Q&A | #29 - Changing Flies WITHOUT Using Knots / Cutting YOUR Leader! (A Fast Alternative)

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching, friends! We love these little clips, what do you think?! Comment below.

[@Highsmokepoker]

Thanks for all the helpful tips, Ben watching the last few weeks, just got into fly fishing and ask you videos are all helpful

[@henryhenry3832]

I’ve been using them for years now and love them, but I have only found one size, do you sell multiple sizes?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Henry Henry Yes. Link in description.

[@henryhenry3832]

Mad River Outfitters thank you I’ll order some

[@markward7320]

Hi all the guys at MRO. the videos are very useful. These clips are a copy of those made by mustad, which have been around for a long time. The mustad ones are cheaper and you get 25 in a pack.

[@Bikewer]

I haven’t fly-fished for around 50 years, and can remember when we had to painfully tie our own tapered leaders... Using “blood” knots to connect progressively-smaller diameter mono (there were suggested weights and lengths) down to your final diameter. The introduction of factory-made tapered leaders was a godsend. At my age (73), I find SEEING the fine tippet and tiny hook loops difficult enough... Looks like these clips are a must-buy.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They are a big help to many. Thanks for being here.

[@paulisemonger280]

I have taken up fly fishing at the age of 69. This one simple tip is transforming my fishing from frustrating to highly enjoyable. Early stage cataracts are now not a problem. Nice one buddy!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Happy it could help. Welcome to the sport and thanks for watching!

[@Hi-di6fd]

I like this not just for the fact of saving Tippett. But being able to change streamers super fast will be awesome

[@Madriveroutfitters]

recipe 4 recovery For sure another benefit.

[@andreasherbeck9230]

Hi, my name is Andreas and I live in Heidelberg (Germany). I would like to express my appreciation here. I have seen all your videos, and I am always happy when a new video comes. Since I do not speak English very well, it is particularly valuable if the questions are displayed in writing. Please continue to do so much, very good posts. tight lines

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Appreciate you being here! Stay tuned, much more to come.

[@garrett798]

did you used to fish the Nagold with some americans dave, terry...?

[@jamesandjackieretimana1432]

You just cleared something I've Been wondering about for ages about yousing normal leader line instead of a fly leader thank you very much you explained it well

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Happy to help and thanks for watching.

[@uzername1nvalid]

I just recently stumbled across your channel. I've been fishing all of my life, but never fly fishing, yet I've always been intrigued by it. Thanks to your channel, you are teaching me a different world of fishing and I can't wait to continue to learn about it. Thank you!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here! Honored to help. Stay tuned!!!

[@ronaldfisher5093]

Thanks Brian, This will be real helpful as I'm one of the fly fishers with a tremor and poor eyesight.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad to help. Stay tuned.

[@v8sserieschevy917]

I want to learn fly fishing so bad, but I don't even know what half these words referred to.. 😳 watching all your content. Thanks much guys I appreciate your effort at schooling us.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Watch this series and it should help out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qIuoqoKopb6sp6c

[@v8sserieschevy917]

@@Madriveroutfitters just watched them all this morning with my boy. Thanks

[@hig4s]

I have fly clips in my tackle box, and have kept some there as long as I can remember. We used the clips back when my dad first taught me to fly fish over 50 years ago. I had not heard about the twists and will have to get some.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They are great for larger flies!!! We'd be happy to send you some.

[@Muleeardave]

I was glad I found this video I have been using the clips for years and I have never seen anyone else doing it I mostly fish for Bass and they work great.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here. Yes, they are great for bass.

[@8ballprowler799]

I've used fly clips this year, since I started back fly fishing after a 32 year break. I swear by them. That along with a 10 foot hand made furled leaders with a 5-6 foot tippet. The presentation is awesome.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Cool. Thanks for sharing and for watching.

[@TieitAndFlyit]

Hand made furled leader?

[@Christiantoney1]

This is a LITERAL life saver! Thanks Brian!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@unionse7en]

Please share how it literally saved your life. Sounds interesting. ;-)

[@kaargh6924]

@@unionse7en I'd like to hear that story too!!

[@alvarjaime1]

@@kaargh6924 there was this one time he was fishing, and he saved about 10 mins all together in swapping flies. Then he drove home. At home, he saw on the tv news that on the intersection he was at earlier, there was a huge accident, involving multiple cars, 10 mins after he passed it. If he woulda been there 10 mins later, cause of tying instead of swapping, he would have been in that accident. Idk.. It can LITERALLY save someones life. lol

[@mainemonty]

Literally?

[@11362mem]

Brian, You and I had a rather lengthy conversation about these and you didn’t seem to think much of them because you said you had no problem seeing and tying knots. I’m glad you followed up with a video. At the time (8/26/19) the clips would not show up on your website when doing a search. The gentleman I spoke to at MRO said he would try to get it fixed. I’m hoping it has been resolved as I plan to place an order soon. Best Regards, MM

[@Madriveroutfitters]

There are links in the video description to take you right to them on the website. Selling like hotcakes here today so all set.

[@jaykotsko2286]

I am brand new to fly fishing and I am absolutely in love with the sport. This video has saved me a ton of time. I dont mind tying each fly as I go, I've actually gotten pretty quick at it. However, this is very convenient!! Thank you!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@panoramix2656]

just watched this video, and i was realy stuned, the sympathetic fellow who pops up and says wauw, he is a belgian singer who was kind of fameous and colorful figure over here, its a smal world after al folks:-)

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here.

[@waqup4054]

From personal experience the clips are excellent for those of us who have fine motor skill issues and I've been using clips now for about 35yrs. The only criticism I have is that I loose a lot of flies with the pinch clip.The twist clip though Iv'e never lost a fly with. so there is my review for what it's worth. Thank you for sharing so freely your knowledge and experience really appreciate it.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for sharing and thanks for being here.

[@gamingwhitantares2230]

I love using both those clips on all the spinners I make and buy as well along with the ultra light crankbaits I use for trout and panfish. Thank you again for your tips.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@SoopahShieny]

Thank you for making these videos! I'm still new to fly fishing and I really appreciate your tutorials and sharing your vast knowledge! Thank you Brian!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here and please stay tuned.

[@Francois_Dupont]

ice fishing too! very good when you dont want to hang around for long at -20C without glove trying to tie a good knot each time you change lure. just snip snap and its done. it also permit the lure to move freely and its godly for jigging.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for the input!

[@DonDonTurns]

Thanks again. Everything I needed to know, and then some! BTW, nice touch at 1:28!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching!!!

[@jimmynoname4089]

I found these when i was 16 at Kmart. I hated them for dry fly as it weighed them down, but for a streamer i loved them as they added a touch of weight.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Cool! Thanks for watching.

[@jimmynoname4089]

@@Madriveroutfitters i was not aware of a fly fishing shop here in ohio and only a hour away... looks like I’ll stop in soon!

[@Merchaunn]

I've been looking at these on the shelves and was always hesitant about putting something like that in front of a fly. Thanks for the good information like always!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@stetsonlusk7166]

I've been looking for something like this. I feel like I send more time putting a new fly on than fishing. Thanks!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@YukonMik]

Thank you so much for producing these videos. I have gone from fly fishing strictly grayling to pike and now lake trout.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@lelandmason5760]

You guys are great and the editing for your vids is awesome 😂

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks so much. We appreciate that.

[@brucebarnes9138]

Going to have to try those I often wondered about that

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They can be a very helpful item.

[@26000095]

I asked this question before and forgot to send it in via email Glad it’s getting answered now!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching!

[@JohnWeggo]

Great video as always. Love the series. I only use the fast clips on my titanium wire for (big) pike fishing. And sometime for the occasion bass that comes around. Keep up the great work and tight lines 🎣 Greeting from the Netherlands.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

john wagtho Thanks for watching.

[@kimbalgoeke7998]

Thanks a ton! I recently came across those clips and was wondering the same thing. Being pretty new to fly fishing, your videos have been extremely helpful navigating the rather large learning curve, and I appreciate your humor as well! Thanks again!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@thirpg2]

Here in Brazil it's pretty standard to use clips when baitcasting and/or Fly Fishing. Most commonly the lock snaps. It just saves a lot of time, saves your leader and you'll be able to walk around carrying only a small box of flies/lures and a single fishing rod.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Exactly. That's the idea. Thanks for sharing and hope all is well in Brazil. We hope to be there soon.

[@dandjballard]

Thanks Brian. I love the clips. I have all three sizes also, but mostly just use the small ones. Impressively strong. On one of my rods, my set up is strictly a dropped set up and the clips totally changes the game. Thanks as always for your vids 😁

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Happy to help.

[@pgcrouch]

Love this video. I got some of those little clips in a combo starter pack and had no idea what they were for. Now i do. I love your channel!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad to help. Stay tuned.

[@kevinb314]

I'm new to fly fishing and going to go for Bass and bluegill soon. This would be super handy! I had no idea these existed for fly fishing. I had my first successful day in a small pond (occasionally stocked) with a trout and a pretty good sized catfish! I've officially caught the bug, and partly due to your awesome videos! Thanks a bunch!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Kevin B These are great in certain situations. Thanks for being here and please stay tuned.

[@braddavis6831]

Had this very same question. So glad this video popped up. Will be looking at your website for them. Thanks Brian!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad to help. Stay tuned.

[@davidleimeister5027]

MRO and RIO i have hand tremors and have pretty much given up on fly fishing because I couldn't tie a decent knot. Stay safe!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Hope this helps a bunch! Stay tuned.

[@farmerbob4554]

Thanks for the informative video. I really like the fly clips for streamers as opposed to tying a loop knot. I’ve just become a fan!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They work that's for sure.

[@midisax]

Great video for us old folks!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@petekeener8943]

Just ordered some fly clips! Have wished for a long time that had something like the swivel snaps used in pole fishing. Thanks

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and thanks for the support.

[@petekeener8943]

@@Madriveroutfitters ❤

[@dabear7335]

I saw these Amazon and was interested but wasn't sure about them. Thanks for the info!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Better to buy them from a real fly shop eh? Thanks for watching.

[@dabear7335]

@@Madriveroutfitters They just came across my feed, I wondered if they were for trout fishing. You answered that, so I wont be in the market for them.

[@AcerArlo]

As a beginner I love your videos

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks so much.

[@therusfosterson238]

It actually starts at 4:20. You are welcome. To the host: not sure all the reading of letters adds much value, especially several minutes worth. Going thru the mail is not the reason I watch your videos. Thanks for the great learning you share.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks but you are free to not watch the Q & A Series. That's kinda the whole concept of them.

[@dylancrouch273]

I love it. Do it right or don't do it at all.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Always.

[@kathleenwoodcock3015]

Hi Brian, hate to disappoint you but in the UK we use straight tip it anything from 9 foot to 20 foot to present a team of flies on Stillwater. Regards John

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Think of how much better your casting could be if you used a proper leader!

[@Jonah-m2o]

Thanks but he kept saying sunfish,bass,and saltwater species, so I assumed it was too big for trout flys, thank you so much! I love your videos so much!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Can be used on any fly that you want. Maybe that's what he uses them for? Feel free to call him or e-mail him at the shop if any further questions.

[@livinglife69]

​@Madriveroutfitters I have a bunch of small trout flies that these won't work on. Their to big in diameter. I have bigger flies for lake fishing which work fine. Great for changing lures though. I'll let you guys know how it goes at Eagle Nest Lake in New Mexico in a couple weeks.

[@kellyphillips4404]

This is great information,... I need to order some of these., Some times in the Summer I go from dry flies to Poppers

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Happy to help. Thanks for watching.

[@tomb1198]

I use these clips for streamers and Lures when trolling in my kayak for trout. Makes it easy to change to something different without retying.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Agreed. Thanks for being here.

[@farmerbob4554]

Those clips are great for streamers. Tying a loop knot when changing streamers is total pain in the neck. When I started fly fishing (on a budget) I couldn’t afford tapered leaders so at the time most of us made our own by knotting together 30 lb, 15 lb 10lb and 6lb. for instance. Blood knots used are small and hold well. Best way I know of on the cheap. That said you can get tapered leaders these days that are pretty inexpensive.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Still better to tie your own but make sure you are focusing on stiffness and diameter and not the lb test.

[@williamfitch1137]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge Brian! It really helps me out! I have 1940s Oren- O-Matic fly reel I want to try out! I wonder in your next video for attaching a flyline could you bring it in closer so I can see it! Thanks Brian!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and feel free to call or e-mail Brian directly. He’s always happy to help.

[@kendavy57]

When I travel to Ontario to fish for trophy smallmouth, there is always the chance my flies may get slammed and stolen by a passing northern pike, so I often use bite wire. To avoid having to constantly re-tie the wire, I set up the wire with a loop at the end with a small cross-lock snap. I used fly snaps the first year and found that the heavy leaders and large fish were pretty rough on them. Most of them ended up at least deformed, if not almost straightened. The cross-locks bore the strain much better.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@davidfarmer6988]

This is what I was wondering and you answered it yea I’m ordering some now

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and for the support.

[@aaronsoto6305]

I remember these clips from many years ago (early 80"s). Question: I like to fly fish a lot for bluegill (top water) with foam spiders or tiny poppers. Will the extra metal (and weight) drag them under?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Should not drag them under. Feel free to call or e-mail the shop directly though if they can clarify further.

[@russelllieser4226]

I have been using Rio Tipit rings. Helps also.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Certainly can. Thanks for sharing.

[@evantrushel2317]

wow this channel is so great I didn't even realize it was in Ohio this is going to help me so much thank you

[@Madriveroutfitters]

We are in fact based in Columbus, Ohio. Glad you are enjoying.

[@mainemonty]

What's the trick to the fly clips..I need to use a huge amount of force (for me ;) ) to take them off and on...any tips

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please contact Brian directly at the shop and he'll be happy to help. You can e-mail him or call him. He doesn't monitor the comments here but does of course work at the shop every day. Thanks!!!

[@farmfishandfreedom2933]

Yes this is exactly what I’ve needed

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad to help.

[@paulobainz1210]

Snaps are a good idea, and I've used them in the past, but not without cons. Changing fly in cold weather becomes a pain, literally. I've not lost flies on the cast before using these snaps.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@webpqk7116]

this is awesome thank you for the no clip tip

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching and please stay tuned.

[@mattjones6230]

Hi Brian I'm just getting back into fly fishing after 15 years I've went through alot of leader trying different flies around lakes and streams in WA state. I was wondering do the fly clips and twist clips work good for trout fishing in lakes and streams too? cause in your video you say more for pike or musky.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

You can certainly give them a try!

[@brettd530]

How well do these clips work with dry flies? Do they add to much weight and make the flies sink or not to bad?? Thanks

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Yes, they do add weight and are best for sinking flies or streamers.

[@davidfarmer6988]

I think this is awesome just what I plan on using as it’s getting harder for my finger to be nimble you know all thumbs

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Glad to be of service!

[@stevej6552]

Thought about using these but not sure how well they would work with nymphs or dry flies. Plus your limited to size 16 and up.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Not typically recommended for trout flies, especially dry.

[@GeezerDust]

I've had the same question for years. Thank you, Thank you.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here.

[@thebigroy]

I'm very new to fly fishing. Definitely use your channel as my main teacher. The fly clips are sort of equivalent to the snap swivels for easy change out on spinner lures on spin reels. They save a ton of time but I find the snap swivels really mess with the presentation of the spinner so don't use them. I'm wondering if the fly clip also can mess with or alter the presentation of the fly when you do stripping? I love the time saver but curious if the fly clips hinders the fly presentation. Thank you.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Best to contact the shop with questions like that. You can give a call or e-mail and they will be happy to help.

[@theflyestadventures]

You know I was basically waiting for this video before buying some quick change clips. I got some cheap ones a while back and they were AWFUL. Off to the store to get some Rios!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Plenty in stock. Will look for the order!!! Thanks for the support.

[@johnkeagy9433]

When we are fishing for striped bass in California delta we use 4 feet of 10 or 15 pound mono. Casting 4" TO 6" Clouser minnows or jigs that have enough weight to turn leader over. Stripers are not leader shy.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

But what is the diameter and stiffness? The lb test has nothing to do with it.

[@johnkeagy9433]

@@Madriveroutfitters whatever is in the drawer. This is not finesse fishing, Cast 80 feet to the levee and rip it back as fast as you can. Most fish in 2 to 5 pound with occasional 20 plus.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

John Keagy If you would speak English it would help all of us to understand what you are trying to say. Thanks.

[@bobbygaitros8037]

So I tie my own tippet and seems to work out ok, u use flourcabon, 20lb off the fly line the my mid section is 14lb, then my tippit is 8lb, I make a 9ft leader out of the 3 lines, the only line I have to change is my 8lb line once it gets too short. Will this give be the same effect as a tapered line?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Bobby Gaitros Please send this question over to Brian at the shop via email. He’ll get you answered there. Thanks.

[@chriskodani2543]

Tying your own leaders opens up the possibility for customization! To help me see where my cast is going, I like to tie in a yellow mid section (Stren’s Hi Vis Gold). It also helps me detect bites. I imagine you could also use Zebco’s Cajun Red for visibility in different lighting conditions. Some species might be scared away by bright colors, but I suspect that panfish like bluegills and crappie might even be attracted to some colors of line.

[@JLPerez90]

Great video thanks as always!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@jamescooper2618]

Very cool! Thanks for this!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@thorak4]

I use 5x for river trout and this seeems like a great solution for quick changes. What size would you recommend for dry flies for trout? Or is this more of a sinker only application?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

The size recommendations are listed on the product descriptions on our website. Feel free to contact the shop directly with any further questions. Thanks.

[@jakeschuberg4705]

Thanks as always for great tips!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

We appreciate you being here and please stay tuned.

[@michaelcirivello9132]

Just watched this video and was curious if you had a way to save tippet and leader lengths when you are fishing size 20 and 24 flies like we use on the gold medal parts of the San Juan river. These giant trout see so many flies all day long the bigger stuff does not work! Thanks!!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Please send your questions over to the shop and they will be happy to help.

[@jonbraden5945]

Saw the clips on wish app and was sure it was a junk scam no way iit would work. But after your video i think I will give the official Rio clips a try because i fish for bass in lakes and towards the evening it gets hard to see to tie new flys on. Thanks for the review.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. We'll look for the order and thanks for the support.

[@jonbraden5945]

Nah im local I will stop in next time im up that way. If your sold out I will order them then. :)

[@srcesq]

Thanks for the video...what sizes do they come in?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Scott Cohen Link in the description?

[@hap5121]

Love your video & explanation on Fly Clips. My question is can you use the fly clip for size 18, 20, & 22 & if so what would you recomend for fly clip size ? Thanks for your response !

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Please send your questions over to the shop as he suggests here and they will be happy to help. You can e-mail or call them direct.

[@eugenejugdeo7374]

Hi Brian instead of a fly clip can you use the clips that one uses for carp fishing i have quite a few of these clips very new to fly fishing

[@eugenejugdeo7374]

Snap swivel

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Give it a try and see what you think?

[@Numl0k]

Are these relevant in the dry fly world? Or are they going to affect the flotation too much?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

@@Numl0k Pretty sure he addresses this in the video? If not, feel free to give him a call. He’s always happy to help!

[@jamesdunn9714]

Thanks! I will check these clips out.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

James Dunn Big help to many!

[@NaBaronLes]

I've come from a regular fishing background and I just decided to put a regular swivel clip (is that what they're called?) on. Is that basically the same thing? Should I get ones made for fly fishing?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Not sure what a swivel clip is but if it works, don't see where you need to buy anything special. Feel free to call the folks at the shop though if any further questions or need further clarification.

[@riggedanthony9207]

Can you use them for trout fishing

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Sure. You can.

[@bionicsjw]

Because I severe arthritis in my hands I have trouble tying knots. These sound great but what about for trout. I live in Virginia and don’t get many opportunities to trout fish unless I go back to my home state of Colorado. Also are these okay for droppers such as a nymph under a dry fly. I’ve had guided trips and it’s usually a good size caddis with a nymph on a dropper.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Give it a try. Sounds like the benfits will outweigh for you.

[@angussoutter7824]

😱 i do on a double handed fly rod when using tube flys, it’s a short leader rather than long

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@isaiahstillmanlpn6245]

Would these clips work with steelhead flies? Especially because they almost act as a loop knot? Only ask because this time of year, its super cold on the river and would be nice.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Sure thing. Give it a shot. They can be wildly helpful for this.

[@archades54]

can you get flies that can catch live bait like sardines for a spin rod? And what size hook and popper would you recommend for a fish called whiting in Australia? Dunno if you have them there, normal hook size would probably be a 4 circle hook. They have smaller mouths and like prawns. And what size tippet and leader for a 6wt for whiting? Thanks

[@Madriveroutfitters]

As he states here, please send those questions to [e-mail] and they will respond there. Thanks!

[@archades54]

@@Madriveroutfitters Thanks, just sent some questions through.

[@rsantos627]

What about the barrel swivel clips?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

A review coming on those as well. Stay tuned.

[@herman58100]

How do they work for dries? I am thinking a metal clip may weigh down the fly...

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please send your questions directly to the shop via phone or email and they will be happy to help. Thanks.

[@robertwilcken8431]

So I'm guessing this clip is not for trout. Rocky Mountain national park trout, or will they work? Picky trout so wondering if the clip will scare them away?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Not usually recommended/needed for trout fishing but you can certainly try if you like.

[@johnnylightning1491]

Just wondering if the additional weight affects the balance/action of the fly?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Probably so.

[@billrafferty9422]

Im the tremor half blind guy. Great option!

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for being here. Hope it helps.

[@LukeAndrewFlint]

Would it make your fly much heavier and need heavier tippet? And what about leader shy fish would they not see it?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Please send your questions directly over to Brian at the shop and he'll get right back to you. You can e-mail him or call him.

[@JosephSantiesteban-w2r]

Why only warm water, would they not be effective for winter steelhead?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching. Please send your questions directly to Brian at the shop and he’ll be happy to answer. You can email him or call him.

[@iamhistory]

How small of a fly size would you suggest these are limited to. I've been thinking about these for a while but I've been torn on how small of a fly I could go down to before these would be a hindrance on the fly effectiveness. I'm thinking I could still have an effective fly to maybe down to a size 14 or so, but on a midge it probably wouldn't be a good idea. Thoughts?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Please contact the shop directly and they will be happy to help with this. E-mail or call. Thanks.

[@mikegardner3749]

Enjoyed vid on fly clips.also i find tippit rings.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching.

[@TheSavagederek]

I use these and they make changing flies so much easier . Do you think they may put fish off ?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Pretty sure he would not make a video if he thought that. Feel free to contact him at the shop though if you need further clarification.

[@mr.b5583]

Can we use the same technique for changing dry flies? my assumption is the clips will add more weight to the fly and could possibly sink it a little bit. Am I wrong?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Pretty sure he addresses that here in the video but he's not a fan for dry flies. You stated it exactly why.

[@KrusinwithKamper]

Beginner question.....can these rio clips be used for dry flies?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Can be used for virtually any fly that you want.

[@davidrosset8930]

I always enjoy your videos. I don't think that you want to use those clips when dry fly fishing for trout.

[@Madriveroutfitters]

David Rosset Correct. As stated.

[@Jonah-m2o]

I'm from Missouri so I mostly fish for trout,and from what I heard its not the best for trout?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

They can be used for most any fly. Think he addresses this in the video?

[@lukewoods9386]

I had a question i hope someone can answer im a beginner fly fisher and ive seen people strip fish in and also people reel them in on fly poles. When do you do which

[@Madriveroutfitters]

Thanks for watching but please send questions over to the shop at [e-mail]. They can help you there.

[@boogdy93]

Can these clippers be used on a dry fly, or is there a great chance for the clippers to sink the fly?

[@Madriveroutfitters]

As he states here, they are not recommended for dries but you can certainly try. Many folks do.

[@boogdy93]

@@Madriveroutfitters thanks for your quick reply. Great content, like always.