Fly first - does it matter? | The North American Fly Fishing Forum ...
Apr 5, 2023 · In most cases both your fly line and fly will have hit the water before a fish takes your fly, even if you land your fly first. What I think matters is how quietly your fly line lands, not when it lands, or even how close it lands to the fish.
What hits the water first? | The North American Fly Fishing …
Aug 31, 2008 · But you can use a "tuck cast" to make the fly hit the water first. Basically, it's a forward cast where you let line shoot thru your left hand, grip it and pull back and up a bit with your rod hand before the fly line hits the water.
Fly Fishing Casting 101: Tips and Tricks for Success
Use setbacks as a chance to improve. Pick a target: Choose a clear spot on the water instead of throwing your line randomly. Adjust your angle: Pay attention to the wind direction and any obstacles around you. Focus on a smooth and steady fly fishing casting stroke: Fast or shaky movements can make you less accurate.
Fly Fishing Tip - Limit the line in and on the water - Troutbitten
May 5, 2019 · Fly Fishing Tip — Limit the line in and on the water. by Domenick Swentosky | May 5, 2019 | 7 comments. Dry Fly Fishing | Tactics | Tips. Whatever line touches the river will drag. Start there. Assume it as reality. The currents take your leader, pushing and …
Timeless Tips // Land Your Flies Softly - Deneki
Oct 15, 2019 · On your final forward cast, try and stop your rod tip a little higher up (11 o’clock as opposed to 10 o’clock) and avoid holding the fly line, instead slowly let it slide out. This will cause your flies to land on the water much softer and hopefully help you avoid spooking that 10 …
How to Fight and Land Big Fish with a Fly Rod - Sipping Mayflies
Dec 8, 2022 · There’s an art to fighting and landing big fish with a fly rod. Don’t let anyone tell you differently. Conventional gear tends to allow you to muscle-in fish, but in most fly angling situations you’ll be limited by relatively weak tippet.
Fly Fishing For Beginners | EVERYTHING You Need to Know - Anchor Fly
May 6, 2022 · Fly fishing for beginners: a complete breakdown of fly fishing form A to Z. Learn the basics of casting, rigging, gear, reading water and much more!
The ultimate beginners guide to fly fishing - FlyFish Circle
Jul 2, 2022 · Use an appropriate landing net (made from the right material), try to unhook the fish in the water if you can and if not make sure the fish is out of the water for the least time possible. You can take a picture of course, but do it quickly so you can return the fish quickly as well.
Rod Angle and the Geometry of Fighting and Landing ... - Ascent Fly Fishing
Feb 27, 2017 · Understanding how to apply the correct rod angle will allow you to control the fight and bring the fish to hand quicker. Read on to learn how to better fight and land big fish on light lines simply by adjusting the angle of your rod.
How to fly-fish: A guide for beginners | CNN Underscored
Sep 29, 2023 · In theory, fly-fishing is a simple sport: Pick a body of water, choose a fly-fishing rod, select your “fly” (or bait), tie a secure knot, cast your line and, hopefully, land a fish on...