08-31-2009, 03:50 AM
[quote Miguel_Bait]Thanks Rich for the reply. Hope this doesn't sound like a dumb question, but I'm also somewhat new to fly fishing so I don't have a broad knowledge of all the flies and the lingo. The flies you described to me, are these meant to be dry flies or wet flies? Thanks again for your help.[/quote]
The flies I mentioned are considered nymphs, which are fished sub-surface. The best manner to rig the flies is to attach first the attractor flie (neon nightmare, san juan, etc.) first. Then, to the bend of that fly, tie on 10" of tippet and then your go-to fly (bh phaesant tail, bh hares ear, bh copper john, scuds, etc.). Your second fly will be the fly the fish grab the most. Although, many fish will hit your attractor fly. Add a split shot above your first fly, about 6" up, vary the size according to the water flow and depth. More depth = larger split/longer fly distance from strike indicator. Less depth = smaller split/shorter fly distance from strike indicator. You'll get the hang of it. Good luck!!!
-Rich
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The flies I mentioned are considered nymphs, which are fished sub-surface. The best manner to rig the flies is to attach first the attractor flie (neon nightmare, san juan, etc.) first. Then, to the bend of that fly, tie on 10" of tippet and then your go-to fly (bh phaesant tail, bh hares ear, bh copper john, scuds, etc.). Your second fly will be the fly the fish grab the most. Although, many fish will hit your attractor fly. Add a split shot above your first fly, about 6" up, vary the size according to the water flow and depth. More depth = larger split/longer fly distance from strike indicator. Less depth = smaller split/shorter fly distance from strike indicator. You'll get the hang of it. Good luck!!!
-Rich
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