A bit off topic but an adjustable dry dropper rig caught my eye a few weeks ago. Being able to slide your hopper up and down easily to change depth would a game changer.
@chachareelsmoove yes it bobs, so one would or could call it a bobber. It also indicates strikes so others may call it a strike indicator! weird concept really. What ever you call it, this method can be very effective. Great short video covering the basics for beginners.
Yeah. Same idea. Just changing the length of the tippet between the dropper. Or switching out the nymph for something heavier/lighter. But the framework is the same.
For that you might want to try a Phil Rowley self releasing indicator. I know they work for fishing that deep in Stillwater, have never tried it on a river though.
They quick release work well for deeper river. A bit clunkier hitting the water but you r fishing deeper anyways. I've used the small 1/2" in 3-4ft water when all I had with me and catch fish no problem.
I thank myself every time I fish nymphs that I have never added a bobber to my fly line. I learned as a child, fishing for minnows with a spinning rod, using corn for bait, weightless. Taught me much about judging water current speed, sink speed of bait, detecting light takes, etc. Transition to fly rod nymphing was pretty easy.
"I thank myself every time I fish nymphs that I have never added a bobber to my fly line." well, you don't add it to your fly line, you add it to your leader, but ok lol.
So how is a strike indicator different from just fishing with a line tied to a cane pole with one of those little red and white bobbers? Seriously. Is this still fly fishing? If you use a bobber?
@@venturesflyco I haven’t tried it. Was just pointing out the similarities. When I fish wets, nymphs, and so forth, I just try to watch and feel. Love your videos! Great stuff.
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A bit off topic but an adjustable dry dropper rig caught my eye a few weeks ago. Being able to slide your hopper up and down easily to change depth would a game changer.
Sounds interesting.
Something I’ve always struggled with. Thanks!
It’s been an issue for me forever 😢
Glad you found it helpful!
Well hopefully this solves it! Haha
Thanks for posting. All good info.
I Really appreciate the video thanks
Glad it helped!
The primary purpose of a suspension device is to suspend your fly or flies. There is a secondary benefit to watching your indy for a take.
Good point. Thanks for the insight!
It’s a bobber. No it’s a StRIKe InDicaToR. Lol😂
@chachareelsmoove yes it bobs, so one would or could call it a bobber. It also indicates strikes so others may call it a strike indicator! weird concept really. What ever you call it, this method can be very effective. Great short video covering the basics for beginners.
Same deal with hopper droppers?
Yeah. Same idea. Just changing the length of the tippet between the dropper. Or switching out the nymph for something heavier/lighter. But the framework is the same.
Would you still use an indicator if the river was 10-12 ft deep?
For that you might want to try a Phil Rowley self releasing indicator. I know they work for fishing that deep in Stillwater, have never tried it on a river though.
@@venturesflyco thank you, I will give it a try.
They quick release work well for deeper river. A bit clunkier hitting the water but you r fishing deeper anyways. I've used the small 1/2" in 3-4ft water when all I had with me and catch fish no problem.
I thank myself every time I fish nymphs that I have never added a bobber to my fly line. I learned as a child, fishing for minnows with a spinning rod, using corn for bait, weightless. Taught me much about judging water current speed, sink speed of bait, detecting light takes, etc. Transition to fly rod nymphing was pretty easy.
Do this in long distance or in turbulent water. You wont see any strike without a indicator.
"I thank myself every time I fish nymphs that I have never added a bobber to my fly line." well, you don't add it to your fly line, you add it to your leader, but ok lol.
@@FlyFishingChronicles maybe YOU won't ......
@@250savage In calm glassy water you wil not be able to get close enough to the fish. You will rather spook them.
@@FlyFishingChronicles ok then, if you say so I reckon 😉
So how is a strike indicator different from just fishing with a line tied to a cane pole with one of those little red and white bobbers? Seriously. Is this still fly fishing? If you use a bobber?
Good point. Its a similar approach, but there is a bit more to it. Have you ever had the chance to try it?
@@venturesflyco I haven’t tried it. Was just pointing out the similarities. When I fish wets, nymphs, and so forth, I just try to watch and feel. Love your videos! Great stuff.
I concur