Types of Reels

Reels There are three main types of reels that you can choose from when it comes to fly fishing: baitcasting reels. spinning reels. spincast reels.  The reel that you choose will depend your own personal preferences.Baitcasting reels: Baitcasting reels have better accuracy and control of the lure than other reels.  They are better equipped to handle lines that are ten or more pounds in...

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Keep your Dry Flies Floating Longer

One way that you can keep your dry flies floating higher and longer on top of the water is by waterproofing them.  Take a can of Scotch-guard, the same stuff that you use to protect your furniture, and spray those flies that you plan on taking fishing with you in the next few days.  Let them dry overnight before using them.  The Scotch-guard will put a waterproof protective coating...

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Best Bait Choices

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...

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What do to with a Running Fish

Be prepared if a fish runs toward you.  Stand on your toes and at the same time raise your rod up over your head as high as you can.  Take the line and put it back over onto your second and third fingers of the hand that is holding the rod.  Quickly strip the line to pull up on any slack.  If the fish starts to run away from you make sure that you keep the rod up high and slowly...

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Holding your Rod Effectively

It’s important that you learn to hold your rod effectively under any fishing conditions.  You want to make sure that you maintain good control at all times without gripping too hard.  You can adjust the power of your hold when you’re in the middle of a cast.  This will allow you to minimize the vibrations of each movement.  With just a bit of practice you’ll be able to increase...

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Rods

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...

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Practice your Casting

The experts say that the one thing that you need to do to develop a good casting technique is to practice as often as you can.  This will lead to a proficiency in casting that make all the difference between being a successful fly fisher or a frustrated one.      Try practicing against a wall on the outside of your house.  Just imagine that there is a clock hanging...

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