10-24-2008, 08:06 PM
What you describe is similar to the Smoky Moutains technique called tight-line nymphing---which happens to be a great technique on smaller waters.
Basically, you work on a short line with a weighted nymph. No indicator is needed, because you're in direct touch with the fly---usually very little line is out.
You immediately feel any pick up because of that direct connection.
Some amazingly large fish have been taken out of small creeks with this technique. I once watch a guy take a 4 pound brown from a pool I could have crossed in three small steps.
Brook
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Basically, you work on a short line with a weighted nymph. No indicator is needed, because you're in direct touch with the fly---usually very little line is out.
You immediately feel any pick up because of that direct connection.
Some amazingly large fish have been taken out of small creeks with this technique. I once watch a guy take a 4 pound brown from a pool I could have crossed in three small steps.
Brook
http://www.the-outdoor-sports-advisor.com
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