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Need advice getting started fly fishing
Posted on 7/30/13 at 8:48 am
Posted on 7/30/13 at 8:48 am
I was given 2 old fly rods this weekend that I would like to start learning to fish with for specks and reds. I have a few questions.
1) What is the basic tackle I need to target reds and specks?
2) Is it better to fly fish from a kayak or boat standing up or wading?
3) Is it really worth all the hassle to learn?
1) What is the basic tackle I need to target reds and specks?
2) Is it better to fly fish from a kayak or boat standing up or wading?
3) Is it really worth all the hassle to learn?
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Posted on 7/30/13 at 9:06 am to AngryBeavers
Just practice casting them in any water. Bring them with you and have them ready. If you're lucky/good enough to spot a redfish then go for it. My BIL is a big into sight casting for redfish, but I think most of the battle is putting yourself in position to make the cast. Said his wife was 0/4 on their last trip, but I equate that to him calling the green head into the decoys and someone else missing it.
Here's my boy on his redfishing machine.
Here's my boy on his redfishing machine.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 9:09 am to AngryBeavers
laflyfish
1) for saltwater an 8wt is a good starting point with reds and specs
2) whatever you want. I have even tried it off the side of the road (not as successfully)
I don't have a boat, so use a kayak. If you have a boat though, then by all means.
Same goes for wading. Although, most of the coast around LA is not very well suited for wade fishing- not enough sand and too muddy.
You don't necessarily have to stand up to fly fish- sitting in a kayak works just as well once you change up your technique a bit. (just have to make the back and front casts a bit higher than you normally to so the lure doesn't scrape the water)
3) it's fun. If you've been fishing for years with conventional tackle, getting a fly rod is a good way to change things up. Your first red or speck on a fly is just like catching your first bream back when you were a kid! Awesome.
If you're after numbers, then a fly isn't the answer- it's definitely a skill that requires practice and fine tuning to see results.
I just started earlier this year by attending a couple of free workshops offered by the Red Stick Fly fishers organization here in B.R. Granted, this year's weather has been absolutely horrid for fly fishing- the wind has just been relentless!
1) for saltwater an 8wt is a good starting point with reds and specs
2) whatever you want. I have even tried it off the side of the road (not as successfully)
I don't have a boat, so use a kayak. If you have a boat though, then by all means.
Same goes for wading. Although, most of the coast around LA is not very well suited for wade fishing- not enough sand and too muddy.
You don't necessarily have to stand up to fly fish- sitting in a kayak works just as well once you change up your technique a bit. (just have to make the back and front casts a bit higher than you normally to so the lure doesn't scrape the water)
3) it's fun. If you've been fishing for years with conventional tackle, getting a fly rod is a good way to change things up. Your first red or speck on a fly is just like catching your first bream back when you were a kid! Awesome.
If you're after numbers, then a fly isn't the answer- it's definitely a skill that requires practice and fine tuning to see results.
I just started earlier this year by attending a couple of free workshops offered by the Red Stick Fly fishers organization here in B.R. Granted, this year's weather has been absolutely horrid for fly fishing- the wind has just been relentless!
Posted on 7/30/13 at 9:35 am to AngryBeavers
laflyguy.com
Posted on 7/30/13 at 9:46 am to AngryBeavers
quote:
) Is it really worth all the hassle to learn?
No.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 10:18 am to BlownderLSU
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BlownderLSU
I got two rods if you want to come with me
Posted on 7/30/13 at 10:32 am to AngryBeavers
Where are you located? Orvis in BR is offering a free 101 class soon and I've heard good things about them. I'll be there if I can find time on the weekend.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 10:45 am to PapaPogey
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Where are you located?
Houston. I get home to Louisiana to fish now and then though. I mostly stick to the bays of the Texas coast.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 11:47 am to Gaston
Great "outdoors boat on lake with kid having fun learning stuff" photo! 
Posted on 7/30/13 at 12:45 pm to Yewkindewit
He wouldn't stand on the casting platform for the photo. In fact he looks gripped just sitting on it.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 1:31 pm to AngryBeavers
This is how I learned...
Posted on 7/30/13 at 1:49 pm to AngryBeavers
What weights are the fly rods? 8 weight is kindof the standard for coastal flyfishing.
Basically you need (other than Rod & reel):
Fly line - typeically you will need weight forward line that matches the rod. You will also need backing under the fly line 30lbs test. It isn't mono though it's a braided dacron type line.
Line from fly line to fly is called the tippet.
0x to 2x will be fine for where you will be fishing and you will probably want to tie a leader on as well. I like fluoro leaders.
Flies - Start with Clouser Minnow's in different sizes. They will catch 95% of the fish that will hit flies. Different colors but Chartreuse is one to start your collection.
Basically you need (other than Rod & reel):
Fly line - typeically you will need weight forward line that matches the rod. You will also need backing under the fly line 30lbs test. It isn't mono though it's a braided dacron type line.
Line from fly line to fly is called the tippet.
0x to 2x will be fine for where you will be fishing and you will probably want to tie a leader on as well. I like fluoro leaders.
Flies - Start with Clouser Minnow's in different sizes. They will catch 95% of the fish that will hit flies. Different colors but Chartreuse is one to start your collection.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 1:55 pm to AngryBeavers
It's awesome although I'm still learning.
Best advice - it's not a bullwhip. Go slow and be patient.
It's easier to learn standing/high above the water.
Best advice - it's not a bullwhip. Go slow and be patient.
It's easier to learn standing/high above the water.
Posted on 7/30/13 at 4:13 pm to bbvdd
quote:
What weights are the fly rods? 8 weight is kindof the standard for coastal flyfishing.
They are both 8 weight. Any good diagrams of how to rig the line how you suggested? I'll be honest most of that was gibberish to me
This post was edited on 7/30/13 at 4:15 pm
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