/r/flyfishing

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This is a subreddit for fly anglers of any age and experience level, from any walk of life or lifestyle. If you pursue fish with fly tackle (or want to), you're welcome here. Some of us chase brook trout on bluelines with ultralight rods; others prefer streamers or dries or dynamic nymphing techniques. Many of us use double-handed rods for steelhead, have a chronic permit problem, or chase tarpon or even billfish on heavier gear. Read, research, query, contribute, brag - all are welcome here!

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Questions about anything from starting out to progressing? Check here first!


Fly Fishing

This is a subreddit for anglers who pursue, or wish to pursue, their favorite fish on fly rods. Whether you fly fish a 2wt on small creeks for brook trout, a 14' 9wt for Steelhead or Atlantic Salmon, or Tarpon on a 12wt; your contributions and questions will be welcomed and appreciated!


Subreddit rules:

We moderate this sub very lightly in order to encourage more content. We have begun to put together some guidelines in order to help improve the quality of the content, however. All new rules are at request of the community, and not the moderators' own wishes. But, as with all things reddit, please follow reddiqutte. If you are a jerk, you can be banned without warning.

  • This means, do not be rude, crude or socially unacceptable towards other users. If you see someone violating this rule, report them and send us a modmail. Do not engage with trolls.

Here are some guidelines to post here:

  • Respect the fish, the water, and the land.

  • Always follow your local laws and regulations.

  • Use the search feature before asking a question.

  • Use proper handling and proper release methods.

  • Posts must have some substance. We all appreciate pictures of your catch, but help foster discussion and education of others by giving some details.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Questions about anything from starting out to progressing? Check here first!

Waders: The most commonly asked about fly fishing accessory


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Relevant Subreddits

/r/flytying

/r/flyswap

/r/fishing

/r/offshorefishing

/r/Outdoors

/r/tacklebox

/r/troutfishing (all tackle allowed)

/r/flygear


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My first #18 Midge

Made with a handmade hook and tinsel

1 Comment
2024/12/03
08:21 UTC

4

Behold my first #18 nymph. Can't wait until next year, there's fish to be caught.

4 Comments
2024/12/03
06:46 UTC

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Can't find #18s anywhere, made my own.

I remembered that cold water slows fish metabolism, which is why I was using all of my fall flies when fish are going after large prey and not catching anything. So I'm making a winter collection of tiny flies. I enjoyed my 8 hours in this years retirement though.

0 Comments
2024/12/03
06:15 UTC

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River Monster

Brooks Range AK

1 Comment
2024/12/03
06:00 UTC

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Crappie fishing in Indiana.

I am looking for places to fish for crappie that’s available to the public. Too many of the waters near Indy are private and not accessible. I appreciate any recommendations.

0 Comments
2024/12/02
22:53 UTC

117

I heard we're posting creek chubs.

This was probably the only time I've ever caught the largest fish in the hole.

16 Comments
2024/12/02
23:01 UTC

1

Where to stay on Lake Taneycomo or Norfork in Missouri for wade fishing? Next week!!

We have short notice that we will have a week off next week. Never fished in Missouri, just looking for a quiet place that is cheap to stay near where we can fish. Two adults, two teen boys and one dog. A kitchen would be nice, but we have stayed in hotels for a week and lived out of a crockpot and microwave.

Honestly it could be anywhere in Southern Missouri, or in Arkansas. I'm trying to book today. Thank you!

Fly shop recommendations would be nice too, so we can go buy flies before we hit the water.

4 Comments
2024/12/02
21:51 UTC

123

Speckled Trout

The creek by my house was on fire today. Landed 20+ trout, but this one was my consolation prize after I was a dummy and tried to land a 25 inch trout without a net. Lesson learned, netted this one.

Rod is a 9.5 foot, 6 wt Reddington Vice paired with Lamson Liquid Max, and Bermuda Triangle taper shorts floating line. Fly was a Supreme Hair Shrimp in white size 4.

6 Comments
2024/12/02
20:38 UTC

1

Cast length

Realizing accuracy is most important, is a 60-70 ft cast on a 6 weight in my neighborhood park more towards novice or intermediate?

0 Comments
2024/12/01
21:51 UTC

1

Split shot-underwater photography

Hello, If there is some fly fishing photographer here and i know there is, what focal length do you usually use for your split shot, fish shot or underwater. I mean inside a housing or a outex etc. I use a 20mm until now but I heard the wider the better, what do you think ? Thanks

0 Comments
2024/12/02
18:49 UTC

1

Wader repair?

Hi Is wader repair kit really just shoe goo?

I have both neoprene and standard types.

Thanks

4 Comments
2024/12/02
19:27 UTC

1

Need helf identifying a rod

Only markings on it are 195 6'6"

0 Comments
2024/12/01
23:57 UTC

1

Upstate Ny flyfishing

Hello fishermen. I started river trout fishing this summer in the Montreal area ang i got obsessed with it. Fishing has been closed in Quebec since the beginning of October, I'm looking for other places. I learned that you can fish year-round in New York State. According to my research, there are some interesting spots in the upper state. I would really like to try it and get your recommendations for equipment and good legal spots. I am still a beginner and have a lot to learn ! Thank you

2 Comments
2024/12/02
16:44 UTC

5

Anyone use Feather Craft to order flies?

Prices and variety look good but I don’t remember anyone talking about them on here. Did a search as well and didn’t see anything

9 Comments
2024/12/02
17:51 UTC

1

What do you do when the salmon run ends?

My question is for those that live in the Whatcom/skagit County and the faster valley of Bc. Most fly fishing info in our for river/streams is centred around salmon, or the salmon fry hatch. What does everyone do in between those times? Also most trout fly fishing info, particularly here in BC is for interior lakes, basically I just want to know what flies work best in the local streams. Not much info on hatches other than the salmon hatch

3 Comments
2024/12/02
17:50 UTC

57

State record.

Massive creek chubs, watch out.

12 Comments
2024/12/02
13:08 UTC

2

Any good Cyber Monday deals on reels?

11 Comments
2024/12/02
11:32 UTC

2

How can I find the weight of a rod that has no markings on it?

I bought a old fly rod recently at a car boot sale guessing it's fiberglass and started to look into the lines then I saw about weights and stuff...

There's no markings on it at all is there a way I could find out the weight of it. I would like to use it with floating line and what flies would I be able to throw with that weight.

Thanks all

23 Comments
2024/12/02
07:54 UTC

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JP Ross Vs Orvis Superfine

I’ve narrowed down my rod choices to two options: Orvis superfine glass 7 foot 6 inch 3wt JP Ross Muir glass 7 foot 3wt Which one seems to be the better choice? Used for small stream fishing.

7 Comments
2024/12/02
07:12 UTC

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