09-04-2009, 07:46 PM
[quote richyd4u][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[/quote]
Are these SUB-SURFACE or bottom. To me a sub surface would be just that, a few inches below the surface like an emerger.
And you say BIGGER split shot - couldn't you use one size and just add more. like maybe an inch apart?
I have HONESTLY never fished the Weber except ONCE up by Rockport inlet and Chicken Inn. Did great on a big old Chartreuse Platt River special.
Rich, I got to go fish with you dude. Sounds like you know the Weber.
FG
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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[/quote]
Are these SUB-SURFACE or bottom. To me a sub surface would be just that, a few inches below the surface like an emerger.
And you say BIGGER split shot - couldn't you use one size and just add more. like maybe an inch apart?
I have HONESTLY never fished the Weber except ONCE up by Rockport inlet and Chicken Inn. Did great on a big old Chartreuse Platt River special.
Rich, I got to go fish with you dude. Sounds like you know the Weber.
FG
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