Sorry that I missed your question, I like the size 2/0 range for roosters, dorado, and big largemouth bass. Smallmouth bass, and small sized largemouth more along size 1, and I like more of a “J” style hook in instead of the typical short shank (Gamakatsu SL12s). It helps with the keel aspect of getting that “walk the dog” type of motion that we are looking for.
That is a big fat NYAP. Very wide, like casting a parachute! Awesome when it is on the water for anything that eats baitfish aggressively. Thanks for the question!
I know Wes Seigler from when he started building reels here in the small town of Reedville va on the Chesapeake. I have been saltwater fly fishing since 95. Glad you got one
@@elgalloflyfishinglodge7908 How to pick up sink tip or WF line quickly with heavy fly and cast at distance with only intial backcast. Also your tracking in this video looks abiut 45* angle or less, is this typical for heavy flies when shooting more line?
Nice tip. The dead stop makes use of all the bend you put in the rod. A mushy slow stop has the rod starting to straighten as soon as there is some deceleration.
Thanks for the kind words! Silicone is great for these things, for the reasons that you have already stated. Are there any other patterns that I could illustrate being tied?
This is too much effort for sub-100ft cast. Just like you said, it is just physics. If you can get a line with more aggressive shooting head taper, use a longer rod and smaller fly, you can achieve the same distance with 10th of the effort and without any false cast. The rod should work for you not your arms or body. In a regular fishing trip, after casting like this 20 times, the arms and the back will start hurting. Also, I don't see the point of casting a popper straight out 90ft.
Thanks man! It’s all about the physics. I am trying to put together a program, and need feedback. Is there anything in particular in casting that frustrates you?
Good Tip man. Hey, do you use a stripping basket? If you haven’t tried one yet man it’s an absolute game changer! Especially for casting from a beach like I imagine you’re doing for rooster fish. You will shoot your like 30% further. At least. Also your fly line will stay cleaner a lot longer. I can see that you are already an excellent caster. I like the stripping basket from Ahrex. It works awesome for me. All the best man!
Thanks Brotha! As far as the stripping basket for roosters, it would be a big help on the beach. Is there anything in your casting that you find to be challenging now?
Ha! It is always something, right? I am sure that you do well, but there is always room for improvement. I learn new things in Fly Fishing all of the time, that’s one of the reasons that I love it. Constant growth is what I like best. Do you have anything in your casting that particularly frustrates you?
Great looking double haul man! Between the double haul and my stripping basket my fly casting has improved tremendously over the past couple years. Do you ever use a stripping basket? If you haven’t I highly recommend trying one for longer cast situations. The one from Ahrex is the one that I have found to be the best.
Just fished the Ahrex, from shore, and don't love it. I think because when I strip the fly in a I have a tendency to make a log strip , extend my elbow and throw the line behind me (boat). may not be an Ahrex problem as much as a technique problem.
In saltwater you really want to concentrate on keeping that elbow tucked in. It is pretty hard on the body when you don't; particularly when casting bigger rods. Also, it is better for setting hooks. Good luck brother, and thanks for the comment!
Hell yeah!!!! I was in Los Barriles in the beginning of Aug found the roosters but they turned on the brakes at my fly Stacked up dorado though that was a blast. Got rooster trolling with Bonita I want a rooster on my fly rod! Gonna have to visit ya
Los Barriles has some beautiful water, and at times really good roosterfish. You should come check us out, we have some good times! check out our website if you want to learn more about us, and if I can help any further, just reach out. Cheers!
E.P. Makes a gang of great materials. The eyes that I put on this one are 8mm dome. I find that if you use shoe-goo, and gorilla clear over the thread, and drip it over it, the eyes never come off. Thanks for the comment!
We are getting into the time of the year when it will be spotty at best on the beaches. If you want to come this Fall, you should consider our new DIY or Day trips.
yeah i like the video. recently picked up another 2nd hand 8# for tarpon & snook in my area. during this time of year in the back country, the water is dirty and you need bushy flies or poppers so fish can find your fly. So....with all that said I go back to the local park to find what line works best for the conditions mentioned. settled on a rio obs w/ short intermediate tip. works great for tossing under mangroves and gets down a foot or so. for me its important to have a plan before I go practice casting at the park. am i just practicing my fundamentals or am I seeing how a line casts with different head lengths and grain weights for the fly I'm gonna be using for fishing? thx for the rant.
Thanks for watching, and for the question. No problem at all about the rant!😀 the purpose for your practice session is up to you, but I would advise to work on only one thing at a time. Having said that, I feel as though you can accomplish both tasks of practicing fundamentals, and testing equipment at the same time. It is actually very revealing about fly rod/line combos to do some simple drills, like the 11-1 drill, or the various loop drills. Fly casting has a lot of variables, and it takes an extended amount of time and effort to dial everything in, but it is a fun process! Good luck with your fishing amigo, and if I can be of further assistance, just reach out!
Agree 100%, it takes a lot of time to dial everything in. Rod/line/leader/fly - many combos. Last weekend I tried different leader formulas with the same fly line and same fly, trying to get optimum turnover. @@elgalloflyfishinglodge7908
Just got back from east cape, the refusal from theses monsters is frustrating but soooo fricken fun. Next time I go I’m gonna hit you up and have the trip dedicated to roosters .
