Interesting and informative video as always Chris :) If the fish are close in on windy days then there is always the possibility of roll casting to them, weed permitting. Saves getting a hook in you. Totally agree about eye protection. Still too many not taking that seriously, unfortunately.
Thanks David. Yeah the roll cast is very useful, but not on this day. Yeah I always make sure I protect my eyes when fishing in any position with wind that’s a bit dodgy!
Nice one Wullie! Yeah I have had quite a few cracking goldies from there, was too windy to spot them mostly so I was just blind fishing and hit rainbows this time. No complaints, 4 lovely trout. Nothing huge but I love the quality of them. Thanks again for watching! 👍🏻🎣
Hi Chris. I came across a guy using a floss line in the wind very successfully. I don't know if youve come across this method or used it? He was able to place the fly right on the nose.
Hi mate, enjoying the videos. But noticed some flies you used that I’ve never seen or heard of before. So my question is... where are your top 3 go to places for your flies? Cheers 👍🏼
Anonymous G - I tend to buy a small amount of flies that I like from all different places, and then patterns that perform I will tie up myself and add some variations. If there are specific flies you are interested in let me know and I’m happy to recommend where to go, as it really will depend what flies you are after. Cheers 👍🏻
Good content again!! Aye I generally get my 7 WT out and try to keep my loops as tight as possible when it gets a wee bit breezy. Keep em coming! ATB Chris.
Nice video Chris, And a good response, well deserved. I am working on extreme winter fishing video and how too, which should be out next month. Take care mate. Shaun.
One thing I do if you cant avoid having the wind going right to left if your a right-handed caster, or vica versa if left handed, is to turn your back on the lake, cast towards the bank and then flick it back onto the lake on a back cast. If you master it, perfect way to counter it. You can also cope with a sideways wind you can really use it to your advantage to get distance on your casts. Thirdly, use the wind to your advantage use it to drift your flies towards trees, reeds or otherwise 👍
Rob Hart - definitely Rob! I actually thought after posting the vid that I hadn’t mentioned turning around if the winds on your wrong shoulder. Though I don’t think I needed to that day, but I do use that tactic a lot in the wind! Thanks Rob! 👍🏻🎣
Hi. I can't believe I have won something, I was really surprised to see my name being selected, its going to be a great opportunity to try some new flies out. I really appreciate these. Not being very technical on You tube how do I claim these. Regards
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman Cheers I have sent an Email with my details. I of course will let you know how I get on with these. Once again thank you for putting these up and I look forward to further episodes on TH-cam
i fished here years ago when i was a kid because i saw it on an episode of hooked on fishing lol enjoying these videos mate, u ever fish in fife ? i started fishing again last year for the first time since i was 15, been an absolute life changer.
It’s a great fishery, I really like it. I do sometimes fish over fife but not often, so probably haven’t fished most places. Need to make some visits! Nice one mate, nothing like a day out fishing!
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman i highly recommend newton trout fishery at wormit near tayport and lomond hills reservoirs holl and drumain, they are any method but its a great place, going there this evening.
Sean Ferguson - yeah it’s one of my favourites. Nice spot, nice people and well run. Fish quality is key, and they have it. Nice mate, I love catching other species, nice to admire them.
The Trout Fly Fisherman Can I ask, do you teach at all. I’ve been fly fishing for a few years but I am looking for a couple of lessons on casting/dry fly presentation and what types of flies to use?
Hi Sean - I don’t mate no, it’s just a hobby for me and you are better off finding a proper teacher when it comes to casting! I would just teach you my bad habits! Haha. I’m not by any means an expert, but I do pretty well and really just hoping to share tips that will help aimed more at beginner level. I learned most from online, but looking back a casting lesson or two would probably have helped me to improve quicker, so I would definitely recommend that. With dry fly presentation, it’s all about being delicate, and fishing it effectively. Many people fish 2 or 3, but I tend to stick to 2 or even 1. I will try if I can to do a more detailed video focussing on dry fly, and what I do which will hopefully help 👍🏻
The Trout Fly Fisherman Cheers bud, yeah I’ll keep looking to find someone. And that would be great if you get the chance. At the same time will look for you when I’m out fishing. tend to move around to different fisheries. Got a few favourites around here living in Dalgety Bay.
Yeah we can maybe catch up for a cast sometime 👍🏻 what are you favourite places to go? I’m heading to Loganlea on the boat on Saturday I think, I’m waiting to see what the weathers doing though, as can be wild up there! 😂
Yeah Tommy, first time I’ve been where there’s been an issue, but thinking about it I don’t think I’ve been in the height of summer previously so don’t know if this is a common issue each year. They did mention that they were getting a new weed cutting machine, so hopefully they can get it sorted.
Never been to harelaw, it’s funny someone else just said I need to get up there, so will need to plan a visit at some point! Will give you a shout when I’m heading up 👍🏻
Toby Roughton Hi mate heard you had a couple of nice brownies ! I was out last night had 6 dropped 2 and one snapped me good night regardless will see you up there soon 🎣
Enjoyed that. Some good tips. Thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it mate 👍🏻🎣
I haven’t found a better fishing advice video really helps me as a beginner thanks pal
Jn Erceg - thanks mate, glad you found it useful! 👍🏻
as a newbie to this, this video is great.
Thanks mate, glad to hear that 👍🏻🎣
Interesting and informative video as always Chris :) If the fish are close in on windy days then there is always the possibility of roll casting to them, weed permitting. Saves getting a hook in you. Totally agree about eye protection. Still too many not taking that seriously, unfortunately.
Thanks David. Yeah the roll cast is very useful, but not on this day. Yeah I always make sure I protect my eyes when fishing in any position with wind that’s a bit dodgy!
Great vids fella, enjoy them, practical well describes your tactics, tips taken. Keep up the good vids thanks
Thanks Dan, glad you are enjoying them and thanks for watching 👍🏻
Had a few good days on swanswater had a nice goldie at 5+ the tiger trout are great too thanks for the vid Chris look forward as always to your vids 👍
Nice one Wullie! Yeah I have had quite a few cracking goldies from there, was too windy to spot them mostly so I was just blind fishing and hit rainbows this time. No complaints, 4 lovely trout. Nothing huge but I love the quality of them. Thanks again for watching! 👍🏻🎣
Nice video. what kind of rod do you use in this video? brand length and fly line
Hi Chris. I came across a guy using a floss line in the wind very successfully.
I don't know if youve come across this method or used it?
He was able to place the fly right on the nose.
Hi Jim, I have never heard of a floss line no, will need to take a look 👍🏻
Apparently its called "Dapping" Chris.
Hi mate, enjoying the videos. But noticed some flies you used that I’ve never seen or heard of before. So my question is... where are your top 3 go to places for your flies? Cheers 👍🏼
Anonymous G - I tend to buy a small amount of flies that I like from all different places, and then patterns that perform I will tie up myself and add some variations. If there are specific flies you are interested in let me know and I’m happy to recommend where to go, as it really will depend what flies you are after. Cheers 👍🏻
Good content again!!
Aye I generally get my 7 WT out and try to keep my loops as tight as possible when it gets a wee bit breezy.
Keep em coming!
ATB Chris.
It’s got to be done mate eh, makes life easier! Thanks Chris, appreciate it 👍🏻
Like 10 top Video. Lg von Luca B und Luca S und Milan die Angler.🎣 🐟.petri 👍
Thanks mate 👍🏻🎣
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman yes gladly! Lg die Angler.🎣 🐟.petri 👍
Nice video Chris, And a good response, well deserved. I am working on extreme winter fishing video and how too, which should be out next month. Take care mate. Shaun.
Shaun Fishes - thanks Shaun, and look forward to your new video 👍🏻
One thing I do if you cant avoid having the wind going right to left if your a right-handed caster, or vica versa if left handed, is to turn your back on the lake, cast towards the bank and then flick it back onto the lake on a back cast. If you master it, perfect way to counter it.
You can also cope with a sideways wind you can really use it to your advantage to get distance on your casts.
Thirdly, use the wind to your advantage use it to drift your flies towards trees, reeds or otherwise 👍
Rob Hart - definitely Rob! I actually thought after posting the vid that I hadn’t mentioned turning around if the winds on your wrong shoulder. Though I don’t think I needed to that day, but I do use that tactic a lot in the wind!
Thanks Rob! 👍🏻🎣
Hi. I can't believe I have won something, I was really surprised to see my name being selected, its going to be a great opportunity to try some new flies out. I really appreciate these. Not being very technical on You tube how do I claim these. Regards
Geoff Screen - drop me a note of your details to thetroutflyfisherman@gmail.com and I will get these posted out to you. Well done! 👍🏻🎣
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman Cheers I have sent an Email with my details. I of course will let you know how I get on with these. Once again thank you for putting these up and I look forward to further episodes on TH-cam
What are the permit prices fly wize
i fished here years ago when i was a kid because i saw it on an episode of hooked on fishing lol enjoying these videos mate, u ever fish in fife ? i started fishing again last year for the first time since i was 15, been an absolute life changer.
It’s a great fishery, I really like it. I do sometimes fish over fife but not often, so probably haven’t fished most places. Need to make some visits! Nice one mate, nothing like a day out fishing!
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman i highly recommend newton trout fishery at wormit near tayport and lomond hills reservoirs holl and drumain, they are any method but its a great place, going there this evening.
Trout Pursuit - thanks mate, will check them out! 👍🏻🎣
Been to swanswater 3 times when I was ~15,25,35 years old blanked all 3 times across 20 years 😂
Actually went last week to Swanswater, nice place, friendly folk and I actually caught a small wild brownie and a small perch.
Sean Ferguson - yeah it’s one of my favourites. Nice spot, nice people and well run. Fish quality is key, and they have it. Nice mate, I love catching other species, nice to admire them.
The Trout Fly Fisherman Can I ask, do you teach at all. I’ve been fly fishing for a few years but I am looking for a couple of lessons on casting/dry fly presentation and what types of flies to use?
Hi Sean - I don’t mate no, it’s just a hobby for me and you are better off finding a proper teacher when it comes to casting! I would just teach you my bad habits! Haha. I’m not by any means an expert, but I do pretty well and really just hoping to share tips that will help aimed more at beginner level. I learned most from online, but looking back a casting lesson or two would probably have helped me to improve quicker, so I would definitely recommend that. With dry fly presentation, it’s all about being delicate, and fishing it effectively. Many people fish 2 or 3, but I tend to stick to 2 or even 1. I will try if I can to do a more detailed video focussing on dry fly, and what I do which will hopefully help 👍🏻
The Trout Fly Fisherman Cheers bud, yeah I’ll keep looking to find someone. And that would be great if you get the chance. At the same time will look for you when I’m out fishing. tend to move around to different fisheries. Got a few favourites around here living in Dalgety Bay.
Yeah we can maybe catch up for a cast sometime 👍🏻 what are you favourite places to go? I’m heading to Loganlea on the boat on Saturday I think, I’m waiting to see what the weathers doing though, as can be wild up there! 😂
Still the best fishery in Scotland bar none
Fish follow the wind
Heres a tip pack up and go to the pub 👍
Excellent tip!! 🍻
Nice fishery but definitely needs more weed control
Yeah Tommy, first time I’ve been where there’s been an issue, but thinking about it I don’t think I’ve been in the height of summer previously so don’t know if this is a common issue each year. They did mention that they were getting a new weed cutting machine, so hopefully they can get it sorted.
Cast side wards helps me when winds in your face mate
Yep definitely Alan, i couldn’t due to vegetation in some spots. I often turn around too if the winds in my face, and release on back cast 👍🏻
Also just use one fly in the wind as you keep getting knots and tangles mate
Would love to get you up to harelaw on the boat on the dries some time
Never been to harelaw, it’s funny someone else just said I need to get up there, so will need to plan a visit at some point! Will give you a shout when I’m heading up 👍🏻
The Trout Fly Fisherman sounds good
Toby Roughton Hi Toby I mentioned Harelaw on the last vid Chris done lol I have a season ticket 👍
Wullie Mcallister I don’t have a season ticket but fish it basically once or twice every week love the place my home water
Toby Roughton Hi mate heard you had a couple of nice brownies ! I was out last night had 6 dropped 2 and one snapped me good night regardless will see you up there soon 🎣
My local water cracken place
Really is - one of my favourite small waters. The fish are always good quality 👍🏻
@@TheTroutFlyFisherman hopefully see you up there 1 day 👍🏻