You are getting the depth right but trout keep ignoring your fly. The problem is not your cast or your retrieve. It is size color profile and bead choice. In this episode I show you exactly how to match what trout are actually eating so your presentation gets eaten.
Episode Description:
Most stillwater anglers miss fish because their chironomid does not match the real thing. In this quick tactical breakdown I walk you through how to pick the correct size first then choose the right colours for season and light and finally dial bead material and visibility so your fly sinks at the right speed and stands out in the right way. You will learn a simple decision tree you can use in minutes so you stop guessing and start stacking fish when the midge hatch is on.
Key Topics Covered:
Size wins match silhouette before anything else
Fast on water intel throat pump results and surface shucks
Seasonal and light based color rules spring black and chrome summer naturals fall rust maroon red with adjustments for sun or cloud
Beadheads that serve a purpose silver and nickel for gas bubble look black or matte for pressure and clear water
Tungsten versus brass when to drop fast to bottom and when to cover the water column on the descent
Slim realistic builds that do not overdo ribs gills or flash especially on pressured lakes
Five step tie on process observe shucks match size confirm with pump adjust for conditions pick bead for sink rate and visibility test sizes up or down in short windows
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