Do not end the drift early
Do not end the drift early
Filters
- Topic: Reading water and presentation
- Original category: Presentation and Drift
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Do not end the drift early
How to do it: Let the drift run to its end, because many strikes come late in the drift
Mistake it fixes: Ending drifts early
Why it works: Fish may follow or take late, especially after the fly has settled into the lane. Cutting the drift short removes that late window.
When it matters most: Nymph and dry fly drifts