Consider the softness of the bank, trees along the bank, large boulders and the depth of the pool in front of you. All of these can cause the loss of landing the fish. Finally, when you are ready to land the carp use a net. This area along with the carp's weight is why it is not a strong long distance swimmer in current. Unlike a salmon that can generate a great deal of power and swim great distances.
Carp prefer the slower water and requires less oxygen.
Once you have landed the carp you will find it is not slippery and does not have an odor. The fish can live for a long time outside of its environs but should be released immediately. This is a fish that should be promoted more by sport fisheries and states promotional departments. Carp provide sport in the dog days of summer. The fish is a tough customer that deserves more respect than its past reputation as a junk fish.