Cast to the feeding lane and lead the fish, not at the rise itself
Cast to the feeding lane and lead the fish, not at the rise itself
Filters
- Topic: Reading water and presentation
- Original category: Presentation and Drift
- Species: Trout
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Advanced
Tip
Tip: Cast to the feeding lane and lead the fish, not at the rise itself
How to do it: Aim ahead of the fish in its lane so the fly drifts naturally to it over a longer distance
Mistake it fixes: Casting at the rise rather than the feeding lane
Why it works: Casting at the rise puts the fly behind the fish's feeding position or spooks it. Leading the fish gives a longer, natural drift into its window.
When it matters most: Dry and nymph fishing