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Quick Guide to Flies Used for Fly Fishing

Fly fishing is a niche area for the overall sport of fishing. Unlike niches in other sports, it is very unique when compared to the more popular angling.

The mere name of fly fishing suggests something very different. No, it doesn?t have anything to do with elevating yourself. Instead, the ?fly? in the name refers to the thing used to tempt the fish to strike. While hooks and bait are important in all forms of fishing, the nature of flies for fly fishing has taken on a life of its own. For beginners, it can be downright intimidating, so here is a quick primer.

A fly is a combination of a hook and bait. In this case, the bait is usually an artificial mish mash that is designed to look delicious to the particular fish being targeted. To you and me, it often just looks like a ball of fur and color, but who are we to argue with the fish? In reality, the idea with the fly is to mimic the favorite bait of the fish in question, which is often a bug of some sort.

There are many ways to categorize flies. I prefer to go with simplest first. The first categorization is the dry fly versus the wet fly. What is the difference between them? The wet fly is intended to sink under the water once you have cast it into the water. The dry fly is intended to sit on the top of the water, much like particular bugs do. While this may sound like a fairly simple and logical explanation, it often becomes problematic in the real world. With the continuing evolution of flies, some dry flies actually are intended to end up under the waterline. That being said, let?s not confuse things too much!

Now things get messy. Long ago, the actual names for particular flies were logical and made common sense. A steelhead fly was obviously to be used for catching steelhead fish. Many flies still carry the name of their intended bait, but a vast new line of flies does not. Fortunately, many of this new group carry at least some portion of the fly or bug they are supposed to imitate. Such names include nymphs, mayflies and caddis to mention a few. As to the rest of them, the names appear to come from the Star Wars version of fly fishing and your guess is as good as mine.

So, how do you select your flies? The best method has been around for over a hundred years ? ask! The best fly depends on the fish you are going after and the conditions during that time of the year. The only way to get this information is to talk with people familiar with the area or by chatting up the locals at the closest fishing equipment store. The chaps issuing fishing licenses can also be very helpful.

Rick Chapo is with NomadJournals.com - makers of fly fishing gifts.

Thoughts about boat fishing
Nymphing by The Numbers by Kelly Galloup


Award-winning series FLY FISH TV presents a complete & systematic approach to nymphing with lessons on presentation. Includes: rigging, indicators, weights, knots, flies, & fishing. Details on 8 different ways to nymph. Length : 120 min. Subjects Include : Nymphing systems and configurations Indicator and weight placement Fly selection, positioning and knots Presentation quadrants and techniques Reading water and adjusting to the situation Details on 8 different ways to nymph.


Price: 34.95



Krystal Flash Bugger, Bead Head, Red


The addition of red krystal flash to the popular wooly bugger has made this fly come alive both in the depths of your favorite trout lake and in your local trout stream. It may be stripped on a sinking line in still water or swung across current in river situations. This fly has quickly become a must have in any fly fishers box.


Price: 1.25



Scientific Anglers C&F 7 Row System Fly Box Insert


Design Fly size #16 and smaller Slots for 168 flies Model No cfsa1507 This insert fits the CFFS1 4.88" X 3.70" System Fly Box


Price: 15.95



Trout Bum Diaries, Vol 2, New Zealand


Prepare yourself for 75 minutes of pure fly fishing insanity with Trout Bum Diaries Vol 2: Kiwi Camo . In this installment, the usual suspects of the Angling Exploration Group take you on a hair-curling 4 month expedition into New Zealand's shadowland as they attempt to seduce the world's largest & most elusive backcountry brown trout. In addition to the non-stop trials & triumphs of these angling addicts, Kiwi Camo delivers a behind the scenes look into what drives the seemingly crazy trout-bum lifestyle. If you enjoyed TBD v1: Patagonia, this one is sure to hook you instantly. Run time : 75 minutes NTSC letterbox Dolby Digital stereo Region-free DVD


Price: 26.95



Recommended boat fishing Items
The Orvis Guide to Saltwater Fly Fishing, New and Revised (Orvis)

The Orvis Guide to Saltwater Fly Fishing, New and Revised (Orvis)

The name “Curcione” is synonymous with professional saltwater fly fishing. Through the salt scene of the 1980s and 1990s, Nick Curcione developed and wrote about flies and methods that changed the way people fished inshore and off shore. Curcione shared the water with many of the great veteran fly rodders of his time, and that collected experience and knowledge enrich this book. The coastal angler who chases striped bass, albacore and various tunas, sea trout, yellowtail, tarpon, and many other species will find all the guidance he needs in these chapters.

Curious George Goes Fishing (Curious George Board Books)

Curious George Goes Fishing (Curious George Board Books)
Inspired by a vignette in the classic Curious George Flies a Kite, this amusing episode shows George at his curious best trying to catch a fish.

Fishing Day

Fishing Day
Reenie and her mama love to go fishing down by the river. But the peace of their idyllic fishing spot is often marred by the appearance of Peter Troop and his daddy. Peter is up-jumpy and loud, scaring the fish away. And the Troops harbor some resentment toward them, too. Peter and his daddy are fishing for food; Reenie and Mama fish for fun. The Troops are white; Reenie and Mama are black. And in the Jim Crow South, it is this last difference that is most significant. One day, when the Troops' fishing reel breaks, Reenie overcomes their mutual fear and mistrust to help Peter-an act that holds the promise of friendship and understanding. This is a moving story about two children crossing boundaries of race, class, and gender, and about small acts that make a big difference.

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