Swing with control, not speed, until the fly barely pulses
Swing with control, not speed, until the fly barely pulses
Filters
- Topic: Reading water and presentation
- Original category: Presentation and Drift
- Species: Steelhead
- Water: Not stated
- Region: Not stated
- Skill level: Intermediate
Tip
Tip: Swing with control, not speed, until the fly barely pulses
How to do it: Slow the swing until the fly just pulses, and when in doubt add a downstream mend
Mistake it fixes: Swinging too fast
Why it works: A fast swing looks unnatural and passes the holding zone quickly. A slow, controlled swing keeps the fly in front of fish longer.
When it matters most: Steelhead, swung flies