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My favorite streamer is the wooly bugger. Man, they just catch fish. Dan is right on about varying the strip. The fish will sorta dictate what they want. Sometimes I need a constant strip retrieve, others, strip and pause will yield me a good fish. Good stuff!!
I love streamer fishing, your right they produce bigger bites! And staying simple in color patterns to fish is the way to go! I'm a firm beliver in matching the hatch!
Are you kidding me? You're thanking me for clicking on your video?!? Dude, you put out AMAZING content and take such good care of your audience, beginner to advanced. I really appreciate it, and we should be thanking you for this kind of content!
I’ve been fishing the lower salt river. It’s getting better every week, any streamer with chartreuse will do. Any minute now the topwater bite will pick up at Bartlett lake. The water will be boiling in the morning. Fish shad colored poppers, be there early. Have fun out there! *the guys at AZ Fly Shop can help you out too. Az-51 and Cactus Rd
Awesome video!! Just got a super picky wild brown on an olive bugger yesterday when it wouldnt touch anything else. Swung it downstream and it almost ripped the pole out of my hands LOL
Great video. Many streamer flies now have some added weight. Tungsten bead, bullet head, lotsa lead wire, etc. These flies are not much different than a spinning jig. A heavier rod and line is needed. You might be able to 'lob' a weighted streamer with a 10 foot 3 weight, but awkwardly.
Great videos, you keep it simple!! My sons and I love chasing cutthroat. A fly that works very well is the bulldog by SFOTF. I've watched them use it for kokanee but is very affective for cutthroat and might work well for browns and dollys.
Thanks Dan. You really know how to explain these things well to us newbies. The season is almost over but I'll be practicing on my front lawn all winter. I'm mostly a trout fisherman so what is the best net to carry around that does the least damage to the fish and costs under $100???
You are most welcome! Any net that has a rubber netting works great for releasing fish unharmed. I love the Hellbender, but they are a bit pricey if you are on a budget.
While I still classify myself as "subintermediate," the first fish I ever caught on a fly rod was with the proverbial Wooly Bugger. You have taught me about leech patterns and "sculpzilla" (how can a name like that NOT catch big fish?) I am going on the lower Sacramento River in two weeks with a friend who guides. While drifting nymphs is the go to, I so want to be able to call us the Sultans of Swing!
One more trick: The Hang Down. When you’re fly comes to the end of a swing, with your rod tip pointing downstream in a reasonable amount of current (not dead water), be still for 4 or 5 seconds and let it settle to the bottom. A lot of times fish have followed it across, and when they see that sculpin (or whatever) start to settle into a hiding spot on the bottom they’ll hammer it. Then, pick it up and give it a few strips as one final enticement before finishing the retrieve and re-casting it.
@@FlyFishDan I picked up a 21" wild rainbow on the Skykomish on the Hang Down. That day completely sold me on the technique, and have had a good number of fish that way since then. Good luck!
I have heard other experienced fly fisherman say that when adding movement to streamers, such movement should be consistent and predictable when swinging flies. Their basis is that trout are ambush predators, and want to expend the least amount of energy possible, and as such will likely not go after a target if it is perceived too radical in it's movement. I personally have caught fish using consistent, and erratic motion, so I continue to mix it up in-between, but thought I would see if you had any opinion on this Dan. Personally for me it is hard to tell a difference in the time I have been trying to keep track since I heard this advice.
I too vary things up while fishing for these reasons - I've had fish get interested when aggressively stripping back...and some that will strike with just the marabou doing all the moving. Great comments - Cheers!
If I could add my own thoughts to this I would say that a consistent presentation with a lot of movement is good for most scenarios. There is a particular streamer retrieve called a jerk strip that can be worked in very short motions for slower movement through the water while still allowing the fibers on the fly to undulate a lot. That undulation is often times what produces a strike. If you ever watch a big streamer move through the water when you're just stripping line with no movement from the rod tip, those fibers will stay tucked back on the fly, and it looks like you're pulling a big stick through the water.
I’m a subscriber cuz I’m trying to learn how to fly fish thanks for the tricks and tips Dan I haven’t gotten a fly Rod yet but will be getting one soon
Ha! The Tequeely gets NO love from trout guys... I have never really considered putting one of those in my trout box, but it has a well earned permanent spot in my smallmouth box. I always appreciate these videos from Dan, they are well made and contain a lot of sound info. Just keep in mind he's talking trout here. If you want to target bass, the formulas seldom overlap. Presentations mentioned here are solid, but fly selection will be a whole different ballgame. Long live Tequeely! Lol
Do you have streamer casting tips that could help someone. I tend to have allot of trouble with that. Keep up the good work bud. Can't wait to maybe see you out there.
Shouldn't need to - fish streamers that are weighted or that have bead/cone heads. Fishing streamers in moving water is usually done with a sink-tip line or a poly leader. I carry poly leaders in my pack of various sink rates so I can just loop them to the end of my floating line when I'm switching from dries or nymphing to streamer fishing. As Dan said, using a split is not recommended with streamers, it's going to also monkey with the casting as it causes a hinge.
Great helpful video. Can't help but feel like I've fished this exact spot before lol. I won't get too specific, but is this North Bend headed up toward Snoqualmie?
Hell yeah man, Tequeely gets dunked on constantly by anyone that's never tried one! Hell, I'm just as guilty. I thought that thing looked like the insides of my phone charger the first time I saw it. Glad I decided to listen to my local shop guy! Now, I have never tried one on trout, so maybe that's where the discrepancy lies. I do tend to keep my trout box very simple, as I mostly have small bows and browns near me. Big browns WILL ABSOLUTELY SMASH whatever beastly smally streamer you can chuck at them though. I think I will dedicate my next trout trip to landing one on the good ol Tequeely! I will make some noise if it turns out to be successful... lol Long live Tequeely!
@@Nubenhoofer Trout love crayfish. People are just lame and don't understand streamer fishing. Most of these guys "fish Streamers" and have 2 wooly buggers in their box lol. None of them have dedicated streamer set ups or boxes of big streamers. They need to accept they like to nymph and catch more fish and thats ok lol!
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strawberry woolly bugger is my go-to its such a good fly same with a brown woolly bugger but it has to have rubber legs its lethal
My favorite streamer is the wooly bugger. Man, they just catch fish. Dan is right on about varying the strip. The fish will sorta dictate what they want. Sometimes I need a constant strip retrieve, others, strip and pause will yield me a good fish. Good stuff!!
Thanks Andrew - I appreciate the comments and taking the time to watch!
A wooly bugger is the size of the flys d*CK that I use...
I love streamer fishing, your right they produce bigger bites! And staying simple in color patterns to fish is the way to go! I'm a firm beliver in matching the hatch!
Are you kidding me? You're thanking me for clicking on your video?!? Dude, you put out AMAZING content and take such good care of your audience, beginner to advanced. I really appreciate it, and we should be thanking you for this kind of content!
Thank you too!
Nice video Fly Fish Dan. Streamers are great, you can cover a lot of water and the setup is simple and easy to cast.
Very true!
Thanks for the video! I’ve been having a blast fishing streamers for bass down here in AZ as the temps start to cool off.
Any recommendations on where to go and what to use? I'd love to try bass on the fly
I’ve been fishing the lower salt river. It’s getting better every week, any streamer with chartreuse will do. Any minute now the topwater bite will pick up at Bartlett lake. The water will be boiling in the morning. Fish shad colored poppers, be there early. Have fun out there!
*the guys at AZ Fly Shop can help you out too. Az-51 and Cactus Rd
@@Ollie_AZ the guys at AZ Fly Shop are great but it's a serious drive for me lmao. You're the MVP thanks for the info my guy
Hey, this helped me out so much! You helped me catch my first trout on a streamer! Thank you from idaho!
That is awesome!
Awesome video!! Just got a super picky wild brown on an olive bugger yesterday when it wouldnt touch anything else. Swung it downstream and it almost ripped the pole out of my hands LOL
Had a cutty hammer an ugly purple and brown fly I found in a tree. It's hideous. But it catches.
Thanks Dan for your entertaining video and educational comments.
My pleasure!
And this is why I got some streamers from Red with your code :P
Great video. Many streamer flies now have some added weight. Tungsten bead, bullet head, lotsa lead wire, etc. These flies are not much different than a spinning jig. A heavier rod and line is needed. You might be able to 'lob' a weighted streamer with a 10 foot 3 weight, but awkwardly.
Thanks! Great feedback!
Red's Flies awesome!
Yes indeed!
Great videos, you keep it simple!! My sons and I love chasing cutthroat. A fly that works very well is the bulldog by SFOTF. I've watched them use it for kokanee but is very affective for cutthroat and might work well for browns and dollys.
Thanks for sharing!
Thanks Dan. You really know how to explain these things well to us newbies. The season is almost over but I'll be practicing on my front lawn all winter. I'm mostly a trout fisherman so what is the best net to carry around that does the least damage to the fish and costs under $100???
You are most welcome! Any net that has a rubber netting works great for releasing fish unharmed. I love the Hellbender, but they are a bit pricey if you are on a budget.
While I still classify myself as "subintermediate," the first fish I ever caught on a fly rod was with the proverbial Wooly Bugger. You have taught me about leech patterns and "sculpzilla" (how can a name like that NOT catch big fish?) I am going on the lower Sacramento River in two weeks with a friend who guides. While drifting nymphs is the go to, I so want to be able to call us the Sultans of Swing!
As always great info thanks for the time. Whats your thoughts and techniques regarding 2 streamers and fishing them in the winter time.
Great idea - I'll make a video on that!
@@FlyFishDan That would be awesome. Can’t wait to see it. 👍🏼
One more trick: The Hang Down. When you’re fly comes to the end of a swing, with your rod tip pointing downstream in a reasonable amount of current (not dead water), be still for 4 or 5 seconds and let it settle to the bottom. A lot of times fish have followed it across, and when they see that sculpin (or whatever) start to settle into a hiding spot on the bottom they’ll hammer it. Then, pick it up and give it a few strips as one final enticement before finishing the retrieve and re-casting it.
Nice - I am totally going to try that!
@@FlyFishDan I picked up a 21" wild rainbow on the Skykomish on the Hang Down. That day completely sold me on the technique, and have had a good number of fish that way since then. Good luck!
Good succinct stuff here. Thank you!
Thank you!
Thanks for all the tips! Just starting to get into some fall streamer fishing out here in Montana. Pretty awesome way to catch them. Keep it up man!
Nice! I am officially jealous of you being in Montana!
Cheers for the tips Dan 🙌
Next season on the Tweed il be tempting the big boys with these tips
✌️❤️=🔥
I have heard other experienced fly fisherman say that when adding movement to streamers, such movement should be consistent and predictable when swinging flies. Their basis is that trout are ambush predators, and want to expend the least amount of energy possible, and as such will likely not go after a target if it is perceived too radical in it's movement. I personally have caught fish using consistent, and erratic motion, so I continue to mix it up in-between, but thought I would see if you had any opinion on this Dan. Personally for me it is hard to tell a difference in the time I have been trying to keep track since I heard this advice.
I too vary things up while fishing for these reasons - I've had fish get interested when aggressively stripping back...and some that will strike with just the marabou doing all the moving. Great comments - Cheers!
If I could add my own thoughts to this I would say that a consistent presentation with a lot of movement is good for most scenarios. There is a particular streamer retrieve called a jerk strip that can be worked in very short motions for slower movement through the water while still allowing the fibers on the fly to undulate a lot. That undulation is often times what produces a strike. If you ever watch a big streamer move through the water when you're just stripping line with no movement from the rod tip, those fibers will stay tucked back on the fly, and it looks like you're pulling a big stick through the water.
Definitely interested in a streamer casting video! Also, what leader setup o you usually use? Sinking leader?
I will typically use a floating line setup with with a longer leader - typically 4x and or 3x 12' leader.
Thanks Dan!
You bet!
I’m a subscriber cuz I’m trying to learn how to fly fish thanks for the tricks and tips Dan I haven’t gotten a fly Rod yet but will be getting one soon
Nice to have you here!
Ha! The Tequeely gets NO love from trout guys... I have never really considered putting one of those in my trout box, but it has a well earned permanent spot in my smallmouth box.
I always appreciate these videos from Dan, they are well made and contain a lot of sound info. Just keep in mind he's talking trout here. If you want to target bass, the formulas seldom overlap. Presentations mentioned here are solid, but fly selection will be a whole different ballgame.
Long live Tequeely! Lol
Do you have streamer casting tips that could help someone. I tend to have allot of trouble with that. Keep up the good work bud. Can't wait to maybe see you out there.
Great suggestion - I'll make a video talking about that!
Great video!
Thanks!
Can we use split shot with streamers
You can yes - they just kink your line (I have never used them for that reason). Weakens the line in that spot
Shouldn't need to - fish streamers that are weighted or that have bead/cone heads. Fishing streamers in moving water is usually done with a sink-tip line or a poly leader. I carry poly leaders in my pack of various sink rates so I can just loop them to the end of my floating line when I'm switching from dries or nymphing to streamer fishing. As Dan said, using a split is not recommended with streamers, it's going to also monkey with the casting as it causes a hinge.
Love streamers
Me too :))
Great helpful video. Can't help but feel like I've fished this exact spot before lol. I won't get too specific, but is this North Bend headed up toward Snoqualmie?
You have been there! Thanks for taking the time to watch!
@@FlyFishDan love taking my son there. Such a peaceful area! And you bet. Thanks for the great video!
Anyone interested in learning about streamer fishing for big trout should look up Kelly Galloup.
How dare you... my PB smallmouth is on a Tequeely and It absolutely kills in size 4 around me. Amazing crayfish imitation. Lmao great video
Hell yeah man, Tequeely gets dunked on constantly by anyone that's never tried one! Hell, I'm just as guilty. I thought that thing looked like the insides of my phone charger the first time I saw it. Glad I decided to listen to my local shop guy!
Now, I have never tried one on trout, so maybe that's where the discrepancy lies. I do tend to keep my trout box very simple, as I mostly have small bows and browns near me. Big browns WILL ABSOLUTELY SMASH whatever beastly smally streamer you can chuck at them though.
I think I will dedicate my next trout trip to landing one on the good ol Tequeely! I will make some noise if it turns out to be successful... lol
Long live Tequeely!
@@Nubenhoofer Trout love crayfish. People are just lame and don't understand streamer fishing. Most of these guys "fish Streamers" and have 2 wooly buggers in their box lol. None of them have dedicated streamer set ups or boxes of big streamers. They need to accept they like to nymph and catch more fish and thats ok lol!
Ur kinda fishing smaller streamers then I want to man I wanna go after that fish that's trys to brakes ur rod in half lol😂
Too much talking eshol👎👎👎🤑🤑🤑
Don't be a typical UA-cam troll Johnny Franzen