Tips 81 - 85 of the Little Red Book of Fly Fishing
More tips from the Little Red Book of Fly Fishing! This time it is Tips 81 - 85.
Followed by a brief recap of the Total Eclipse, local pond fishing with the Micro Popper Lure, and a longer session where I fish a Bead Chain Damsel Fishing Fly for Bass at another local pond!
Fun stuff, video version is posted on our YouTube Channel. But, for you audio listeners, here is the audio podcast for you!
This round it is more Fishing Ramblings but instead of Friday, we broadcasted on Sunday!
Open forum where I started talking about 3D Printing and Micro Lures to use for Bait Finesse Systems Fishing.
But, then answered questions about fishing and other fishing related things. Was a good time with a little Voodoo Ranger IPA to keep yours truly in a chill mood.
Even had Charlie - the Maltese Doggy, asserting his authority in the background at times.
Do check out the Podcast, and stay tuned for more!
More of the Little Red Book of Fly Fishing Series. This round we talk about Tips 71 through 75 of the book.
Plus I provide fishing updates from last Saturday's TRWD Flyfest, and then follow with talking about recent video snippets of two fishing flies and upcoming Kayak Fishing plans.
This round we talk Friday Fishing Ramblings on the eve of TRWD Flyfest.
TRWD Flyfest is a fly fishing event hosted by the Tarrant Regional Water District on the banks of the Trinity River near the Acme Brick Company headquarters.
It's free, it's fun, and there are some big trout to be caught in the River! We plan to be there tomorrow, and if all goes well, livestream the event for those unable to participate.
Do check out the Podcast, and stay tuned for more!
This round we talk more Bait Finesse Systems Fishing but focused more on what we have observed while using this technique in 2024.
So far, three limits of trout were caught fishing with BFS Gear. And, I restocked my lure making supplies as I was running short on inline spinner components.
I also made a simple blade lure from sheet brass and a single split shot. Prior to the Podcast, I caught two Bass with it and lost a third one that threw the hook.
Do check out the Podcast, and stay tuned for more!
This round we talk more about Bait Finesse Systems Fishing aka Ultralight Baitcasting plus some happenings in our area related to trout fishing and more!
Of note are trout derbies and stockings in our county and fly fishing events in the DFW Metroplex.
Do check out the podcast, and do reach out if you have questions on Bait Finesse Systems Fishing and the setups we use!
This round we talk about Bait Finesse Systems Fishing aka Ultralight Baitcasting.
It's a fishing technique that focuses on light lures and the ability to cast them using specially designed baitcasting reels that can cast a 1/16oz or less lure.
Do check out the podcast, and do reach out if you have questions on Bait Finesse Systems Fishing and the setups we use!
Another episode in the Little Red Book of Fly Fishing Series. This round we talk about Tips 51 through 55 of the book.
Part Two emphasizes the fly presentation and tips for getting trout to strike. Last episode we discussed the Dead Drift, High-Stick Nymphing, the Whole Nine Feet, Mending Your Ways, and Finding Your Mark.
This time we review the Swing, Doing the Continental, Weighty Matters Parts 1 thru 3!
This round we talk about GoPro livestreaming setups - specifically, the GoPro Hero 8 and key items that allow hours of live action without risk of losing connection, running out of battery, or memory!
Do check it out and do reach out if you have questions on the setup we use for our livestreams!
Another in the Reel Cast Fishing Podcast with yours truly rambling on about fishing and what to do when it's cold outside. Key take away... stay warm! Do check out the podcast and do check back later when we host the next Let's Talk Fishing episode on GoPro Livestreaming Setups we use for our YouTube Channel!
Closed out the year with a final trip to Waterloo Pond in Denison, TX. Plan was to see if the trout would take a Squirmy Tail Nymph and to capture underwater action with the Water Wolf Camera.
As it turned out, the Trout wanted Dry Flies. Additionally, Trout were wanting PowerBait but needed to make sure the bait stayed above the bottom greenery plus add movement to the presentation.
Been having fun catching fish these past few outings. One pattern in particular seems to be doing well on top water action for Bluegill and Bass.
We started using the Simple Foam Damsel Fly pattern we have used for many years. It has done well for us, but always on the lookout for other patterns to “test”, we began a search for other damsel fly patterns.
We settled on one that called for mono eyes, a tail made of flexible material, hackle, and closed instead of open wings. Not sure what material was used for the tail, we settled on Sparkle Braid and apply Hard As Nails fingernail polish to shape it
We liked the hackle concept and the little bit of foam used for the body but had a hard time with the closed wing made out of a clear material. So, dropping the wing, we created our variant of a Damsel Fly… this one for want of a better name is called “Look Ma No Wings”.
Also, do check out the video of another variant we tested at a local pond. It uses a tail that lasts longer than the foam one, and uses hackle instead of rubber legs for wings. Worked surprisingly well for us!