Explore and Score!

[instapump416]

When I use flies, they usually float.

I dont usually put split shots on my leader but I guess I gotta add a small one near my fly to get it to sink

 

[FisherGirl]

I missed so many hook ups, is it because my hooks are maybe too small? The single egg worked well but I missed so many on the other two. I think those hooks are 14 and the single egg is a 12. What do you guys use?

 

[FisherGirl]

When I use flies, they usually float.

I dont usually put split shots on my leader but I guess I gotta add a small one near my fly to get it to sink

I was using a bulk shot pattern so the weights were stacked up under the float and just above the leader...but no weights on the leader itself. Because the water was so clear I could see my bait until it sunk to the strike zone. The fly is weightless so the current swung it in front of my float with ease and the weights above the leader kept it down.

Those flies that I used had no weight and they will generally float until you submerge them into the water to get them wet. I owe thanks to troutdiccted for that tip

 

[FisherGirl]

I'm surprised no one has commented on my furry friend!

 

[instapump416]

I was using a bulk shot pattern so the weights were stacked up under the float and just above the leader...but no weights on the leader itself. Because the water was so clear I could see my bait until it sunk to the strike zone. The fly is weightless so the current swung it in front of my float with ease and the weights above the leader kept it down.

Those flies that I used had no weight and they will generally float until you submerge them into the water to get them wet. I owe thanks to troutdiccted for that tip

Bulk shot pattern it is.

Thanks FG

 

[FisherGirl]

Hey FG did your dog meet new friends in the park?

There was no one there when I arrived. Besides, no time for play....we were on a mission!

Great post! Fishing new waters is one thing, but fishing them with success is such an amazing feeling!

Congrats on the successful exploration!!

Thanks!! I felt like you on one of your explorations

Well... time to go buy some flies now!

I'm heading out on Saturday

Where ya headed? PM me

 

[JDean]

Size of hook is ok. Quite regularly use 14's and 12's especially with single eggs and smaller BHHE flies. With nymphs and egg patterns, the trout are quick to reject the fly...they don't hold on as long as with a natural bait so you have to be quick on the set at any indication of a take. Also, the hooks for the flies probably aren't as sharp as your standard hooks..the Gamagatsu's, Ravens etc

 

[rich_ace_G]

I missed so many hook ups, is it because my hooks are maybe too small? The single egg worked well but I missed so many on the other two. I think those hooks are 14 and the single egg is a 12. What do you guys use?

i find that egg fly pattern makes it easy for trout to spit. I use size 14. I will try to be at the wall tonight FG. And your furry friend is cute.

 

[Kit]

cray people out der

Haha. That made me laugh pretty good.

Well damn you need a GoPro! Strap that shi* to your chest and its awesome.

 

[OCDComputing]

I'm surprised no one has commented on my furry friend!

He's a beauty for sure! Yep, knew it was some sort of a hound! Nope...I could never take mine fishing (well....maybe the mother)...I'm sure that I wouldn't be able to keep them out of the water...LOL...and if they saw a fish...I'm sure it would be game on! AND....I'd hate to be out fished by a dog!! LOL!!

 

[cptpronin]

Came into the thread too late and missed the fish pr0n. Great work though! Finding your own pool is probably one of the most rewarding things in fishing.

 

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Awesome! Love it when the exploration pays off! and the acrobatic fish are amazing, especially when you can't keep the fish in the water! lol

 

[JDean]

Hey FF where in Whitby are you? That's where I call home as well. Maybe we can hit the river sometime

 

[FisherGirl]

Went out again last night......thankfully someone came along and was able to snap a pic, too bad it wasnt the biggest one of the day!

 

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nicely done!

 

[FisherGirl]

nicely done!

Thank you! Is it silly how happy fish make us? Im on cloud nine.

 

[faisalraza32]

I have heard about 7th cloud, how could you be on the 9th?

 

[Shawarma]

You can't fake that smile! Nice fish, FG!

 

[dreamboy2010]

Went out again last night......thankfully someone came along and was able to snap a pic, too bad it wasnt the biggest one of the day!

She is addicted now. NO one stopping her.

 

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shes beyond addicted