Master The Art Of Dry Dropper Setup And Fishing With This In-depth Guide!

Learn how to master the dry dropper technique, a versatile method that's perfect for targeting a variety of trout as well as other species. In this video, I will guide you through the essential steps, from selecting the right equipment to selection of flies and setting up. Fly Fishing in Ireland has been an absolute pleasure. I am over the moon to bring you this video from the river Nore in Kilkenny. The video is suitable for beginners starting their fly fishing journey and those looking to improve their catch rate.
Key topics covered:
Introduction: What is the dry dropper, Klink and dink, duo or hopper dropper?
Tackle required and setting up: Choosing the ideal rod, reel, line, and setting up for dry dropper fishing.
Choosing the right flies: A look at some of the fly patterns that can be used in conjunction with the dry dropper method.
Approach and considerations: Learn how to approach and start fishing with this technique.
Tips and tricks: Get advice on reading the water, mending your line, and increasing your chances of success. Learn how to cast effectively to avoid tangles and present your flies accurately.
Whether you're a seasoned angler or just beginning fly fishing on a river, this video will provide you with the knowledge and skills to become a proficient dry dropper fisherman.
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[@DaiHGowerWales]

Superb detail provided throughout. No fluff or entertainment rubbish just the key info in a calm logical easy to learn format. Thank you Lindsay.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Very kind thanks David.

[@Tjk186]

Just wanted to acknowledge all the hard work you’ve obviously put in to producing this quality video, format and content Lindsay…very helpful tips and enjoyable, in a beautiful part of the world …thank you and sending you a Euro nod 😂

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Appreciate it!! I was on holiday for two weeks so had the capacity to really spend the time on this one. probably to much time if im honest. I love the process though and thats what keeps me coming back. Trying to make better content each time.

[@waynedavies5569]

Hi Lindsay, Really like this fly fishing video. It looks a stunning location with some high quality shots along the river bank. I enjoyed your top hints and tips for the Dry Dropper tactics, plus you caught a few good brownies on the day. Best regards, Wayne 😀👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks Wayne it was a stunning river.

[@archiebathgate9122]

Another good video. I tie a tippet ring onto the bend of the dry fly and suspend the buzzer/nymph from it rather than tie onto the hook of the dry.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I have tried that with both mono and the small tippet rings. They both work well but I get lazy and forget to tie them in.

[@imchrisme5514]

Hi Lindsay I tie a tippet ring in to the rear of the dry fly instead of tying onto hook, works a treat too!

[@lindsayiflyfish]

I have not done that but added a mono loop that works well. Cheaper too.

[@DaiHGowerWales]

Got me pondering now on whether a small blood loop added to tippet at the dry fly location would do it. Just big enough to fold the fly thru the loop to secure it. Means two strands of fc coming from the dry fly admittedly, but only an inch or two. Benefits being can swap the Dryfly quickly. ( I say quickly 😂) plus the dry fly is not then "tethered both ends" and has more movement.

[@piscarifly2443]

Great Video and infromation Lindsay, the river looks great

[@lindsayiflyfish]

It treated me very kindly Peter. Glad you liked the video pal.

[@user-qi7vw5xc3z]

Same here Lindsay but in the Tongariro river you can feel a gentle pluck from the fish

[@DavidJamesBoland]

Hi Lindsay from Scotland. Thanks for another fantastic video. It would be nice to see you do some river fishing from Scotland if that possible thanks

[@lindsayiflyfish]

David, I would love to but currently I still have a full time job. Only a couple of years to go though and all being well I am hoping to create content full time.

[@lawrencemacd63]

Great video Lindsay I’d hope to get takes in 4&8 not that I’ve fished rivers for trout more barbel & chub when living in London 🐟🎣😂

[@lindsayiflyfish]

There were fish throughout the system but the water was warm from what summer we had and the bulk of the fish were in the heads of the runs.

[@sigurdurmarolafsson4183]

Another great video. I have been using my 11'/#3 switch rod (redington hydrogen) for both euro nymphing and then just go to either dries or anything that comes to mind.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Good stuff! I am going to experiment more with the longer rod.

[@simonmx23]

Another great video. Is it possible to do a video on how you attach a micro ring to your flyline. Thanks

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Simon going to be tied up for a few weeks but when I get the chance. 👍

[@simonmx23]

@@lindsayiflyfish exellent. Thank you very much

[@nigeldeitch9718]

I use a micro ring to attach my tippet to my leader. This also gives me the opportunity to tie a dropper off the ring if I want to fish the duo.

[@lindsayiflyfish]

@@nigeldeitch9718 Good tip Nigel.

[@seandoyle1879]

Nice one 👍

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks ✌️

[@MegaCymro]

Excellent video as always 👍

[@davidwillacy4796]

Daft question Lindsay, can you use this method on still waters and what nymph would be on the point (dry sedge with a sedge pupa on the point maybe)? Keep up the great work Bud. Cheers

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Not a daft question pal, you can use it on Stillwater but most folks just use a bung.

[@TheWobblyFace]

Dry fly on a dropper for me always. Have tried NZ but lost the nymph and tippet when casting, plus the dry is tethered at both ends which stops subtle movement and can hamper the fish taking the dry. Downside to dry on dropper is it takes more to change flies if needing the nymph to go deeper using a longer tippet and the dropper does twist with nymph tippet but that's soon sorted with regular checks and simple untwisting. I've caught far too many fish (lucky me 😊) using dry on dropper to change. Nice vid Lindsay, keep up the good work. 🎣

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Thanks pal, I have tried both but just prefer NZ style. Good point about the dry being tethered at both ends though. Will give that some thought.

[@DaiHGowerWales]

Im new to this. Think ill try both and see how it goes But useful to hear the debate. Lindsay did say both variants have pros and cons.

[@davidveilleux4688]

One question I noticed you tied your dropper straight to the bend of the barbless dry . Do you lose any of your dropper flies that way ?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

It has not been a problem, maybe the very odd one but I can’t even remember the last time that happened.

[@stevelewis6079]

Hi Lindsay, what is the make and name of the spray you used to make it hydrophobic please Thanks

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Hi Steve, here you go pal piscari-fly.com/collections/piscari-dry-x/

[@alexlewis8744]

Great video Lyndsey. Love that little chest pack - what’s the make?

[@lindsayiflyfish]

C&F, don't think they make them anymore its from my competition days. I was travelling light as space was at a premium when going on holiday.

[@BILLHENRY239]

you use the vivarelli. I have use the reel for two decades!

[@lindsayiflyfish]

Sadly it’s not a Vivarelli, can’t get them anymore. It’s a cheaper knock off version.

[@BILLHENRY239]

@@lindsayiflyfish I have the Adventik too.