Can you EURONYMPH with a TRADITIONAL 9' 5wt? A Flyfishing Experiment in the stunning Brecon Beacons

I broke the tip section on my Euro rod and decided to set up my 9' 5wt with a micro leader Euronymphing setup. I spent a few hours trying it out on a stunning section of the River Usk on a warm, sunny afternoon.
Results:
Does it work? Yes.
Is it ideal? No, far from it - casting is really tough and it makes it much more difficult to fish at any distance with a good drift. I did find it more productive than traditional nymphing techniques with a floating line.

[@Tjk186]

Some good signs of a healthy river …nice to have the Usk as your local 🎣tight lines

[@AAAFlyFisher]

It sure is. I've caught far more smaller trout this season than last - it's nice to see the little ones mixed in! Tight lines to you too

[@gregkidd9519]

New subscriber here 👋 I lost count of how many fish you caught beautiful looking spot, love it 👍

[@AAAFlyFisher]

Thanks Greg! It was a good day for sure 🎣☀️