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Fly Fishing: Wet Flies and Nymphs

Admin — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 13:41:25 +0000

A question from Yahoo Answers: "When fishing a dry fly on a stream it is of great importance that the fly is not allowed to drag, but what about when fishing wet flies and nymphs? I have come across conflicting sources of information on this; some say that drag should be avoided, whereas others say that they should be allowed to drag, or that it does not no harm at least. Could someone please clear this confusion up for me? Also is it best to fish them casting upstream or downstream?" I was look ...Continue Reading

Which Fly Fishing Bait?

Admin — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 11:12:58 +0000

Following is a list of some best bait choices as recommended by the experts: Grubs: Grubs are small lures that are usually used to catch larger fish. Grubs are great for use in highland reservoirs where there is little cover for the fish. The grub is much like a bare jig head that has a soft plastic body to attach to the hook. You’ll want to use them most often in clear water conditions. Jigs are best used in water that is clear to murky and in water temperatures that are below 60 degrees. The ...Continue Reading

Choosing Fly Fishing Rods

Admin — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 11:09:35 +0000

There are several things that you need to think about when choosing the right type of rod for you. Every reel and rod has a certain function that you need to be aware of. One of the first things that you need to consider is comfort. Is the rod that you're using comfortable for you to hold? If you're shorter than about 5'5" you won't want to use a rod that is seven feet. Choose a rod length that is easy for you to hold and cast for a few hours at a time. Most of the rods on the market today are d ...Continue Reading