Fly Fishing Lakes
Saturday, July 17th, 2010
Fly Fishing Lakes
Fly Fishing Lakes Questions
Fly fishing?
What is the best kind of fly to use when fishing for panfish( Croppies, Sunnies, pumpkinseeds, blue gills) in a small lake or pound? How should I fish them?
I would use a red popper if it is cloudy. But, if it is sunny I would use a more natural color. If not that I would see what bugs are a round and try to match them. If the fish are stocked I would use a yellow popper or a dire fly.
I would fish them slowly and by cover like logs and weed beds.That is what works for me.
Best fly rod to buy?
I am buying a fly rod, and am opting for a Flytec 13ft #8/9, it is for lake fishing and grilse fishing on the river. Any advice?
I wouldn't go with a rod that long unless you are spey casting. You'll wear your arms out. It's just not needed, especially if you get a good quality rod (light and stiff, with good tip action). I can't speak for all the rods mentioned by others, but I can tell you Sage is one of the best...if not the best. Orvis is good, but Sage still seems to beat them every year. They're both expensive.
I don't know how much fishing you plan to do, but it's worth investing in a good quality rod. There's nothing more frustrating than being in a boat where your buddy can cast over and over and you are left struggling....especially if you have a lot of junk on your line (indicator, some weight, 2 big flies). The rod has a lot to do with it.
Like others said...go to a fly shop and cast a few. Make sure you understand the actions of each rod and get a sense for how they fit with your casting style. Also, if you plan to be fishing big nasty, heavy flies, try putting something bigger on when doing the practice cast...or throw a big fly (hook portion cut off) and an indicator on there. Most rods cast great with the little piece of yarn (what most shops typically use for demos), but once you're on the river with all the extra stuff on your line it's a different story. That's when you'll appreciate the backbone of a good quality rod. The limp noodle rods (usually the cheaper ones) will drive you crazy when you have a lot of gear on there....or if there's wind (i.e. your lake fishing)
If you're looking to cut cost, rather than buying a lower end rod, buy a used higher end rod. You can't go wrong with a Sage XP. They're awesome rods and were discontinuned this year. New models came out. You can pick used ones up on ebay for about half price ($300). I'll take a used Sage XP over a new $300 rod any day. If you go that route, make sure you get one that is factory made (not hand made from a blank) and has a warranty card. This way if you ever break it you can send it back to get a new one. They only charge shipping...something like $25.
You also prob don't need one that heavy either. 7/8 weight in a 9 or 10 foot rod should be plenty. I think I would go 7 weight if doing some lake fishing. Again, easier on the arms. The higher quality rods can do more in lighter weights than cheaper ones in bigger weights.
Good luck.
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