ELEVATE your EURO Nymphing: Get rid of the mistakes

Euro Nymphing growth has many parts. Once you have the basics down, raising your game to another level boils down to overcoming mistakes and moving beyond the things that hold you back.
Having the core fundamentals down, fishing upstream and back, thinning out your leader and tippet, and understanding what your rod can do will take you to another level.
Join me on a Central PA stream in the fall as I fish and talk about these mistakes that keep you from elevating your Euro game.
Tight lines!
Cory
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[@chriswaymeyer]

Hi Cory, I also want to express my gratitude for your excellent videos! Clearly you are an elite angler, but your communication and teaching skills are just as impressive. I have learned so much from your videos and your responses to viewer questions. Your fishing and fly tying incorporates an incredible attention to detail, and you give your channel the same treatment. I know you have a day job and family obligations, but you still find time to reply to virtually every comment. Wow! Please keep up the outstanding tutorials and continue to build your brand as the best in this euro nymphing instruction niche (IMHO). Tight Lines!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Chris. SUPER nice of you to say! Glad the channel has helped. I'll keep it going....Really appreciate you watching and commenting. Tight lines and continued success to you!!

[@philipnaro3040]

Hi Cory - another great educational video for your channel. Thanks for producing these types of videos to help elevate everyone’s euro nymphing skills. Thanks, too, for turning me on to Pizon -Michel nylon. It’s a game changer and has helped to bring a lot of fish to the net! Tight lines my friend!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@philipnaro3040 Thank you, Philip! Glad the videos are helping. Pezon is great stuff-Happy it's working for you. Appreciate you watching. Tight lines to you as well!

[@Littlewildtrout]

Just watched this video for the third time and am still amazed at how much I learn. I switched from a heavy maxima mono rig to 4x Sempe leader last year, and more recently to 5x Pezon (and a euro rod upgrade; 10ft 2Wt ideal nymph). The results are amazing! The euro nymphing community owes you big time for all this wonderful knowledge you are generously providing. Many thanks Cory! -Dustin

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thanks for watching it again, Dustin! Glad the Pezon is working for you. It's great stuff and you paired it with a great stick as well. Happy to help the community! Tight lines to you!

[@crestonlaager3216]

I love watching you fish, and I always leave learning a little more. I think it's because it's clear you respect the fish you catch, and you're without ever mentioning it, an ethical fisherman. Thank you again for the 25 minutes of your time you unselfishly gave to us all.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

So nice of you to say, Creston. Really appreciate the kind words. Thanks so much for watching and tight lines to you!

[@BeckSimple]

Hello Cory, the fishing season has ended here in the Kyrgyz Republic, Central Asia. I wanted to express my gratitude for the valuable guidance you provided at the beginning of the season back in March. Your insights have truly been instrumental. This season, I had the opportunity to pioneer EuroNymphing in this region. This technique has completely transformed my approach to fishing. I've experienced a significant increase in my catch rate, particularly in the smaller rivers, which has brought back the thrill I seek in fishing. In the past, I would spend entire days fishing in larger rivers, hoping to land sizable trout (1-5). Now, I find joy in catching smaller fish, averaging around 20-40 catches per day. Furthermore, after witnessing my success, three of my fishing buddies have also taken an interest in EuroNymphing and one of them already fished a half season with EuroNymphing.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Love to hear it, Ulugbek! That is fantastic to hear! Congrats on such a great season and I love that you got your buddies involved as well. Continued success to you and your friends. Tight lines to you!

[@johnperryflyfishing]

Love the cigar-and instruction!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Appreciate it, John! Smoke em if ya got em!

[@joepa722]

fishing up stream and back.....a great tip. For the angler that is used to fishing for stocked trout, following this tip will lead to better results (and less frustration) when you find yourself on a stream with many wild fish, like those in central Pennsylvania.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Joe, PA has some of the most pressured streams I've fished. It's always good to be able to have that upstream approach in your tool bag. Appreciate you watching. Good luck to you and tight lines.

[@berks8260]

U R the Man when it comes to Euro Nymphing! 🔨🔨🔨🎣🎣🎣🐟🐟🐟 Upstream and back is key, I almost always catch one doing that ...

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Appreciate that, Berks! Gotta have that upstream and back in the tool bag. Thanks so much for watching, my friend. Tight lines to you!

[@chrismiller9740]

Cory, one other thing I learned in Spain was even thinner microleader. For tailwaters with super selective trout and flatter water, I go with Pezon/michel 5x color line to 6x P/M sighter and 7x-8x tippet. This has really helped me with 2.0mm/1.5mm perditions and general light beaded nymphs 18-22 size. The only downside is obvious, very hard to float a sighter of this size. Thanks again. You always have great info even us experienced old timers can learn from. Chris

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Chris, I do fish a .14mm leader as well in certain waters. Like you said, it's super when throwing the small stuff. We can learn a ton from the Spaniards-they are top notch fisherman. Thanks so much for watching and glad the vids are helpful. Tight lines to you!

[@caihlen]

Thanks Cory. Great stuff. Good strong work.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Ken. Appreciate it!

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Another master class Corey, very informative as usual. Tight lines Sir👌🎣

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful. Cheers and tight lines to you as well!

[@tomdickson4460]

Thank you for the advice. I learned a lot from your videos. The information you pass on is invaluable. Happy New Year

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Glad they are helpful, Tom. Nice of you to say. Tight lines to you in 24!

[@vinfisher8851]

Cory!! Great stuff here. Excellent detail on habits to focus on. I’m always looking to improve and raise my game and this is a good reminder. You are certainly dialed in my friend!! Superb content as always and thanks again for sharing!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Vinny! Appreciate it, my friend!! Glad it is helpful. Hope all is well and this year has been good to you. As always, thanks so much for watching. Tight lines to you!

[@seads4142]

Hi Cory First of all Thank You for another great video. Nothing can compare to what you are posting about fishing/euro nymphing. Complete package of experience and knowledge .Really enjoying watching it. Stay safe and tight lines to you !

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Sead! Super nice of you to say! Hope all is well, my friend. Tight lines to you!

[@jimcastillo8950]

Thank you for explaining the grease. Now I understand……now I have to add that to my equipment..

[@Lukasz_Fishing_Ireland]

Another great video Cory. Thank you so much. Greetings from Ireland 🍀

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Appreciate it, Lukasz! Slainte!

[@user-bi5tw3em4t]

Great video and great tips as usual 👍 just got my P&m slighter and leader. Thought I purchased from France but came from Spain LOL.. hoping to hit Delaware on Sunday. Super excited to test. Thank you again for sharing your talents and great tips 👍 🪰

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Rod! It is made in France, but I do get it out of Spain. I think you are going to like it a lot. Good luck with it! Glad the vids help and thanks for watching.

[@williamlee2335]

Hi Cory, thanks for sharing your knowledge with. Euro nymphing is a great sport. It's fun to watch your mechanics in action. One of my biggest challenges is trying fish with windy conditions.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Glad you enjoyed, William. It really is a great sport. Appreciate your comment. When fishing in the wind-make sure you use more weight and try to keep a lower rod tip. This will help keep it under the wind.

[@swoosh1433]

Cory, PA guy here too. Great video! Fished my entire life with threaded minnows buy was looking for a new challenge a few years ago when I turned 50. I vowed to take up fly fishing and release everything until the end of my time. I’ve had some great days nymphing on the Lehigh (20 plus fish) which I’m proud of for a new newbie. I loved your explanation on your leader which is an area I struggle with. There seems to be 1,000 different setups. Can you please spell out your leader formula for me? From backing to fly with measurements and brands. Thank you in advance! Love your stuff!,

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Swoosh. I'm actually a Virginia guy who fishes PA a ton, because I love it there! Congrats to you on learning a new way. Be a sponge and it will only get better for you. There are a thousand different answers to the leader question. I see it a lot on social media. Usually the answers are old school. There are simply better ways to do it. There is a reason that the best anglers in the world use very thin leaders. I've done a video on my setup. You can see it here. It's also in the descrioption of the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX3WeXR6rMqfaJosi=MuPVh2S8ajddZ4rC Hope this helps and thanks so much for watching!

[@jonhart-dj7fn]

Agree with the others and Cory another Great video tutorial..enjoyed specific details here.. looking forward to trying a lighter leader tippet setup .Still a beginner euro and have what feels decent enough a 3wt 10.6 Maxcatch euro rod but i like to try some micro leaders locally here close to home water in North New Jersey or perhaps southern ny state just try the five basic principals here. I didn't get enough time yet to feel as confident with my beginner setup.. For the times I had upstate most times the wind or breeze made me reach for the traditional wf flyline in the 3wt 4 and 5 just to reach the fish that spooked easily so i reflex on those mistakes you pointed out here yes ..great tips Sir TY

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Jon. Appreciate you watching. Good luck to you.

[@williamlee2335]

Hey Cory, I like your new logo. Very cool idea.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thanks so much!!

[@robdeddy2133]

Great video Cory, very informative and helpful, thank you for the post. As you discussed early in the video, it’s clear that most, if not all of your casts are up stream, with drifts straight back towards you. And, you pick up and start a new cast before your flies even get back to you. Very effective, no doubt there at all. I was curious though, as to whether you ever let your drifts flow past you, to employ any sort of nymph swing tactics downstream below you. If you do, can you comment on what conditions might support that?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Rob. I do fish up and across-it really just depends on the water/depth/clarity/is there broken water/ etc...Basically anything the will keep the trout from seeing me. I do let it go by me, but really do more of a "lift". It is what the Spanish do. Instead of stopping and letting it swing, keep extending your rod below you and your bugs will "lift" off the bottom and come to the top. It's a great tactic when there is alot of bug activity. Hope this makes sense. If you watch my '5 Things to Learn" video, I talk about drifts there.

[@TechAssuranceATL]

Purchased an Adams 4x from Devon just a few weeks ago; Game Changer! Devon helped guide me to what sighter materials to buy; the casting of the lighter Euro-line setup took a very short time on the water…and my catch ratio was incredibly increased by 2-3X…appreciate your tips and candor

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

It will definitely go up when you go thinner. Glad to hear it. Adams is one of those companies that offer great monos designed to make you better. Congrats on your success. Continued tight lines to you and thanks so much for watching!

[@georgewcamp]

Made the shift from Maxima to .16 Pierre Sempe just a month ago and you are correct, it really is a game changer. Makes casting, especially upstream easier and is WAY more sensitive than Maxima/ Lighter is definitely Better. Thanks for your advice.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Good stuff, George. You got it-game changer. Glad it is working for you. Appreciate you watching. Tight lines to you!

[@zacharygale5065]

Bro this is exactly what I’ve been looking for. Thanks for the hacks. 🤙

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Glad it is helpful, Zachary. Appreciate you watching!

[@chrismiller9740]

Best thing I ever did regarding euro nymphing , was bringing back Pezon and Michel color line as well as P&M pink/white and green/white sighter line while in Spain several years ago. It does cast far superior to maxima and other traditional mono lines. Spend most days on either South Holston river or Smith river in Basset VA, and it has upped the game significantly. I see many here giving up contact nymphing because lack of proper casting techniques, and the lack of ability to correctly read water, and observation before casting. Good work!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

It really is great stuff, Chris. I've tried most and it is superior. The South Holston and the Smith are fabulous fisheries. Appreciate you watching. Tight lines to you! PS: Fishing in Spain is on the bucket list.

[@christopmiller]

Thank you Mr Brownie

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Always have to thank em, Chris! Appreciate you watching!

[@shad3128]

If you are ever in NJ give me a holler! I have some good spots for euro nymphing. Love your videos man 😊

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Appreciate the offer, Shad! And thanks so much for watching!

[@seanp4038]

What’s up Corey? Another great video! I’m always learning so much off your videos! What brand fluorocarbon are you using? Thanks

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Sean. Appreciate it! Glad they help. I use Cortland Ultra Premium. It’s great stuff. Thanks so much for watching!

[@seanp4038]

What leader formula do you use when your using jig streamers

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

If I am dedicating a day to jigging streamers, I use straight 3x or 4x to my tippet ring…. depending on the water I’m fishing. If I’m nymphing and put a streamer on to fish a run or a particular stretch, I’ll just keep the same leader on.

[@Tjk186]

Hi Cory, another great video …so helpful…love your comments re: fishing straight upstream and bringing your nymph/s back to you…interestingly, I think you were averaging a fishing drift of about just 5 seconds before recasting and covering new water and fish, rather than letting your nymph drift past you and downstream…I’ve found casting shorter drifts more often seems to catch me more fish than longer drifts. In this video, I think you mentioned you are you using 0.16mm 5X diameter Pezon Michel color line as a straight through leader ..and with a same diameter sighter? do you still/sometimes use a thinner different color sighter or did I just misunderstand 😅 I can’t thank you enough for the pleasure and confidence I’ve gained from raising my Euro fishing game from the help,knowledge, experience and real world tips you have shared with us all…much appreciated, TK

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, TK! I do fish shorter drifts much more than longer ones. You can be really efficient fishing this way. Especially when fishing across and farther away. You can really only manage a short drift to keep it in the same seam. You heard me right. The leader was .16mm to a .16mm sighter. Yellow main leader to a pink/white sighter. I really like this setup when using my 2wt and casting lighter bugs. Happy to help and glad it is working for you. I really appreciate the comment and support. Cheers to you and tight lines, my friend!

[@anthonykocis8232]

Cory, I love your videos! I fish the same central pa streams you do. Why do you think the average fish in the fall is smaller than in the spring?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Anthony! Really appreciate it. I really think it depends on the stream. The stream I was fishing, I think on average the fish are smaller. Although, it will cough up some 18-20in plus fish all the time. I fished Penns the same week and I've always said the average size fish is larger there. Tight lines to you.

[@francisrhoades5687]

Brother your info is tops!. Is the line your mending in your hand leader or fly line. I seem to remember you saying you have about 30 ft of leader. The definition of the go pro is hard to decipher some times. I just got my pezon Michele and can't wait to try ! Thanks again for all you do for our sport ! Tight lines to all and God Bless !

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Francis! It starts out as fly line, then it may end up being leader. I use a very long leader attached to my euro fly line. You can see my setup here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX3WeXR6rMqfaJosi=QTdZrv4KmRvJF1ta You will like the Pezon-it's great stuff. Happy to help. Tight lines to you as well!

[@Wendygaechter]

Thank you so much for this video. What length is your last section of tippet for this particularly shallow water?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Wendy, I was fishing a single fly (mostly) and had approximately 3.5 ft to my bottom fly. Thanks so much for watching!

[@cutt3569]

Hello Cory, thanks for your very informative videos AND thank you for taking the time to respond to our questions. My question is concerning casting. In watching your Euro cast can you explain how it differs from a typical dry fly forward cast? it looks like in breaking your wrist quite a bit it serves to "open up" the cast? Do you still implement an oval movement or do you consider the "Oval Cast" a lob cast? Just trying to avoid my flies hitting my rod on the forward cast...Thanks!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Happy to help, William. If you watch this video, it will answer a lot of your questions: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXrHhqaId554iLssi=ShWw0MB9LoylSAAV ...You can see that the cast is very similar, just more wrist and always have it stop parallel with your forearm. I am not a fan of the Oval cast at all-it leads to inaccuracy and is a big myth in Euro Nymphing. If you watch my micro leader video, I even talk about it there. Your flies will not hit the rod...the only time that will happen is if you rush (which is never good no matter what cast you are doing). Hope this helps.

[@markphillips2153]

Great video, Cory! Thank you for sharing and teaching. With regards to your leader, what color of .16mm Pezon & Michel do you prefer? What sighter material do you use? Thanks!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Mark. I like yellow for the main leader. My sighter is pink and white (which is Pezon as well). Pink shows up well for me just above the water (under most conditions). Although sometimes, I'll go straight yellow in super low light conditions. Appreciate you watching.

[@markphillips2153]

Thank you so much! Just found your channel and really enjoying your videos. @@OldDominionTroutBum

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@markphillips2153 glad you found me!

[@rob3518]

Hi Corey can you share the specs on your Pezon Michelle line and tippets.Your advice has transformed my tight lining. Many thanks

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Rob-you can watch this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX3WeXR6rMqfaJosi=YleD-liom_Do6lDe The specs are also in the description. Glad the videos have helped. Thanks for watching and continued success to you!

[@johnhanley8708]

Nothing like a great cigar and good fishing! and some Jack Daniels.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Yes. Yes. And Yes! Appreciate you watching, John!

[@jamesnichols8893]

Great instructions Cory. Can you explain the colored leader? Do you color it? Or seams in this video you are not tight line fishing as much as keeping a sum what tight line (if that makes sense) Best

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, James. My leader is made of Pezon & Michel Color Line, .16mm. I have approx 24ft of fl yellow to 5ft of pink/white to the tippet ring. Sometimes, I'll just go straight pink/white of 24-29ft (It depends how far I think I'll be fishing from the fish, ie: condtions/water clarity, etc...). In this video, I am connected to my bugs with a nice bow in my sighter. Sometimes I floated my sighter because the water was slower....Still the same concept, but just laying your sighter on the water. I was using a single fly and lighter weight (I was going between a 2.8mm bead and 2.5). The lighter you go with weight, the more of a bow you will have (it won't be as tight). Your sighter will be that "in between" tight and loose-just a nice bow, but connected to it. I hope this makes sense.

[@user-zi9ji9is6y]

Hi Cory, thank you for your excellent instruction. It has really elevated my nymphing. In terms of weight management, how often do you fish a 2 mm beaded fly. Is this typically used in a two nymph rig or do you use these as a single fly in very skinny water. I am trying to figure out how many 2 mm versus 2.3 mm and heavier flies I should tie. Once again, thank you very much.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Glad it is helpful, Stephen. I like having 2mm beads in the box for super skinny and/or slower water. Also, I'll use it a lot on a dropper when I have a 2.3/2.5 on the bottom fly and a dry-dropper in slower/skinny water. It's important to know that you can cover a lot of skinny water with single 2.3s or use them on a dropper. Far too many anglers use too much weight in situations where a single 2.3 is all you need. Are 2mm beads necessary for beginners?...No. If you never put them in the box, will you be fine?....Yes. But, it's one of those weights that as you grow, you will find a need for it. Hope this helps.

[@holyworrier]

Great video! Do you use a colored 5X mono leading down to the sighter? I used 20' of light, thin sighter line from the flyline, then three feet of 5X mono, then another normal-sized sighter with a different color scheme. Then the tippet. Saw that on 'Flying Ties'. This setup would be fine if the sighter line was as thin and slippery as 5X mono. I disassembled that combo after watching your piece today. Switched out the sighter line for the twenty feet of 5X. I watched your excellent casting motion. It looks like maybe 9:30 to 12. And you don't hesitate when you go from backcast to cast.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thanks, Larry! I have straight about 24 ft of 5x (16mm) Pezon & Michel colored mono to 5ft of 5x (16mm) Pezon bi-color to my tippet ring. Just a super easy formula. I use this when using my 2wt and lighter bugs. Appreciate your casting compliment. I have a casting video, along with a tuck cast video as well.: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXrHhqaId554iLssi=fcgTXFPMAxMG_r2K kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y5rWqZ2lgNKeqpYsi=b_ZEvqX3le8GQzRw Thanks for watching and tight lines to you.

[@williamlee2335]

Hey Cory, This is my first season winter fishing and first year euro nymphing in Colorado. I was fishing the Arkansas yesterday and the day before. The water temp started at 34'F and raised to 39' with bright sunny days (the Ark is a freestone river starting at about 11,000ft. altitude). Fish weren't biting at all yesterday and only caught three fish the day before. Do fish normally feed at in this temp range? They seem very sluggish.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey William-when the water temps are in the 30s, it get a really tough. 40 and above are much better temps for trout to increase their feeding. You really have to lower your expectations when conditions are like that. The fish are there but more than likely in the slower water. They just won’t expend calories in the faster water when temps are in the 30s. You can catch them-but you really have to work hard for them. Hope this helps.

[@mrasmrguitar]

Corey you control the stream with that rod and reel too.. going to first practice basic casting in my backyard ( watched your other tutorials on casting) approach technique and everything else you teach and share on the stream when I get the chance ty

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Good luck to you, Jon. Keep up with the practice. Appreciate you watching.

[@jimcastillo8950]

Hello Cory, aside from fly fishing, what type of cigars do you smoke? thanks for the videos......

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Jim, I am a big Dominican guy. Macanudo, Partagas, etc... Appreciate you watching!

[@ryanthecox1]

Honest question had you fallen down and soaked bringing that fish in would you have kept it in the video? 😂 love your stuff man. Teaching me a lot!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

HAHA-It would have probably made the blooper reel. You have no idea how much footage I have of me falling in! Glad the vids are helping. Appreciate you watching! Tight lines to you, Ryan.

[@swoosh1433]

Another great video! I’ve learned so much from you. I’m a PA guy. Spend a lot of time on the Lehigh river where depth can go from 2 ft to 20 ft in areas. My question is…what is “TOO DEEP” to effectively euro nymph? Can it be done in 6, 8, 10 ft of water? What is the ultimate depth for euronymphing? Thanks!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Appreciate it, Swoosh! Glad the videos have been helpful. You can nymph in 6-10 feet of depth, but most of it will be vertical, below your rod tip. If you want to cast out farther, you can jig streamers through water this deep. Also, this is where a dry dropper or indicator is helpful. BUT-the reality is trout are only in water this deep (most of the time...not always, but most...) when they are resting OR when it is too warm or too cold. They normally are NOT in super feeding modes when they are in this type, especially when it is slower. I have fished a lot of places and in my experience, most streams only have these deep holes in areas, but most of the stream isn't like this. These super deep areas really aren't the best areas for feeding trout. I really don't spend a lot of time fishing them. I'll just move on. If it is cold, I'll fish them and concentrate on jigging streamers close to the bottom. The ultimate depth depends on the time of year and stream by stream, but trout really like that knee-deep (a little below and a little above) depth. Hope this helps.

[@swoosh1433]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@bigmick812]

Another great video! What are you smoking out there man?!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thanks, Big Mick. I usually smoke a JR Brand Dominican. Got have a smooth cigar that I enjoy, but won't get sad if it takes a splash or two.

[@trukweaz]

wish you could get that Pezon stuff in US - im running adams 3 x as my sole leader (to backing) but would like to drop down to 5x Pezon and try it this spring.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Kurt, You can try Sempe. It goes down to 5x.

[@caseyjordan9897]

Cory, thank you for all the videos and great information. I am learning a ton from you. I am new to fly fishing and especially new to euro nymphing. I currently have a 8'6" 5wt I have tried to euro nymph with, but its not the best. Do you recommend any rods / kits in the entry to mid level price range? I need to save up for a Thomas and Thomas.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Happy to do it and glad it is helping, Casey. If you have a Euro Rod it will make a big difference for you. If you give me an idea of your budget-I can point you in the right direction.

[@caseyjordan9897]

Thank you for the help. Im looking in the $300 and under range.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@caseyjordan9897 the Sydicate Pipeline P2 is a pretty good starting rod and is around 325. The Echo Shadow ll is under 300.

[@caseyjordan9897]

@@OldDominionTroutBum thank you for the recommendations that Pipeline P2 looks really nice.

[@caseyjordan9897]

I put my Syndicate Pipeline to the test on my first trip at Penns this weekend and was able to get into a couple fish. Thanks again for your help with the rod and tutorials here. I worked with a guide since it was my first time there and he was impressed with the action from the Pipeline in a 10’ rod.

[@williambone6566]

This is GREAT content but having frustration finding Paisan Michelle leader. Please advise on where to get it. Thanks!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you. William. I get Pezon & Michel Color Line from Riversfly out of Spain.

[@jp410]

One reason I've found to prefer the stiffer chameleon over sempe is that I get much, much less tip wrap, including both the spiral wraps that form around the top 6 inches or so and the occasional "wind knot" I get around the top guide. Even for the same diameter leader (#4 chameleon vs 0.18 sempe). I've experimented on the water, but haven't for the life of me been able to figure out what is causing these problems while casting. I know it's a problem shared by many others transitioning to micro-leaders. Any thoughts? I'm fishing a Hardy Zephrus 10' 3wt, if that makes any difference. Thanks for another great video, ODTB.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

JP, the wrapping around the rod is usually do to becoming "disconnected" during your cast. Usually due to rushing your cast. If you slow your cast down a bit, you'll see a difference. Also, it is supple so it can certainly tangle around the rod if you are changing flies, moving, or whatever happens when you fish-tangles just happen. But, I can almost guarantee it is caused by rushing or being "quick" with your cast. Hope this helps.

[@scottnock5241]

Great job again Cory!!! How long is that leader now?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Thank you, Scott! It was a little longer because the water was so clear and shallow-I wanted to fish farther away. It was approx 29ft to my tippet ring. 24 + 5ft of sighter.

[@scottnock5241]

@@OldDominionTroutBum what advantages do you see, gain with a sighter that is 5’ vs 3’? I have never tried anything longer than 24-28”.. thanks

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@scottnock5241 Scott, It stands out more for me. PLUS, I like a longer piece of sighter coming off my blood knot. The line is more rigid closer to the blood knot. So, for me, the farther away from the blood knot, the better. I would go at least a min of 4ft. Your sighter will stand out more and just seem more sensitive. Hope this makes sense.

[@scottnock5241]

@@OldDominionTroutBum thanks Cory I appreciate the help, I will try that!!! I do have issues picking that up and seeing subtle differences..

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Anytime Scott. Good luck to you!

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

Hi Cory, can I ask a question in regards to fishing two nymphs. Do you always fish with the same distance between your point fly and the dropper, or do you change it up depending on the situation? Thanks again for your content buddy, you have helped me improve massively with your informative videos, I must have watched all your videos 20 times over, you’re an inspiration.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Piscator-I vary the distance between the two based on depth/conditions/where the fish are in the column. It is usually between 18-24 inches during peak hatch time when fish are spread through the column. In the winter, I may go to 14in to get a smaller bug down closer to the bottom (maybe even 12). But there are a ton of times that I am out and if I am not getting any fish on the dropper, I’ll simply go with one fly. Don’t think you always have to have the dropper, I fish one fly a ton. Hope this helps. Glad the channel is helping and I appreciate you watching!

[@PiscatorUK-Fishing]

@@OldDominionTroutBum Hi Cory, very much appreciate your reply it helps a lot. I don’t think you have mentioned dropper length as being situational, only that you will cut the dropper bug off at times. Top tip on bug activity, something I didn’t consider👌I know you fish one bug in different situations but I thought that was mainly to do with shallow water/pocket water when you don’t want the bugs to drift differently from each other. Thanks again sir, keep up the fantastic content. Regards from Scotland Uk👍

[@atirsapot9433]

How do you get distance to your euro nymph casts? I feel like if I have more than 15ft of line I cant control the depth as well.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

I've done a video on casting. This should help: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gXrHhqaId554iLssi=WFB-TLOYFWdC40Sw I would also watch this video as well: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYHQlHSQj9KZY5Isi=oDXU4qDqDUm3h0O3

[@kimmower6196]

What type of set up did you use in the madison area last year

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Kim, most of the time I put that info in the description of each video. You will be able to find it there. Tight lines.

[@Donde_estoy]

Corey, I currently use 4x green amnesia all the way to the tippet ring. I love how visible it makes every cast. How significant is the difference with your 5x P&M rig?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Chris. As far as I know, the smallest Amnesia is 6# test which is the diameter of 2x (.009). So there is a really big difference between the two. The colors really pop with Amnesia, but it’s a little too stiff and too large for my liking. If you go thinner and more supple-you’ll see a big difference between the two. Hope this helps and thanks for watching.

[@Donde_estoy]

@@OldDominionTroutBum Wow, you’re right. I’m not fishing nearly as thin a line as I thought! Regarding flies, both you and George Daniels have emphasized fishing smaller, lighter nymphs. Are you against large stonefly nymphs that imitate the natural? I had success with a huge pattern on Penns. First time there. Amazing.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@Donde_estoy Chris-I do favor smaller flies. When I do use stoneflies, I fish them in smaller sizes (size 14). I really love using them in pocket water. I tie one called the Stone Pony and have a video of it. Penns is awesome and is loaded with them. One of my favorite places. Next time you go, size down on your stonefly-it will make a big difference.

[@CarlosGarcia-507]

What’s your preferred rod/reel setup for euro nymphing? Sizes please!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Carlos, I use 3 different rods (T&T Contact lls) and all have a place. I choose based on stream size and the average weight of my bugs I'll be fishing. In this video, I'm using a 10ft 9in 2wt with a Galvan GEN 3.5. I really like the Galvan. You can go to my website and read the FAQs for my rod choice between 2wt and 3wt. 10 ft rods, for me, are for smaller streams 30ft wide and less. Over that, I go longer.

[@swoosh1433]

What knot do you use to attach your fly to your tippit? I tried to watch what you were doing. It didn’t look like a cinch knot. Thanks.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Swoosh. I use a single Davy knot. Super easy and strong.

[@swoosh1433]

Thank you.

[@mw2bros4lifee]

What is the tippet you suggested at 13:07 ???? I have been using 8- and 10-pound high viz yellow sufiix to 3x rio indicator (tippet ring) to 2lb pline floro mono as my tippet

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

The mono is Pezon & Michel Color Line. It’s a only available overseas. You can get Sempe or Adams in the States. It is mono made for Euro Nymphing. My leader and sighter in this video is 5x. I prefer a fly fishing tippet as they are stronger than Pline in the same diameter. For instance 2lb Pline is close to 6x. While Cortland 6x is 3.9lb test. Cortland 7x is smaller the is still stronger at 2.9lb test.

[@mw2bros4lifee]

@@OldDominionTroutBum thanks for the info! Do you suggest for me to downsize my sighter material from 3x to 5x?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@mw2bros4lifee if you make everything thinner, you will see a big difference. The most subtle of takes will stand out for you.

[@mw2bros4lifee]

@@OldDominionTroutBum thx u

[@davidgross6903]

Cory, I need some help. I’ve been practicing casting with a Micro Mono Rig and I continually find myself missing my point of aim, my target. The equipment I’m using is as follows: Thomas & Thomas 1093 rod, Galvan Reel spooled with 0.22 dia. Braid core Euro line, and 23 ft. of Pierre Sempe 0.18 mm mono, with 4 ft. of 5X tippet. To the end of the tippet I’ve tied a practice weight of approximately 0.62 gram. For context, one single 3.3 mm slotted tungsten bead weighs 0.31 gram on my scale. The problem I keep having is my practice weight is continually landing to the left of my target by approximately 15 to 20 degrees. I’m using a rod grip like you suggested in your KZbin video. I cast with my right hand, with my index finger pointing down the rod blank, with the tip of my index finger just touching the rod blank where it enters the cork handle. When I’m casting I have about 14 or 15 ft. of mono line and tippet extending from my rod tip, I have about 2 feet of Euro line beginning to enter the line guides From what I’ve described here, is there anything about my casting approach that stands out to you and may be the cause of my practice weight (fly) landing 15 degrees left of my target. I’d like to thank you in advance for your time and consideration. David

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

David, I am assuming you are right handed. Without seeing you, I can almost guarantee that you are not allowing your back cast to fully extend behind you (It needs to be 180 degrees from you target). So, you are just starting your forward cast too early. It feels like it is loading, but you need to give it a little more time. You may be using an oval cast and this is the biggest problem with it-people prematurely start the forward cast, which leads to inaccuracy. I talk about this at the at the 14:00 mark here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/lX3WeXR6rMqfaJosi=Y8PgAGYbxZTrn4lA I'm sure this will explain your problem. It's all a timing thing. Just wait a little more...I tell everyone wait until you are almost too uncomfortable...then cast forward. Hope this helps

[@davidgross6903]

Thanks Cory, you were correct. Went to a neighbors farm pond today to practice and I concentrated on allowing my rod to fully load before I started my forward cast and I made certain my backcast was 180 degrees from my target. When I was able to properly position my backcast at 180 degrees and let my rod fully load I hit my target every time. Thank you for your help I really appreciate it. David

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@davidgross6903 Happy to help, David. Glad you are back on track.

[@Jaimelapoesie]

Where are you sourcing your Pezon Michel materials?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

I get it from Riversfly out of Spain.

[@smwoodbu1]

Where can you buy that P&M line in the states?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Stephen, it isn’t available in the States. You have to get it from overseas. I get mine from Riversfly in Spain.

[@steelhead6368]

What line is the white line you're using as your backing?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

It is Cortland 20# Dacron backing. Appreciate you watching.

[@berks8260]

Where can you get Pexon Michel in the US? Thx!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Berks, I get it from overseas. Riversfly.com. They are out of Spain.

[@berks8260]

@@OldDominionTroutBum ok thanks!

[@helok9]

Do you ever do seminars? Would you be interested in doing one?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Mark. I do speaking presentations. You can message me through Instagram. Happy to chat about it.

[@helok9]

ah, I’m not on instagram unfortunately.

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

My email is: [e-mail]

[@helok9]

@@OldDominionTroutBumgreat, thank you.

[@jimcastillo8950]

Oh and what brand of grease are you using?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

I use Payette Paste.

[@jimcastillo8950]

Hello again, now I am kind of confused. I would of thought that the paste would help you sink your line. The paste you use is a floatant. Can you please explain why and your tactics? thank you for your time and teachings.......

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Jim, Payette paste is a floatant. I believe I spoke about why I needed to lay my sighter in the water. Sometimes it is helpful to "float" the sighter. In this case, I had an upstream wind, slower current, clear water, fishing upstream and back, making longer casts. Laying my sighter on the water and picking it up slowly as it came back was extremely helpful.

[@michaelcapurso]

Are you fishing leader from reel to water?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Hey Michael-I am not. if you watch my Micro Leader video, you will how I set it up. It is is the description of that video. Thanks for watching.

[@michaelcapurso]

OK - I read the description and understand the makeup. What I don't understand is how much of the euro nymph line do you have outside of the rod tip while fishing.@@OldDominionTroutBum

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@michaelcapurso I don’t have any line outside of the tip. If you watch the video, I talk specifically about that.

[@rivin3180]

I think my biggest thing is location fish in a stream and how heavy my flies should be in particular spots

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

This video may help you…I talk about weight management. kzbin.info/www/bejne/pYHQlHSQj9KZY5Isi=HE57XZwuG0xi0PAH I haven’t done a video on locating fish, but I do give examples throughout my videos while fishing . Good luck and thanks for watching.

[@NJTroutSniffer]

I started using .018 Pierre sempe (20ft) to .016 Pierre sempe tri-color about (6ft) to a 1.6 mm titanium tipper ring. I haven’t used anything less than 6x fluorocarbon. Really like scientific angler absolute fluorocarbon. Casting is easier, flies drop faster, and man I can everything going on with my point fly. I have definitely noticed the difference in results. Caught a 22” brown on 6.5x and I’m amazed on how strong and thin the Pierre Sempe is. Also, there is no plop of line over top the water. Straight up game changer. P.s. 5x is for pu$$ies

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Everything you said is 100% spot on. Going thinner makes a huge difference. Both in the leader and tippet. I haven’t used the SA tippet, but continue to hear great things about it. Appreciate you watching! Laughed out loud in the p.s. btw…

[@patsheridan]

I'll tell you something funny: I'm just starting to watch your video and I can smell your cigar!

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Haha! Now that is immersing yourself in it!

[@user-tx4bb9yq1n]

What's the name of your leader ?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

It's .16mm Pezon & Michel Color Line. Appreciate you watching.

[@user-tx4bb9yq1n]

@@OldDominionTroutBum do u use the same for tippet

[@user-iq2dl4rg1b]

What rod are you using?

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

Belinda-if you watch the whole video, I specifically talked about the rod I was using.

[@user-iq2dl4rg1b]

@OldDominionTroutBum sorry I will make sure I finish it haha was just watching super late so I fell asleep but I appreciate you! I caught a 18 inch trout yesterday on my friend's euro rig and I got hooked after that

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@user-iq2dl4rg1b No worries, Belinda. Hope the video didn't put you to sleep! That is a heck of a fish-Glad you are hooked!

[@user-iq2dl4rg1b]

@OldDominionTroutBum no the video didn't haha it was like 4am but I can definitely tell you know what you're talking about Especially while consistently catching fish in the vid

[@OldDominionTroutBum]

@@user-iq2dl4rg1b Appreciate it. Thanks so much for watching. Good luck to you and tight lines!