Why Fly Fish?

[Biglew]

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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