connection" ...carpconnection. Sometimes, when i spot carps...i am on the same feeling...difficult to describe...but it must be something like that...if you are connected...it goes often a successfull way...

  • @derekmallows6092
    @derekmallows6092 4 года назад

    Awesome Stuff Alfie Well Done Superb Fishing & a Proper One on the Bread 👌

  • @northernautogrower5152
    @northernautogrower5152 4 года назад

    Top video! Definitely needs to see him in more 👍🏼 what a fish 🎣

  • @deanhiggins7278
    @deanhiggins7278 4 года назад

    Great vid again esp and Alfie ur a special angler keep up the good work 🎣

  • @tommos16
    @tommos16 4 года назад

    Absolutely fantastic. Future Tel right there

  • @simoncurrie7826
    @simoncurrie7826 4 года назад

    Well done mate truly awesome capture and thoroughly deserved..Keep going!

  • @sumdumguy777
    @sumdumguy777 4 года назад +1

    Natural born angler 👍 love the mental health honesty👍 Wonder if ESP endorse trespassing to catch carp like this one?

  • @mattblvr1
    @mattblvr1 4 года назад

    Brilliant film well done Alfie 👍

  • @nickburkinshaw9376
    @nickburkinshaw9376 4 года назад

    Such a great lad he is have not seen him in ages great vid though keep at it

  • @paulharber6926
    @paulharber6926 4 года назад

    Agree with other comments that you are a young Terry hear in the making enjoy watching you in your pursuits find your an inspiration looking forward to your next adventure

  • @johncoombs3128
    @johncoombs3128 4 года назад

    Love them perch,seen you fishing for them perch a little while back.
    Best of luck Alfie