How Do You Know When To Change Your Fly (An Angler's Guide)

[@mattokeefe691]

Such a mentally tough process to adapt and take the time to change flies. Thanks for this

[@ianbowes-taylor3217]

very interesting, as i am a novice in the art of fly fishing , i tend to fish in stocked dams, would you present another talk on the same subject , but for still waters

[@intoflyfishing]

Sure thing, thanks!

[@robinred1851]

I always say flyfishing is a matter of trial and error, specially when things are not going good. There are so many factors that can decide if your going to be successful or not. Size of the fly, pattern, color,....... But, you as angler can do what you like, if the fish just are not responding or just are not hungry, there's nothing you can do. The fish always have the last answer. Tight lines 🎣 from the Čech Republic 🇨🇿.

[@pierrejoubert394]

Wise words. I think an important thing to remember is to be realistic. And if you're not catching anything and you've tried everything it might be a sign that you should take a rest and have a stream side drink.

[@robinred1851]

@@pierrejoubert394 After a weekend without fish I prefer a couple of beers. Cheers 😂😂🎣🎣🍺🍺

[@williammattos5]

Good video. I use the tippet rings all the time and yes it is life changing.

[@oldsmugglerflyfishing]

When fishes aren't bitten... simple!

[@pierrejoubert394]

Haha, short and sweet 👍🏼

[@jayludvigh6958]

A very interesting and informative video. Thanks for a bunch of thought provoking and helpful ideas!

[@darrylchappies9506]

Awesome video Pierre, lots of useful information. I'll have to watch it a few more times to absorb all of that👍

[@pierrejoubert394]

Glad you found it useful.

[@jimholland1592]

Brilliant advice 👍

[@intoflyfishing]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wvlongshooter3912]

Great content and video!!! What light do you have at your vise ? Thank you very much!!!

[@pierrejoubert394]

Hi, thanks so much. It' a light that my friend ties specifically for fly tying. Works from a battery pack or from the mains. You can check it out here on my site: streamandsea.com/product/hooks-under-cover-light/

[@wvlongshooter3912]

@@pierrejoubert394 checking it out, thanks!!

[@wvlongshooter3912]

@@pierrejoubert394 I think R950 is about $195 US….

[@pierrejoubert394]

@@wvlongshooter3912 No, it's just under $60

[@wvlongshooter3912]

@@pierrejoubert394 buying it!! Thanks!!

[@Shawn-ts4jw]

I must be doing something wrong regarding tippet rings. Can't get a decent presentation when using them. Will have to try again

[@robinred1851]

I use tippet rings ALL the time. And find I have NO problems with presentation. First I think this is because I use the smallest rings as possible. Ofcourse I'm talking about dryfly. With nymphing the size is less important. A very important factor however is the buildup and length of the leader. Your leader has got to have the attitude to roll out very good. Try to make your tippet longer, this also could solve a part of your problem. It's a matter of trial and error. Tight lines 🎣 from the Čech Republic 🇨🇿.

[@19DevilDawg86]

When trout fishing and using a 9’ 5X leader, I trim off the section of the leader where the 5X begins (best guess). I then tie in my tippet ring and add about a 2-2 1/2 foot piece of 5X or 6X fluorocarbon tippet depending on my needs. This seems to work best for me and it does make changing out your tippet much easier while on the water.

[@pierrejoubert394]

Shawn, tell us about the type of fishing you do, what flies you use and the leader you're using. Maybe we can help