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I was wondering why some fish both flies and spinning/bait. I mean I choose to fly fish only...have no desire to do any other kind, and can proudly say, I would never starve...[laugh]
But, I read on here allot that people want to try FF. Why, if you catch fish with other forms, why switch?
I know I can pick up a spinning/bait casting set-up and be just fine, but FF takes allot more time, not to mention, the cost of trying to do both??? Could probably by allot of Rapalas, or a real nice fly rod, but both$$$$$$
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I have not picked up my spinning rod since I started fly fishing but I am sure that will change now in the summer on those days when I will be targeting bass. Bass fishing with a baitcaster/spinning tackle will always be a great past time for me.
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Hello flygoddess, To answer your question with a question-Why not? I fish almost every way possible just because each form has it's own uniqness and is fun. I have $500 fy rods, numerous baitcasters and spin rods a 6 foot and 8 foot pontoon a"u" tube and a boat and at different times use each and very one of them. I just like to feel the tug on the line, but I do have to admit there ain't nothing like a 7lb bow taking it to the backing! [fishin]
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i fish both just to prove to myself im that good [  ]
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But you take all that money spent on bait/lures/spinning/etc and focus on BASS LINE, flies, or material to make your own.
I mean, it sounds like you do quite well on ff, so why switch? Is it easier? I am sure bait is, but where is the challenge there...LOL.
People try Fly Fishing and get frustrated that it doesn't come as easy as Power bait or a worm, so they switch back, then down the road they try again.
Is Fly Fishing some kind of medal or something? Something special?
I don't think so...heck I see those guys landing Monster Lakers from 100', something you will never do with a fly outfit.
If you are good with other means... go for it, not a thing wrong with that.
Like I said earlier, fly fishing can't just be picked up.
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FG,
I started flyfishing a little less than 10 years ago. To me it actually is a lot easier than using a spinning rod. I found casting accuracy with a fly rod very easy. Maybe I just suck with a spinning rod but I still can't cast with a inch or 2 accuracy 90+ % of the time. I still use a spinning rod a dozen times a year for ocean fishing and maybe a couple times a year on lakes. I just don't see a fly rod as out performing a spinning reel in these circumstances.
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I started fishing when I was kid on spinning rods. It is just something I have always done. I probably will never give it up due to the different type of fish and areas I fish like the Maks from 100'+ down. I just enjoy fishing no matter what kinda of pole or water. I like FF for the challenge as it is not something you just pick up over night. Any one can put a worm on a hook and throw it in the water, but not everyone can pick up a fly rod and learn to cast, learn the hatch, read the water, or land a fish without drag. I also love the feel of a fish on a fly rod versus a spinning rod. Everything feels more "alive" on a Fly rod. It is also more work, but I do not mind that either. You don't just throw out your bait and then take a nap on the shore while FF, all tho that is quite nice at times. There are quite a few times I will throw out the worm on the spinning rod while on the toon and then pick up the fly rod and start casting. Depends on where I am, Perch or BG on the spinning while also catching Trout or Bass on the fly, might as well enjoy life and it makes a great dinner at the end of the day.
I guess in the end, it is the challenge and the feel I like the best about FF. FF just does not cover all types of fish in all types of water tho. Kinda like you said, it is hard to hit an 8" hole in the ice from 50' away with a fly. I also eat all most everything I catch which is another reason I like a variety in fishing, fish and poles.
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Nice answers...I know even the Orvis guys were using spinning in Alaska. You can use FF gear, but these guys paid to catch fish and fish they did catch, but on spinning gear.
And like I said, anything over 80' and we're talking dead calm water, is not gonna happen on a fly rod.
Thanks for the answers...and PRVRT, as far as the worm and a bubble...remember the Chironomid and indcator...LOL
I am splurging this year, what is another $15. on top of the $97. for a license and $20 for the sticker. Getting that second rod permit...this could be really fun......... Hopefully I will look like a bird flapping her wings[laugh]
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I use all rods icluding the fly rod. Why? Because I can and that I have found that I can't catch fish on just a fly rod alone. Yes I do catch a lot of fish on a fly rod but not all. There are some species that I haven't caught on a fly rod and would like to try but I have found that there are days that the fish will bite the other baits on the spinning and baitcaster outfits more than the fly rod. So I usually carry both when I go out.[cool]
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I guess it is no difference than me taking three rods with me on my toon...LOL
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I personlly like the challenge of learning how to do all the different types of fishing. You are right it is very expensive. I like learning how to fish big rivers with the rapalas and I am also learning how to throw streamers from the drift boat. I enjoy learning how to fish 3/8oz crawfish jigs for smallmouth, but I also enjoy throwing poppers with the fly rod for them.
I guess in the end I just like to change things up. I probably fly fish 50% of the time during the summer.
This summer I am looking forward to using my new 8weight to fight the bonefish of the west(carp). I am also planning on doing more sturgeon fishing. Can't do that with a flyrod.[cool]
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great question fly. I have always used a spin rod but last year i got the itch to try my hand fly fishing. My reason for wanting to try it is for the small streams, were i have fished as long as i could walk with a worm or a spinner and honestly i know i can catch fish and it had more or less lost its challenge so i went and got a fly rod. boy let me tell you its not so simple with it and it frustrates the hell out of me but at the same time its a challenge i enjoy. i also love to tye flys for steelhead fishing and thought i would give it a try tying some of the smaller flies. now i dont catch many fish with my fly rod sense i only fish with a dryfly (i love the strike) but i do enjoy the action and the constant challenge. i have also tried my hand with bass and bluegil. now i still favor my spin rod mainly because of my confidence lvl but i think fly fishing is much more of a challenge and realy an art form.
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[quote flygoddess]I guess it is no difference than me taking three rods with me on my toon...LOL[/quote]
I can take around 6 on my toon (7 if I really wanted to, but that might be a bit much). But hey Sometimes I might need to use those rods.[laugh][laugh] I usually have one fly rod, two spinning rods, 1-2 baitcasters and of course an ultralight.[cool] Can carry a second fly rod if I so choose with a second rod holder attached to the armrest of the toon. The rest are in my rack/rod holder.
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I have been obsessed with learning how to fly fish, along with my wife we really enjoy the challenge.
Since we are just learning to me this is a great hobby and a way to relax and enjoy the scenery...
It is a challenge but when we get skunked on the rivers, its nice to at least land a fish on a worm or rapala....its not much more money bout 20 bucks if you dont have any rapalas after that just 3 more bucks per dozen of crawlers.
when I do land fish on a worm its not just the same satisfaction anymore, since I mostly Catch and release...
my kids also have to have worms to fish, its fun for them to bait the hook and wait for the bite...[cool]
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Now see, I don't get that. I mean it is mono/flouro/braided, whatever line and a lure/bait. You change them out just like I would do a fly, but why soooo many poles? I carry one with floating, one with a slow sink and one with a fast sink. Needed in fly fishing as the line determines where the fly goes, but why so many spinning and bait. I wouldn't carry 3 fly set ups with the same line on them.
Keep in mind, I change flies, like you would lures or bait.
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I don't carry all at once. Just have capability to. I usually will go with one fly, one ultra light and one spin. Sometimes depending upon the quarry then I will add the bait caster. When I goto the Uintas nothing but fly rod. So it just depends. Sometimes the fish such as perch are more toward the bottom and a good jig is needed over a fly. Now I am not against using just flies, but I am not that good with a fly rod and don't plan to be either. I just wanna catch fish and have fun. So I have rods for all and any time.[cool]
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I do both but my favorite will always be fly fishing. there is something about taking the ugliest looking fly you just tied standing in a perfect stream surrounded by the beauty of nature the sound of the river or creek and feeling a tug on the end of your line. Its almost addicting crap now i want to fish [crazy]
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FG, you ask is fly fishing is special or some kind of medal. For me, yes it is.
I find fly fishing to be a much more challenging experience. Tying my own flies also has something to do with that. It is a more "traditional" experience in the way that it is "simple" and not a lot of moving parts. I compare it to bow hunting with a recurve or gun hunting with a muzzle loader/black powder. Yes, there are easier and more reliable ways to hunt, but for those that learn to be proficient with the "traditional" ways, it is a completely different experience.
I grew up spin fishing. I loved it and I still do it in the winter (on the ice) and occasionally from a boat with family members that don't fly fish. But, I am constantly wondering how I would be (or could be) fishing with a fly rod. I have taught my 8yo daughter how to fish with a spinning rod, but when she is ready, I can't wait to move her to a fly rod.
I don't eat fish (probably the only Japanese person in the world who doesn't). I just don't like the taste. Naturally, I am a catch-and-release guy. I seem to do far less damage to the fish with a fly rod than a spinning rod (trout). That is a plus for me too.
As far as "why both". To me, there are situations that just lend themselves to a fly and others that lend themselves to a spinning rod. I took a float on the Green a few years back and I was having a very slow day. My friend (a guide on the Green) pulled an ultra-light from some secret hiding place on his drift-boat and began to pull fish (a lot of fish) from every single pool on the river. I guess that there is a time and a place for everything.
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Isn't it great that we don't have to choose? I started out with a spinning rod in my hands. Those lovely new spinning reels and mono looked like the epitome of fishing when they first became popular. When I watched a guy catching fish on a dryfly, with a bamboo rod, I sat up and took notice. He gave me a fly to try on my spinning rod. It was like the curtain opening, and I haven't looked back since. I still enjoy getting out in a boat, and winching a few in with friends that don't flyfish, but at those times, most of the enjoyment comes from the comraderie and the added ability to take my attention from watching a fly or indicator, and taking in the whole scene. Sure, it's still enjoyable to crank in a fish caught trolling, but not as much as one caught on a nymph or a dry fly. Whatever floats your boat. It's all good.
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I mostly fish for warm water species from my bass boat and use bait/spinning gear. This is something I would never quit doing.
When I fish a small stream or river for trout, I like to use a fly rod. I'll admit I'm not real proficient with a fly rod but still like to give it a go. Also my fly rod is no where near the quality of my bass rods. I mostly fly fish in the Cascade area when I'm at my cabin.
To me fly fishing is a lot more relaxing as my competitive side doesn't come out like it does when I'm fishing for bass.
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