Being new to chasing big ones in this area, I would like to come out and check out some of the gear. I live in Georgetown and have caught many in this area but not like the ones from Austin. None of mine have ever been that big just looking for some help.

BFS,

I would be happy for you to come out and visit me the next time I am in Austin. The only problem is that I don't know when that will be. It might not be for another month. Keep checking in though. I'll give you the run-down on the gear and stuff.

Jason, let me know when you go. I may hook up with you guys.

Cabelas has some rods and reels you can use as well, plus hooks, lines, and sinkers! Check out other threads in this Rough Fish / Carp section pertaining to gear, as well as websites such as SouthernPaylaker.com, CarpAnglersGroup.com, and AmericanCarpSociety.com.
Other great online stores: BigCarpTackle.com, ResistanceTackle.com, ScorpionTackle.com, WackerTackle.com, RoyalCarp.com.
And bait sites like TheBaitStop.com, K1-baits.com, TresFloresBait.com, and a few others as well.
It can get overwhelming at first. Many can make do with the same sort of tackle that you use for larger catfish, redfish, or heavy bass tackle as well. No need to spend a fortune to get started; start where you are and upgrade as it makes sense.
My two bits!

Send me a PM. I live in Round Rock and would be happy to show you the gear and give you some spots to try.

Im a student in austin and living close to Lakeway and North Austin. Im thinking about fishing tomorrow somewhere on town lake but havent been able to decide a spot yet. Feel free to join. I can let you know once i decide on a spot.

Thanks guys for the help. I normally fish for them with ultra lite tackle around home. 2 of my best are a 12 lb on 8lb tesr and about an 8-10 lb on 4 lb test what a fight they were!

same here guys please let me know, id like to hang out with you guys and catch a few big buffs or carps

I am thinking that i might be going out to check it out this weekend. I have looked at a map of the area, and know that you guys fish in numbered hole just curious as to what the numbers are and where they are at, or where i might try since this place is new to me.

u2,u3,u7,u8,maybe u9,and i know u11 these are rv sites u can get at emma long, be sure to put a tent up, they have water and power there. my favorite site is u 3, it has 2 tables and is easy to fish in and also thats where i got my pb buff. hehe

bfs78, there are some 'named' spots on Lady Bird Lake as well, but it would be too difficult to try to describe them here.
Plus, they vary greatly in results depending on weather, wind direction, etc.
Generally you want to be on the windblown shore, looking/casting into the wind.
Good luck!

I have looked at one guys map on here but still not sure as to what i am getting into on some of these spots. I have thought about trying right above Tom Miller dam below the Hula Hut, but not sure on what the bank looks like.

You can fish next to the hula hut although it is next to impossible to land any decent size fish. There is a park with a small dock just up river about 2 blocks that is much easier to fish. This time of the year with less boat traffic it is fishable.

I know as the weather cools down you guys look to chase the big ones. When are they doing the draw down on lake Austin and anyone headed ther soon?

I am thinking about a Fri Night - Sunday noon session this coming weekend. If I don't go there I will be heading to Granger for some catfish.

Badchade, UKcarper and I are headed to Emma on Monday. Will be there til Wednesday. I may stay over to Thursday. Last I heard was the drawdown was for January and February.

I should be in town this week for work and will be fishing town lake after work at night if you wanna meet up

Scott, you can fish overnight with us. you may have to leave the work truck outside the gate though.

Chad

pm sent scott

I will be in the Austin area this week, but I doubt I can squeeze in the time to fish...